In the world of dating, some encounters can quickly turn into cringe-worthy tales, leaving us wishing for an escape before the night even begins. Here are some hilariously disastrous dating mishaps that veered far from the path of romance:

1. Thank God It’s Over A Reddit user shared her nightmare date experience where her companion monopolized the conversation, complained incessantly, and displayed arrogance at a restaurant. Things escalated when he tried to force himself on her, leading to a swift exit and a stern text.
2. Making the Exit Another Reddit user recounted a date with a woman who ran up an exorbitant bill and remained glued to her phone throughout. Upon discreetly splitting the bill, he swiftly paid his share and left, avoiding further awkwardness.
3. A Kiss for Two At 18, a man was set up on a date with his roommate’s girlfriend’s cousin. The date brought along a massive stuffed rabbit for comfort during the movie and even requested a kiss for both her and the toy, leading to a quirky yet amusing experience.
4. Calling It Quits Set up on a blind date, a man endured an uncomfortable movie outing with his date’s family, culminating in his decision to leave mid-film and drive home instead.
5. A Baffling Request On a trip to the London Zoo, a woman’s date asked her to cover her own ticket while he used a two-for-one voucher, leaving her surprised and disappointed.
6. A Major Turn Off During dinner, a woman’s date accidentally revealed his wedding ring, leading her to promptly leave the table, too repulsed to continue the evening.
7. Where’s the Check? A man’s first date revealed she was engaged and dating to see if she might change her mind. He wasted no time in requesting the check and making a hasty exit.

In the unpredictable world of dating, sometimes the most memorable moments are the ones we’d rather forget.