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Duration
60 minutes

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This dating show brings together single participants who meet possible partners over a meal in a restaurant, hoping to spark a romantic connection. Following the dinner they decide whether to take the relationship further, determining if they wish to continue seeing each other.

About This Program

The programme is a dating series that brings together people who are currently single, giving them a structured environment to explore potential romance. It follows the familiar reality‑TV format of pairing strangers, but its focus is on the initial encounter and the choices that follow. In each episode, the participants meet their possible matches over a meal in a restaurant. The setting provides a relaxed backdrop where they can converse, share stories and gauge any immediate chemistry. The ultimate aim is to see whether the connection feels strong enough to move beyond that first sit‑down, allowing the individuals to decide if they’d like to pursue the relationship further. The show’s premise hinges on the hope that a simple dinner can spark something lasting. By concentrating on this early stage, it highlights the moment when two people assess whether there’s enough mutual interest to warrant a next step. At the end of the meeting, each singleton makes a clear decision: either they’ll continue exploring the budding connection, or they’ll part ways, having learned what they’re looking for in future dates. This straightforward format keeps the focus on genuine interaction and personal choice.

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First Dates broadcasts on Channel 4 at 10:00pm, Wednesday, 11 February 2026. (Subtitles)

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Production Details

Runtime60 mins