Original title
The Undateables
Released
4/3/2012
Origin country
GB
Genre
Comedy, Documentary
Production companies
Betty TV
Status
Returning series
Number of seasons
12
Number of episodes
55
Follow single people with disabilities as they sign up to a dating agency in order to find a partner.
The first episode features Richard, an amateur radio enthusiast, who has Asperger's. Richard will only date a woman who lives within a five-mile radius, and won't eat on a date. Meanwhile, 23-year old Luke is a stand-up comedian who has Tourette's. He's got an active social life and a good group of friends, but in a world where first impressions are everything, he's petrified of approaching a girl for fear of calling her a slag - or worse. How will Luke cope when he meets Lucy, a part-time receptionist, who's never known anyone with Tourette's before? Trainee teacher Penny, 23, has a genetic disorder that means her bones are extremely brittle. She's never been on a date before, and is worried about getting left behind. Penny is three feet three inches tall. Her ideal man is a 6 foot tall policeman.
The cameras follow Shaine from Bournemouth. He is a prolific amateur poet who suffers with a learning disability and desperate to find love. Carolyne is a bubbly 29-year-old from Greater Manchester who is fed up with always meeting the wrong guy. She woke up five years ago after going to bed paralysed from the chest down after a weak blood vessel burst in her spinal cord. The cameras follow her after she meets a man called Wayne.
The cameras follow media student Sam from Kent who is suffering with Down's Syndrome. The 27-year-old has appeared in the television shows The Inbetweeners and EastEnders and has a supportive family life, but wants to find a girlfriend. The cameras also follow Kali, a 20-year-old singer from south London, has William's Syndrome who is desperate to find love.
Twenty-six-year-old Michael is determined to find someone to love, but is struggling to hold down a relationship. Despite having had 17 girlfriends in the past, some of whom lasted only a few days, his autism means that even holding a conversation with a girl can be a huge challenge. He goes to a speed-dating evening and then, after a pep talk from his mum, he pulls out all the stops on a blind date with Helen. Twenty-one-year-old Brent, from Plymouth, has been single for nearly a year since coming out of a long-term relationship. Meeting girls can be hard when he doesn't know what might come out of his mouth on a date. Brent's Tourette's syndrome includes shouting, swearing and involuntary movements, but dating can help with his condition. He goes on a date with Lizzie and they then go snow-boarding. Sarah from Hertfordshire was 18 when she suffered a stroke during an English lesson.
Extreme sports enthusiast 34-year-old Samantha has it all - amazing friends, a beautiful home, and even a PhD in psychology. The only thing eluding her is love. Attractive, articulate and bright, Sam should be fending off suitors, but Sam has achondroplasia, the most common type of dwarfism, and being 3 foot 10 tends to attract all the wrong kind of attention. She's looking for someone as gutsy as she is - will James from New Zealand rise to the challenge, or is rocker Colin more her type? Ray is 49; an office-worker who has a learning disability, Ray's heart was broken three years ago when his fiancee Lolita left him. He's decided it's time to meet someone new, even though moving on means finding love through the dating agency that Lolita runs. But Lolita is feeling emotional about Ray's return to the dating game and thinks she might want him back. Thirty-year-old Steve is worried that his facial disfigurement - Crouzon Syndrome - may put off potential girlfriends.
This time the Undateables include Kate, an incurable romantic, and Damian, whose dream date is a moonlit picnic in the park. Amateur poet Kate is 29-years-old and has Down's Syndrome. When not working, Kate writes verse or watches rom coms. She dreams of finding her perfect man and future husband. Having been single for nine years, Kate decides that it's time to turn to dating agency Stars in the Sky for help. The agency sets her up on a blind date with 32-year-old year old Simon, and they visit a maze in Ross-on-Wye. The date goes well, and they arrange to meet for a second time. Damian has albinism and must spend much of his time indoors. He has been single for four years. Oliver is an artist who paints romantic scenes of his own imaginary love life. Diagnosed with autism when he was two years old, he often finds social situations difficult. When Oliver meets Amy at a disco, they decide to go on a date together and he ends up plucking up the courage to ask her to be his girlfriend.
