User Reviews

Better than a 10 to me, I almost wasn't sure if I'd enjoy this series so much! I have Asperger's syndrome disorder I like to use all the variations of it. Such a great documentary show about people on the spectrum; so glad this was recommended to me a few times. I love everything about this unique gem! So heartwarming, inspirational, perfectly awkward, and well made! I've barely had relationships, mostly weird ones and never a proper one with common interests maybe one day.

Love on the Spectrum is what reality TV should be--a way to share what reality is for people experiencing life in a different way. Of course, it is edited, but the creators did a great job balancing the triumphs and heartbreaks and showing us all the little steps along the paths to love that the participants are taking. Very glad to hear there will be another season--each person interviewed shows us a different world view.

This is such a brilliant and heart warming series. All the participants deserve to find the love they're seeking. I found myself rooting for them all and it was such an eye-opening watch and their uncynical view of the world is so refreshing. I especially like Michael whos honesty is at turns hilarious and humbling. Congratulations to all involved in educating people on a very misunderstood condition.

Being on the spectrum and looking for love seems almost identical to not being on the spectrum and looking for love. The main difference seems to be that some people with ASD are more aware of all the challenges you must face when going on dates and therefore prepare more for them. We can all learn something from this.

That's why this series is so moving. You recognize yourself in every situation. The nervousness and awkwardness you feel when you meet someone for the first time; the rules and rituals that make the dates feel a bit strange and unnatural; the difficult task of reading the other person's signals and sorting out your own feelings - we've all been there.

I laughed, cried, cringed, and went aaaww many times while watching this. The people in this series are incredibly brave. It's a privilege to be allowed to follow them in their pursuit of a life partner. They inspire me to face my own fears with more courage.

This is a wonderful series that I'd recommend to anyone.

That is what will happen when you watch this, especially the second season. These are some of the most genuine, honest people ever and the rest of us could learn a thing or two from them about what being truly human is about.

Just a show about love.

I loved this show. I am on episode 3 right now, but so far I'm really enjoying it. It shows the realism of dating on the spectrum, and if you're neurotypical this gives you a whole different point of view. There were funny moments, cringey moments, and happy moments and I just love the emotion in this show. It shows what dating is, sometimes it's imperfect but it takes a while to hit a gold mine. I hope they make more shows like this, well done.

The thing that struck me most about this show is that dating on the spectrum is not so different from regular dating. We all want to connect with someone, love someone, build a life with someone. And some of us have a harder time than others in making that happen.

I haven't been diagnosed as on the spectrum but I certainly share some of the characteristics of the people featured -- I don't like loud noise, I have trouble with big crowds nearby messing with my concentration, my senses are heightened, I have trouble reading cues from men.

So I was really rooting for everyone. Some of the men featured in this show are the loveliest people, really extraordinary in their kindness. And many of the women are funny and smart. I applaud their willingness to get out there in the dating world.

Wanna laugh? Want to cry? Want to flop over on the couch from belly laughs? This beautiful show will do all that for you!! I LOVE love on the spectrum!!

Just came across this accidentally while browsing on Netflix & put it on as a background watch while online. My husband and I however, had put our phones down within minutes and were totally absorbed in the stories of lovely people with aspergers attempting to find love & their incredible families.

We laughed. We cried. We were totally invested in every story & watched the whole series that evening. It's just wonderful & a perfect antidote to the horrible world out there. Just do yourself a favour & watch it.

This series is a true gem. It's a docu-series following different people on the autism spectrum as they date - or *try* to date others. It will make you laugh and it will make you cry. And you'll also learn A TON about autism. I feel like the filmmakers were very sensitive in their approach to documenting the people's journeys with respect and compassion.

My one complaint is that just when you've really come to like following one person's journey, they aren't in it anymore (each episode features different people - some repeat people, some now). There were people that I felt like I with cliffhangers. I wanted conclusions to their stories. Not that real life has conclusions -BUT the issue a viewer is that you never know when someone's coverage in the series is complete or if they'll pop up in a later episode, so it's frustrating when your favorites (e.g. MICHAEL) don't make appearances in later episodes.

