First Dates — Season 17

All 5 episodes in airing order, with first-run dates and viewer ratings.

1. 01S17E01

   September 6, 2021 · 1h 5m

   Episode 1

   The first of this series' couples bond over a love of Japanese culture, although nerves threaten their chances. A police detective goes on a date with a man who used to be on the force, an actor meets a journalist and Latin ballroom dancer, and an entrepreneur with a flashy exterior and even flashier car is hoping to find someone to settle down with.

2. 02

   September 13, 2021 · 1h 5m

   Episode 2

   A Disney fan seeks a fresh start after losing her last partner due to a tragic accident, while 27-year-old Craig wants to find a man who will share his love of dogs. A retired Butlins redcoat has high hopes for her date, and a woman who has not enjoyed much luck on the dating scene may have finally found the man she is looking for.

3. 03

   September 20, 2021 · 1h 5m

   Episode 3

   Those taking part include 23-year-old Rory, who meets 24-year-old Ella, along with 54-year-old self-confessed man-eater Caroline, who has been on 50 dates in the past two years. Tattoo enthusiast Adam returns to First Dates hoping to romance 30-year-old single mum Laura, who is yet to meet a man who accepts she has a child. Urologist Abi may know all about the male anatomy, but realises her job can scare off some men.

4. 04

   September 27, 2021 · 1h 5m

   Episode 4

   Medical student Alice gets together with Max, the self-styled 'Wolf of Wallington High Street'. Veteran house music groover Mark meets Alison - a call centre worker by day and raver by night.

5. 05

   October 4, 2021 · 1h 5m

   Episode 5

   Sexual health advisor Liza meets father-of-five Simon. Singer Saskia dates Luke the magician. And a car buff from Grimsby meets a self-confessed 'nerd' yet to fall in love.