The future of Cheat: Unfinished Business has reportedly been decided – just 10 days after the dating show was released on Netflix. 

The nine-part series, co-presented by Amanda Holden and relationship expert Paul Carrick Brunson, sees eight ex-couples who broke up because of infidelity head to a Spanish retreat to work out their differences. 

It only hit the streamer on April 30 – but it has proved mᴀssively popular already, in the list of the platform’s top 10 most-watched programmes in 22 countries, including the UK and US. 

Fans of the reality show, filmed between May and June last year, will be delighted to know the dating programme is reportedly set to return for a second series. 

And Netflix bosses have said host Amanda, known as a judge on Britain’s Got Talent and for co-hosting Heart Breakfast on weekdays with Jamie Theakston, is a big part of the appeal.  

A source told The Sun: ‘Netflix know she is in huge demand and want to make sure that if a second series gets commissioned, she is available to take the reins once more. 

The future of Cheat: Unfinished Business has reportedly been decided – just 10 days after the dating show was released on Netflix (pictured: host Amanda Holden)  

It only hit the streamer on April 30 – but it has proved mᴀssively popular already, in the list of the platform’s top ten most-watched programmes in 22 countries, including the UK and US (pictured, Amanda with co-host Paul C Brunson)

‘There was always the hope Cheat had the potential for a sequel, but since it dropped it’s got a great response so another season is a no-brainer. 

‘But in the current climate where compeтιтion is fierce, particularly among dating shows, these decisions can go either way. Producers of the show are confident, however.’ 

The dating show is different to the kinds of programmes Amanda normally makes – but it is a change she has adjusted to well, according to TV execs. 

Viewers also seem to appreciate the variation in format compared to other dating shows.  

Bosses think Amanda’s dynamic with co-host Paul is a mᴀssive part of the show’s appeal. 

MailOnline has contacted Netflix for comment. 

However, accommodating her availability might prove the biggest challenge to a second series, with the 54-year-old presenter boasting a busy and ever-growing presenting schedule.

She and comedian friend Alan Carr are set to film a fourth series of their home renovation programme.

The show was first known as Amanda and Alan’s Italian Job, which saw the pair redo rundown homes in Sicily and Tuscany, before heading to Spain for the Spanish Job last season – ahead of going to Greece for the new series.

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Amanda and comedian friend Alan Carr are set to film a fourth series of their home renovation programme (pictured)

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A Spanish Christmas Special has also already been filmed and will air during this year’s festive season.  

The double act presenters have also signed a deal with Netflix for a new collaborative programme, the nature of which is still to be revealed.  

Amanda is also set to host new BBC teatime quiz show The Inner Circle, which will see contestants take on a series of general knowledge and strategic thinking rounds to compete for a cash prize.

They must decide which of their opponents they would be prepare to ally with to get closer to the prize – but it is possible their chosen teammate could turn on them for their own advantage. 

Members of the public will take part in the 25 episodes, the release date of which is still to be confirmed, with six additional specials with celebrity guest contestant also set to be filmed. 

The success of Amanda’s Netflix dating show is a major contrast to Holly Willoughby’s new programme on the streamer, Celebrity Bear Hunt – which faces the axe. 

The second series of the jungle adventure show, which was held in Costa Rica, is yet to be approved despite several meetings.

It has been reported that the show, which proved to be a hit with viewers and critics, needs to have mega-budget cuts if it is to return with hosts Holly, 44, and Bear Grylls, 50, likely to face pay cuts.

The success of Amanda’s Netflix dating show is a major contrast to Holly Willoughby’s new programme on the streamer, Celebrity Bear Hunt (pictured) – which faces the axe 

The second series of the jungle adventure show, which was held in Costa Rica, is yet to be approved despite several meetings 

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A cheaper location is also being sought, as well as plans for fewer expensive celebrities after the likes of Spice Girl Mel B and tennis player Boris Becker were among the 12 stars in the first series.

Other celebrities that took part included Lottie Moss, Danny Cipriani, Big Zuu, Joe Thomas, Kola Bokinni, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, Leomie Anderson, Shirley Ballas, Steph McGovern and Una Healy.

A source told the Sun: ‘It got excellent reviews and was a brilliant production. Bosses were happy with its performance.

‘Yet if it is recommissioned, cuts will 100 per cent be made and this could include talent salaries — both Holly and Bear as well as the celebs.

‘All measures are being explored. As to location, think Clacton or Croatia, not Costa Rica.’

MailOnline contacted Netflix, Holly Willoughby and Bear Grylls’ representatives for comment at the time.

Cheat: Unfinished Business is available to stream on Netflix.