Heather has severe OCD. Gareth has brittle bones and has broken his legs over 150 times. Matthew has autism. Can the three of them find partners? Thirty-eight-year-old Heather's OCD means she cannot have any physical contact due to her fear of contamination by people's germs and hasn't invited anyone into her home for years. Heather also has Asperger's, making things such as eye-contact very hard for her. Heather goes on her first date in three years, with Peter. Twenty-eight-year-old Gareth has osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) which makes his bones extremely brittle. He has broken his legs more than 150 times in his life, and uses a wheelchair. 'I just don't want to die a 40-year-old virgin', he says. Gareth takes Beth on a date to a seafront restaurant, but will they hit it off? Matthew is 20 years old and is a student at a college in Milton Keynes. He is keen on karate and indie music. Despite a busy and fulfilling life, Matthew has autism and has never had a girlfriend
This episode revisits Richard, an amateur radio enthusiast with Asperger's, and comedian Luke, who has Tourette's. There's also 32-year-old Shaine from Bournemouth, a prolific amateur poet with a learning disability who's written over 3000 love poems, some for complete strangers. Sam, from Kent, is a media student and actor with Down's syndrome who's appeared in The Inbetweeners and EastEnders. Last year, having never been on a date before, Sam fell in love with 28-year-old Jolene and, seven months on, the romance is still going strong
Mary is a 44-year-old mature student with achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism. Daniel has autism and has been single for two years. Nursery nurse Hayley has never had a serious relationship. Hayley has Apert syndrome, a rare genetic condition which is characterised by malformations of the face, hands and feet. Hayley is determined to find her Mr Right. Could it be council worker Chris? Full of energy and with an action-packed life, Mary represented Team GB in the Dwarf Games, winning four gold medals. But Mary has never truly been in love. However, there is one man in her life who is a constant, her 16-year-old son Reece, who also has dwarfism
The dates this time include John, who hopes to put his Asperger's to one side and meet his first ever girlfriend. There's also bisexual jazz singer Ruth, and the incurably romantic Zoe. Twenty-one-year-old John has Asperger syndrome, which, for him, means he struggles to understand how relationships work and makes him prone to anxiety. But if meeting the women from the dating agency makes him panic, how will he cope on an actual date? Ruth is a 27-year-old jazz singer from north London. Charismatic and talented, she's looking for someone to form a meaningful relationship with, but her Tourette's syndrome can make dating tricky
This episode catches up some memorable daters from previous episodes, including incurable romantic Kate has always dreamed of meeting her future husband. Last year Kate turned to a dating agency for help, and was set up on a blind date with Simon. Twelve months later and Kate and Simon are still going strong. Twenty-seven-year-old Michael has recently hooked-up with Jennifer, who he's known her for several years, though they've never dated before. But Michael's autism makes it hard for him to understand the rules of dating and he has a habit of rushing things. Ray is a 50-year-old office training manager with a learning disability. When Ray met Jeanette, cupid struck, and the couple are still together. Last time around Brent had just broken up with his childhood sweetheart, but his Tourette's syndrome made it hard to go on dates
This episode catches up with some memorable daters, including actor Sam, romantic poet Shaine, Richard, who has Asperger's, and self-confessed flirt and local hero Justin, from Rugby. Previously, part time actor Sam, who has Down syndrome, started a relationship with Jolene, but this ended and now he's re-entering the world of dating. Shaine hopes his dreams of finding true love can be realised at a poetry class. Richard meets 35-year-old charity shop worker Lorien. And Justin, who has neurofibromatosis, a rare condition which causes nerve tissues to grow tumors, goes on his first ever speed-dating event
Return of the documentary following people with a range of restrictive conditions as they search for romance. Alex, 21, is extremely nervous around new people because of his autism, and has never been on a date. Passionate about fast cars, he decides to take Eloise to a race at Brands Hatch. Professional artist's model Matthew, 31, feels his stammer has hindered his success in love, while 27-year-old Daniella has Apert syndrome, a rare genetic condition that means she was born with the bones in her hands, feet and skull fused together. Could her first-ever date lead to a relationship?
