How To Watch The Bachelor 2025
| Debuted: Monday, January 27 at 8pm ET/PT |
| New Episodes: every Monday at the same time |
| Channel: ABC |
| Live US stream: ABC via Sling TV | FuboTV 7-day free trial | Hulu + Live TV |
| Watch anywhere: Stream from anywhere with NordVPN |
Watch The Bachelor Season 29: Synopsis
Nothing banishes the January blues like a bunch of red roses. The romantic dating show hosted by Jesse Palmer has returned, and this time we’re following Grant Ellis as he bestows those thorny flowers on a group of wonderful women at the Bachelor Mansion. Let’s hope Cupid’s aim has improved since Ellis’ debut on The Bachelorette though. Follow his journey to find ‘the one’ with our guide below, which explains how to watch The Bachelor 2025 online and stream every episode from anywhere.
The 31-year-old Ellis made an indelible impression when he arrived to woo Jennifer Tran in her season of The Bachelorette. Fans went wild over the kind, charismatic, former pro-basketball player from New Jersey with the megawatt smile. Even Jenn admitted he was the total package. “He’s tall, he’s handsome, he’s charming, he’s funny,” she said. But that didn’t stop Jenn from sending him home in week 6 and proposing to Devin Strader instead (a decision she later came to regret).
But Ellis is more determined than ever to find his forever person, and The Bachelor is gifting him his second chance. He’s looking for “a kind soul, somebody who’s genuine” to settle down and start a family with. And hopefully, at least one of his twenty-five admirers are after the same thing. Over roughly twelve episodes, his pool of prospective fiancés – including fellow New Jersey native Alli Jo Hinkes and ICU nurse Rebekah – will be whittled down during intimate one-on-one dates and exciting excursions abroad, before he has to make that thrilling, anguished choice about who gets his final rose.
It's going to be another rollercoaster ride full of feuding, surprises…plus a game-changing twist on the traditional first impression rose. So, don’t miss a minute of the drama. Read on here for everything to know about how to watch The Bachelor 2025 and stream Season 29 online and from anywhere now.
How to watch The Bachelor 2025 online FREE in the US
Love is in (and back on) the air! Broadcasting as ever on ABC, The Bachelor Season 29 premiered on Monday, January 27 at 8pm ET/PT and will air new episodes weekly every Monday at the same time.
Long since cut the cord? You’ll find new episodes added to ABC’s catch-up service a day after its initial broadcast. No cable log-in details are required, and episodes remain available for FREE a whole week after they’ve aired.
A select few over-the-top streaming services can also provide access to ABC programming live or on-demand.
Sling TV is the most affordable cord cutting option. For ABC you'll need its Blue package, which usually costs $50.99 a month for 46 channels. One of the best Sling TV deals available right now, though, is its 50% saving on the first month, meaning you'll pay just $25.50.
FuboTV is the most comprehensive cable-replacement with over 200 channels. Not only does it provide ABC so that you can watch episodes of The Bachelor live as they air, but also FOX, ESPN, NBC, FX, MTV and Bravo. It is more expensive, though, with Fubo's entry-level Essential plan costing $74.99 a month – after you’ve enjoyed its FREE FuboTV trial deal.
Alternatively, Hulu subscriptions provide multiple ways to stream The Bachelor. If you want to catch the hit dating TV show live, then ABC is available with the Hulu with Live TV package at $82.99 a month after an 3-day free trial.
Another option is the cheaper, standard Hulu plan. If you can wait less than 24 hours, you could stream new episodes live from as little as $9.99 a month. Plus, new subscribers are entitled to the plan’s 30-day free trial.
And if you’re looking to save even more money, then the Disney Plus bundle options offer a variety of plans.
Traveling outside of the US? Watch The Bachelor Season 29 from anywhere with the help of a quality VPN.
How to watch The Bachelor from anywhere
If you're a US citizen on vacation or working overseas, you can still watch The Bachelor online just as you would at home.
While services like ABC block access from IP addresses outside of the US, there's a handy piece of software called a VPN that can change your IP address to make it look like you're accessing streaming services from any country in the world.
For example, US citizens overseas can subscribe to a VPN, join a US-based server and access their subscription from anywhere in the world, just like they would back home.
How to use a VPN to unblock streaming services:
1. Choose your ideal VPN and install – our go-to recommendation for unblocking is NordVPN, costing from $3.99 a month with its 2-year plan
2. Connect to a server – for ABC, for example, you'll want to connect to a server based in the US
3. Go to the stream you wish to access - for The Bachelor, head to ABC.
How to watch The Bachelor 2025 online in Canada
Bachelor Nation fans in Canada can watch The Bachelor Season 29 on Citytv from Monday, January 27 at 8pm ET/PT. Episodes air simultaneous with their US release.
