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The Best Episodes of The Golden Bachelor

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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Golden Bachelor Season 1 Episode 5 - Week 5
    7.9/10(41 votes)

    #1 - Week 5

    S1:E5

    Hometowns are on the horizon for the golden bachelor. With only three roses remaining, the final six women face the possibility that their fairy tale with Gerry Turner may not have a happy ending, and Gerry must make his toughest decisions yet.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Golden Bachelor Season 1 Episode 1 - Week 1
    7.8/10(70 votes)

    #2 - Week 1

    S1:E1

    Twenty-two incredible women, ranging in age from 60 to 75, step into the spotlight in the hope of finding lasting love with golden bachelor Gerry Turner.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Golden Bachelor Season 1 Episode 3 - Week 3
    7.8/10(48 votes)

    #3 - Week 3

    S1:E3

    A group date featuring Jesse Palmer and Kaitlyn Bristowe, and one-on-one time with two women, help Gerry confirm his feelings are growing stronger every day, which only makes handing out roses more difficult.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Golden Bachelor Season 1 Episode 4 - Week 4
    7.8/10(41 votes)

    #4 - Week 4

    S1:E4

    Gerry Turner's journey continues with an adventurous one-on-one and a group date that has the women flexing their pickleball skills. Plus, former Bachelorette Trista Sutter and upcoming Bachelor Joey Graziadei appear, making it an unforgettable week.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Golden Bachelor Season 1 Episode 8 - Week 7
    7.8/10(31 votes)

    #5 - Week 7

    S1:E8

    Gerry heads to Costa Rica for overnight dates and alone time with Leslie and Theresa.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Golden Bachelor Season 1 Episode 7 - The Women Tell All
    7.7/10(41 votes)

    #6 - The Women Tell All

    S1:E7

    Thirteen incredible women reunite with Gerry and each other for the first time during a night of emotional "Bachelor" firsts. Plus, the heart-wrenching conclusion to the hometown rose ceremony is revealed and a look at the shocking season finale.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Golden Bachelor Season 1 Episode 6 - Week 6
    7.6/10(38 votes)

    #7 - Week 6

    S1:E6

    Gerry heads to hometowns to meet the families of the final three women.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Golden Bachelor Season 2 Episode 3 - Week 4
    7.4/10(20 votes)

    #8 - Week 4

    S2:E3

    As Mel's journey continues, the stakes grow higher than ever. A one-on-one at the OC Fair leads to a surprise concert; and later, a beachside photo shoot pushes boundaries and buttons. Meanwhile, whispers swirl about one woman's true intentions.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Golden Bachelor Season 2 Episode 5 - Week 6
    7.3/10(19 votes)

    #9 - Week 6

    S2:E5

    It's hometowns' week, and Mel's journey takes him across the country to see his final three women in Las Vegas, Denver and Austin, Texas. With a potential engagement looming, meeting families and closest friends becomes more important than ever.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Golden Bachelor Season 2 Episode 6 - The Women Tell All
    7.3/10(19 votes)

    #10 - The Women Tell All

    S2:E6

    It's a night full of emotions as Mel reunites with 15 of this season's remarkable women to revisit the season's most unforgettable moments. Plus, Mel and his final two women head to beautiful Antigua in a special sneak peek.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Golden Bachelor Season 2 Episode 1 - Week 1 / Week 2
    7.2/10(25 votes)

    #11 - Week 1 / Week 2

    S2:E1

    Mel Owens begins his journey for love with 23 women embodying elegance and strength. After a dazzling Queen Mary date and a cheerleading showdown judged by Paula Abdul, the week ends with a sun-soaked pool party and a high-stakes rose ceremony.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Golden Bachelor Season 2 Episode 2 - Week 3
    7.2/10(21 votes)

    #12 - Week 3

    S2:E2

    This week, the women vying for Mel's heart turn up the heat during a comedy roast group date. Later, a one-on-one becomes a recipe for romance, while an unforgettable slumber party shakes things up at the mansion as the journey for love continues.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Golden Bachelor Season 1 Episode 2 - Week 2
    7.1/10(54 votes)

    #13 - Week 2

    S1:E2

    The golden bachelor and his ladies embark on first dates. Plus, Gerry has a 72nd birthday to remember, and the second rose ceremony of the season proves no less emotional than the first.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Golden Bachelor Season 2 Episode 4 - Week 5
    7.1/10(21 votes)

    #14 - Week 5

    S2:E4

    In the final week before hometowns, clarifying talks at a serene wellness retreat bring both insight and tension. Later, a magical one-on-one date under the stars deepens connections, and Mel must choose the three women whose families he will meet.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Golden Bachelor Season 1 Episode 9 - Finale and After the Final Rose
    6.8/10(43 votes)

    #15 - Finale and After the Final Rose

    S1:E9

    The emotional conclusion of Gerry Turner's journey plays out in front of a live studio audience and he's joined by his final two women for the first time since filming.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Golden Bachelor Season 2 Episode 8 - Finale and After the Final Rose
    6.2/10(14 votes)

    #16 - Finale and After the Final Rose

    S2:E8

    It's a crucial week on the island of Antigua as Mel Owens' journey to find love concludes. Meanwhile, Mel and the final two women join Jesse Palmer in front of a studio audience to watch the last days unfold.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Golden Bachelor Season 2 Episode 7 - Week 7
    5.7/10(18 votes)

    #17 - Week 7

    S2:E7

    Mel and the final two women travel to Antigua for overnight dates. Mel takes one woman on a dune buggy adventure, then faces his fears by swimming with stingrays alongside the other. Later, a romantic dinner takes an unexpected turn.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Golden Bachelor Season 1 Episode 10 - The Golden Wedding
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - The Golden Wedding

    S1:E10

    After lifetimes of love and loss and a whirlwind journey on "The Golden Bachelor," Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist walk down the aisle to begin their next chapter.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Week 5" is the best rated episode of "The Golden Bachelor". It scored 7.9/10 based on 41 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/26/2023. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Week 1".