Created by Laura Gibson and Charlie Bennett, Netflix’s “Too Hot to Handle” made its steamy debut in April 2020, turning cast members Harry Jowsey, Francesca Farago, and Chloe Veitch into reality TV household names. Since its premiere, the British dating competition show has enjoyed six seasons, with its most recent premiering in July 2024. While fans are still waiting for Season 7 updates, Netflix is currently accepting video submissions for “Too Hot to Handle” on their casting site.
To help you prepare the best audition tape for “Too Hot to Handle,” let this guide to the casting process be your go-to resource.
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Not into committed relationships? Then “Too Hot to Handle” may be the show for you (if you are careful). Netflix brings together a group of singles who typically avoid long-term love in pursuit of frequent flings. Contestants must prioritize connection over contact, however, as physical intimacy could cost them in the most literal sense. Contestants aren’t allowed to engage in sexual acts with or without a partner. If they do during their four weeks on a tropical island, money gets deducted from the $100,000 grand prize that will be shared by those who win. Money will be subtracted for every rule broken, reducing the shared total. As contestants struggle to suppress their urges, they must also participate in workshops that aim to foster personal growth and encourage deeper relationships in the long term.
As for who enforces the no-physical-touch or “heavy petting” rule, it’s the show’s virtual assistant, Lana. The cone-shaped bot appears to be AI, but Lana is actually a prop, with her voice and instructions delivered by producers. Standup comedian Desiree Burch also serves as the series’ narrator.
Doron Ofir (“RuPaul’s Drag Race,” “Jersey Shore”) has been credited with casting “Too Hot to Handle.” If you’re interested in learning more about this particular genre, check out these 10 reality dating shows to get you in the mood for love.
When it comes to reality TV, you don’t need to know how to act in the traditional sense, but you do need to know how to portray yourself in a way that resonates with casting directors and, ultimately, audiences. Here’s what you should know in order to boost your chances of getting cast on a reality show:
- How to Get on Reality TV
- What Top Reality Show Casting Directors Really Look For
- An Expert’s Social Media Checklist for Establishing Your Online Presence
Those hoping to join the next season of “Too Hot to Handle” can check out Netflix’s reality TV casting page to submit an application. If you are itching to get in on the action ASAP, our roundups feature related gigs that are casting right now:
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Because much of the audition process depends on your public-facing persona, you will probably want to hone your social media presence before submitting yourself for consideration. You’ll also want to prepare for your self-tape, because many reality TV shows want to see you on camera. Here are some tools that’ll help you on both fronts:
- How to Improve Your Social Media Presence
- How to Make a Perfect Self-Tape
- 10 Self-Tape Tips to Nail Your Next Audition