The first episode of the British television series Dragons' Den was titled “Episode 1.”
The programme's launch episode introduced the pitch-room format to British viewers, with entrepreneurs seeking investment from a panel of businesspeople. Rather than using a dramatic subtitle, the early series listings used straightforward episode numbering, making “Episode 1” the canonical title recorded for the opening instalment.
That first episode is distinct from the programme's premiere date. Dragons' Den began broadcasting in the United Kingdom on 4 January 2005, while “Episode 1” is the title used for the episode itself. Listings for factual entertainment programmes often separate an episode title from a series or broadcast label, which can cause confusion when people search for the opening instalment.
The programme later became known for memorable entrepreneurs, negotiations, and repeat appearances by investors. However, those later stories should not be treated as the title of the debut episode. The simple numbered title is the relevant catalogue entry.