If you missed the liner broadcast, episodes are available to stream free through Citytv’s online platform, and less than 24 hours after they air. However, you’ll need to enter your TV provider details to do so.
Additionally, cord-cutters can enjoy Citytv Plus content through the Amazon Prime channel of the same name. It’s free to new subscribers for the first 30 days, and then CA$4.99 a month on top of the CA$9.99 Amazon Prime membership cost.
Out of the country? Download a VPN and watch The Bachelor Season 29 from anywhere in the world.
Can I watch The Bachelor Season 29 online in the UK?
Sadly, although it was once available through reality TV streamer Hayu, there’s no longer a dedicated UK streaming home for The Bachelor. That’s bad news for US fans in old Blighty when the hit ABC dating show returns to our screens.
Traveling abroad? If you want to watch The Bachelor but are away from your home country, purchasing a VPN will let you stream your favorite shows from anywhere.
Can I watch The Bachelor Season 29 in Australia?
It doesn’t look good for Aussies, either. The US version of The Bachelor isn’t currently available in Australia, with only a smattering of old seasons available online. Perhaps that’s because the country had its own version of The Bachelor that aired on Network 10, though it sadly came to an end in late December 2023.
If geo-blocks stop you from streaming the same shows you like to watch back home, then consider purchasing a VPN. That way, you can connect to the same platforms you already pay for, but while traveling abroad.
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Who Are The Contestants On The Bachelor Season 29?
- Alexe Godin, 27, a pediatric speech therapist from Néguac, New Brunswick
- Alli Jo Hinkes, 30, a boxing trainer from Freehold, New Jersey *
- Allyshia Gupta, 29, and interior designer from Wesley Chapel, Florida *
- Bailey Brown, 27, a social media manager from Atlanta, Georgia *
- Beverly Ortega, 30, an insurance salesperson from Howard Beach, New York *
- Carolina Quixano, 28, a public relations producer from Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
- Chloie Costello, 27, a model from Mission Hills, Kansas *
- Christina Smith, 26, a marketing director from Kindred, North Dakota *
- Dina Lupancu, 31, an attorney from Willowbrook, Illinois
- Ella Del Rosario, 25, a luxury travel host from Los Angeles, California *
- J’Nae Squires-Horton, 28, an account coordinator from Colorado Springs, Colorado *
- Juliana Pasquarosa, 28, a client service associate from Newton, Massachusetts
- Kelsey Curtis, 26, an interior designer from Clarksville, Maryland *
- Kyleigh Henrich, 26, a retail manager from Glen Rose, Texas *
- Litia Garr, 31, a venture capitalist from Soda Springs, Idaho
- Natalie Phillips, 25, a PhD student from Seattle, Washington
- Neicey Baxter, 32, a pediatrician from Blythewood, South Carolina *
- Parisa Shifteh, 29, a pediatric behavior analyst from Birmingham, Michigan
- Radhika Gupta, 28, an attorney from Floral Park, New York *
- Rebekah Garrett, 31, an ICU nurse from Dallas, Texas *
- Rose Sombke, 27, a registered nurse from Rockford, Illinois
- Sarafiena Watkins, 29, an associate media director from Cos Cob, Connecticut
- Savannah Quinn, 27, a wedding planner from Charlottesville, Virginia *
- Vicky Nyamuswa, 28, a nightclub server from Henderson, Nevada *
- Zoe McGrady, 27, a tech engineer and model from Chester, Virginia
* The following contestants were eliminated or decided to quit the show
The Bachelor Season 29 Episode Recaps
Week 1:
Grant Ellis's journey to find the love of his life...who'd hopefully say yes to being his wife...began last night, with twenty-five women throwing themselves at the dapper bachelor. He welcomed each one with nervous excitement outside the Bachelor Mansion as they took the opportunity to make a lasting impression. And at least three were of the persuasion that the way to a man's heart was through his stomach.
Jersey girl Alli Jo Hinkes served him up a "pizza" her heart (adorable). Kyleigh, from Glen Rose, Texas, showered him with salsa and chips, and wedding planner Savannah cheekily (and somewhat presumptuously) presented a multi-tiered wedding cake. But he was clearly not into feeders, because, as it later turned out, both Savannah and Kyleigh were among those sent home. The most memorable impression was made by pediatric speech therapist Alexe Godin, who trotted up the driveway on her pet llama Linda.
As the girls mingled and Grant shared a few intimate conversations and kisses, a mystery woman arrived, made a beeline for Grant, and put the fear of God into the now unsettled contestants. But it was only his sister, Taylor, who was just in the neighborhood to share some embarrassing childhood photos.
