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First Dates Season 5 Episodes
Season 5 Episode Guide
24 Episodes 2016 - 2017
Episode 1
Celebrity First Dates
60 mins
Since finding fame on reality series The Only Way Is Essex five years ago, Jess Wright has seen her love-life played out on screen. After a string of unsuitable suitors, she's looking for Mr Right (Mr Wright?). Could Personal Trainer to the stars Tom be the man to sweep her off her feet? He's just returned to the UK after years in New York, training Cameron Diaz and Jim Carrey for big movie roles, and has no knowledge of TOWIE, vajazzles or the Sugar Hut. To him, Jess is "just a girl sitting in front of a boy..." and she's hoping the only way is up. Richard Blackwood may play bad-boy Vincent in Eastenders, but he's on his best behaviour tonight in the restaurant. His years on the stand-up circuit mean he's not short on confidence and is always ready with a one-liner, but has he met his match in statuesque PR beauty Diana? A demanding woman, she knows what she wants. Richard's choice of a "feminine" daiquiri doesn't get him off to a good start but his tales of bankruptcy and hitting rock bottom will melt her heart. In true Albert Square style, will their date have a cliffhanger ending? Television legend Esther Rantzen may be beloved by the nation, but she's found life lonely since the death of her adored husband 15 years ago. She worries her formidable reputation scares men off, and is hoping this one won't "run a mile - it's happened before!" Enter Irish barrister John - the man to take on the case of the lonely widow. A defender of the downtrodden, he shares Esther's passion for social justice, life and having a good old-fashioned giggle. But can he charm his way into her heart? Walking out in front of the home crowd at the Paralympics four years ago may have been nerve-wracking, but not as terrifying as entering the First Dates restaurant. Table tennis silver-medallist Will Bayley serves up some flowers to woo his date, paediatric nurse Jess, and quickly follows it with a volley of compliments before landing the killer shot of ordering a bottle of "champers". Jess may have found a "real life Forest Gump", but will Will strike Gold in the restaurant tonight?
Episode 2
Celebrity First Dates
60 mins
Popstar Preston shot to fame ten years ago when he entered the Big Brother house and fell in love with Chantelle in front of the nation. Ever the romantic, he's hoping that lightning will strike twice tonight on his date with South African Nichole. She's watched the show and now she's walking through the doors - Scarlett Moffatt is swapping the Gogglebox sofa for a table in the First Dates restaurant. She's looking for a lad full of banter who can see her "without her fake tan on". Will Mixed Martial Arts fighter Tommy sweep our Goride lass off her feet? The ultimate rock and roll chick Jo Wood has lived the high life. 6 years on from her divorce to Rolling Stone Ronnie, she's looking for someone who shares her love of a good time, opera and aliens. It's been five years since Ashleigh Butler won Britain's Got Talent and £1/2 million with her faithful friend Pudsey. Tonight, this dating ingénue is looking for a human companion and hoping to prove that every dog trainer has her day, as she steps into the restaurant for a date with canine-fan Elliot.
Episode 3
Celebrity First Dates
60 mins
Lead singer of The Vamps, Brad Simpson, may have 1.6 million followers on Twitter and have toured with Taylor Swift, but he's still looking for his number one girl. It can't be easy dating a member of a boyband: 18 year old estate agent and Vamps-fan Isobel is about to find out. Bernie Clifton and his ostrich, Oswald, were a regular TV treat for viewers in the 70s and 80s. Tonight Bernie has left his feathered friend at home as he tries his luck in the First Dates restaurant with belly-dancing octogenarian Carol. Last year Keegan Hirst hit the front pages when he became the first openly gay rugby league player in Britain- he even received a phone call from Sir Elton. New to the gay dating scene, he's hoping online fitness guru, Paddy will guide him through the choppy waters of love. One third of Atomic Kitten, Natasha Hamilton has had a string of number ones and several high profile romances to her name. Recently split from fellow popstar Richie from Five and father of her fourth child, she's looking for someone to make her "whole again". Will Essex boy Gary be just the ticket?
