First Dates (2013)
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Episodes 184
Episode 6 - Celebrity Special for SU2C
SU2C 2015
In this special episode for Stand Up To Cancer, some of the daters discover that they've been matched with celebrity singletons, from Jamie Laing to Jorgie Porter, Anthea Turner and Alexandra Burke.
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Can policeman Mark cross the thin line between hate and love on a date with self-confessed 'nightmare' Abi? And will latex-loving Shirlie bond with her fellow divorcee Dave?
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Can Rhys handle the one-way stream of nanny Georgia's conversation topics, which include: Georgia's schooling, Georgia's dinner preferences, Georgia's holidays and Georgia's fish phobia?
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Locksmith Roberto is proud of his Italian roots, but will his poor knowledge of European countries harm his chances with Croatian-born nanny Aleksandra?
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Can executive PA Victoria mend sales manager Scott's broken heart, following the break-up of his eight-year relationship? And when stunning Sasha is stood up, waiter Sam comes to the rescue.
Read MoreEpisode 16 - The Proposal
Three daters return to the restaurant hoping to pull a cracker in time for Christmas, while some couples who had more luck first time round return too. And one of them gets down on one knee...
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South London supermarket worker Luke returns. His last visit to the restaurant came off the rails when conversation turned to 'Netflix and chill', but might it be second time lucky, with Shannon?
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Bisexual Jo embarks on her first ever date with a woman: 4' 7" personal trainer Naomi. Dean's dream of dating a lady 'kissed by fire' comes true when he meets flame-haired estate agent Kate.
Read MoreBe My Valentine - 2016
In this special Valentine's episode, Mayfair-based Miki is looking for a man to treat her like a princess. Across the restaurant, self-confessed nerd Sam just wants Daenerys from Game of Thrones.
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Justin, who's 25, has never had a girlfriend; how will Maisie react to the dating methods he learned from a book? Ekow thinks love is insane; will Deborah change his mind? And Teresa returns.
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A surprise ending leads to a First Dates first in this episode. The diners looking for love include Bristolian parents Ibiba and Aarron, 82-year-old stand-up comedian Lynn, and fantasy novelist Sarah.
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A storm brews as 27-year-old hairdresser Ben breezes in for his date with Daisy, and fantasy writer Sarah returns after her last date went awry. And a steamy first kiss is on the cards.
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With his cover boy looks and cut-glass accent, Adam comes straight off the slopes at Verbier for a date with 'ex-pat brat' Sophie. And can diamond in the rough Kevin charm blonde glamazon Meguel?
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Danielle is 18 and tired of boys asking to take her for a drive. Is Tom what she's looking for? Colin was born with a birth defect that resulted in a missing leg. He meets bubbly phlebotomist Tracey.
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Carl and Marissa's date gets intense, spiritual and really quite steamy.
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Will Tallulah's date with singer Teddy hit the high notes? Visual glazing enhancer (window cleaner) Daniel bonds with Margot Robbie lookalike Lora over nostril waxing and raving but is he over his ex?
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Lee from Leigh meets the girl of his dreams but forgets her name. Meanwhile, in a First Dates first, a mum and her son, Jane and Bobby, visit the restaurant together, each looking for love.
Read MoreFirst Dates at Christmas - 2016
Sophie's used to bad boys. What will she make of gentleman Mehmet? Stunning operations manager Yasmin is looking for Mr Nice Guy; dental practise manager Ryan has a perfect smile, but is he Mr Right?
Read MoreBe My Valentine (2017)
Elaine's looking for a twinkle-toed gentleman. Does Steve have the right moves? Comedian Vince, who usually only gets a Valentine's card from his mum, meets Brigette Bardot lookalike Anna.
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Can entrepreneur Russell handle stand-up comedian Kelly's banter? Will self-confessed nerd Mark sweet talk archaeologist Sophie with tales of battle grounds and pyramids?
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Dad-of-two Graeme, who's 33 and six foot five, is on his first date since his wife passed away. Rock fan Anthony, who's 64, meets retired nurse and amateur magician Barbara.
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Is t'ai chi enthusiast John the yin to dominatrix Sherry's yang? And can karaoke crooner David help Jenni overcome her dating nerves by serenading her at the table?
