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The Best Episodes of First Dates

Every episode of First Dates ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of First Dates!

The Best Episodes of First Dates

Interactive dating experiment in which real dates are filmed, and then viewers get the chance to apply to date the unsuccessful participants the following week.
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    8.3/10(8 votes)

    #1 - Episode 3

    S8:E3

    Susie, a teaching assistant and burlesque performer meets Trekkie-fan Martin. And hairdresser Bonnie hopes semi-pro boxer Perry can show her his more sensitive side.

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    Director:Unknown
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    8.1/10(10 votes)

    #2 - Episode 7

    S8:E7

    Ladies' man Luke meets PR manager Sophie, but can she remember his name? Mum of three Mandy's date with gentle giant Andrew is going well until Mandy - who has Crohn's disease - starts to feel unwell.

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    Director:Unknown
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    8.0/10(8 votes)

    #3 - Episode 2

    S8:E2

    Nervous rugby player Phil meets Sarah who's 21 and has overcome bone cancer. Raymon's 90. He meets ballroom dancing enthusiast Cecelia. And can brickie turned model Frankie charm glamorous PA Rosie?

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    Director:Unknown
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    7.9/10(8 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S9:E4

    Alasdair and Lee bond over their love of the pop parade. Stu lost his sight 13 years ago; he hopes to meet a feisty redhead. Wrestler Lewis returns to the restaurant, for a date with barista Lauren.

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    Director:Unknown
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    7.9/10(8 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S9:E5

    Leah's looking for a man with a sparkle in his eyes; is blue-eyed boy Andy the one for her? And finding the right man has been a tall order for 6' 3" firefighter Nikki. Does 6' 4" Ross fit the bill?

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    Director:Unknown
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    7.7/10(10 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S8:E6

    Twice-divorced Jo commits a faux pas on her date with Dubliner Robbie. Can marketing assistant Alice handle dairy farmer Ben's tales of the finer details of farm life?

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    Director:Unknown
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    7.7/10(10 votes)

    #7 - Episode 10

    S8:E10

    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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.6/10(8 votes)

    #8 - Episode 13

    S8:E13

    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.

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    Director:Unknown
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    7.6/10(9 votes)

    #9 - Episode 1

    S9:E1

    Teaching assistant Liberty's looking for a man who can handle her 'right amount of crazy'. Octogenarian Doreen wants a man who can keep her on her toes; is author James the one?

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    7.5/10(7 votes)

    #10 - Episode 9

    S8:E9

    Trainee astronaut Nicky hopes her date, motoring journalist Daniel, can take her to the stars. And road sweeper Bruce, 58, hopes he can find a lady who'll love him for who he is.

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    7.4/10(7 votes)

    #11 - Episode 1

    S3:E1

    Sparks fly between dancers Frankie and Muhala. Kate and Liam have a lot in common, but how will she score their date's 'fun level'? Can Tim, who's in his late thirties, charm Jenny into a second date?

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    7.2/10(9 votes)

    #12 - Episode 2

    S9:E2

    Will glamorous dental nurse Cece make DJ Collins' heart skip a beat? And science technician Ian has never been on a date; can he find a spark with shy nursery nurse Stacie?

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    7.2/10(6 votes)

    #13 - Episode 6

    S9:E6

    Can dancing accountant Robert sweep French aristocrat Gladys off her feet? Self-confessed Jack the Lad Joey and fashion blogger Jodie have a chance encounter the night before their date.

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    6.9/10(9 votes)

    #14 - Episode 11

    S8:E11

    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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    6.8/10(11 votes)

    #15 - Episode 5

    S8:E5

    Can retired policeman Alistair hit the right notes with violinist Maggie? Can charmer Hussein handle bricklayer Molly's banter? Are self-proclaimed misfits Patrick and Angharad perfect for each other?

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    Director:Unknown
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    6.6/10(12 votes)

    #16 - Episode 4

    S8:E4

    Eve, who's 22, has alopecia. She's never been on a night out without her wig... until now. Showing off her amazing head tattoo, she stuns teaching assistant Jordan with her beauty.

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  18. Background image for Episode 3
    6.6/10(8 votes)

    #17 - Episode 3

    S9:E3

    Dramatic events unfold on fashion assistant Jade's date with wrestler Lewis. Chelsea girl Montana meets cheeky chappy Joe. Can gregarious aristocrat Count Anthony bring shy Silvia out of her shell?

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    6.4/10(9 votes)

    #18 - Episode 6

    S7:E6

    Can meat-loving teacher Marie control her sledgehammer wit when she finds out that her date, Davin, is a vegan? Sexagenarians Lynda and Philip both like younger men. And DJ Tom is back.

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    6.4/10(10 votes)

    #19 - Episode 8

    S8:E8

    Two diners decide to serenade their dates in this episode. Meanwhile, Greig is looking for a feisty man, but is John's brutal honesty a step too far? And Hebe, who's 20, is on her first ever date.

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    6.4/10(8 votes)

    #20 - Episode 12

    S8:E12

    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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    6.2/10(7 votes)

    #21 - Episode 3

    S4:E3

    Memories of childhood bullies have knocked Zoe's confidence. Can former ballroom dancer David, who describes himself as 'The Don of the Friendzone', sweep Zoe off her feet?

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    6.2/10(12 votes)

    #22 - Episode 17

    S7:E17

    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.

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    Director:Unknown
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    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #23 - Episode 1

    S15:E1

    A new crop of singletons roll up to the First Dates restaurant, including a self-confessed party animal seeking someone just as wild, a disco dancer, an ex-Playboy bunny, and a biker daredevil.

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    Director:Unknown
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    5.9/10(9 votes)

    #24 - Episode 8

    S7:E8

    Are tennis-playing Stephanie and ex-rugby player Stuart a match made in heaven? Janet, who's 71, and George, who's 87, both crave bedtime antics. And self-confessed cougar Marie returns.

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    5.9/10(10 votes)

    #25 - Episode 16

    S7:E16

    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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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 3" is the best rated episode of "First Dates". It scored 8.3/10 based on 8 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/2/2017. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 7".