Episode 4
Celebrity First Dates
60 mins
Upper-crust reality star, Jess Woodley is swapping the mean streets of SW3 for the First Dates restaurant as this Made in Chelsea cast member embarks on a blind date with wide-boy entrepreneur Luke. They say opposites attract and tonight we're about to find out if that's true. Recently divorced weather-woman, Sian Lloyd, is wary of letting anyone in after her eight year marriage collapsed. Can gourmet cheese merchant Max melt her heart and break through her tough outer rind? Daniel Brocklebank may be in our living rooms 5 nights a week as Vicar Billy in Coronation Street, but with soap stardom has come the fear of a kiss-and-tells. He wants to meet someone who doesn't know who he is and American Dustin may be just the man: if he can just get over how similar they both are. Stand-out star of documentary series Educating Yorkshire, Musharaf Asgar is embarking on his first date...ever. He's brought along his teacher Mr Burton for support, but will this be enough to calm his nerves when his date arrives?
Episode 5
Episode #5.5
60 mins
'First Dates' is a dating show with a twist that takes advantage of modern forms of dating. Each episode documents a number of couples having dinner in a unique restaurant in which everyone is on a first date. Viewers see the daters from the moment they meet until the meal is over, sharing the highs of lows of each couple's date. At the end of each date, the couple talks candidly about the experience and answers the question everybody has: will the daters see each other again?
Episode 6
Episode #5.6
60 mins
Lock up your daughters. 21-year-old best mates Josh and Jack descend on the restaurant for what proves to be an unforgettable double date. The most eligible lads in Croydon are after a pair of "absolute stunners" and aren't short changed when they meet Morgan and Jasmine. But when both boys fall hard for the same girl, their bromance is tested to its limits. All is fair in love and war. With her mantra "stilettos or trainers" hyperactive Sandy's passions are keeping fit and drinking champagne. The divorced mum-of-two may have recently climbed Everest, but her biggest challenge might just be in the form of scarlet-trousered astrology expert Steve. This match made in heaven threatens to be eclipsed with Steve's discovery that they're born under incompatible star signs - Arrgh. Ahoy there. Tomboy boat-builder Abbey returns to the good ship First Dates where her last visit ended with that sinking feeling. This time round she's cast off the sparkly dress and donned a flat cap in an attempt to be true to herself. Her potential first mate is Eddie, an odd job man who's nervous around women; this date is only his fourth ever. The misfits share a mutual love of pints and roll-up cigarettes, but will their date be plain sailing or all at sea? Anchors aweigh.
Episode 7
Episode #5.7
60 mins
'First Dates' is a dating show with a twist that takes advantage of modern forms of dating. Each episode documents a number of couples having dinner in a unique restaurant in which everyone is on a first date. Viewers see the daters from the moment they meet until the meal is over, sharing the highs of lows of each couple's date. At the end of each date, the couple talks candidly about the experience and answers the question everybody has: will the daters see each other again?
Episode 8
Episode #5.8
60 mins
'First Dates' is a dating show with a twist that takes advantage of modern forms of dating. Each episode documents a number of couples having dinner in a unique restaurant in which everyone is on a first date. Viewers see the daters from the moment they meet until the meal is over, sharing the highs of lows of each couple's date. At the end of each date, the couple talks candidly about the experience and answers the question everybody has: will the daters see each other again?
Episode 9
Episode #5.9
60 mins
25 year old business salesman Charlie is searching for his perfect "unicorn" to fit his "hot, crazy matrix", but with his sights set so high, he's yet to find his holy grail... until now. Public relations whizz Lorna seems to tick all of the boxes, but while she's used to clinching the deal in her corporate life, her love life has yet to meet the same level of success and when Charlie tells her he's looking for a unicorn the date is hanging in the balance. Olympic Team BG Bobsleigh athlete Jordan finds himself surrounded by fit ladies... he loves them and they love him, so he's slightly torn over his decision to turn over a new leaf and start a relationship. When he meets Team GB Kickboxer Aston it seems all of his dreams have come true, if he can just manage to keep his focus on what's in front of him and not let his eyes wander... Brash business owner Colin has reached 52 with all he wants from life, except the right woman to be the missing piece of his jigsaw. He's had it tough and shoots from the hip so pub landlady Sally has a challenge on her hands to try and tame him, and when Colin describes exactly what he wants from a lady Sally must decide if she's the right woman to solve his puzzle.
