The BEST episodes of First Dates season 21

Every episode of First Dates season 21, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of First Dates season 21!

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: 12/6/2024Network: Channel 4Status: Continuing
Episode 2
star
8.00
10 votes

#1 - 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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Episode 1
star
7.90
10 votes

#2 - 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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Episode 3
star
7.71
7 votes

#3 - Episode 3

Season 21 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/23/2024

Barrister Sarah meets Dan, an ex-military man guilty of too many dad jokes. And Mancunian besties Megan and Ellena are out on a double date hoping to have their trust in men restored.

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Be My Valentine
star
7.56
9 votes

#4 - Be My Valentine

Season 21 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/13/2024

Seeking love this Valentine's is a 90-year-old army veteran, a TikTok star with a 'dirty builder' thing, and broadcaster India Willoughby on her first date since she transitioned.

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Episode 4
star
7.50
10 votes

#5 - Episode 4

Season 21 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/30/2024

A 60-something raver meets a part-time DJ. A competitive Pokémon player hooks-up with a comic book fan. And a dog walker and a science guy bond over a shared love of pub quizzes.

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Episode 5
star
7.42
12 votes

#6 - Episode 5

Season 21 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/6/2024

Aaron, who won TV's The Traitors, is out on a date with a straight-A student Laura. There's also a date on roller skates, a reformed party girl, and a Mr. Bean impression.

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