The WORST episodes of Bachelor in Paradise

#1 - Week 4, Night 1

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/22/2016

A bachelor deals with his ex's inability to move on. Two new men cause a stir among the bachelorettes. Two couples go out on a party boat. A pair ride horses out to a waterfall.

#2 - Episode 1

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/2/2015

Season 2 begins with the cast arriving on the shores of Playa Escondida in Mexico and getting acquainted at a cocktail party. But their revelry is soon interrupted by a mystery woman. Later, Clare Crawley from Season 1 shows up and shakes things up; and one lady becomes ill and must be taken by ambulance to a hospital. Also: the wedding of 2014 cast members Lacy Faddoul and Marcus Grodd.

#3 - Episode 4

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/10/2015

The morning after a dramatic night in Paradise, the cast is still reeling from Jared’s controversial decision to ask Clare to be his date.

#4 - Week 6

Season 7 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/21/2021

#5 - Week 1: Season Premiere

Season 7 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/16/2021

With the resort officially open, former fan-favorite bachelors and bachelorettes are ready to find their match while living together in a tropical oasis in Mexico.

#6 - Episode 5

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/16/2015

While Chris Harrison tries to keep Clare from making an irrational decision, Juelia Kinney faces a difficult choice between Joe Bailey, who she’s falling for, and two other suitors.

#7 - Week 2: Part 1

Season 7 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/23/2021

Knock, knock, Demi’s here! With a rose ceremony on the horizon and the men poised to hand out their stems, the ladies are feeling the pressure to find a potential match. Guest host David Spade continues to bring the funny, but even he can’t quell the tension when the one and only Demi Burnett arrives, setting her sights on one of the beach’s most popular men. Later, more couples are given their first dates, where important conversations lead to strengthened connections. Then, with a cocktail party looming, the competition heats up and a shocking rumor forces one beachgoer to face the others – and the truth.

#8 - Season 4 Premiere: Week 1, Part 1

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/14/2017

Former "The Bachelor" and "The Bachelorette" cast members arrive looking for another chance at love; sad news is relayed to the cast; a new twist is revealed that poses a threat to the men; a woman is betrayed by another.

#9 - Week 1, Part 1

Season 6 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/5/2019

Nine men and 11 women arrive in paradise. Blake gets the first date card. Caelynn must choose between men.

#10 - Week 3, Part 2

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/29/2017

#11 - Week 4, Part 2

Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/5/2017

A new female arrival doubles her odds by liking both sexes. Hopeful heartbreakers return to Paradise and target other women's men. A double-dater bails out to spend more time with the woman he's serious about. Two bachelorettes storm out, cursing the close-knit couples who caused their downfall.

#12 - Week 6, Night 1

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/5/2016

One bachelor capitalizes on a new arrival's lack of options. A woman is heartbroken after a cold conversation with a disinterested bachelor. Five bachelors hand out their roses while one makes a surprising decision. Couples go on their final dates.

#13 - Week 8: Season Finale

Season 7 - Episode 11 - Aired 10/5/2021

#14 - Episode 12

Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 9/7/2015

Connections are put to the test during each couple's final fantasy suite dates to help them determine whether or not their relationships can last outside of Paradise.

#15 - Week 3, Part 1

Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/28/2017

#16 - Episode 7

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/23/2015

Joe reveals his true intentions; a heartbroken Juelia asks Chris Harrison for an unprecedented request; a handsome and notorious newcomer is surprised to learn that Samantha is already in a relationship.

#17 - Week 3: Part 2

Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/21/2018

A hunky man asks out a fair-haired beauty even though she is seemingly part of a happy couple. A hot and steamy photo shoot makes a woman realize that she may not be ready to settle down. An old friend gives a warning about a date's intentions.

#18 - Season 4 Premiere: Week 1, Part 2

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/15/2017

Season 3 alumni Carly and Evan tie the knot in Paradise; the cast tries to regain momentum following a production lapse; a woman is disappointed by a date card going to someone she thinks doesn't need it.

#19 - Week 4, Night 2

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/23/2016

A bachelor decides to leave after realizing the lack of balance in his relationship. A popular couple show up, hoping to restore everyone's belief in finding love. A date in a temazcal sweat lodge leads to an open discussion about feelings.

#20 - Week 2, Part 2

Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/22/2017

A woman receives a date card, but she has no prospects, so she interviews some guys and offers one the job; a new arrival has her eyes on a prize another woman thought she had won. Also: a live studio edition of the show; a visit from Carly and Evan.

#21 - Week 3: Part 1

Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/20/2018

An angry woman confronts a man who cheated on her after learning he was kissing another woman. A bachelorette realizes she still has feelings for a former flame. A man gives a birthday girl a giant stuffed animal to get under the skin of another jealous suitor.

#22 - Week 7: The Season Finale

Season 6 - Episode 13 - Aired 9/17/2019

The four remaining couples spend one last night in the fantasy suites before deciding if they are ready to take their relationships to the next level. Alumni couples return. The identity of the next bachelor is revealed.

#23 - Week 5: Part 1

Season 6 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/2/2019

Angela's arrival brings trouble for Clay. Tayshia is happy to see two new men arrive. A stunning departure takes place before the rose ceremony.

#24 - Week 6

Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/10/2018

A romantic date goes well until the woman is asked to change into a wedding dress. A new arrival with a shady past receives a lukewarm reception. One bachelor shows up for the rose ceremony still disappointed over the conversation with his girlfriend the night before.

#25 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/4/2014

Some of The Bachelor's biggest stars and villains are back. They all left The Bachelor or The Bachelorette with broken hearts, but now they know what it really takes to find love, and on Bachelor in Paradise they'll get a second chance to find their soul mates. Contestants will live together in an isolated romantic paradise in Mexico and explore new romantic relationships.