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Ex-cruise ship worker Dale is ready to start looking for love again, five years after his partner passed away. Meanwhile, Fred lets Cici off work early to go on a date of her own.
Read MoreCelebrity Special for SU2C - 2017
Can celebrity singletons Sinitta, Michael Fabricant MP, Roman Kemp and Jan Leeming find love with unsuspecting members of the public?
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Will mods Neil and Eileen ride off into the sunset together? Fire-breathing podium dancer Khloe and former club promoter Rick both love music; will their date hit the right note?
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How will model Laura react when she finds out what tall, dark Dan does for a living? And will sausage roll maker Joel's culinary creativity impress recipe developer Mimi?
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Tattooed yoga lover Jack, vibrant 70-year-old fashion stylist Christine, Stetson-wearing Simon from Dallas and performance artist and poet Justin are among the diners looking for love in this episode
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Bina runs a bridal business; does Joban make her want to don her dream wedding dress? Will born adventurer Stephen run a mile when he finds out that Dina wants to start a family?
Read MoreFirst Dates at Christmas -2017
Fresh singletons visit the restaurant and favourite First Dates daters return for a special festive episode celebrating Fred and his team's successes, engagements and the first First Dates baby!
Read MoreValentine's Special - 2018
Can Fred's advice turn Disney superfan James into bra-fitter Jess's Prince Charming? Issac, who's getting his life back on track after being homeless for three years, meets feisty Maya.
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Primary school teacher Richard gives his date Jess a '15 out of 10'. Ex-pop star Jay and call centre manager Brett reveal some surprises from their past and play a game of dare.
Read MoreCelebrity Special for SU2C - 2018
Joey Essex, Melinda Messenger, Sandra from Gogglebox and Lady Colin Campbell bravely embark on blind dates with unsuspecting members of the public, in this special episode for Stand Up To Cancer
Read MoreFirst Dates at Christmas - 2018
Cheeky ladies' man Eric, who's 101, meets Norma, who's been single for 46 years. And librarian Louise dreams of his and hers Christmas jumpers. Can awkward dater Tom make those dreams come true?
Read MoreFirst Dates at Christmas - 2018
Cheeky ladies' man Eric, who's 101, meets Norma, who's been single for 46 years. And librarian Louise dreams of his and hers Christmas jumpers. Can awkward dater Tom make those dreams come true?
Read MoreBe My Valentine -2019
Chi-Chi and her son Curtis both have dates; can she resist interfering in his date with Jaleesa? And how will Danny react when he discovers that his date's best friend is First Dates waitress Laura?
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Magazine editor Alex arrives at the restaurant sporting bright blue hair. She meets professional story-teller Wilf. Meanwhile, teacher Masackia doesn't like exotic food but would like an exotic man.
Read MoreFirst Dates at Christmas (2019)
A festive edition of the dating show in which singletons meet up with possible partners at a restaurant in the hope of finding love, before deciding whether they want to take things further. This time, former bodybuilding champion Kieran goes on a date with 23-year-old student nurse Abi. Meanwhile, 67-year-old Suzy is set up with Fred, a fellow divorcee who is looking for some excitement in his life, and single mother Amy meets 29-year-old Geordie Scott.
Read MoreFirst Dates at Christmas (2019)
A festive edition of the dating show in which singletons meet up with possible partners at a restaurant in the hope of finding love, before deciding whether they want to take things further. This time, former bodybuilding champion Kieran goes on a date with 23-year-old student nurse Abi. Meanwhile, 67-year-old Suzy is set up with Fred, a fellow divorcee who is looking for some excitement in his life, and single mother Amy meets 29-year-old Geordie Scott.
Read MoreBe My Valentine - 2020
It's Valentine's Day at the First Dates restaurant. Beauty queen Sophie meets cheeky-chappy Bailey, as 59-year-old Rachel has her first ever date with a woman, blonde bombshell Debs.
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American beauty queen and PhD student Camille is looking for love with an English gent, and is set up on a date with salesman Richard. Meanwhile, Shannen hopes to find someone to share love and laugher with again after losing her husband to cancer. She meets fellow northerner Daniel, and the pair bond over beer and stories of times spent in Benidorm.
