Now Streaming: First Dates

On its 10th anniversary, First Dates returns for a new series with the world’s most romantic restaurant relocated to the heart of beautiful Bath. The first dater through the doors, no-nonsense Mercedes, meets gamer Greg. Enigmatic Mercedes has a secret. Will Greg say ‘game over’ when he hears her jaw-dropping revelation? Fifty-three-year-old jetsetter Georgina has endured many a heartbreak but still craves fun and excitement. Will Georgina’s date, part-time DJ Steve, be the man to provide a romantic soundtrack to her life? Lauren from the reality TV series The Real Housewives of Cheshire turns heads. Lauren endured a very public divorce on screen, and is now looking for something a bit more ‘real’. As soon as well-off entrepreneur Chiles enters the restaurant, sparks fly. But who does Lauren really have her eye on? And trainee teacher Ashley has been doing his homework when it comes to love and has a long list of requirements for a potential suitor. Cue Cambridge undergraduate Rudi. This sophisticated duo hit it off immediately but can they see past their differences?

The first episode airs 10pm on Tuesday 3 January, 2024 on Channel 4. Stream the next episode straight after.