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An Original Dating Reality Series
The Cupid
League
Shark Tank meets The Bachelor in America's next dating-show sensation.
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01The Concept
Four matchmakers.
Head-to-head.
In the name of love.
Four confident, larger-than-life matchmakers make up The Cupid League — each representing themselves, their distinct matchmaking philosophy, and their background of expertise.
Every episode, the League is tasked with finding a match for a new bachelor or bachelorette. They sort through a pool of suiters and each matchmaker makes their pick for who they think would be the best match, guided by their unique dating philosophy and credentials.
The bachelor(ette) goes on a first date with each pick. By the end of the episode, they choose which matchmaker's suiter gets a second date — giving that matchmaker the win.
The Prize
One trophy. One cupid.
Each episode crowns a winning matchmaker — but the season ends with one prize on the line: The Cupid League trophy, awarded to the matchmaker whose philosophy proved most powerful in the name of love.
Why It Works
The Best Of What We Love
Who doesn't love the competition and authoritative personalities on display in shows like Shark Tank and The Voice? The only thing we might love more is the happy ending of watching two people fall in love. The Cupid League uniquely marries these two hit genres — delivering the best of both in a first-of-its-kind reality dating show.
Why It Works
Philosophies On Trial
Does dating based on astrology actually work? Should I be listening to my Rabbi, my Pastor, or my therapist? Every episode viewers learn the tenets of each matchmaker's philosophy — and by season's end, we finally see which among them is the real cupid.
02Who's Competing
Meet The League
These are samples of how the four matchmakers might be represented. Casting will weigh personality, following, and marketability. Each season, matchmakers may rotate — like the judges on The Voice.
Cosmic Compatibility
The Astrologist
Does horoscope-based matchmaking hold up? Should a Leo really avoid a Virgo? She lets the stars guide her, putting the pseudo-science on trial once and for all.
Trust The Science
The Psychologist
The grown-up in the room. A credentialed relationship psychologist using behavioral science to prove that even in love, the data doesn't lie.
A Thousand-Year Track Record
The Rabbi
Modern, approachable, and armed with the oldest playbook in the game. He's here to prove that sometimes the oldest wisdom really is the best.
Additional matchmaker options in development: a data-driven, algorithm-based matchmaker; and an old-school, no-nonsense traditional matchmaker.
03Episode Format
The Anatomy of an Episode
- 01
Meet The League
Reintroduction, banter, and playful trash talk from the four matchmakers.
01 / 07 - 02
Meet The Bachelor(ette)
A tape rolls. Sara enters. First impressions form fast.
02 / 07 - 03
Interrogation
Each matchmaker fires questions. Strategy sessions after she exits the room.
03 / 07 - 04
The Draft
Twenty contenders. Four picks. Each matchmaker reveals — and defends — their selection.
04 / 07 - 05
The Dates
Four dates, four coaching sessions. The league watches — and roasts — in real time from the viewing room.
05 / 07 - 06
Decision
Sara debriefs, weighs, and picks the matchmaker whose suiter earned a second date.
06 / 07 - 07
The Win
Winning matchmaker takes a solo victory lap as Sara heads out on date two.
07 / 07
Now Casting Culture
04Why Now, Why This Team
Today's audience is craving authenticity.
Self-made relationship coaches are everywhere on TikTok and Instagram. Relationship podcasts consistently top the charts. Modern singles are seeking intentional dating and tools to better understand themselves — and each other.
The Cupid League offers viewers not only entertainment, but genuine insight. Its insightful approach, combined with its competitive stakes, creates a show that is as authentic and refreshing as it is addictive.
"The Cupid League embodies my passion for blending storytelling with meaningful, real-life insight — a commitment to authentic content and its ability to positively impact people's lives."
— Dillan Cohen, Creator
05Comparables
Standing on the shoulders of giants.
Comp Title
The Voice
Multiple Emmys, huge ratings, colorful experts in a competitive format.
Comp Title
Shark Tank
A ratings powerhouse built on the power of experts competing on air.
Comp Title
The Bachelor
The cultural phenomenon that proved dating and romance still win in prime time.
Comp Title
Married At First Sight
MAFS proved audiences want expert guidance woven into their dating reality.
Target Audience
Who's watching.
- Demo
- 18–49, all genders
- Lifestyle
- Young professionals, socially active, media-savvy
- Interests
- Reality TV, dating shows, romance, competition
- Values
- Entertainment, emotional engagement, relatable content
06Behind The League
The Team.
Dillan Cohen
An LA-based writer and filmmaker, Dillan is the creator of Realm Media's Man In Space audio series, host of The Naked Stranger Podcast, and a former Braid Literary Fellow. He is excited to bring his storytelling background into the world of reality television.
Zeke Finn
Zeke Finn is a well-connected producer with an eye for what the market craves. He's appeared in US Weekly, had numerous projects featured on Netflix, and is excited to see this show's potential realized.
Let's Make It
Ready to crown
the real cupid?
For more information, development materials, or to schedule a full pitch meeting, get in touch below.
Dillan@DreamsAndWonder.com