NaN/100 votes#1 - The 4 C’s: Carat, Clarity, Carlin & Courtship
Season 7 Episode 1 - Aired 1/4/2018
Love is in the air for the Bates Girls! But which daughter is next in line to tie the knot? And will Gil be able to “let go” of his not so little girls? Now that Evan has the green light to officially court Carlin, he puts his “courtship proposal” plan in motion. Will Carlin get “clued in” to Evan’s big surprise for her? And before Bobby moves to TN, he makes a pitstop at a jewelry store in Florida. Meanwhile, it’s a milestone Birthday for Josie. She’s turning 18 and the entire Bates family, including Alyssa and Michaella, are in TN for her surprise party! Will suitor Kelton be on hand when she makes a wish? And later, the Bates have their first official church service in their new congregation space!
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#2 - Decorating Dilemmas and Job Decisions
Season 7 Episode 2 - Aired 1/11/2018
Michaella and Brandon have moved out of their tiny one bedroom apartment and into a new rental house, so Kelly Jo and Erin pay the young couple a visit and lend a hand with decorating their new space. But will the ladies be able to to settle on a design style that will appease Michaella AND Brandon? Back in Rocky Top, Chad’s decided to leave his job at the scrapyard and has offered up his position to Bobby. But after spending the day shadowing Chad at work, will Bobby be the right fit for the position? After work, Bobby meets up with Tori for an ice cream date and to discuss their future together. And back in Chicago, Kelly Jo, Erin, Michaela and Brandon hit up a bowling alley and engage in some friendly competition!
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#3 - Bobby's Happy Camper
Season 7 Episode 3 - Aired 1/18/2018
Bobby’s finally making the big move to Rocky Top so he can be closer to Tori. Before he touches down in TN, he stops by a Florida jewelry store to pick up Tori’s engagement ring. But when will Bobby actually “pop the question” to his true love? Meanwhile, Tori and a few of her siblings attempt to cozy up the camper before Bobby moves in, but will plumbing issues put a damper on his move in date? And later, Bobby’s parents visit the Bates family home for the very first time.
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#4 - SUN Day, Fun Day!
Season 7 Episode 4 - Aired Unknown
A Total Eclipse is headed directly over Rocky Top, TN! So before the big event, Brandon gives the Bates kids an interactive science lesson, demonstrating how the moon blocks the sun during an eclipse. And later, the Bates family gather together at a pool party for some fun in the sun and to marvel at the dark sky above, caused by the Eclipse. And before Michaella and Brandon head back home to Chicago, they meet up with Dr. Vick for a consultation, as they continue to search for answers about their infertility struggles.
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#5 - Erin’s Surprise Takes the Cake!
Season 7 Episode 5 - Aired Unknown
It’s a sweet surprise, as Erin reveals to her husband Chad some very unexpected news. And later, Whitney balances motherhood, with her new career as a Realtor. At the office, Whitney gets advice from her new boss and walks away with a parting gift that puts a smile on her face! Back at the Bates House, Trace practices basketball drills with his college buddies. But will a negative attitude halt his chances of making a spot on the college basketball team? Meanwhile, Erin bakes a cake with her younger sisters and lets them in on a secret! How will the girls react when they realize they’re the first Bates family members to know some very big news?
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#6 - The Best is Yet to Come
Season 7 Episode 6 - Aired Unknown
It’s been love at first sight for Tori and Bobby, but ever since Bobby moved to TN, Tori has been eager for him to “pop the question!” While an engagement ring might be burning a hole in Bobby’s pocket, he still needs to come up with the perfect proposal plan, so he turns to Gil and Kelly Jo for advice. And later, when Bobby, Kelton and Evan take their leading ladies out on a special triple date, will the romantic setting inspire Bobby to get down on one knee? Or will he come up with an even bigger surprise moment to ask for Tori’s hand in marriage?
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#7 - Bates Sports Special
Season 7 Episode 7 - Aired Unknown
It’s the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat in this episode which highlights the best Bates sports moments. Whether on land, sea or snow, see the Bates as they hit, shoot, tackle, score, wipe-out and take the prize in this compilation of their best (and worst) athletic achievements.
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#8 - Fan Favorite Clips
Season 7 Episode 8 - Aired Unknown
We’re counting down the Top 25 Most Viewed Bates Clips from UPtv.com that have never before been seen on TV! Will your favorite clip make the list?
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#9 - Save the Date and Decisions to Make!
Season 7 Episode 9 - Aired Unknown
Now that Tori and Bobby are officially engaged, they’re hoping they can move up their wedding date, but can they convince Gil and Kelly Jo that this is a wise decision? And later, the Bates brothers head out for Nathan’s annual “guys only” lake Birthday party, where they hit the water for some fun in the sun! Meanwhile, Kelly Jo and Tori are in full wedding planning mode and first priority is finding Tori a wedding dress! After a consultation with a wedding dress designer, will Tori be convinced that a customized dress is the best fit for her plans?
