Skip to main content
Join The Community
- Join our community
11
Premium Benefits
24/7
Access Available
21K+
Active Members
Commenting
Join the discussion
Exclusive Articles Coming Soon
Member-only articles
Weekly Newsletters
Weekly gaming & entertainment news
Member Badges
Earn badges as you go
Exclusive Competitions
Members-only prize draws
Curated Deals Coming Soon
Tech and gaming deals worth grabbing
GET COMMUNITY ACCESS QUICK
For the quickest way to join, simply enter your email below and get access. We will send a confirmation and sign you up to our newsletter to keep you updated on all your gaming news.
By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.
FIND OUT ABOUT OUR MAGAZINE
Want to subscribe to the magazine? Click the button below to find out more information.
Find out more
GET Community ACCESS QUICK

Join the GamesRadar community for quick access. Enter your email below and we'll send confirmation, and sign you up to our newsletter.

By submitting your information, you confirm you are aged 16 or over, have read our Privacy Policy and agree to the Terms & Conditions. Geographical rules apply.

Background
Welcome to GamesRADAR+ Community !
Hi ,

Your membership journey starts here.

Keep exploring and earning more as a member.

MY ACCOUNT

Badge picture
Earn your first badge
Read 1 article to unlock your first badge.
Keep earning badges
Explore ways to get more involved as a member.
Latest Games News

Latest Games News

Breaking gaming news and updates

Read Now
Latest Games Reviews

Latest Games Reviews

Expert verdicts on the newest releases

Read Now

See what you’ve unlocked.

Explore your membership benefits.

Explore
Member Exclusives

Stay Ahead with GamesRadar+

Get the biggest gaming news, reviews, and releases straight to your inbox.

Explore

Sign Out
GamesRadar+ GamesRadar+
US EditionUS CA EditionCanada UK EditionUK AU EditionAustralia
Sign in
  • View Profile
  • Sign out
  • Games
    • Game Insights
      • Games News
      • Games Features
      • Games Reviews
      • Games Guides
      • Big in 2026
      • Big Preview
      • Future Games Show
      • Golden Joystick Awards
    • Genres
      • Action Games
      • RPGs
      • Action RPGs
      • Adventure Games
      • Third Person Shooters
      • FPS Games
    • Platforms
      • PS5
      • Xbox Series X
      • PC
      • Nintendo Switch
      • Nintendo Switch 2
      • Tabletop Gaming
    • Franchises
      • Grand Theft Auto
      • Pokemon
      • Assassin's Creed
      • Monster Hunter
      • Fortnite
      • Cyberpunk
      • Red Dead
      • The Elder Scrolls
      • The Sims
  • Entertainment
    • TV Shows
      • TV News
      • TV Reviews
      • Anime Shows
      • Sci-Fi Shows
      • Superhero Shows
      • Animated Shows
      • Marvel TV Shows
      • Star Wars TV Shows
      • DC TV Shows
    • Movies
      • Movie News
      • Movie Reviews
      • Big Screen Spotlight
      • Superhero Movies
      • Action Movies
      • Anime Movies
      • Sci-Fi Movies
      • Horror Movies
      • Marvel Movies
      • DC Movies
    • Streaming
      • Apple TV Plus
      • Disney Plus
      • Netflix
      • HBO
      • Amazon Prime Video
      • Hulu
    • Comics
      • Marvel Comics
      • DC Comics
  • Hardware
    • Insights
      • Hardware News
      • Hardware Reviews
      • Hardware Features
      • Buying Guides
    • Computing
      • Desktop PCs
      • Laptops
      • Handhelds
    • Peripherals
      • Headsets & Headphones
      • TVs & Monitors
      • Gaming Mice
      • Gaming Keyboards
      • Gaming Chairs
      • Speakers & Audio
    • Accessories & Tech
      • Gaming Controllers
      • Tech
      • SSDs & Hard Drives
      • VR
      • Accessories
      • Retro
  • Deals
    • Toys & Collectibles
    • Lego
    • Dungeons and Dragons
    • Merch
  • Video
    • Video
    • GR+ Replay - Submit Your Clips
  • Newsletters
    • Quizzes
    • About Us
    • How to pitch to us
    • How we score
    • Newsarama
    • Retro Gamer
  • Home
  • Games
    • View Games
      • Games News
      • Games Features
      • Games Reviews
      • Games Guides
      • Big in 2026
      • Big Preview
      • Future Games Show
      • Golden Joystick Awards
      • Action Games
      • RPGs
      • Action RPGs
      • Adventure Games
      • Third Person Shooters
      • FPS Games
    • Platforms
      • View Platforms
      • PS5
      • Xbox Series X
      • PC
      • Nintendo Switch
      • Nintendo Switch 2
      • Tabletop Gaming
      • Grand Theft Auto
      • Pokemon
      • Assassin's Creed
      • Monster Hunter
      • Fortnite
      • Cyberpunk
      • Red Dead
      • The Elder Scrolls
      • The Sims
  • Entertainment
    • View Entertainment
    • TV Shows
      • View TV Shows
      • TV News
      • TV Reviews
      • Anime Shows
      • Sci-Fi Shows
      • Superhero Shows
      • Animated Shows
      • Marvel TV Shows
      • Star Wars TV Shows
      • DC TV Shows
    • Movies
      • View Movies
      • Movie News
      • Movie Reviews
      • Big Screen Spotlight
      • Superhero Movies
      • Action Movies
      • Anime Movies
      • Sci-Fi Movies
      • Horror Movies
      • Marvel Movies
      • DC Movies
    • Streaming
      • View Streaming
      • Apple TV Plus
      • Disney Plus
      • Netflix
      • HBO
      • Amazon Prime Video
      • Hulu
    • Comics
      • View Comics
      • Marvel Comics
      • DC Comics
  • Hardware
    • View Hardware
      • Hardware News
      • Hardware Reviews
      • Hardware Features
      • Buying Guides
      • Desktop PCs
      • Laptops
      • Handhelds
    • Peripherals
      • View Peripherals
      • Headsets & Headphones
      • TVs & Monitors
      • Gaming Mice
      • Gaming Keyboards
      • Gaming Chairs
      • Speakers & Audio
      • Gaming Controllers
      • Tech
      • SSDs & Hard Drives
      • VR
      • Accessories
      • Retro
  • Deals
    • Toys & Collectibles
    • Lego
    • Dungeons and Dragons
    • Merch
  • Video
    • View Video
    • Video
    • GR+ Replay - Submit Your Clips
  • Newsletters
    • Quizzes
    • About Us
    • How to pitch to us
    • How we score
    • Newsarama
    • Retro Gamer
Trending
  • Best Netflix Movies
  • Movie Release Dates
  • Best movies on Disney Plus
  • Best Netflix Shows
Sign up for the Total Film Newsletter

