Too Hot to Handle (2020–2024)

Plot
On the shores of paradise, gorgeous singles meet and mingle. But there’s a twist. To win a $100,000 grand prize, they’ll have to give up sex.
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Highest-rated episodes all ranked
- 01
No Pleasure IslandOn "Pleasure Island," the singles strut their stuff, compete for catches and share the dirty details of their love lives, till Lana crashes the party. - 02
Up Ships CreekTen competitors lured to a luxury yacht for the imaginary dating show "Love Overboard" might mutiny when they realize which series they're really on. - 03
Driving Me BananasA date leads to heartbreak and an unattached player locks on to a new target. Two troublemakers' shameless violations lead to a reckoning with Lana.
Episodes by season
Season01Best season
- S01E01
Love, Sex or MoneyApril 17, 2020This season's singles officially meet and make plans for a steamy retreat. Meanwhile, a high-tech hostess gets ready to drop a serious bombs - S01E02
When Harry Met FrancescaApril 17, 2020After Lana establishes the rules, the singles curb their heavy petting ... with a few exceptions. But what damage will the rebellious duos d - S01E03
Revenge Is a Dish Best Served HotApril 17, 2020Francesca and Haley refine their radical gameplay, Rhonda and Sharron have a midnight chat, and the singles get wrapped up in an intimacy wo - S01E04
Two's Company, Three's a ... ThreesomeApril 17, 2020Bryce settles in, much to the delight of Chloe. The group practices nonverbal communication, and connections evolve. Lana introduces a new a - S01E05
Boys to MenApril 17, 2020Rhonda and Sharron recap their night of romance — and tally up their spending. Francesca revisits her feelings. The men learn about vulnerab - S01E06
Season's bestThe Bryce Isn't RightApril 17, 2020Harry responds to Francesca’s sincere request, Lana makes a shocking decision, and the singles say hello to new friends — and potential flin - S01E07
Sisters over MistersApril 17, 2020After another pricey peck, the group dynamic continues to shift. Rhonda shares more with Sharron. The women let loose and learn about empowe - S01E08
Lust or BustApril 17, 2020A season of slip-ups comes to a close as Lana reveals some final twists, the couples address their post-retreat plans, and the prize money i - S01E09
Extra Hot: The ReunionMay 8, 2020Host Desiree Burch connects with this season’s singles for a virtual reunion featuring fresh updates, frisky banter and a series of spicy ga
Season02
- S02E01
C**kblocked by a ConeJune 23, 2021The smokin' hot singles start mingling, thinking they're on a made-up reality show. How will they react to the grand reveal? Let the countdo - S02E02
You Gotta Watch Out for PeteJune 23, 2021The contenders navigate new rules, but continue to play with expensive fire. Later, Lana drops a bombshell, and sparks fly during a spicy wo - S02E03
On Est dans la MerdeJune 23, 2021As Chase and Marvin come to terms with Peter's game, Emily and Cam grapple with guilt. Nathan stages a private dance. Melinda reflects on he - S02E04
Season's bestResist Everything...Except TemptationJune 23, 2021A new day dawns, and Lana reveals Emily and Cam's overnight results. Two new players unknowingly join the game — and stir up some serious je - S02E05
An Offer You Can't RefuseJune 30, 2021Lana lays down the law with a major shake-up. The ladies unpack emotional baggage, and Larissa dives deeper and scores an intimate reward. - S02E06
Give Up the ChaseJune 30, 2021A steamy hookup makes a serious dent in the prize fund. Lana issues a 24-hour challenge. Three new hotties join the game and get straight to - S02E07
Misters over SistersJune 30, 2021Two players defend their connection. A contestant struggles with heartache. Lana plans a double-date night, and the men attend their own wor - S02E08
Money down the DrainJune 30, 2021—As one couple goes green, another pays for a kiss. Lana bids farewell to more rule breakers. Hard truths surface during a communication work - S02E09
Green Lights and Hot NightsJune 30, 2021—A tempting shower tests a player's strength. The truth comes to light about an overnight, and the couples decide if they'll make it or break - S02E10
I Did Not See That ComingJune 30, 2021—The singles struggle with the suspense as the clock winds all the way down — then Lana drops a few more twists. Who will win, in more ways t
Season03
- S03E01
No Pleasure IslandJanuary 19, 2022On "Pleasure Island," the singles strut their stuff, compete for catches and share the dirty details of their love lives, till Lana crashes - S03E02
The Midnight Train to GeorgiaJanuary 19, 2022—After two singles set the record for the fastest rule break ever, a new game begins. Plus, the group gets hot and heavy in a breath control - S03E03
The Truth HurtsJanuary 19, 2022—Tensions mount in paradise as rule breakers face the music. A playboy shows his true colors. Lana invites two new sex-hungry singles to the - S03E04
Eat My ShortsJanuary 19, 2022—After a budding couple gets crafty with a "loophole," the group gets messy with an intimate painting workshop. Plus, feathery festivities ta - S03E05
The Summer of '69January 19, 2022The romantic test results are revealed — for better or worse. Lana bids farewell to two struggling singles and encourages everyone to dig de - S03E06
Triple ThreatJanuary 19, 2022—A new day dawns for the first green-light couple, the guys deal with sexual tension, and Lana welcomes more guests — including one major pot - S03E07
Yoni Live OnceJanuary 19, 2022—As competition bubbles up between the ladies, Lana stages a sisterhood workshop, complete with yoni love. Meanwhile, one suitor grapples wit - S03E08
