About this season
Fred from First Dates invites single people to his very own summer season of love at a luxury hotel in the south of France
Episodes (6)
1. Episode 1
Aired 5 September 2019 • 60 min
Maitre-d Fred Sirieix returns to the luxury hotel, where he and his matchmakers welcome singletons from across the UK. First to nab a poolside lounger is royal family-obsessed perfumer Perry, who's already turning heads in some natty gold trunks. He's on the scent for a man who can get the seal of approval from his beloved mum and dog Dolly. His match is 43-year-old art dealer Naveed, whose pre-date nerves could be his undoing. Single dad and builder Richard is trying to find someone he can resonate with on a spiritual level. Heartbroken after the breakup of his marriage, he's checked in hoping to restore his faith in love
2. Episode 2
Aired 12 September 2019 • 60 min
Another group of singletons check in to the luxury hotel. They include radio station manager Paul and cruise ship dancer Anna, who find an instant connection - only for their budding romance to be threatened by a secret that Paul is reluctant to reveal. Meanwhile, fun-loving lawyer Lianne is paired with fellow legal eagle Sia, who is looking for his first girlfriend - and it soon become clear there's a definite spark between the pair - while philosophy student Finn has primary school teacher Georgia firmly in his sights. The only problem is, these two are destined to be matched up with other dates.
3. Episode 3
Aired 19 September 2019 • 60 min
Among the guests is 83-year-old Dorit, a former international jazz singer, who's seeking a 'grey-haired stud'. Plus: the resolution to the previous episode's love triangle.
4. Episode 4
Aired 26 September 2019 • 60 min
Single mum and hairdresser Amie has a heaven-sent date with Jesus lookalike Kurt, restaurant salesman Matt hopes to seal a deal with romance, and part-time actor Simon seeks his leading man
5. Episode 5
Aired 3 October 2019 • 60 min
Blue heart-throb and actor Duncan James entrusts Fred Sirieix with his first-ever public date as an out gay man. And single mum Jessica meets sweet-natured ex-soldier Dean.
6. Celebrity Special for SU2C
Aired 10 October 2019 • 60 min