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#10 - Icing on the Cakes
Season 7 Episode 10 - Aired Unknown
Kelly Jo has assembled a wedding planning team for Tori and Bobby’s nuptials and now it’s time to scout the venue! While Tori desires a winter wonderland themed wedding, will her indecision on the details prevent Kelly Jo from checking things off her To Do List? Meanwhile, Lawson, Nathan and Trace spend some time at the ranch, catching up and riding horses. And later, Isaiah celebrates his 13th Birthday with an epic laser-tag Battle in the Bates’ Backyard. Always a competition, will the Birthday boy end up on the winning team?
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#11 - Big Decision, Bigger Opinions
Season 7 Episode 11 - Aired Unknown
Before Kelly Jo and the girls head to Kentucky for Tori’s wedding dress fitting, the entire family, including Michaella and Alyssa, gather for a festive family picnic! But when Gil discovers some mysterious envelopes, the topic of conversation turns to which sibling might have some surprise news? And later, Kelly Jo, Tori and her sisters meet up at Renee’s Bridal shop to try on customized bridesmaid and wedding dresses. But having several sisters means hearing several different opinions. After trying on three distinct wedding dress styles, will Tori find her dream dress or will her indecisiveness get the best of her?
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#12 - Fixin’ for New Beginnings
Season 7 Episode 12 - Aired Unknown
The Bates and Paines are ready to renovate! Now that Chad’s started a new job as a Subcontractor, he’s been assigned to work on a “Fixer Upper.” Can he impress his boss with his skills? And will Erin’s interior decorating input help with “flipping” the property? Meanwhile, Zach and Whitney have made the decision to buy a home that needs some work. After closing on a property, the renovation adventures begin! But juggling two toddlers, hectic work schedules and a home improvement project have them working overtime. Will this dream project turn disastrous?
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#13 - Can You Have a Wedding Shower Without the Bride & Groom?
Season 7 Episode 13 - Aired Unknown
Before Tori “Ties the Knot” to Bobby, Gil takes her out for special father/daughter outing. Will Gil be able to hold back the tears, as they take a walk down memory lane? Meanwhile, now that Josie is working toward her Cosmetology license, Whitney takes Kaci Lynn to her aunt for her very first hair cut! Later, Michaella and Brandon meet up with Erin and Whitney to help decorate for Tori and Bobby’s wedding shower. But as a crowd gathers for the festivities, there’s no sign of Tori and Bobby. Will this be a Bride and Groom-less shower?
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#14 - Beach Blanket Bachelorette!
Season 7 Episode 14 - Aired Unknown
Now that Tori has a ring on her finger, Kelly Jo and her sisters have planned a Bachelorette Beach getaway for the Bride to Be! After arriving in Florida, the ladies head out for some fun in the sun and girl talk! Will Tori be “all ears” when her married sisters give her some advice on what to expect when she starts a new life with Bobby? Back in Tennessee, Bobby recruits some of the younger Bates boys to help him move out of the camper and into a new apartment. And later, it’s Go-Kart racing time! With the girls away, Gil, Bobby, Kelton, Lawson and Nathan decide to have a little fun of their own at an indoor speedway. As the competition heats up, things get out of control!
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#15 - Another Beautiful Season of Blessings
Season 7 Episode 15 - Aired Unknown
The Bates head to South Carolina for their annual Thanksgiving tradition with Papa Bill and Mama Jane, and even Carlin and Josie’s boyfriends are on hand for the festivities on the farm! Now that Evan and Carlin are officially courting, will Josie and Kelton gather the courage to ask Gil and Kelly Jo’s permission to “officially court” during the trip? Meanwhile, Papa Bill recruits all the young men to help him finish building a barn, and Mama Jane enlists the help of Kelly Jo, Alyssa, Whitney, Carlin and the kids to help pick pecans and bake brownies. And Thanksgiving wouldn’t be complete without Mama Jane’s home cooked supper, where the family gathers around the table and gives thanks.
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#16 - Countdown to ‘I Do’
Season 7 Episode 16 - Aired Unknown
The Countdown has begun! Before Tori and Bobby say, “I Do,” there’s a million things left to do! Tori has her final wedding dress fitting and she sits down with Carlin to come up with a hairstyle for her special day! Meanwhile, Gil, Nathan, and the middle boys get to work on cutting and trimming trees for Tori and Bobby’s “winter wonderland” wedding decor. Will the boys’ lack of progress put Kelly Jo in a panic? Meanwhile, with Baby #3 on the way, the Paines take a family trip to the Doctor for Erin’s ultrasound. Last, in honor of their 30th anniversary, Gil and Kelly Jo have a memorable date night and attend Lawson’s Charity Christmas concert. But when Nathan jumps up on stage unannounced, the family’s in for an unexpected surprise!
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#17 - Tori’s Winter Wonderland Wedding
Season 7 Episode 17 - Aired Unknown
It’s a very “Marry” Christmas for the Bates as Tori and Bobby’s wedding day is here! The family hustles to take care of last minute “Winter Wonderland” wedding decorations, Tori and Bobby begin to prep for their California honeymoon, and the rehearsal dinner the night before becomes a bit chaotic when you have a bridal party this large! When the big day finally arrives, everyone is full of emotion, especially Gil as he prepares to give another daughter away. And once the vows are exchanged, it’s time for the couple’s first kiss! Will it be everything they’ve been waiting for? And with any Bates wedding, you have to wonder, who’s next?
