FORMATS 2024
Sexy Beasts
Can love blossom based solely on people ’ s character ?
In a world where attraction is often based purely on looks , and dating apps encourage us to choose a potential date in a split second , Sexy Beasts uses Hollywood-style prosthetics to transform people before they go on a first date , taking their real looks out of the equation . Using personality alone , can our hopefuls find that elusive spark and meet ‘ The One ’?
In each episode , a lead singleton will be wooed by three potential suitors . Our ‘ beasts ’ date in the real world , so prepare to see some ice skating , salsa dancing or skateboarding beasts attempting to find love . The real faces of everyone involved are only revealed after all the dating is done . But now the lead has picked their favourite , will they have chosen someone that could be their usual ‘ type ’, or has dating based solely on personality led them down a different route ?
Duration ½ hr
Originally produced by Lion TV for BBC Three , UK
Produced in Nine territories including UK , US , Germany , China and South Korea
Highlights
• Season 1 commissioned in Spain
• Adapted by Netflix in 2021 to great critical acclaim
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