The Dating Game (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Series · ★ 4.6
Released in 1965, The Dating Game is a notable series.
What it’s about. The Dating Game is an ABC television show that first aired on December 20, 1965 and was the first of many shows created and packaged by Chuck Barris from the 1960s through the 1980s. ABC dropped the show on July 6, 1973, but it continued in syndication for another year as The New Dating Game. It was revived as follows: 1978–1980, 1986–1989 and 1996–1999. For years it was almost always aired in tandem with another Barris production, The Newlywed Game, which premiered on ABC the following year. The show was a forerunner of a number of other shows themed in the same style.
Who’s in it. The Dating Game stars Elaine Joyce, Chuck Woolery, Jim Lange and Bob Hilton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, The Dating Game has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dating Game page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dating Game (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dating Game change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Dating Game worth watching?
- The Dating Game holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Dating Game?
- The Dating Game stars Elaine Joyce, Chuck Woolery, Jim Lange, Bob Hilton and Johnny Jacobs.
- When was The Dating Game released?
- The Dating Game was released in 1965.