The experiences of 35-year-old Tim, who has a mild learning disability and has wanted to marry for many years. When he meets Laura, 27, will he reveal he's already planned every detail of his wedding day? Essex boy Ali has achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism, and at 4ft 2, the 22-year-old is used to being the centre of attention on a night out, yet has never had a girlfriend. When he meets Kirsty, his nerves threaten to get the better of him and ruin the date. Finally, 27-year-old raver Alec has Saethre-Chotzen syndrome, a rare genetic condition characterised by the fusion of cranial features. Too nervous to approach girls himself, he turns to a dating agency for help and before long plans are made for him to meet research scientist Charlie.
Richard, who has Asperger syndrome, has high hopes for his posh afternoon tea at a five star hotel with Tammy, while Chris, paralysed from the chest down, longs to find lasting love
The show catches up with Ruth, Daniel and Michael as they continue their quest to find love. Daniel, who has autism, goes on a bowling date with Charley, and Ruth meets comedian Nathalie
This special episode follows some success stories from previous shows, as Brent and Steve plan to pop the question to their girlfriends and Carolyne prepares to become a mum
Student James is funny, ambitious and excels at his studies, but when it comes to finding love he has never had much luck. James has Asperger's and believes his problem is that he talks too much. Will his date with 24-year-old Chloe lead to romance?
Football and EastEnders fan James from Essex, who has a learning disability, has not had a girlfriend in over ten years. Lucas from Leicester is a daredevil when it comes to sports, but not so much with meeting girls.
23-year-old footballer George had a near fatal car accident that left him paralysed from the chest down. George now wants a girlfriend, but since his accident he's been too nervous to ask anyone out. Will his charm win the heart of Nathalie?
A catch-up with contributors featured in previous series as they continue their quest to find love. Featuring Ruth, who has Tourette's and dates budding comedienne Nathalie.
A year ago, Steve, who has Crouzon Syndrome, proposed to Vicky. Now, their wedding is only weeks away and Steve has to overcome his fear of being seen in order to face 150 people.
Postman Sam, 23, from Camberley in Surrey, is a well-known face on his rounds, but while he may be a pro at delivering the mail he hasn't had as much success delivering chat up lines.
Talented musician, artist and all-round creative Eddie from Falmouth in Cornwall is looking for romance. Eddie is autistic, which can make him anxious and shy around girls he likes. Can he overcome his dating demons when he meets Cassie?
Jamie, 22, from Somerset, has never had a girlfriend or been on a date and is baffled when it comes to matters of the heart. Jamie has Asperger syndrome, and struggles to understand anything that isn't logical, especially the rules of courtship.
A poet has spent years looking for his muse, but his learning disability sometimes leaves him lost for words; a car fanatic with autism is about to have a special second anniversary and a Leeds United fan is at the final stop in his quest for love.
Richard, who is 42 and autistic, has been on several first dates but has never managed to get a second. He pushes himself out of his five-mile comfort zone to meet Lucy, who's 45.
The award-winning series returns with new singletons looking for love, including transport fanatic Jason from Shrewsbury who is autistic and finds new people and situations stressful.
New singletons are looking for love, including James Bond fanatic Rhys, who is autistic and struggles to read signals, and 22-year-old Joshua who is a keen gardener and finds social situations difficult.
Movie fan Sam, who is autistic, looks for his leading lady. Katy, who has Tourette's, seeks a man who accepts her for who she is. And Donovan is looking to bag a second date.
Richard is 43 and autistic and last year managed his first-ever second date. Can he now build on this success with Anna? There is also postman Sam from Surrey, who has a form of autism, and struggles to get beyond friendship with girls.
Poet Shaine and Gemma celebrate their first anniversary, while ghost hunter Lily and charity worker Ray are looking for love again.