Episode 10
Episode #5.10
60 mins
In the past, 64 year old self-confessed cougar Lynda she has been partial to the allure of the younger man, 'My rule is I would never date a man younger than my youngest son', who is age 32. But enough is enough, Lynda's decided she wants to find a more mature man who can match her lust for life. So what better match for than former rock and roll roadie Chris who himself feels a decade younger than his current 65. Previously chased around the world by groupies, Chris is no stranger to the attention of ladies. Lynda must decide whether he's the man she's after when he complains of being fed up with having to bat off the "lustful" advances from women he dates. Following what was billed as one of the most excruciating dates in First Dates history, Fred is determined to find 25 year old DJ Tom love. Having failed to ignite a spark last time he visited the restaurant, Tom is back for another spin at love. Having struggled with his shyness he's hoping to break through his confidence barrier and show more of the real Tom. Fellow pet lover Jessica also struggles with conversation, and with their date in danger of drying up, only their fondness of dogs has a chance of saving the date. 61 year old retired hair salon owner and flamboyant millionaire Philip, like Lynda, loves the younger man but is desperate to change his ways, 'I mean its not acceptable when you check into a hotel for a dirty weekend for the receptionist to think that my boyfriend is my son'. Having been born in an era where he couldn't be himself and for years lived in a marriage he didn't belong in, he has been making up for lost time. In walks actor Simon, he loves the older man and their interests of culture should see passions ignite, that is until Philip reveals he's been dating MUCH younger men... As the new school term starts, 38 year old meat loving teacher, Marie, is in a class of her own. She is so worried about failing to find Mr Right that verbal diarrhoea always get the better of her on dates. So when she meets 36 year old fellow school teacher, Davin, they should have much in common. Her challenge to stay calm and keep her sledgehammer wit in check is no mean feat, especially when she finds out that Davin is vegan.
Episode 11
Episode #5.11
60 mins
'First Dates' is a dating show with a twist that takes advantage of modern forms of dating. Each episode documents a number of couples having dinner in a unique restaurant in which everyone is on a first date. Viewers see the daters from the moment they meet until the meal is over, sharing the highs of lows of each couple's date. At the end of each date, the couple talks candidly about the experience and answers the question everybody has: will the daters see each other again?
Episode 12
Episode #5.12
60 mins
'First Dates' is a dating show with a twist that takes advantage of modern forms of dating. Each episode documents a number of couples having dinner in a unique restaurant in which everyone is on a first date. Viewers see the daters from the moment they meet until the meal is over, sharing the highs of lows of each couple's date. At the end of each date, the couple talks candidly about the experience and answers the question everybody has: will the daters see each other again?
Episode 13
Episode #5.13
60 mins
'First Dates' is a dating show with a twist that takes advantage of modern forms of dating. Each episode documents a number of couples having dinner in a unique restaurant in which everyone is on a first date. Viewers see the daters from the moment they meet until the meal is over, sharing the highs of lows of each couple's date. At the end of each date, the couple talks candidly about the experience and answers the question everybody has: will the daters see each other again?
Episode 14
Episode #5.14
60 mins
'First Dates' is a dating show with a twist that takes advantage of modern forms of dating. Each episode documents a number of couples having dinner in a unique restaurant in which everyone is on a first date. Viewers see the daters from the moment they meet until the meal is over, sharing the highs of lows of each couple's date. At the end of each date, the couple talks candidly about the experience and answers the question everybody has: will the daters see each other again?
Episode 15
Episode #5.15
60 mins
'First Dates' is a dating show with a twist that takes advantage of modern forms of dating. Each episode documents a number of couples having dinner in a unique restaurant in which everyone is on a first date. Viewers see the daters from the moment they meet until the meal is over, sharing the highs of lows of each couple's date. At the end of each date, the couple talks candidly about the experience and answers the question everybody has: will the daters see each other again?
