The BEST episodes of First Dates
Every episode of First Dates ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of First Dates!
Every week First Dates follows a range of couples going on a blind date. From the moment they first lay eyes on each other to their parting glance, we’ll be capturing every magic moment in their quest for a compatible match. We’re keeping everything crossed for love to blossom on camera.
#5 - Episode 1
Season 21 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/2/2024
No-nonsense Mercedes worries that her date, gamer Greg, won't be able to handle her secret. Fifty-three-year-old jetsetter Georgina has endured many a heartbreak, but still craves fun and excitement; hopefully part-time DJ Steve is the man to provide a romantic soundtrack to her life. Having endured a very public on-screen divorce, Lauren from reality series The Real Housewives of Cheshire, seeks something a bit more real. Trainee teacher Ashley has been doing his homework when it comes to love and has a long list of requirements for a potential suitor.
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#9 - Episode 2
Season 21 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/16/2024
Mum and son Andrea and Stephan are double-dating: Andrea is looking for a debonair, cultured and passionate man, while Stephan is mainly hoping that his mum won't embarrass him. Seventy-year-old Diane refuses to let age get in the way of love and meets retired trucker and part-time crooner 'Neil the Wheel'. Bagpipe instructor Adam hopes that fellow Scot Conor can bring back his excitement for dating.
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#14 - Celebrity Special for SU2C
Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/12/2015
In this special episode in aid of Stand Up To Cancer, some of the daters discover that they've been matched with celebrity singletons. Daters are matched with single celebrities Jamie Laing, Anthea Turner and Alexandra Burke.
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#16 - Episode 8
Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/22/2015
More singletons meet up for a blind date, including former boarding school pupil Hugo from last week, who is back for a second shot at love. Trainee opera singer Olympia takes centre stage for his encore performance - but will she hit all the right notes to win him over? Other hopefuls include ex-Playboy bunny Jacqui, who is paired up with ex-stripper Ricky, and sensitive soul Steven, who is hoping to find someone who will get along with the most important lady in his life - his nan. Will keen knitter Anna fit the bill?
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#18 - Episode 7
Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/15/2015
Twin sisters visit the restaurant, each looking for their Prince Charming - but while Francesca appears to be smitten by former boarding school pupil Hugo, Claudia has been hurt too many times before, and her guard is up with rapper Marcus. Maths teacher and human calculator Ian is looking for someone to help him get over his awkwardness, and hopes radiographer Rachel will be the one, while firefighter Marc meets Marilyn Monroe lookalike Elle - will it be a case of some like it hot? Do gentlemen definitely prefer blondes? Or will they turn out to be misfits?
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#19 - Episode 9
Season 8 - Episode 9 - Aired 6/13/2017
Nicky, 44, is reaching for the stars when it comes to finding her perfect partner. This astronaut in training is looking for a man who is out of this world. Her date is Daniel, a well-travelled motoring journalist. He lives life in the fast lane but wants to find a lady to join him on his world adventures. Will the stars collide on their first date? Next is 58-year-old road sweeper Bruce, who isn't prepared to hang up his dating shoes just yet. He wants a lady to share his evenings with and to just love him for him. Bruce's date is mother of two Yvonne. After years of being single, she's ready to put herself first and to find that one true love to keep her company into her twilight years. And 24-year-old professional dog walker Milo is looking for a woman who can keep up with him. His date is straight-talking charity worker and fellow Londoner Angelica, who works with animals all day but wants someone to cuddle up to at night.
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