Read MoreTogether Forever
This trip down memory lane serves up some classic dates where sparks flew and love blossomed, from two tweed lovers, to an eager octogenarian, and an accountant determined to make numbers sexy.
Read MoreEpisode 5 - Together Forever
This trip down memory lane serves up some classic dates where sparks flew and love blossomed, from two tweed lovers, to an eager octogenarian, and an accountant determined to make numbers sexy.
Read MoreOpposites Attract
This trip down memory lane sees how sometimes opposites attract, including an eccentric theology student, a 'Norse God', and two of the naughtiest minds ever to have graced First Dates
Read MoreEpisode 6 - Opposites Attract
This trip down memory lane sees how sometimes opposites attract, including an eccentric theology student, a 'Norse God', and two of the naughtiest minds ever to have graced First Dates
Read MoreSecond Chances
A look back at couples taking second shot at finding love, from a Persian princess to an 80-something tennis coach, and a self-confessed geek hoping for an epic ending to her story.
Read MoreEpisode 7 - Second Chances
A look back at some of the couples who took a second shot at finding love, from a Persian princess to an 80-something tennis coach, and a self-confessed geek hoping for an epic ending to her story
Read MorePlot Twists
A look back at first dates that didn't go smoothly - from the counsellor and the producer who don't see eye to eye over the bill, to the Disney superfans hoping for a fairy-tale ending.
Read MoreEpisode 8 - Plot Twists
A look back at some first dates that didn't go so smoothly - from the counsellor and the producer who couldn't see eye to eye over the bill, to the Disney superfans hoping for a fairy-tale ending
Read MoreCelebrity Best Bits
Another chance to see showbiz singletons on blind dates, from singer Alexandra Burke to Tory MP Michael Fabricant, Esther Rantzen, DJ Roman Kemp and Gogglebox's Sandra Martin
Read MoreEpisode 9 - Celebrity Best Bits
The showbiz singletons on blind dates are singer Alexandra Burke, Tory MP Michael Fabricant, Esther Rantzen, DJ Roman Kemp, and Gogglebox's Sandra Martin.
Read MoreEpisode 10 - Fireworks
A look back at some full-on first encounters where sparks really did fly. Featuring two lust-struck dancers, a feisty Scotsman, a crucial kiss, and a love of latex.
Read MoreFirst Dates at Christmas 2020
Fred and the team head to a cosy rural hideaway inspired by favourite yuletide romcoms, as single people search for the most perfect gift of all - love
Read MoreEpisode 4 - First Dates Valentine's
Can Fred and co rustle up some love action on Valentine's for more hopeful singletons - from a wedding planner to an ex-politician and a West End actor who's looking for a first boyfriend?
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The first of this series' couples bond over a love of Japanese culture, although nerves threaten their chances. A police detective goes on a date with a man who used to be on the force, an actor meets a journalist and Latin ballroom dancer, and an entrepreneur with a flashy exterior and even flashier car is hoping to find someone to settle down with.
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Those taking part include 23-year-old Rory, who meets 24-year-old Ella, along with 54-year-old self-confessed man-eater Caroline, who has been on 50 dates in the past two years. Tattoo enthusiast Adam returns to First Dates hoping to romance 30-year-old single mum Laura, who is yet to meet a man who accepts she has a child. Urologist Abi may know all about the male anatomy, but realises her job can scare off some men.
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An international DJ who has learned some new things about her sexuality after a recent holiday to Ibiza now has to get to grips with London's same-sex dating scene - which is not easy when her first date is someone she previously blanked on a dating app. A man with deteriorating vision and a desire to start a family is paired with a trombone player, while other candidates include a full-time carer and a medical student looking to date outside her profession.
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A sexual health advisor with two soon-to-be-married daughters goes looking for love, and a part-time singer enjoys an evening with a professional magician. Other visitors to the restaurant include an accountant contemplating parenthood, a car enthusiast who has been single for seven years, and a call-center worker who has yet to fall in love.
Read MoreFirst Dates at Christmas 2021
Fred and the team pull out all the stops to make this a Christmas to remember. Can a jobbing Father Christmas find a mate? And will panto actor John meet a tall, dark, handsome partner?
