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The Best Episodes of The Bachelor

Every episode of The Bachelor ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Bachelor!

The Best Episodes of The Bachelor

A single bachelor dates multiple women over several weeks, narrowing them down to hopefully find his true love.

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  1. 9.2/10(25 votes)

    #1 - Week 9

    S28:E9

    Joey and his three remaining women make their way to Tulum, Mexico, for a week of dates that could change everything. As the possibility of sharing a night together looms, a few familiar faces arrive to offer advice ahead of those pivotal decisions.

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  2. 8.8/10(23 votes)

    #2 - The Women Tell All

    S28:E10

    It's an emotional evening for 16 spectacular women who reunite with Joey and each other for the first time since filming. Plus, the meaning behind Kelsey A.'s note is revealed, and a difficult rose ceremony determines who will meet Joey's family.

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  3. 8.8/10(27 votes)

    #3 - Finale and After the Final Rose

    S28:E11

    The emotional conclusion of Joey's journey.

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  4. 8.7/10(29 votes)

    #4 - Week 6

    S28:E6

    Joey and the 10 remaining women head to Montreal; nerves run high for all as hometowns inch closer; Joey goes on two one-on-one dates; the remaining women push through their insecurities on a group date.

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  5. 8.6/10(26 votes)

    #5 - Week 2

    S28:E2

    With the women moved into the mansion, Joey’s first group date gives several ladies the chance to experience their own wedding reception. Next, Joey and one lucky lady fly off to the Beach Life Music Festival for the first one-on-one date of the season. Later, Joey determines which women have the courage and endurance to be his long-term partner in a paintball battle.

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  6. 8.6/10(25 votes)

    #6 - Week 3

    S28:E3

    Joey is joined by familiar faces when the ASKN ladies offer to help find his Mrs. Right; James Blake and Pam Shriver serve up a tennis date; a romantic one-on-one and a heated conversation in the mansion both make waves.

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  8. 8.5/10(25 votes)

    #7 - Week 4

    S28:E4

    Joey's journey continues in Malta with a dynamic one-on-one and the season's largest group date; the tension in the house comes to a head on a two-on-one date and a shocking cocktail party full of thorns.

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  9. 8.5/10(25 votes)

    #8 - Week 5

    S28:E5

    The dramatic conclusion to the cocktail party cliffhanger brings exciting news, the group is heading to Spain; in Andalusia, two one-on-ones and a group date lead to another emotional rose ceremony; sneak peek at the rest of the season.

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  10. 8.5/10(23 votes)

    #9 - Week 7

    S28:E7

    Joey and his six remaining women make their way to Jasper, Canada, for an emotional and high-pressure week; Joey must find clarity in his connections before choosing the four women whose families he'll meet.

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  11. 8.3/10(25 votes)

    #10 - Week 2

    S29:E2

    Still on a high following night one, Grant and the women continue their journey for love in Los Angeles. With exciting dates that tap Grant's love of sports, music and playful energy, jealousy among the women leads to a tense cocktail party.

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  12. 8.3/10(16 votes)

    #11 - Week 7

    S29:E8

    Grant and his final three women arrive in the Dominican Republic, a destination close to his heart. With overnight dates approaching, the women meet with Bachelor Nation favorites to reflect on their feelings as they near the end of their journeys.

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  13. 8.2/10(29 votes)

    #12 - Week 1

    S28:E1

    Love awaits 32 extraordinary women – the most to ever arrive at the mansion on night one – as they make “Bachelor” history and prepare to open their hearts to Joey Graziadei. With a first impression rose on the table, the pressure is on and every moment counts on the season premiere.

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  14. 8.2/10(30 votes)

    #13 - Week 1

    S29:E1

    Love awaits 25 extraordinary women preparing to open their hearts to Grant Ellis on the season premiere of “The Bachelor.” With a bold, new twist on the traditional first impression rose, making a strong connection has never been more crucial.

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  15. 8.1/10(26 votes)

    #14 - Week 3

    S29:E3

    Grant's journey to find love continues as the women put their "girl math" skills and affinity for animals to the test. One woman jets off to Sin City with Grant. The ladies are surprised with a prom night to remember.

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  16. 8.0/10(17 votes)

    #15 - Finale and After the Final Rose

    S29:E9

    It’s a crucial week in the Dominican Republic as Grant introduces Litia and Juliana to his family. Meanwhile, Grant joins Jesse Palmer in front of a live studio audience to watch his final dates and the emotional conclusion of his journey unfold.

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  17. 7.9/10(27 votes)

    #16 - Week 8

    S28:E8

    An excited and anxious Joey makes his way to the hometowns of his four incredible remaining women; Joey has important conversations about what the future may hold for each of them.

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  18. 7.8/10(24 votes)

    #17 - Week 6

    S27:E6

    Zach is making up for lost time in Tallinn, Estonia, where he tests the strength of one connection in a friendly local competition and steps out of his comfort zone at a nude sauna; an Estonian witch works her magic to help him find love.

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  19. 7.8/10(18 votes)

    #18 - Week 6

    S29:E6

    It's hometowns' week, and Grant's journey takes him across the country to see his final four women. Former Bachelor Joey Graziadei stops by to offer Grant some guidance as he nears the final steps of his journey.

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  20. 7.8/10(15 votes)

    #19 - The Women Tell All

    S29:E7

    It’s a night full of confrontations and emotions as Grant reunites with 15 women from this season. For the first time since filming, Grant’s former flames come together to address the season’s most memorable moments and heated controversies. Plus, Grant enters the hot seat to answer burning questions and share behind-the-scenes glimpses of the season’s funniest moments.

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  21. 7.7/10(29 votes)

    #20 - Week 2

    S27:E2

    Zach continues to carve his own path and decides to give each of the 20 women a chance to take the next step on their journeys to potential love; Zach takes off on a helicopter ride to his hometown for his first one-on-one date.

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  22. 7.7/10(24 votes)

    #21 - Week 4

    S27:E4

    Zach begins his international journey to find love with a deep-sea dive and all-terrain vehicle adventure on the romantic beaches of the Bahamas.

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  23. 7.7/10(22 votes)

    #22 - Week 5

    S29:E5

    Grant and the women arrive in Edinburgh, Scotland, as his journey to find love continues. Relationships soar to new heights as Grant explores his connections further during an adventurous week of dates.

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  24. 7.6/10(24 votes)

    #23 - Week 3

    S27:E3

    During a crucial week, Zach takes two lucky women on jaw-dropping one-on-one dates featuring prehistoric creatures and a romantic musical performance.

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  25. 7.6/10(23 votes)

    #24 - Week 8

    S27:E8

    Zach returns to the United States and sets off on a cross-country adventure to meet the families of his four remaining women in their hometowns.

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  26. 7.5/10(24 votes)

    #25 - Week 7

    S27:E7

    It's a crucial week in Budapest, Hungary, with hometowns coming up; after a week of scenic overlooks, mystical mentalists and hot air balloon rides, Zach comes closer to finding the one.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Week 9" is the best rated episode of "The Bachelor". It scored 9.2/10 based on 25 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 3/11/2024. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Women Tell All".