The Couple, the contestants. Here are the names of the participating couples

A brand new mechanism , adrenaline-filled tests and the tension of a true reality show : everything is ready for the arrival in prime time on Canale 5 of a format destined to leave its mark.

At the heart of the game are couples linked by real relationships —be they friendships , family , or affection —ready to compete for a mind-blowing final prize . To succeed, luck or strategy isn't enough: you need strong nerves , complicity , and a genuine team spirit.

Ilary Blasi , a symbolic face of reality TV, is the one to sign off on the return to hosting , taking the audience on a new experience, built on continuous dynamics , tight rhythms and a setting that promises to put every balance to the test.

When does The Couple air?

The programme will be broadcast every Monday in prime time on Canale 5 , starting from 7 April 2025. The rerun of the weekly episode is scheduled every Tuesday at 9.30pm on La5 , while the live broadcast is available 24 hours a day on Mediaset Extra and streaming on Mediaset Infinity.

Who are the contestants of The Couple?

Eight couples, both famous and not, put themselves to the test to overcome challenges and win together. Here's the full cast with a few more details:

• Benedicta and Brigitta Boccoli, sisters and showgirls, protagonists of theatre and TV
• Irma and Lucia Head, sisters: Irma is a professional boxer
• Manila Nazzaro and Stefano Oradei, couple in life: she is a former Miss Italy, he is a dancer on Dancing with the Stars
• Jasmine Carrisi and Pierangelo Greco, daughter of Al Bano and a very active make-up artist/influencer on social media
• Laura Maddaloni and Giorgia Villa, very sporty: judoka and Olympic gymnast
• Danilo and Fabrizio Mileto, brothers from Bari, with Danilo, an emerging model and influencer
• Elena Barolo and Thais Wiggers, former showgirls of Striscia la Notizia and pop icons of the early 2000s
• Antonino Spinalbese and Andrea Tabanelli, friends: he is a hairdresser known for his relationship with Belén, the other former footballer

How The Couple Works: Game Mechanics

The heart of the format is the million-euro safe . Each week, couples face physical and mental challenges to earn the keys , but only one will open the safe. The challenges take place both during the prime time episode and throughout the week, with decisive moments taking place outdoors. The format combines reality, competition, and teamwork , with the constant risk of broken relationships and unexpected alliances.

Where to watch The Couple live

In addition to the evening appointment, it is possible to follow the daily life of the contestants on:

• Mediaset Extra: live 24/7
• Mediaset Infinity: live streaming and extra content
• La5, Italia 1 and Canale 5: live windows and daily updates