It’s not often that a new series or movie genuinely excites me the second it pops up on my Netflix homepage. Sure, there are plenty of shows I look forward to, but that immediate, full-smile, press-play-without-thinking reaction? Rare. And yet, one show manages to do exactly that every time, and clearly I’m not alone, because it is currently sitting at the number one spot on Netflix’s Top 10. The show? Love on the Spectrum.
If you’re new to it, here’s the quick rundown: Love on the Spectrum is an American reality series inspired by the original Australian version, following individuals on the autism spectrum as they navigate dating and relationships. It’s equal parts heartfelt, insightful and genuinely refreshing in a reality TV landscape that can sometimes feel a little overproduced.
