The Bachelor: Season 23
Colton Underwood burst onto the scene during season 14 of “The Bachelorette.” It was his good looks, love for dogs and vulnerability that charmed not only Bachelorette Becca Kufrin, but all of Bachelor Nation. This former NFL player made a play for Becca’s heart but was sadly sent home after professing he had fallen in love. Now Colton is back and ready to capture hearts across America yet again when he returns for a
Season 23 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of The Bachelor Season 22.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Season overview
Colton Underwood burst onto the scene during season 14 of “The Bachelorette.” It was his good looks, love for dogs and vulnerability that charmed not only Bachelorette Becca Kufrin, but all of Bachelor Nation. This former NFL player made a play for Becca’s heart but was sadly sent home after professing he had fallen in love. Now Colton is back and ready to capture hearts across America yet again when he returns for another shot at love.
Episode Guide
Season 23 Progress Shield
Week 1: Season 23 Premiere
Jan 7, 2019 · 90 min
Chris Harrison and Colton talk marriage. Then Colton meets the 30 women vying for his heart.
Week 2
Jan 14, 2019 · 90 min
Eight of the women share personal stories with Colton and a live audience, with the guidance of Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman. Comic Billy Eichner oversees three challenging con
Week 3
Jan 21, 2019 · 90 min
Eight women perform in a pirate-themed dinner show. Elyse and Colton travel to San Diego. Actor Terry Crews and his wife, Rebecca King-Crews, coach bachelorettes training for a str
Week 4
Jan 28, 2019 · 90 min
The group travels to Singapore. Tayisha and Colton bungee jump. 13 women explore the city, visiting a leech therapy center and trying different foods. Colton takes Caelynn shopping
Week 5
Feb 4, 2019 · 90 min
The 13 determined women look to advance their individual love stories with the Bachelor as the group travels to Thailand, but one of Colton's biggest fears comes to fruition.
Week 6
Feb 11, 2019 · 90 min
The remaining bachelorettes travel to Vietnam's Cam Ranh coast. A group date at the historic Hai Thai Ancient House proves to be an adrenaline rush, and Colton's fear of picking so
Week 7
Feb 18, 2019 · 90 min
The seven remaining women join Colton in his hometown of Denver. Tayshia shares news that shakes Colton's world. Brett Young performs for Caelynn and Colton after their ski date.
Week 8
Feb 25, 2019 · 90 min
Colton joins the four remaining bachelorettes in their hometowns. After a devastating exit, three women look forward to the fantasy suites. Colton has a conversation with Chris Har
Week 9
Mar 4, 2019 · 90 min
Colton and the three remaining women travel to Portugal. The overnight dates give Colton the opportunity to spend intimate time with them in the fantasy suites away from the camera
The Women Tell All
Mar 5, 2019 · 90 min
Twenty women confront one another and Colton as they offer the lowdown on their quarrels and personal hostilities. This episode takes a look back at memorable breakdowns and breaku
Season Finale, Part 1
Mar 11, 2019 · 90 min
Devastated after Cassie's announcement, Colton takes off into the Portuguese night and considers ending his journey.
Season Finale, Part 2
Mar 12, 2019 · 90 min
Colton discusses the final days of his journey with Chris Harrison. Plus, Demi, Onyeka, Sydney, Jason Tartick and Chris Randone speculate on the season's conclusion.