Episode 16
Episode #5.16
60 mins
'First Dates' is a dating show with a twist that takes advantage of modern forms of dating. Each episode documents a number of couples having dinner in a unique restaurant in which everyone is on a first date. Viewers see the daters from the moment they meet until the meal is over, sharing the highs of lows of each couple's date. At the end of each date, the couple talks candidly about the experience and answers the question everybody has: will the daters see each other again?
Episode 17
Episode #5.17
60 mins
24 year old Sophie describes herself as an 'ex-pat brat' who is lacking any direction in her love life. She's been all around the world but hasn't landed herself a boyfriend. She's never even been on a proper date. She's paired with 22 year old Adam, whose cover boy good looks and cut glass accent has won him his share of ladies. He's fresh off the slopes of Verbier, from a ski season and looking for a more permanent girlfriend. Fred thinks they look like a 'beautiful couple'. Is a bit of après ski on the cards? 37 year old Annie is a bag of nerves as barman Merlin does his best to assuage her dating fears. She's run out of fingers to count how many years since her last relationship. On her wish list is a brainy builder, so coming to her rescue is 40 year old Barry from Bristol. He's in no rush to grow up and loves a casual dresser so Annie in her jeans and trainers is right up his street. The banter flows but Annie is struggling with a bigger issue which she needs to tell Barry, but worries is a deal breaker. Towering in at 6ft 7 and Suited and booted is Matthew, a diamond jeweller with his sights set on finding his princess. 'Flamboyant', not a 'manly man' and clueless about football are how he sees himself and apparently most girls think he's gay. He's definitely a boy who likes girls but turns out he used to be a boy who liked boys. He needs to tell this to his date, PA Jess, but how will she react? Kevin, 67 is in the drainage business. He brings his unique blend of diamond in the rough/Essex boy charm to his date with receptionist Meguel. He's after a proper relationship with a Charlize Theron lookalike and she is a blonde glamazon with a collection of over 150 slinky black dresses. She's got high standards and a love of the finer things in life so hopefully she won't turn her nose up at Kevin's slightly whiffy job and barrow boy banter. You never know who you're going to fall for though and Meguel could be in for a surprise.
Episode 18
Episode #5.18
60 mins
CHELSEA AND ALEX Leaving her lab coat behind is quirky Chelsea, a forensics analyst and a lover of all things 'science'. Having lived through her parents' divorce, she has become 'reserved with her feelings' for fear of being hurt. Her date is Half-Italian Alex who has a love of the Italian language - not least its power to woo ladies. Alex has never had a girlfriend and it becomes clear that he hides behind the bravado. Despite an obvious immediate physical attraction, Alex threatens to topple the date with his usual cheeky wide boy dating tactics (lies). As the dates bubbles along, a game of 'party tricks' results in a revelatory skill of Chelsea's and leads to them bonding over bananas. But will Alex fess up and be honest or will Chelsea fall for his charms? COLIN AND TRACEY Office furniture salesman Colin is no stranger to the dating game - having been on over 100 first dates - but he's struggling to seal the deal. Born with a birth defect resulting in a missing leg, Colin is conscious that his limp is the 'elephant in the room' on dates. His date is bubbly blood worker (phlebotomist) Tracey who is looking for a friendly face and someone to have a laugh with. Since losing her husband to her best friend X years ago, Tracey confidence is low requiring her to bring her daughter along for moral support. Left to their own devices, Colin and Tracey hit it off with a shared sense of humour but will Colin reveal his disability and how will she react? RIKI THE HAT AND QUEENIE Rikki "the hat" is a Saville Row tailor but doesn't think he quite measures up. Having lost a pile of weight recently, he is back in the dating game but is struggling to see why women would find him attractive. His date Queenie works in visual merchandising and so has an eye for all things fashion - she's looking for a man who has a good