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Return of the dating show in which singletons meet up with possible partners at a restaurant. First up is Carol, once a Monty Python star, who meets interior designer Keith. Could he be the leading man she's been waiting for all these years? Twenty-six-year-old Charles has never had a girlfriend and is yet to experience his first kiss. Could 22-year-old Freya be the one to change that? With a shared passion for origami, it isn't long before Charles impresses Freya with his talents.
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Cake-maker and self-confessed `princess" Fiona seeks someone `chunky and funky", finding herself paired with recruitment consultant Rakim. Ex-soldier Tristan from Exeter is on a mission to find his perfect woman after being single for four years. Will beach-loving Ema get swept away by his passion for the south west? Twenty-nine-year-old Lewis - whose narcolepsy caused him to fall asleep on a previous date - is paired with DJ Thom, while lager and football-lover Jessica is introduced to fellow northerner and pub-lover Ryan.
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Becky, a 22-year-old from Bristol, seeks a man who will accept her and her snake. It remains to be seen whether leather-clad Lee from London will prove to be the open-minded guy she's looking for. Paul, a 54-year-old lorry driver from Newcastle, is looking for a woman who appreciates his softer side. He is paired with three-time divorced Ruth - who it turns out is his brother's ex. Plus, primary school assistant teacher Michael struggles to control his nerves for his date with student Imogen.
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Twenty one-year-old post-grad student Madeleine struggles to find guys who stimulate her mentally, and would love to meet a rugby boy who’s marriage material. She’s paired with rugby-playing Tom Hardy impersonator Ewan. Returning to the restaurant after a problem first date is truck driver Paul. His date is 50-year-old fellow Geordie Tracey. Meanwhile, 35-year-old Sophie from York seeks a man who isn’t going to ‘mess her around’.
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Twenty seven-year-old single mother and dog groomer Brenna seeks a man who won’t be put off by the fact she has a daughter. She hopes to find a connection with dog-loving electrician Ross. Twenty-four-year-old party girl Tori is looking for someone to bring a bit of sparkle into her life. She’s matched with 30-year-old beautician Sophie, who’s on the lookout for a life partner. Plus, actress Alice meets 26-year-old cocktail bartender Jac, who is hoping to shake his life up a bit.
Read MoreBe My Valentine - 2022
It's Valentine's at the First Dates restaurant, and there's an extra serving of romance - for broken-hearted Chris, singer twins Hazel and Brenda, and Saskia and Roisin, who can't stop flirting
Read MoreEpisode 6: Valentine's
It's Valentine's at the First Dates restaurant, and there's an extra serving of romance - for broken-hearted Chris, singer twins Hazel and Brenda, and Saskia and Roisin, who can't stop flirting
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Thirty two-year-old Sophie needs to find the right guy to earn her trust and tempt her away from the comforts and convenience of living with her parents. She hopes Adam from the Wirral will change her outlook on life. Connor, who owns a collection of brightly coloured ties, is introduced to fellow accessory-lover Kemis, while adventurous 73-year-old Mike is paired with fitness fanatic Coleen, a widow who is ready to meet someone to share fresh experiences with.
Read MoreEpisode 8 - The Awkward Ones
A look back at dates that didn't quite go to plan, from mishaps to cringe moments.
Read MoreEpisode 9 - Double Dating
Some classic mixed doubles – from twins with mixed fortunes to a pair with a big secret
Read MoreEpisode 10 - This Is Me
A look back at some memorable daters with secrets to share.
Read MoreEpisode 11 - The Returners
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Episode 12 - Needle In A Haystack
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Episode 13 - Odd Jobs
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Pride Special (2022)
Celebrating 50 years of Pride, a fond look back at some LGBTQ+ couples who came to the First Dates restaurant seeking love, including a Cara Delevingne lookalike, and some major surprises.
Read MoreFirst Dates at Christmas 2022
This year's festive hopefuls seeking love include a vicar called Eve, a jeweller hoping for a man that shines, and a self-proclaimed 'Queen of Christmas' partial to a spot of beatboxing.
Read MoreFirst Dates Valentine's (2023)
On Valentine's night, 'clubbing queen' Amanda's looking for a guy who's not too keen too soon. And can businessman Brendan finally make a connection after almost 1000 dates?
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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
Read MoreBe My Valentine
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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