Bringing all the latest movie news, features, and reviews to your inbox


By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

You are now subscribed

Your newsletter sign-up was successful


Join the club

Get full access to premium articles, exclusive features and a growing list of member rewards.


An account already exists for this email address, please log in.
  1. Entertainment
  2. Movies
  3. Romance Movies

Is Netflix's new show its "messiest creation yet"? The Ultimatum's twist and turns has everyone talking

News
By Fay Watson published 8 April 2022

Netflix’s new dating show The Ultimatum is full of drama

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

Vanessa Lachey and Nick Lachey present The Ultimatum
(Image credit: NETFLIX)
  • Facebook
  • X
  • Pinterest
  • Flipboard
  • Email
Share this article
Join the conversation
Follow us
Add us as a preferred source on Google
Subscribe to our newsletter

The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On is Netflix’s latest foray into reality television after its success with Love is Blind and Too Hot to Handle – and viewers can't stop talking about the series that has everyone hooked to its "messiness".

The show follows six couples as they wonder whether they will commit to marriage or separate. This is where the twist comes into play: the couples must break up and everyone must pair up with a new partner from another couple.

Over three weeks, the couples live together to see whether life is better in a new relationship. After that, everyone must decide whether they want to get back with their original partner, stick with their new partner, or choose to be single. 

According to Netflix viewers, it's a recipe for drama, with some commenting on how they're already addicted to the unusual premise. One posted on Twitter: "The ultimatum is Netflix's messiest creation yet and I’m here for it."

A second wrote: "The Ultimatum on Netflix is messy AF. I can’t stop watching. Not since love is blind have I been this into these types of shows. Who’s idea was this and when is the next season coming out?"

You may like
  • Camila Morrone as Rachel in Something Very Bad is Going to Happen Duffer Brothers' new Netflix horror show called "captivating" and "a dread-filled nightmare" in first reviews
  • Charles Melton in Beef season 2 3 best new to Netflix shows you need to stream this weekend (April 17–April 19)
  • Charlize Theron swims in new Netflix movie Apex 6 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, HBO Max, Disney Plus, and more (April 24-April 26)

"The Ultimatum is easily the most unhinged show Netflix has ever made and I’m only on episode 2 lmao," another viewer added on Twitter. While a fourth wondered: "The ultimatum on Netflix is literally insane bc why would you bring someone with commitment issues to a place where they date other people."

Another Netflix viewer revealed they were loving the show, tweeting: "Netflix is SICK for making a show like The Ultimatum… and unfortunately I’ll be tuning in."

