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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!

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.
Genre:Reality

Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 2" is the best rated episode of "First Dates". It scored 9.2/10 based on 6 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 1/16/2024. This episode scored 0.6 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 3".

  • Episode 2
    9.2/106 votes
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    #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 3
    8.6/107 votes
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    #2 - Episode 3

    Season 8 Episode 3 - Aired 5/2/2017

    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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  • Episode 6
    8.4/105 votes
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    #3 - Episode 6

    Season 9 Episode 6 - Aired 10/23/2017

    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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  • Episode 7
    8.1/109 votes
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    #4 - Episode 7

    Season 8 Episode 7 - Aired 5/30/2017

    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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  • Episode 13
    8.0/107 votes
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    #5 - Episode 13

    Season 8 Episode 13 - Aired 7/11/2017

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    7.9/108 votes
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    #6 - Episode 4

    Season 9 Episode 4 - Aired 10/9/2017

    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.

    Director: N/A

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  • Episode 5
    7.9/108 votes
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    #7 - Episode 5

    Season 9 Episode 5 - Aired 10/16/2017

    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?

    Director: N/A

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  • Episode 10
    7.7/1010 votes
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    #8 - Episode 10

    Season 8 Episode 10 - Aired 6/20/2017

    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?

    Director: N/A

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  • Episode 2
    7.6/107 votes
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    #9 - Episode 2

    Season 8 Episode 2 - Aired 4/25/2017

    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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  • Episode 1
    7.6/108 votes
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    #10 - Episode 1

    Season 9 Episode 1 - Aired 9/18/2017

    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?

    Director: N/A

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  • Episode 6
    7.5/109 votes
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    #11 - Episode 6

    Season 8 Episode 6 - Aired 5/23/2017

    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?

    Director: N/A

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  • Episode 9
    7.5/107 votes
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    #12 - Episode 9

    Season 8 Episode 9 - Aired 6/13/2017

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 3
    7.5/107 votes
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    #13 - Episode 3

    Season 9 Episode 3 - Aired 10/2/2017

    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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  • Episode 1
    7.5/107 votes
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    #14 - Episode 1

    Season 21 Episode 1 - Aired 1/2/2024

    The first visitor to the new restaurant is no-nonsense Mercedes. And she's got a big secret to tell gamer Greg.

    Director: N/A

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  • Episode 1
    7.4/107 votes
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    #15 - Episode 1

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 3/6/2015

    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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  • Episode 5
    7.4/1010 votes
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    #16 - Episode 5

    Season 8 Episode 5 - Aired 5/16/2017

    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?

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 2
    7.4/108 votes
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    #17 - Episode 2

    Season 9 Episode 2 - Aired 9/25/2017

    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?

    Director: N/A

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  • Episode 4
    7.2/1011 votes
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    #18 - Episode 4

    Season 8 Episode 4 - Aired 5/9/2017

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 8
    7.0/109 votes
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    #19 - Episode 8

    Season 8 Episode 8 - Aired 6/6/2017

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 11
    6.9/109 votes
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    #20 - Episode 11

    Season 8 Episode 11 - Aired 6/27/2017

    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.

    Director: N/A

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  • Episode 6
    6.4/109 votes
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    #21 - Episode 6

    Season 7 Episode 6 - Aired 9/13/2016

    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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  • Episode 12
    6.4/108 votes
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    #22 - Episode 12

    Season 8 Episode 12 - Aired 7/4/2017

    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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  • Episode 3
    6.2/107 votes
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    #23 - Episode 3

    Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 12/24/2015

    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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  • Episode 17
    6.2/1012 votes
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    #24 - Episode 17

    Season 7 Episode 17 - Aired 11/29/2016

    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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  • Episode 1
    6.1/1010 votes
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    #25 - Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/20/2013

    Faliraki DJ Terry wants to tame his wild love life and settle down. Richard is venturing into online dating three years after losing his wife. And can Will's unusual flirting techniques impress Fayhe?

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