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#18 - The Bates Get Candid
Season 7 Episode 18 - Aired Unknown
In this new special, hear from the Bates family as they speak for the first time about their experience shooting the show. They’ll look back and reflect on seven seasons, share funny stories from “Behind the Scenes” and discuss how being on TV has impacted their lives and those of others.
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#19 - Mother’s Day Special – UPdated!
Season 7 Episode 19 - Aired Unknown
This year, Mother’s Day with the Bates is a whole lot bigger and a whole lot more fun! Join the family for the most motherly moments throughout the series as we celebrate some of favorite moms; Kelly Jo, Whitney, Erin and Alyssa; updated with new content!
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#20 - The Bates Royal Wedding Celebration!
Season 7 Episode 20 - Aired Unknown
With 5 weddings under their belt, if the Bates know one thing, it’s weddings! See all the great moments of weddings past – including never before seen footage – from proposals to rings to dresses, and that great moment when they say, “I Do!”
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#21 - A Heavenly Honeymoon & A Courtship Countdown!
Season 7 Episode 21 - Aired Unknown
After a picture-perfect wedding ceremony, Tori and Bobby head out for their Honeymoon. Upon arriving in California, the newlyweds take a romantic drive along the Pacific Coast Highway and set sail for a picturesque boat ride on the Monterey Bay. But after Tori has a video chat with her Mom and Dad, will she feel homesick for TN? Meanwhile, the courtship countdown is on! Now that Gil and Kelly Jo have granted Kelton permission to officially ask Josie to Court, he begins to put his plan in motion. After taking Josie on a scenic tram ride and ice skating adventure in Gatlinburg, TN, will Kelton finally take a leap of faith and ask her the “Big Question?” And later, Tori and Bobby continue their Honeymoon adventures in Yosemite National Park.
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#22 - Eye Love You Day!
Season 7 Episode 22 - Aired Unknown
Tori and Bobby’s wedding might be behind them, but Kelly Jo isn’t slowing down! She’s finally getting eye surgery to correct her vision. But how will the Bates household hold up while she’s in recovery mode? Meanwhile, tis the season for love, as the family preps for this year’s “I Love You Day” festivities. Will the “growing old together” theme lead to some unexpected costumes? And will the single Bates boys finally secure a seat at the table for the couples’ dinner?
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#23 - Seas the Day!
Season 7 Episode 23 - Aired Unknown
Now that many of the older Bates girls have moved out of the house, it’s Carlin’s turn to take on new household responsibilities, including tutoring her younger siblings. But how will the Bates kids respond to Carlin’s new rules? Later, Gil and the family head to Myrtle Beach, SC so the kids can meet Mama Jane’s side of the family for the first time. The adventure begins with lunch at a seafood restaurant, but can he convince the Bates kids to try seafood for the very first time? And despite the cold weather, the family enjoys some bonding time on the beach, including a morning exercise stroll with Mama Jane and her sisters and some football time on the sand. But during the game, will Carlin lure Evan away from the guys, to pose for some “engagement worthy” photos?
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#24 - Hit the Road Jack!
Season 7 Episode 24 - Aired 7/5/2018
To celebrate his “Sweet 16,” Jackson heads to the DMV to take his Driver’s Test. But will he walk out with a license in hand? Meanwhile, Erin and Chad Paine prepare for the arrival of Baby #3, Everly Hope. As they decorate the baby’s room, they discuss their growing family. And now that Jackson’s becoming a young adult, he meets up with his big brother Zach for advice on his future. And later, Trace gets a flying lesson from his brother Nathan. But before he jumps in the cockpit, will the nerves get the best of him?
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#25 - Lions, and Tigers, and Bates, Oh My!
Season 7 Episode 25 - Aired 7/12/2018
Now that Michaella and Brandon have more spacious digs, it’s Addee, Ellie and Callie’s turn to visit their big sis in Chicago! Michaella gives the girls their first sewing lesson and they enjoy some bonding time while painting ceramics at a pottery studio and visiting one of Michaela’s favorite places in Chicago – the zoo. Meanwhile back home, Gil spends some quality time with Jud and Jeb by making a seesaw, while Tori and Bobby ponder their upcoming move to Nashville with mixed emotions.
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The Best Episodes of Bringing Up Bates Season 7
Every episode of Bringing Up Bates Season 7 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Bringing Up Bates Season 7!
Twenty-seven years ago Gil and Kelly Jo Bates tied the knot with no plans to have kids. Fast forward 19 kids later and this tight-knit...
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Season 7 Ratings Summary
"The 4 C’s: Carat, Clarity, Carlin & Courtship" is the best rated episode of "Bringing Up Bates" season 7. It scored N/A/10 based on 0 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 1/4/2018. This episode is rated NaN points higher than the second-best, "Decorating Dilemmas and Job Decisions".