Ep 1. You Can't Handle the Truth
- TV14
- January 21, 2014
- 40 min
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In Are You The One season 1 episode 1, titled "You Can't Handle the Truth," 20 contestants arrive at a stunning Puerto Rican mansion in hopes of finding true love and winning a cash prize of $1 million. The catch? All of the contestants have been scientifically matched with their perfect partner, but they must figure out who that person is in order to win the prize.
The 10 male and 10 female contestants are introduced one by one, with each of them sharing a brief personal story and what they're looking for in a relationship. The men then select which woman they believe is their perfect match, and the women do the same for the men. Host Ryan Devlin then reveals how many perfect matches have been made, but not which couples are matched correctly.
The contestants are then tasked with getting to know each other in a mixer, where tensions quickly rise and drama ensues. Some contestants form connections immediately, while others struggle to find a spark. One female contestant even admits that she isn't attracted to any of the men, causing concern among the group.
As the episode progresses, the contestants participate in a series of challenges that test their compatibility with their supposed perfect match. The challenges range from physical tasks to more emotional connections, such as answering personal questions about each other.
Despite the high stakes and competitive nature of the game, some couples form strong bonds early on. However, other contestants struggle to make a connection, leading to frustration and tension within the house.
As the episode comes to a close, the contestants head to their first truth booth ceremony, where one couple is chosen to enter a special room to find out if they are a perfect match. The remaining contestants anxiously watch as they wait to find out the results.
Overall, "You Can't Handle the Truth" sets up the season by introducing the contestants, setting up the premise of the show, and kicking off the search for true love and the $1 million prize. Viewers are left intrigued to see which couples are actually matched and if they'll be able to find love.
