Virgin Island viewers make same demand after Channel 4 series finale

Channel 4's audacious reality series finale has left audiences collectively pondering the same question after wrapping up its latest run.

The trailblazing programme chronicles the journey of 12 virgins as they navigate a practical course on sex, steered by seasoned therapists and intimacy experts.

It boldly aims to break down barriers surrounding participants' self-assurance.

In the culmination broadcast on Tuesday evening (May 27), the contenders were compelled to push their learned boundaries in a challenge termed 'escalation'.

Confusion reigned at breakfast about what this entailed, with one participant surmising it meant: "Take things to the next level."

At one of their conclusive sessions, sex expert Celeste Hirschmann propelled them to unify the skills they'd acquired, asking: 'It's your turn to bring all of those tools together, who wants to try it?'

Tension filled the air before Dave, a 24 year old exuding apprehensiveness about sex, reluctantly volunteered. He confided to the camera: 'I'm quite scared around sex and what it really is. I want to be more confident in my skin."

Dave not only triumphed in the exercise but went further, participating in his first sexual encounter with surrogate Kat Slade , reports .

A candid conversation ensued about his readiness to engage in oral sex, followed by the programme tastefully cutting away to scenes of local fauna.

His subsequent session with Kat marked another milestone, making Dave the solitary candidate to have intercourse during their stay at the retreat.

Audiences took to social media to express their reactions, with many echoing a simultaneous sentiment despite the discomfort provoked by the show - a collective call for a follow-up series.One viewer exclaimed on X: "This was, at times, the most uncomfortable thing I've ever watched, but I'm so glad I stuck with it, it all makes sense now. That last episode got me! How brave of all those wonderful, young people to share their journey with us. Season 2 please!"

Another chimed in: "Unbelievable this isn't it, why do we keep watching it though?"

"Meanwhile, one avid fan stated: "Guys if you haven't already you actually have to watch Virgin Island.

It's the best thing I've ever watched but also the worst thing I've ever seen. It's so conflicting morally but get me a season 2 immediately please?

"Someone else shared their heartfelt response to the series ender: "I have watched all episodes today, but the last one got me. It's like they have all found themselves. Sat crying. Just feel like a proud friend, knowing they have all found themselves in some way. "

Echoing the consensus, a viewer remarked: "Virgin Island has been the most uncomfortable thing I've ever watched. I hope there is a season two. " And in a similar vein, another offered: "Virgin Island is one of the cringiest television shows I've ever watched. I also cannot wait for season 2. "

The gripping finale showcased the group sharing heartfelt letters to their future partners in a touching graduation ceremony, before joining hands in unity as an expert confidently declared: "You're going to take the world by storm, I can feel it."

A poignant postscript unveiled that several participants have maintained their bond, supporting each other at Pride functions. Tom has embarked on studies in Manchester, with others also exploring the city.

Dave is now happily paired with a new partner, while a trio of the show's alumni have moved past their virgin status.

Virgin Island is streaming on Channel 4.