The BEST episodes of First Dates season 12

Every episode of First Dates season 12, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of First Dates season 12!

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.

Last Updated: 1/15/2025Network: Channel 4Status: Continuing
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7.45
20 votes

#1 - Episode 5

Season 12 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/14/2019

Recruitment consultant Jack returns for a second first date at the restaurant, this time with hairdresser Shauna. Mark, who's been single for 10 years, meets Claire, who's never had a relationship.

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7.39
23 votes

#2 - Episode 4

Season 12 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/7/2019

Can kizomba dancing queen Carina side-step away from situationships and into a real relationship with actor Kevan? Meanwhile, romcom fanatic Becky is looking for her very own Hugh Grant.

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7.39
23 votes

#3 - Episode 7

Season 12 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/28/2019

Can 61-year-old Italian restaurant owner Giovanni give Fred a run for his money on the charm front? Can Jason see past Tyrone's ADHD? And does barber Chris smell good enough for dental nurse Debbie?

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7.34
29 votes

#4 - Episode 10

Season 12 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/18/2019

Live wire Bernard is dressed to impress in a suit he designed himself. Marco and Chiara bond over their shared Italian roots. Other daters include student Luka, who's fascinated by serial killers.

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7.27
22 votes

#5 - Episode 9

Season 12 - Episode 9 - Aired 6/11/2019

Singletons looking for love include a makeup artist with strong family ties, a pair of microbiologists, and an ice cream man hoping to go from Mr Whippy to Mr Right.

Episode 1
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7.27
30 votes

#6 - Episode 1

Season 12 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/16/2019

Josh and Natasha bond over having fabulous hair, but commit some hilarious dining faux pas. Georgia is looking for a football-playing Cara Delevingne.

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7.12
25 votes

#7 - Episode 3

Season 12 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/30/2019

Is 6' 4" trucker Tony the 'Neanderthal rock god' that Lynda's looking for? And is there chemistry between neuroscientist Michael and publishing assistant Hannah?

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7.04
23 votes

#8 - Episode 8

Season 12 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/4/2019

Will romance blossom for a pest controller and a good time Essex girl, a glamorous granny and a poet, or a working mum with a sideline selling and renting sex dolls?

Episode 2
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7.04
27 votes

#9 - Episode 2

Season 12 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/23/2019

Serial dater Jack, who's looking for a 'naughty sort', thinks his luck's in when he meets glamorous fire-breather Safina. But will his laddish charm impress her?

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6.87
15 votes

#10 - Episode 6

Season 12 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/21/2019

The dating hopefuls in this episode include a builder who's finally ready for a concrete relationship, a naked bike rider, a pair of gamers, and a man who's been married five times.