Series synopsis
The Love Lab, also known as 연애실험실 is a South Korean reality television series that premiered on Netflix on June 17, 2026. It was created by Lee Jin-joo. It stars Lee Joo-heon, CharlesEnter and Junbbang Jogyo.
An innovative dating experiment reality show that breaks away from the conventions of traditional dating programs. Unfamiliar men and women are placed in extreme and controlled environments, facing unexpected experiments such as blind dates in bed and romances in isolation. Through unpredictable situations, the show dynamically captures the participants' raw, instinctive emotions and the realistic changes in their relationships.
Premise
An innovative dating experiment reality show that breaks away from the conventions of traditional dating programs. Unfamiliar men and women are placed in extreme and controlled environments, facing unexpected experiments such as blind dates in bed and romances in isolation. Through unpredictable situations, the show dynamically captures the participants' raw, instinctive emotions and the realistic changes in their relationships.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Lee Joo-heon as Self
- CharlesEnter as Self
- Junbbang Jogyo as Self
Guest cast
- Junbbang Jogyo as Self
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 12 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 12 | June 17, 2026 | August 19, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Blind Date in a Bed (1) A blind date unlike any other — no dinner or small talk — just one rule: stay in bed. Can the initial awkwardness blossom into love? |
June 17, 2026 |
| 2 |
Blind Date in a Bed (2) After spending two nights together, feelings deepen between the pair — but not equally. Can they still find love while moving at different speeds? |
June 17, 2026 |
| 3 | Isolated Romance (1) | June 24, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Netflix |
|---|---|
| First aired | June 17, 2026 |
| Last aired | July 15, 2026 |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Wednesday |