sense of humour and an even better dress sense. Riki's penchant for hats sets this date off in good stead and as the date progresses, they bond over their love of dogs and a shared heritage form fractured families. But when the conversation turns to Riki's self-esteem, his self-deprecation threatens to topple the date. Will she be won over by his charm and humour or has he blown it with his honesty??? WILL and DES Silver-fox teacher Will likes to reminisce about the olden days in the gay scene when things were more illicit and the bars were filled with handsome male "visions". With a chequered back catalogue of unsuitable partners, he has struggled to get himself back to a point where he is ready to find love again. His date is personal shopper / groomer Des is a "sucker for a pretty face" and is out to find someone to live life to the full with. Approaching fifty, he is keen to find a partner to celebrate with. Will has his guard up from the off and Des' wry sense of humour consistently hits a brick wall. They both wind each up other up until it's handbags at dawn one of the most catty/car crash dates the restaurant has seen. Can Des' drum up some warmth to melt Will's frosty exterior before this date ends in disaster? DANIELLE AND TOM Waitress Danielle may be only 18 but she knows what she wants - in life and in love. Fed up with boys asking to take her "for a drive" (basically Netflix and chill) she's looking for an ambitious young gentleman to wine and dine her. Stepping up to the plate is fellow Northerner and recruitment consultant, Tom. He is a big fish in a small pond looking for a good-looking girl to have fun with. They hit it off straight away with bonding over their northern heritage and love of football. Cute northern date - she says "gorilla / griller" - "chalk" they laugh about accents and bond over their cuteness.
Episode 19
Episode #5.19
60 mins
Becca and John Blonde and Bombshell spring to mind as Irish nurse Becca sashays in for her date. With a degree in computer science and a passion for documentaries she's not just a pretty face but night shifts are getting in the way of her love life. She's matched with John, a deep thinking salesman who seems to have his fair share of grey matter and boyish charm but a morbid fear of First Dates. They bond over their eccentricities, until John drops a clanger about David Beckham of all things. Will Becca be calling 999 and a swift exit from her date? Ali and Julie 64 year old Iranian toy inventor Ali brings his own of brand of fun and games to the restaurant. He's been told he is 'too much' for some women but meets his match in the form of sequinned, force of nature Julie. It's not a table for the faint hearted but they both love a challenge and things soon turn flirty as Julie opens up to Ali about previous heartbreak. Oh and keep an eye out for balls flying at Fred's head. Carl and Marissa Fashion blogger Carl just wants to meet the one. On his wishlist is a bubbly, pretty girl, which might just come true as children's nurse Marissa breezes in for their date. Sparks fly from the off. She loves his beard and he thinks she's pretty. Things get intense and a little bit spiritual in one of the sexiest dates. Throw in a bit of footsie, spontaneous hugs and a chocolate dessert and they're set for a steamy climax. Charlie and Tania 27 year old Croupier Charlie wants marriage. 'I might be a lesbian but im still a girl' she jokes. And her chosen girl is Leeds based fashion designer Tania who's also looking for love and a fairytale ending. There's some quiet smouldering going on at their table as they bond over tattoos and Sapphic love. Tania is a sympathetic listener to Charlie as she reveals a family tragedy and they seem at ease. Will there be a second date? Well, there's a mention of breakfast. Tammi and Josh 'There's nothing good about a banana' according to 31 year old London boy Josh who has a pathological phobia of the inauspicious yellow fruits. Good job his date, 27 year old graduate recruitment consultant Tammi is wearing green. They're both struggling with having plenty of friends but no one special in their lives and Josh worries that there is 'something about him that women don't like'. Tammi has worked hard to regain her confidence after a difficult childhood. They might just be able to guide each other on the rocky road that is a first date.
