The Undateables Season 12 is yet to be announced by Channel 4

Japan aficionado Francesco, 20, from Bedfordshire, is looking for a girl who he can impress with his knowledge of the Land of the Rising Sun. Francesco is autistic and has never been on a date, but armed with his lucky cat figurine and his Japanese chat-up lines, he's hoping to finally embark on the path to romance. Twenty-two-year-old Alex from the West Midlands likes to stand out. He only ever wears brightly coloured clothes, as greys and blacks remind him of his uniform at school and the bullying he suffered there. When he's out and about Alex, who has Asperger's, exudes confidence - he DJs on local radio, and is a fixture at his local football club.

Thirty-one-year-old rock star Daniel from Brighton is seeing his music career take off. He's releasing a new album and playing sell-out gigs across the country. But his biggest hit so far has been finding true love with Lily. After a year of dating, Daniel, who has autism, and Lily, who has a learning disability, got engaged at Christmas. They've decided to move in together later in the year, but in the meantime they're getting some practice in by spending weekends as Mr and Mrs at Daniel's home. And James Bond fan Rhys from Swansea, who has autism, has got a new job and flat. All he's missing now is his very own Bond girl, so he's re-joined a dating agency in the hope of finding romance.

The show catches up with some familiar faces, including Leeds fan Ray, photographer Becky, and poet Shaine, who marks two years with his girlfriend on a special trip to London.

This episode features the romantic adventures of autistic film aficionado Tom, nurse Esther, who has a large birth mark on her face, and Thomas, a deaf sports science student.

Poetry lover Michael has spent years studying the literature of love but he's had precious few opportunities to try out his own romantic lines. Michael has Asperger's, a form of autism, and has been single for over 14 years. Dance teacher Tobi is fearless on the dance floor.

The cameras catch-up with charity worker Ray, who's celebrates his first anniversary with Christine. And plane spotter Jason and Luke from Hull resume their search for The One.

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.

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.

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.

Alex has been single since breaking up with his girlfriend a year and a half ago. Proud owner of a new sports car, the 24-year-old is ready to re-join the dating scene. But Alex, who's autistic, struggles to talk to new people, especially girls. He's hoping his date with Ellie, at the zoo, will accelerate him back into the fast lane of dating. Identical twin Jason is an airplane buff. The 25-year-old, who has Asperger's, longs to meet his own co-pilot, but has a tendency to rush into relationships too quickly. In a new career move, rugby player Tom, from Bridgend, has taken to the catwalk. But while his model looks mean he's not short of attention, the 28-year-old has Tourette's and Asperger's, which makes him shy when speaking to girls.

The love-seekers this time include Amber, who suffered a major stroke eight years ago. Having learned to walk and talk again, Amber's ready to find her Prince Charming. There's also Nick and Richard.

Trainee accountant and Bollywood fan Nisar has a stammer, grunge-lover Daniel has Asperger's and fashionista Fatmina has dwarfism

Rugby player Luke from Hull has Tourette's syndrome and finds it hard to control his physical and vocal tics. With a job as a chef, a degree in science and health, and a great set of friends, Luke believes finding a girlfriend is the final piece of the puzzle. Bookseller Sam from Cambridgeshire longs for the romance he reads about in novels. Sam has Asperger's. He is gay and finds the scene intimidating, but is ready to put himself out there. Photography graduate Becky from north London is a self-confessed romantic. Becky has scoliosis, a genetic condition that causes a curvature of the spine. Becky has never had a boyfriend, but is determined to do something about it.

Ray from North London is turning 54 and feeling the need for true love in his life. Ray, a charity worker, has a learning disability. With two serious relationships and many dates behind him, he feels it's now or never, so he's hoping a bespoke perfume will prove the winning cocktail to win over his new date Christine. The show also catches up with poet Shaine and Gemma, as they celebrate their first anniversary. Ghosthunter Lily, from Hampshire, has Williams syndrome, a rare genetic condition which can lead to learning disabilities. Lily is on the lookout for love again after a date that flopped last year. George, who once dreamed of being a professional footballer, until a car accident left him paralysed from the chest down, is five months into a relationship with Abi. But will the bashful duo reveal their true feelings for each other?

Over the last six years Richard, from Surrey, has been on several first dates and last year managed his first ever second date. Richard, who is autistic, gets anxious meeting women and doesn't want to travel more than five miles from his home. Now he has a new secret weapon to impress the ladies: he reveals that he is actually a Lord. So when Lord Richard meets Anna, who lives only just outside his five-mile radius, has he finally found a girlfriend? Postman Sam, from Surrey, has Asperger's, a form of autism, and he struggles to get beyond friendship with girls. But with his brother Harry - a fellow postie - on hand for dating advice, he's looking once more for a first class love match. Lizzie, from West Sussex, was determined to find true love before her 30th birthday. Lizzie's learning disability - where she struggles with reading and dealing with money - affects her confidence when dating. But she went on a blind date with Joseph and, for the first time, love blossomed.

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.

