The Bachelor

Matt meets the 32 women who are vying for his affection before saying goodbye to eight of them at the rose ceremony.

Matt's adventurous first date with Bri triggers an emotional bombshell between the other jealous women; 18 women dress up for a wedding photo shoot for the group date.

Sarah is at the center of an emotional firestorm that envelops Matt and the other women as the rose ceremony continues; a group date offers the women a chance to write their own love scenes with Matt and read them to him.

Still reeling from Sarah's sudden departure, Matt fights his tendency to put up walls as his journey continues with the 18 remaining women vying for his heart; emotions continue to run high, leading to a clash between Victoria and Katie.

With a rose ceremony looming, Matt has a few tough conversations, making it clear to the house that toxic behavior won't fly; but not everyone takes that news to heart and one woman finds herself in an emotional spiral of denial. Later, the group date showcases Matt's country roots and reveals who is comfortable getting down and dirty. Two one-on-one dates lead to a shopping spree for one woman and a delicious home-cooked meal for the other.

Emotions run high as rivals come face-to-face, cocktail parties are called off, and a group date gets unexpectedly competitive; Pieper and Matt take a break from the drama with a romantic carnival date complete with a performance by Temecula Road.

With hometowns on the horizon, Matt and the remaining women all take a serious look at their potential future together, resulting in more than a few difficult decisions. Former cast member Heather Martin isn't the only source of drama during this jam-packed week that includes two one-on-one dates, a group date, two rose ceremonies and a performance by GRAMMY®-nominated artist Aloe Blacc. Don't blink or you may miss something.

It's time to meet the families! Though Matt and his final four won't be leaving the resort, their loved ones have safely arrived and are ready to get to know the man that has stolen these women's hearts. Over the course of four intense and emotional dates, there will be plenty of tough conversations, heartfelt moments and touching surprises. In the midst of all the thrills, Matt's ego may not be the only thing bruised along the way.

Fifteen women return to relive the romance and rehash the rivalries from their journeys to find love. Some may seek forgiveness while others take a stand, but everyone will have the opportunity to speak their piece, including the Bachelor himself, Matt James. Among other reunions, Serena P. and Matt will face each other for the first time since her emotional hometown date exit. This pre-taped special takes all the emotion and sprinkles in hilarious bloopers as well as an exclusive sneak peek at the remainder of the season.

It's time for fantasy suites! Matt and his three remaining women each enjoy romantic and perfectly tailored one-on-one dates, all of which lead to the big question: Are they ready to spend the night together? But before he can truly consider moving forward in a relationship, Matt must first address the one that has previously held him back. Will an honest conversation be enough to guide him on his quest to find love?

The two final women meet Matt's family and enjoy one last date before he hands out the final rose; a shocking last-minute development threatens to alter the course of Matt's entire journey.

On-air personality and bestselling author Emmanuel Acho hosts an emotional and impactful evening featuring touching reunions, heart-wrenching confrontations and powerful one-on-one talks with the final women as well as the Bachelor himself, Matt James. Plus, just when you thought the twists and turns were finished – a shocking announcement that will have Bachelor Nation talking.