In The Honesty Box, a cast of singles are brought together in “Truetopia”, a sunny and romantic paradise where truth and honesty reign supreme. Ready to try a new approach, each single has signed up to this new radical dating experiment knowing they will be tested, in the hope it will lead to true love. Every day the daters will face the Honesty Box – a new AI-enhanced software – to be asked probing questions about their feelings. If it detects deception, it could impact their newly formed relationship. The format was originally created by Mettlemouse Entertainment and GroupM Motion Entertainment (AWPP Media Company) for Channel 4 in the UK.
Matt Forde, President, BBC Studios Global Productions said: “High-impact reality is a major priority for BBC Studios, and The Honesty Box is exactly the kind of bold, scalable format we’re focused on building globally. It’s a fresh take on modern relationships and we’re delighted to see the format launching in Spain with Telecinco. We can’t wait to see how Spanish audiences respond as honesty is put to the ultimate test in the search for lasting love.”
The Honesty Box forms part of BBC Studios’ range of unscripted formats on offer to buyers at BBC Studios Showcase (23-24 February 2026). New launches include uplifting competition format Secret Genius which tests brainpower like never before to uncover hidden brilliance where it may be least expected, and inspirational format Just One Thing which aims to uncover one practical, scientifically proven habit each episode, that can boost mental or physical wellbeing. The new launches sit alongside global hits in the BBC Studios unscripted catalogue which include The 1% Club, Nation’s Dumbest, Weakest Link, Dancing With The Stars and The Great Bake Off.