Overall, VERY GOOD though. Addictive. I watched it over 2 evenings.

This is just a really heartwarming series. It felt like the makers really wanted to help the people participating. Really loved it and shows how unique people on the autism spectrum can be!

Genuine, and beautiful people looking for love and a future family. Each person in this show has such a positive outlook on life as they search for love.

It's definitely heartwarming to watch them and their loving family. Everyone shows a new perspective.

This show really opens your eyes to what it might feel like to be on the autism spectrum or to love someone who is. It's a really sweet show but also funny and sad as you watch this great people on the spectrum try to navigate the dating world. Season 1 was a great opener but it left things so open-ended with some of the best people, so I was so happy when it came back for a second season and a stronger one at that. This show is also more "reality" than 99% of the reality TV you'll find out there. Yes, we know that the producers are setting them up on dates - that's the whole point. But what you're seeing unfold is genuine and moving. Season 1 is an "8" score. Season 2 is a "10" score. Combo score of 9 it is!

This show reminds me it's possible to live honestly in the world and have honest relationships. I find the participants in this series very inspiring.

...Especially the way they wish each other well in life and want to stay friends - even when a relationship between them doesn't work out - and they mean it.

There may be some valid criticisms about how this show was made. I've decided to ignore them. I don't think the producers are patronizing their subjects. I've fallen in love with all these people and their purity of thought. I've learned so much just about myself and what I can be capable of. Watch this!

This 4 part documentary is unexpectedly charming. Each person has a unique story and a completely different way of navigating through dating while being on the spectrum. I laughed, cried, cringed, applauded, and screamed at the tv. It will give you all the feels! Definitely worth the watch. "Whenever a person is feeling bored or unhappy in their relationship with someone, all they need to do is stop and do one thing that everyone should do: smell the flowers. They don't bloom everyday" - Michael

The quest for love is universal and poignantly told through the eyes and hearts of those on the spectrum. Not only do we gain a deeper appreciation of those on the spectrum, but also an understanding of their various hopes and dreams; particularly around love. I watched the series twice over two days and loved it.

I absolutely loved this. Being on the spectrum, I appreciated this so much, and enjoyed how it was delivered. Would really love for the series to do a season in the USA.

This program is a lesson in how reality TV does not have to be cruel. I've been binging Married at First Sight and the thing I hate most about it is that the participants are set up to be publicly humiliated as much as possible just to increase ratings. You don't see that on this show; everyone is treated with respect. I hope they bring a third season!

If you need something to remind you that there is still good in this world, this is the show to watch. At the end I just wanted to hug each and every one of them.

Just do yourself a favor and watch this show! A wonderful and heartwarming show that we can all learn from! Very happy to know that they are doing season 2, i cannot wait! Congratulations to all cast and crew who made this show happen

As a mom of 3year old on the spectrum, with my husband who's also on the spectrum, I would definitely recommend this show. I cried many times, mainly when the parents were interviewed. It's not easy to be different in a society that wants everyone to be the same or alike... But people on the spectrum are looked differently when they shouldn't. I hope all of you, in the spectrum or not, find true love and happiness. For parents, it's not easy, I know but everything is easier with love and understanding.

Such a great series on Netflix. I was so moved by all the people who participated and their parents. It surely shows that all people whether they have a disability, are awkward, are gay, etc., deserve to be loved and deserve to love. I was rooting for all of them and was glad that the show at the end gave an update. I am so glad I read that there will be a Season 2.

Oh man, I fell hard for Michael. He had me hooked the second i saw him. He's so smart and kind and oh any lady that ends up with him would be the luckiest woman on the earth.

Maddi is soooo sweet. She really is funny, I'd love to be her friend!

Anyone who would want to watch a heart warming TV reality show on Netflix should binge this. You wont regret it!