Sign up for the Total Film Newsletter

Bringing all the latest movie news, features, and reviews to your inbox

By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

The first eight episodes of The Ultimatum are available to stream on Netflix now. New episodes are being released weekly on the platform. While you wait, why not check out our collection of the best Netflix shows to watch right now.

Fay Watson
Fay Watson
Social Links Navigation
Deputy Entertainment Editor

I’m the Deputy Entertainment Editor here at GamesRadar+, covering TV and film for the Total Film and SFX sections online. I previously worked as a Senior Showbiz Reporter and SEO TV reporter at Express Online for three years. I've also written for The Resident magazines and Amateur Photographer, before specializing in entertainment.

Read more
Camila Morrone as Rachel in Something Very Bad is Going to Happen
Horror Shows Duffer Brothers' new Netflix horror show called "captivating" and "a dread-filled nightmare" in first reviews
 
 
Charles Melton in Beef season 2
Streaming Services 3 best new to Netflix shows you need to stream this weekend (April 17–April 19)
 
 
Charlize Theron swims in new Netflix movie Apex
Streaming Services 6 new movies and shows to watch this weekend on Netflix, HBO Max, Disney Plus, and more (April 24-April 26)
 
 
Dan Levy as Nicky in Big Mistakes.
Streaming Services 3 best new to Netflix shows I recommend you watch this weekend (April 10–April 12)
 
 
Something Very Bad is Going to Happen
Streaming Services 3 new to Netflix shows I recommend you binge-watch this weekend (March 27–March 29)
 
 
Ewan Mitchell in House of the Dragon season 3
Streaming Services The 6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Disney Plus, and more (June 19-21)
 
 
Latest in Romance Movies
Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie as Heathcliff and Cathy in Wuthering Heights
Romance Movies Wuthering Heights is the first movie of 2026 to pass the $100 million mark at the box office
 
 
Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff and Margot Robbie as Cathy in Wuthering Heights
Romance Movies Saltburn director's controversial Wuthering Heights movie is set to win Valentine's Day weekend with a $70 million debut
 
 
Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff and Margot Robbie as Cathy in Wuthering Heights
Romance Movies Critics are divided over Wuthering Heights, as the adaptation lands Emerald Fennell's lowest Rotten Tomatoes score yet
 
 
Great Gerwig's Booksmart
Movies The 32 greatest high school movies
 
 
Pixar's Ratatouille
Movies The 32 greatest movies about food that will make you hungry
 
 
Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic in The Fantastic Four: First Steps
Drama Movies Fantastic Four's Pedro Pascal may replace Joaquin Phoenix in Todd Haynes' gay romance drama, following Joker star's abrupt exit
 
 
Latest in News
Tony Stark and Peter Parker in Spider-Man: Homecoming
Marvel Movies Tom Holland hasn't been on set yet for the new Avengers movies, but can't wait to see how Robert Downey Jr.'s MCU return works
 
 
PS5 Pro
PlayStation Sony considering pushing PS6 to 2028 or 2029, "some analysts" think, according to Embracer Group
 
 
A hat-wearing, bike-riding tanuki delivers mail in Tanuki: Pon's Summer
Platforming Games My favorite Steam Next Fest demo is Tony Hawk's Pro Skater but make it a tanuki courier sim
 
 
Elden Ring
Action RPGs What it's like beating Elden Ring twice a week for 4 years: "The greatest game that's been made"
 
 
Nathan Drake in Uncharted 4.
Games PlayStation CEO seemingly confirms big single-player games will be PS5 exclusives forever
 
 
Persona 6 title art white text
Persona Persona 6 appears on Steam, Atlus and Sega accidentally say something interesting for once
 
 
LATEST ARTICLES
  1. PS5 Pro
    1
    Sony is considering pushing the PS6 to 2028 or 2029, "some analysts believe," according to Embracer Group
  2. 2
    My favorite Steam Next Fest demo is Tony Hawk's Pro Skater but make it a tanuki courier sim
  3. 3
    What it's like beating Elden Ring twice a week for 4 years: "I think it's the greatest game that's ever been made"
  4. 4
    PlayStation CEO responds to reports Sony is abandoning PC, seemingly confirms big single-player games will be PS5 exclusives forever
  5. 5
    Persona 6 appears on Steam, Atlus and Sega accidentally say something interesting for once in wishlist announcement

GamesRadar+ is part of Future US Inc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Visit our corporate site.

Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google
  • Terms and conditions
  • Contact Future's experts
  • Privacy policy
  • Cookies policy
  • Accessibility statement
  • Careers
  • About us
  • Advertise with us
  • Review guidelines
  • Write for us

© Future US, Inc. Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036.

Please login or signup to comment

Please wait...