Summary
- The Bachelor franchise has evolved drastically since its start in 2002, now featuring more modern and dramatic storylines.
- Previous Bachelor and Bachelorette seasons have showcased a variety of contestants, each with unique love stories and outcomes.
- The show continues to captivate viewers with its twists, turns, and unexpected endings, making each season an unforgettable journey.
The Bachelor airing in early 2002, the show has changed in many ways since its first season. After The Bachelorette ed the family in 2003, the shows churned out seasons multiple times per year and pulled in viewers who were excited to see fairytale romance play out on screen. Even with several couples from the series breaking up quickly after the end of the season, The Bachelor was unstoppable.
As the shows have become more modern, The Bachelor and The Bachelorette have an interesting set of traditions and rules that come with each series. The Bachelor has gone from being a buttoned-up, traditional dating series to fulfilling some of the contestants' most far-off fantasies. The Bachelorette, in turn, has moved away from pitting the contestants against each other to fight for the lead and instead The Bachelor season 28 wraps up, it's time to detail how to watch every season of the classic reality TV franchise in order.
The Bachelor Season 1
Alex Michel
Alex Michel was the original Bachelor, meaning he had very little context for what he would be getting into when the series started filming in early 2002. Though Alex's season didn't wind up a romantic success, he was able to successfully navigate the reality TV dating landscape in a brand-new way. Unfortunately, The Bachelor season 1 isn't available to stream or purchase but may be in the future.
The Bachelor Season 2
Aaron Buerge
Aaron Buerge had some tough shoes to fill after Alex's initial season of The Bachelor but was able to do so rather smoothly. While Aaron didn't find a lasting love connection either, he solidified what it was like to appear on the series and helped with its continued success. The Bachelor season 2 isn't available to stream or purchase but may be in the future.
The Bachelorette Season 1
Trista Rehn
As the first Bachelorette, Trista Rehn was hoping to change the game by taking the power of choice into her own hands. While The Bachelor contestants had a difficult time finding lasting love, Trista was able to connect with Ryan Sutter on her season, and the pair are still together, raising a family in Colorado in 2023. Unfortunately, The Bachelorette season 1 isn't available to stream or purchase but may be in the future.
The Bachelor Season 3
Andrew Firestone
As one of the most publicized Bachelors at the time, Andrew Firestone had a family name that the general public was aware of. Bringing some clout to the series, Andrew didn't find a lasting relationship on the series but helped to put it on the map as a cultural phenomenon. Sadly, The Bachelor season 3 isn't available to stream or purchase but may be in the future.
The Bachelorette Season 2
Meredith Phillips
Meredith Phillips became the second Bachelorette and followed in the footsteps of Trista, hoping to find an equally beautiful love story on the series. Unfortunately, Meredith's relationship with her final rose recipient Ian Mckee only lasted for 2 years, but her time on the series helped shape the future of the show. Unfortunately, The Bachelorette season 2 is unavailable for streaming or purchase at this time but may be in the future.
The Bachelor Season 4
Bob Guiney
As one of the first buzzed-about Bachelors, Bob Guiney was a huge deal during his time on the series. Bob was the first Bachelor pulled from a previous season of The Bachelorette, which has become the series' standard practice in the modern era. While The Bachelor season 4 isn't available for streaming or purchase, it may be released in the future.
The Bachelorette Season 3
Jenn Schefft
Although she was one of the last Bachelorettes for several years, Jenn Schefft didn't disappoint as the lead. While she may not have found a lasting love on the series, she was showcased as a strong and interesting lead. The Bachelorette season 3 is unavailable for streaming or purchase right now but may become available in the future.
The Bachelor Season 5
Jesse Palmer
Before he was the face of Bachelor Nation, Jesse Palmer was an NFL star who was looking for love as The Bachelor. While Jesse didn't find love on the series, he's found it since with his wife Emely Fardo, who's expecting the couple's first child. Sadly, Jesse's journey as The Bachelor isn't available for streaming or purchase at this time.
The Bachelor Season 6
Byron Velvick
Byron Velvick became The Bachelor in late 2003 after a whirlwind several seasons of the series had been a success for ABC. With one of the longest-lasting relationships to come from The Bachelor, many have wondered how to watch Byron and his final rose recipient, Mary Delgado, fall in love despite breaking up five years later. Sadly, Byron's season of The Bachelor isn't currently available for streaming or purchase.
The Bachelor Season 7
Charlie O’Connell
As the brother of actor Jerry O'Connell, a super fan of The Bachelor, Charlie O'Connell was in an interesting position as the lead. Though he was an actor in his own right, he wasn't quite as famous as his brother and had enough anonymity to look for love on The Bachelor. Sadly, his journey wasn't a success long-term. Charlie's season of The Bachelor isn't available for streaming or purchase at this time.