The dating hopefuls include Rhys, a 25-year-old autistic law graduate and James Bond fanatic from Swansea, and 22-year-old Joshua from Chichester, who is also autistic and can sometimes find social situations difficult. Twenty-two-year-old cooking enthusiast Kaia from Berkshire is profoundly deaf - can she win over the man of her dreams with her culinary skills?

Transport fanatic Jason from Shrewsbury is autistic and finds new people and situations stressful. Paralympic hopeful Souleyman is a winner on the running track, but he describes being an athlete as lonely. The sprinter has been gradually losing his sight since birth and one day he will be completely blind. His search for love is a race against the clock. Vlogger and writer Charley, from Hastings, has cerebral palsy and is bisexual. Single for the last four years, Charley longs to find love with the right person, male or female.

Catching up with familiar faces, including rugby player Tom, whose Tourette's and Asperger's leaves him short of dating confidence and singer-songwriter Daniel who is autistic.

Shaine, who has a learning disability, goes on a date with an old schoolfriend. And Alex, who's autistic, wants to celebrate his two year anniversary with Eloise in style.

Jamie, who has Asperger's, has his first date. Luke, who's autistic, uses his language skills to impress Alice. And Lizzie, who has a learning disability, dreams of finding love.

Talented musician, artist and all-round creative Eddie from Falmouth in Cornwall is looking for romance. But when it comes to going on a date he can be lost for words. Eddie is autistic, which can make him anxious and shy around girls he likes. Can Eddie overcome his dating demons when he meets Cassie? Lily, who's 18, loves ghosts, ghouls and all things supernatural. Lily was born with a rare genetic condition, Williams syndrome, which can result in a distinctive appearance and learning disabilities. Lily goes on a date at a haunted house with Josh. Champion shot-putter and javelin thrower Pani has achondroplasia, a common form of dwarfism. Pani goes on a date with Ellen.

The award-winning series returns with new singletons looking for love. In a world where first impressions are everything, finding love can be tricky - let alone when you have a disability, which can sometimes make it seem impossible. 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. Sam has Asperger's syndrome, a form of autism, which he feels makes dating awkward for him. Will Sam's date with 23-year-old Amy progress to his first ever second date? Ian, from Southend-on-Sea, is looking for the perfect partner to see the world with, but time is running out for the 38-year-old. At the age of 15 Ian was diagnosed with Usher Syndrome, a degenerative eye condition which means he is slowly losing his eyesight. Ian has just eight per cent of his vision left and has no idea when he will lose his sight completely.

Catching up with those previously featured on the show as they head down the aisle, or at least attempt to.

After following the journeys of several extraordinary singletons in the pursuit of love over the past five years, the show now looks at the ambitious few that are looking to cement their affections on romantic overseas adventures.

David has a learning disability which makes social situations awkward for himself. George is paralysed from the chest down and it's made him too nervous to ask a girl out.

James from Essex is looking for his first girlfriend in 10 years. Lucas has trouble meeting girls, but wants to conquer his fear of rejection. Tom tries to ask a girl out for the first time.

James has never been able to turn a first date into a relationship and believes his aspergers causes him to talk too much and this is why he can't find love. He hopes his date with Chloe may turn into a relationship.

Familiar faces from the dating show share their plans for the Christmas season, including rock singer Daniel, who is celebrating his first anniversary with fiancee Lily, and has prepared a special festive surprise. Elsewhere, Christine takes her boyfriend Ray on a Christmas trip to see his beloved Leeds United play. Less lucky in love are 21-year-old Fran from Milton Keynes and 45-year-old Richard from Surrey - but nevertheless, both are planning to return to the dating fray.

The Undateables returns, catching up with some familiar faces and following their extra special plans to spend the festive season with their loved ones. For some, love has blossomed. For others, it's still a case of waiting for Cupid to strike. As Lizzie and Joseph make plans to host their first ever Christmas party, Ray and Christine opt for a more intimate meal just for two. While Charlotte hopes that Santa will bring her a boyfriend, Richard, a self-confessed Scrooge, sees the advantages of being single at this time of year. And then there's Daniel. A year on from getting together with girlfriend Lily, Daniel's got a Christmas wish that only she can grant. But will Lily say yes?

The Undateables returns with some familiar faces sharing their extra special plans with loved ones for the festive season - from releasing a Christmas single, to delivering the seasonal post on time. Rock star Daniel from Brighton is busy planning the release of his latest single, while also dreaming of a girlfriend for Christmas and beyond. In Bournemouth, poet Shaine is getting in the mistletoe, in anticipation of that first ever kiss with his girlfriend Gemma. Ray, a charity worker from north London, will be spending Christmas with his new girlfriend, Christine. Ray plans a romantic date, including a festive horse and carriage ride around Richmond Park. Richard, or Lord Richard as he now prefers to be known, is planning a festive card for the new significant lady in his life - Anna. And postman Sam, from Surrey, hopes that a romantic date at Bath Christmas Market will prove the right setting for him to ask Francesca if she'll be his girlfriend.