The WORST episodes of Down For Love

Every episode of Down For Love ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Down For Love!

In this dating show with a difference, we follow six Kiwis with Down Syndrome in the universal quest to find love and happiness.

Last Updated: 1/29/2026Network: TV2 (NZ)Status: Continuing

6.50

2 votes

#1 - Episode 2

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/5/2023

Chloe’s date on the racetrack gets off to a flying start, Ray looks for fireworks and Lily Mae hits a rough patch at the zoo.

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6.88

8 votes

#2 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/30/2022

We meet 18-year-old model Lily Mae as she embarks on her dating life. Plus, Carlos reveals the secrets to keeping his long-distance relationship with Aelinor alive, and Josh is ready to get back in the dating ring.

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6.90

10 votes

#3 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/23/2022

Things are heating up for Leisel and Brayden. Plus, we meet 38-year-old John from Queenstown, who reveals he's had an engagement ring for ten years and is looking for the right woman to give it to.

7.17

12 votes

#4 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/9/2022

We meet 21-year-old party boy Josh and 19-year-old actress Libby as they begin their search for love.

7.22

9 votes

#5 - Episode 5

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/6/2022

38-year-old adventurer Daniel is keen to find a partner who shares his love of the great outdoors. Leisel and Braydon celebrate Braydon's 21st birthday. Libby takes a whole new look at love.

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7.25

4 votes

#6 - Episode 4

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/19/2023

Daniel plays the game of love, while Taylor plays Ten Pin Bowling.

7.29

7 votes

#7 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/16/2022

Josh and Libby take the next steps towards romance, and we also meet 22-year-old cosmetics salesperson Leisel and 30-year-old photographer Carlos.

7.29

7 votes

#8 - Episode 1

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/28/2023

Clayton struggles with too many commitments to find the time to meet Ms. Right, and we catch up with Leisel and Brayden, season one’s romance success story.

8.00

2 votes

#9 - Episode 3

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/12/2023

Alex looks for someone who shares the same passions as he does. Charlize battles her parents' reservations about her search for love and Ray and Hayley get cozy.

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8.00

1 votes

#10 - Episode 02

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/17/2025

Charlize is back on the dating scene, stepping into a new adventure with a blind date she takes a spin on the dance floor. Emily is on a quest for love with someone who shares her passion for Pokémon.

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8.00

1 votes

#11 - Episode 03

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/24/2025

After a tough past dating experience, Saione is determined to give love another shot, hoping to find someone. Meanwhile, Braydon and Leisel find themselves in a tropical paradise.

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8.00

1 votes

#12 - Episode 04

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/1/2025

After his last relationship ended due to distance and communication struggles, Nathan is ready to find love again. Jacqui has mastered dancing and hot chocolates, so now she’s tackling dating.

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8.00

1 votes

#13 - Episode 05

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/8/2025

Harper is ready to explore dating without limits, seeking someone who truly connects. Nathan is gearing up for his third date with his girlfriend Ilze.

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8.25

4 votes

#14 - Episode 5

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/26/2023

Hayley gets swept off her feet, Chloe and Nathan meet the families and Carlos makes a comeback.

8.50

2 votes

#15 - Episode 01

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/10/2025

Braydon & Leisel are packing for an adventure of a lifetime, Jisiah gets a date with his dream girl, and country girl Stevi heads to the big smoke of Hamilton.

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