19 Kids and Counting: Season 13
Season thirteen of the American reality television series 19 Kids and Counting began airing on April 1, 2014, and concluded on June 3, 2014. The season consisted of twelve regular episodes. Following the conclusion of the regular season, the network aired two special episodes on June 10, 2014, titled A Big Announcement and A Duggar Leaves Home. The series, which aired on the cable channel TLC, documents the lives of
Season 13 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- The series follows the lives of Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar and their nineteen children.
- All nineteen children in the Duggar family have names that begin with the letter J.
- The show originated in 2008 under the title 17 Kids and Counting before evolving into its current format.
- The program is an American reality television series that aired on the cable channel TLC.
Season overview
Season thirteen of the American reality television series 19 Kids and Counting began airing on April 1, 2014, and concluded on June 3, 2014. The season consisted of twelve regular episodes. Following the conclusion of the regular season, the network aired two special episodes on June 10, 2014, titled A Big Announcement and A Duggar Leaves Home. The series, which aired on the cable channel TLC, documents the lives of the Duggar family. The family unit is comprised of parents Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar and their nineteen children, consisting of nine girls and ten boys. A notable characteristic of the family is that all nineteen children have names beginning with the letter J. The series, which was originally titled 17 Kids and Counting when it premiered in 2008, underwent title changes as the family grew, eventually becoming 19 Kids and Counting. The program is categorized as reality, documentary, drama, and family television. The season finale, which aired on June 10, 2014, drew 1.59 million viewers, while the season premiere achieved a record-setting audience for the series during its Tuesday 9 o'clock time slot.
Episode Guide
Season 13 Progress Shield
A Duggar Says Yes
Apr 1, 2014 · 43 min
When Ben and Jessa's courtship becomes official, the Duggar boys put Ben to the test. Later, the tables are turned on Jessa when she visits Ben's hometown. The whole family reflect
Double Dating Duggars
Apr 8, 2014 · 21 min
When Jim Bob & Michelle take new couple, Jessa & Ben, out on a double date, they discuss the importance of boundaries. Anna builds a playhouse. Jill and her buddy group make the Du
19 Kids: Another Courtship?
Apr 8, 2014 · 21 min
Another courtship may be on the horizon! The kids plan a surprise for their parents. In DC, Anna has her hands full taking care of the two boys, and Mackynzie. Jim Bob and Michelle
Wedding Bells
Apr 15, 2014 · 43 min
Erin Bates is getting married! The Duggars travel to Tennessee to lend a hand. The girls help Erin with some last minute to-dos while the boys cook up some mischief. All eyes are o
Graduation & a Surprise
Apr 22, 2014 · 21 min
Josiah is graduating! Before the family can welcome 400 of their friends to celebrate, they must clean up a huge mess. Anna & Josh are preparing to host the entire clan for a holid
Duggars Reunited
Apr 29, 2014 · 21 min
The Duggars have arrived in DC! The older girls brave driving in DC to record their audiobook. Josie, Jordyn & Mackynzie celebrate their 4th birthday by making candy! Later, the fa
Going The Distance For Love
May 6, 2014 · 43 min
Jill and Jim Bob travel halfway around the world to see if Derick could be "the one." Back at home, Michelle spends some time with Jessa and checks in on her courtship with Ben. Wh
The Big Question
May 13, 2014 · 43 min
With a few days left in their trip, Jill & Jim Bob make the most of their time. While Jill volunteers at a birth center, Derick takes Jim Bob for a traditional Nepali shave. As the
Something New
May 20, 2014 · 21 min
Jessa and Jinger head to Ben's house, where his sisters teach Jessa how to cook his favorite meal. In DC, Josh & Anna, along with Jana and Joseph, embark on a skiing trip. Michelle
Couples’ Weekend
May 20, 2014 · 21 min
Jill & Jana assist at a birth as Jessa documents the day in pictures. Then, Jim Bob & Michelle visit a fertility doctor. Ben, Jessa, and chaperone Jinger head to DC to visit Josh &
A Toast To Love
May 27, 2014 · 43 min
Derick is finally home from Nepal, and the whole family has planned a super-sized welcome. Later, Michelle takes the courting couples on a triple date. And the kids surprise Jim Bo
The Proposal
Jun 3, 2014 · 43 min
While the girls are out promoting their new book, Derick takes the opportunity to do some secret planning back at home. After getting permission from Jim Bob to ask for Jill's hand
A Big Announcement
Jun 10, 2014 · 42 min
Take a hilarious and touching walk down memory lane with the Duggars and Cousin Amy as they share some of their favorite family events. And then Amy creates a brand-new memory when
A Duggar Leaves Home
Jun 17, 2014 · 43 min
Amy Duggar is headed to Nashville, y'all! With dreams of becoming a country music star, she along with her mom and Grandma are packing up their bags and heading for this music city