Episode 20
Episode #5.20
60 mins
Pink-haired 21 year old Tallulah and tattooed 26-year-old Teddy are here to find a soul mate. Tallulah wants to cuddle Teddy but her flirting turns the singer to jelly. Will their date hit a bum note or end in harmony? "Mr Nice Guy" Derek is an underdog in love and business. His date is shy mum-of-two Lisa. The stuttering date bursts into life when they discover a shared passion - dancing. Can he sweep Lisa off her feet? Or will Derek foxtrot off home alone? Window cleaner Daniel tells girls he's a "visual glazing enhancer" because it "sounds better." His date is beautician, and Margot Robbie lookalike, Lora. After a split, she had a boob job and is raring to go. They bond over nostril waxing and raving - but is Daniel really over his ex? 23-year-old Ellie's old fashioned and wants men to open doors and write love letters. Could this be firefighter Mark? His physique fans Ellie's flame and the date gets physical. Gentlemanly behaviour or do Mark's chances go up in smoke? 42-year-old Italian stallion Carlo has been around the track a few times but has never found love and his mum is "breaking his balls". 36-year-old half-Italian Francesca is a girl to take home to meet momma, but will this high flying lawyer prove immune to Carlo's Italian charm?
Episode 21
Episode #5.21
60 mins
In a First Dates first, Jane a 55 year old divorcee is on a date with her 30 year old son Bobby. Jane's trying to find him a girl that she likes and a new love for herself having been single for 12 years. Ladies' man Bobby is matched with 22 year old megababe and professional Nanny Tyler. Bobby is equally protective of his mum after she split from his father 12 years ago and is on guard when 53 year old retired Shopkeeper Nick is matched with his Mum. 32 year old Barber "Lee from Leigh" has suffered from nerves all of his life and can't believe his luck when he's matched with the girl of his dreams - "10/10" 24 year old Nurse Abigail. Luck is not on Lee's side when he forgets Abigail's name and has an unfortunate accident in the loos. 26 year old Maths teacher Paul believes he has a sixty percent chance of finding love in the restaurant. His love of logic and equations is lost on 24 year old Financial Advisor Sophie. She suffers from Dyspraxia and when Paul whips out his beloved Rubik's cube she starts to zone out. 36 year old American boy and divorcee Jermie is hoping to seduce a new lady with his sexy voice. Now residing in the UK, Jermie is matched with 40 year old Phlebotomist and single mum Raynor. She's never left her hometown of Manchester but having just celebrated the big 4-0 is now the time for Reyna to see the world?
Episode 22
Be My Valentine
47 mins
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.
Episode 23
First Dates at Christmas
47 mins
Stunning 29 year old operations manager Yasmin is matched with a 31 year old dental practise manager called Ryan with a perfect smile. Yasmin has been cheated on in the past, so is looking for a Mr Nice Guy this time round. Will smooth-talking Ryan win her trust? 59 year old quirky dresser Mandi is matched with 65 year old antique expert, Robert. With a successful catering business and grown up kids, she's looking for a man to enjoy the finer things in life with. Will Robert be to her taste? 24 year old make up artist Sophie, has always gone for bad boys in the past. What will she make of 34 year old, window cleaner and self-proclaimed "traditional gentleman", Mehmet? 29 year old embroidery designer Scott loves all things beautiful. When matched with gallery assistant, 24 year old Jim the pair discuss culture and the arts. But will they see the beauty in each other?
Episode 24
Episode #5.24
60 mins
30 year old ladies man Luke is ready to give up playing the field and is searching for the one. Luke's date is 29 year old PR Manager Sophie. Tired of turning up to weddings alone she is looking for a man to become her 'plus one' in life. Things could be on the up for this couple... if only Sophie can remember her date's name. Bristolian mother of three, Mandy has had enough of being a singleton. She's looking for someone who can bring some laughter into her life. Her date is gentle giant, 52 year old Landscape Gardener Andrew. All is going well until Crohn's disease sufferer Mandy begins to feel unwell. Supermarket Assistant Manger Lee is tired of window-shopping for her perfect partner, she's looking for a lady who'll take her off the shelf. Her date is 26 year old DJ Nadia. Can this chatterbox over come her nerves to win over her date? 29-year-old Estate Agent Harry has never had a girlfriend. His date is fellow Manchester resident and Entrepreneur, Sanah. She's dedicated years to making her own business a success; now she's ready to put the same effort into her love life. Harry's charm may just be enough to win over Sanah and potentially secure his first ever girlfriend.