Reaching Rock BottomJanuary 19, 2022—A "glitch" leaves the group divided. Who will continue making progress, and who will make history with the show's most shocking rule break? - S03E09
Paradise PurgatoryJanuary 19, 2022—Shocking exits — and a sneaky plot twist — redefine what comes next. Meanwhile, one coupling moves forward, and another starts crumbling. - S03E10
Out With A BangJanuary 19, 2022—After a night of temptation, the singles reconvene for a final report, a final workshop leads to reflection, and this season's cash prize is
Season04
- S04E01
The Mile Dry ClubDecember 7, 2022Ten sexy singles hit the beach believing they're competing on the decoy show, "Wild Love." Will it kill the mood when Lana reveals the truth - S04E02
There's Something About NigelDecember 7, 2022—Villa residents test the waters — and waste no time breaking rules — with new connections. Lana puts an unapologetic player on the spot to p - S04E03
Officer Kill JoyDecember 7, 2022One guy works to get out of the doghouse. With the group facing double penalties, a self-appointed "sex cop" tries to shut down frisky busin - S04E04
Flavia of the MonthDecember 7, 2022—A night in the private suite puts one cuddly couple in the hot seat. Two new arrivals make waves when they pick partners for dates on the be - S04E05
The Shower and the GloryDecember 7, 2022—A steamy and shockingly expensive shower inspires even more misbehavior. Heads turn, feelings get hurt and a workshop reveals some raw emoti - S04E06
Puppets for PlayasDecember 14, 2022—Lana reminds a rule-breaking couple about the pricey consequences. After an eye-opening workshop, one guy tries to get his former flame back - S04E07
Trust or BustDecember 14, 2022—Two grenades bring trouble to paradise. Will more eyes wander just when Lana was starting to give green lights? - S04E08
It's Raining Love TrianglesDecember 14, 2022—A fruit-themed party sours with some shocking exits. Two people feel torn between their options — but only one of them is honest. - S04E09
Jawahir, Jawa-thereDecember 14, 2022—When Lana asks the couples to commit, will they stick together or fall apart? One person who's been playing games might finally have to face - S04E10
Growth is a Team GameDecember 14, 2022—A two-timing suitor is tested before the retreat residents look back on their time and vote for who they think deserves to go home a winner.
Season05
- S05E01
Season's bestUp Ships CreekJuly 14, 2023Ten competitors lured to a luxury yacht for the imaginary dating show "Love Overboard" might mutiny when they realize which series they're r - S05E02
A Matter of PactJuly 14, 2023—As the retreat residents adjust to their new reality, a sex detective looking out for rule-breakers can't keep up with two couples bent on c - S05E03
Stick or TwistJuly 14, 2023—Lana intervenes when a frisky guy's loose lips cause friction. After choosing a date based purely on looks, one player begins to question he - S05E04
Court In the ActJuly 14, 2023—Following awkward morning apologies and a cathartic activity, two new singles stir the pot by choosing dates who are already coupled up. - S05E05
Driving Me BananasJuly 21, 2023A date leads to heartbreak and an unattached player locks on to a new target. Two troublemakers' shameless violations lead to a reckoning wi - S05E06
Making Kiss-toryJuly 21, 2023Lana pushes a couple to dig deeper emotionally after their late-night make-out session breaks a rule — and sets a record. A sudden bed swap - S05E07
Defective DetectiveJuly 21, 2023—Two players head to the beach to meet new arrivals, testing their partners' trust. A model retreat citizen finally faces temptation. - S05E08
Is It Too Late to Say Sorry?July 28, 2023One player scrambles to do post-date damage control. Lana drops a bombshell during a party. A workshop for the guys opens eyes and rattles n - S05E09
Love or MoneyJuly 28, 2023—As some couples tiptoe around commitment, Lana challenges two fickle suitors to make a difficult decision that will show their true motives. - S05E10
The ClimaxJuly 28, 2023—A final workshop brings out big emotions as the players reflect on their personal growth during the retreat. But whose journey will win the
Season06
- S06E01
Season's bestBad to the ConeJuly 19, 2024As the new players arrive at the villa, they can barely keep their hands off each other — and a surprise new twist means that they don't hav - S06E02
Paper Clips & Pay Per ViewJuly 19, 2024Lana replaces the two banished players with some familiar faces. They say they want to set a good example — but how long will that resolutio - S06E03
I’ll Have What She's HavingJuly 19, 2024Sexual tension is ramping up across the retreat, so Lana sends the singles to an energy orgasm workshop — which just frustrates them even fu - S06E04
Clock BlockedJuly 19, 2024Everyone's wondering whether the rule-breakers passed the celibacy challenge, until two new singles arrive, and take temptation to a whole o - S06E05
Demari's DemiseJuly 26, 2024—A new arrival is shaking things up in the villa. At a workshop to focus on their honesty and integrity, one frustrated player's eyes start t - S06E06
Womb for ImprovementJuly 26, 2024—As the men continue to undermine the women in the villa, Lana arranges a male-only workshop to help the boys get in touch with their feminin - S06E07
A 99.7% Chance of TroubleJuly 26, 2024—Lana offers a warning to the group — and promises punishment for anyone who ignores her. Meanwhile, her duplicitous double is making up her - S06E08
Sealed With a ChrisAugust 2, 2024— - S06E09
To Bri or Not to BriAugust 2, 2024— - S06E10
A Prize SurpriseAugust 2, 2024—
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