Blind Date Set for Bold Return on Disney+ — But Is It Still the Same Show?

Disney+ is reviving the classic dating format Blind Date, originally beloved in the 1980s and ’90s, but this time with a serious twist.

Hailed as the “ultimate dating series,” the 10-part show will kick off filming later this year and is expected to drop in 2026, marking a 40th anniversary reboot .

While familiar elements remain—think the legendary sliding wall and the quest for a wedding prize—the reboot adds a modern edge. Contestants will live together over the summer, with new suitors potentially entering behind the wall, shifting it closer to Love Island or Married at First Sight territory.

Disney+ has reportedly tapped leading UK female presenters to host—names like Claudia Winkleman, Holly Willoughby or Davina McCall are under consideration. No one’s confirmed yet, but insiders say producers want that iconic energy to bridge nostalgia and new format vibes.

Critics are already divided. Some welcome the fresh take, believing it’ll resonate with streaming audiences. Others ask: with cohabitation, modern drama, and a love-island twist, does it still feel like Blind Date? Whether it’s a nostalgic revival or a reality overhaul, Disney+ is betting this fresh take will win a new generation.