Rock star Daniel is dreaming of a girlfriend for Christmas. Poet Shaine is getting in the mistletoe. Ray plans a romantic date. And postman Sam plans to ask Francesca if she'll be his girlfriend.
The award-winning show returns with more singles looking for love, including rugby player Luke from Hull who has a Tourette's syndrome and finds it hard to control his physical and vocal tics.
Trainee accountant and Bollywood fan Nisar has a stammer, which he believes has got in the way of dating. Now, however, he feels the time is right to face his fear of talking to girls and find his leading lady.
The love-seekers include 27-year-old Amber, who suffered a major stroke eight years ago. Having learned to walk and talk again, Amber's ready to find her Prince Charming.
Three singletons with challenging conditions look for love. Airplane buff Jason, who has Asperger's syndrome, joins rugby player Tom and proud sports car owner Alex as they each pursue romance.
James from Hampshire isn’t short of female attention and has a full repertoire of chat-up lines. James has Down’s syndrome. He lives independently in his bachelor pad as he’s yet to meet the woman of his dreams. Film buff Charlotte from Lincolnshire is ‘a sucker for romance’. Charlotte has Asperger’s. She’s just moved back home after finishing her degree and plans to start dating in a bid to find her perfect match. Mitch from Southampton has only ever had one proper boyfriend. He might be stylish and confident in his appearance, but when it comes to getting out there and meeting Mr Right, he’s not so self-assured. Mitch, who’s 24, was born deaf and relies on lip reading, which can make dating complicated.
Rory has Asperger’s and hopes to meet a girl who shares his love of horror films. Roland wants a leading lady to serenade. And animal lover Molly seeks a soulmate.
Three singletons go looking for love: personal trainer Jordan, who suffers from speech problems; vlogger Paige, who has cerebral palsy; and basketball player Sam from Shropshire.
The show catches-up with three familiar faces, charity worker Ray, who celebrates his first anniversary with Christine. Also, plane spotter Jason and Luke from Hull resume their search for The One.
It's almost Christmas and some familiar faces have big plans. Lizzie and Joseph host their first festive party and Daniel has a special wish that only his girlfriend Lily can make come true.
Michael is a poetry lover. Tobi is a bold dance teacher. Emily is a tennis player and fashionista. Can the three of them find romance?
This episode features the romantic adventures of autistic film aficionado Tom, nurse Esther, who has a large birthmark on her face, and Thomas, a deaf Sports Science student.
A catch up with some familiar faces, including Leeds fan Ray, photographer Becky, James, who's back dating, and poet Shaine, who marks two years with his girlfriend on a special trip to London.
Rock star Daniel's career has taken off, but his biggest hit has been finding love with Lily. And James Bond fan Rhys has joined a dating agency, hoping to find romance.
Featuring Japan aficionado Francesco, who has never been on a date, 54-year-old Feron, and Alex, who dresses loudly to stand out from the crowd. All are hoping they will find romance.
A festive show featuring much loved familiar faces sharing their special plans for the most wonderful time of the year, including rock singer Dan, and massive Leeds fan Ray from London
Nicholas is struggling to find love, Robbie Williams superfan Sam is looking for his own 'angel' to sing to and Shantae dreams of meeting a religious family guy.
Sam, who's never had a date, is looking for love, Jodie is looking for someone to explore the world with and Hannah, who plays ice hockey for Team GB, is looking for an action man.
Rory is determined to find love again, Lily is on a mission to find the one, Jordan takes his girlfriend away on a surprise weekend, and Nicholas is back for his second date.
Charlotte's looking for her life partner, Richard is desperate to find Mrs Right, Alex is back to find that special someone, and Sam is happier than ever now that he's engaged.
Fine Art student Michael expresses his emotions through his work, but there is still one he's yet to paint - love. And showgirl Zena is looking for someone to settle down with.
2 Short Episodes aired alongside
Some familiar faces from The Undateables explain what the series has taught them about love
A guide to navigating the tricky world of dating from some of The Undateables
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