The first rose ceremony saw seven girls prematurely sent home. Alexe, meanwhile, had made the best first impression – not only was she beautiful, he said, but funny and intelligent – so it was only fair she got his first impression rose. And lucky for her she did too, because, as host Jesse Palmer explained, that meant she would automatically get to join Grant on his first one-on-one date next week. Squeal! Tune in then to see if romance blooms between Grant and llama lady Alexe.
Week 2:
Eighteen women sharpened their elbows as the first official group date of the season began, with pro basketball player Grant scouting for girls on the court as they played a “friendly” game of five-on-five. The purple team smashed it. But it was Chloie who impressed Grant most, which saw their dribbling continue off court when the two of them shared a passionate kiss later on. Despite their smooch, though, it was PhD student Natalie who won the first group date rose.
Meanwhile, Alexe had been waiting to cash in her first date rose. And her special day with Grant was very Rom Com 101. The pediatric speech therapist and Grant went wild in LA’s Beverly Center, maxing out the production team’s credit card and eating ice cream before having some deep conversation during a romantic picnic. Unsurprisingly, Grant handed her that all-important date rose. Now, somebody pass that girl a vase, because she’s going to have an entire bouquet soon!
While many of the girls from the b-ball challenge were turning on Zoe for repeatedly interrupting their alone time with Grant, seven others were invited to the Bellwether Theater for the second group date of the episode. It turned out to be a case of “Litia me Love You”, too, as Grant and R&B singer Mario tasked the women to perform a few of their own verses. Yes, Carolina won, but it was venture capitalist Litia who was bestowed with the group date rose.
Finally, we were back at the Bachelor Mansion for the nerve-wracking rose ceremony. Natalie, Alexe, and Litia were already golden. But four more women left empty-handed, their dreams of someone putting a ring on it temporarily stalled. Those individuals were Allyshia from Florida, luxury travel host Ella, ICU nurse Rebekah, and Vicky Nyamuswa.
Week 3:
There were tears, tantrums, heartfelt admissions and one hospital admission in yesterday’s episode, with Grant’s pool of potential wives evaporating to just ten only three episodes in.
Day trader Grant selected twelve ladies to join him on possibly the least-romantic group outing ever: a Finance 101 date presided over by comedian Hannah Berner and Shark Tank star Daniel Lubetsky. Challenged to see who could earn the most “Grant Bucks” with the right – or just downright hilarious – answers, this Bachelor-only currency could then be exchanged for keepsakes and special perks later. Bailey made a mint! But it was Birmingham resident Parisa and her game of “Chubby Bunny” that won her the group date rose.
Following the breaking news that Beverly Ortega had left the show after falling horribly ill after last week’s basketball game, Grant pivoted his planned one-on-one date into a three-on-one with Sarafeiena, Fina, and Litia. He put the women to work grooming dogs at reality TV star Lisa Vanderpump’s animal shelter (Grant, dude: you’ve got to step up these dates!) However, only Litia Garr from Idaho, who’s been one of Grant’s closest connections so far, joined him for a heart-to-heart over dinner. And he did the sweetest thing. After hearing that Litia’s mum had raised her alone after her father died when she was only three months old, he FaceTimed her to congratulate her for raising such a wonderful daughter.
He may have taken the plunge with Carolina earlier in the day, when they jumped off the Strat Hotel on their date in Las Vegas. But clearly his feelings for Litia were deepening the most. “After tonight, Litia could be my wife,” he confided to the camera crew. Romantic, though we're certain one of the producers subsequently reminded him, "not so fast, we’ve still got at least eight more episodes to go!"
Then, instead of the usual cocktail mixer, Grant invited the girls to a prom-themed event. Wearing tiaras and strutting their stuff on the dance floor with four former Golden Bachelorette contestants (including Gary Levingston and Jonathan Rone), it was wonderfully She’s All That until someone stirred up trouble, which then turned the night a little more Stephen King’s Carrie.
Grant tracked down Rose after Carolina had tearfully told him that she’d been told that, during last week’s episode, Grant had said he was thinking of Rose the whole time he was with Carolina, something he steadfastly denied. Let’s just say Rose was left a little red-faced. And it was a bit of a surprise she still received one of her red-petalled namesakes later that evening. The same, however, couldn't be said for Alli Jo, Bailey, and Chloie Costello, who all left the Bachelor Mansion empty handed.
Now there are just ten women left. They’ll all be heading down to Madrid next week, so grab your passport for some fun in the sun as Grant’s journey to find the one continues!
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