The BEST episodes of The Golden Bachelor season 2

Every episode of The Golden Bachelor season 2, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Golden Bachelor season 2!

One hopeless romantic is given a second chance at love in the search for a partner with whom to share the sunset years of life. The women arriving at the mansion have a lifetime of experience, living through love, loss and laughter, hoping for a spark that ignites a future full of endless possibilities. In the end, will our Golden man turn the page to start a new chapter with the woman of his dreams?

Last Updated: 11/25/2025Network: ABC (US)Status: Continuing
Finale and After the Final Rose
star
7.67
6 votes

#1 - Finale and After the Final Rose

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/12/2025

Mel's family arrives on the breathtaking island of Antigua, eager to meet the women who have been vying for his heart; Mel and the final two women join Jesse Palmer in front of a studio audience to watch the last days unfold.

Watch Now:Amazon
The Women Tell All
star
7.29
7 votes

#2 - The Women Tell All

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/29/2025

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.

Watch Now:AmazonApple TV
Week 1 / Week 2
star
7.20
15 votes

#3 - Week 1 / Week 2

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/24/2025

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.

Watch Now:AmazonApple TV
Week 3
star
7.09
11 votes

#4 - Week 3

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/1/2025

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.

Watch Now:AmazonApple TV
Week 4
star
6.92
12 votes

#5 - Week 4

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/8/2025

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.

Watch Now:AmazonApple TV
Week 7
star
6.92
12 votes

#6 - Week 7

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/5/2025

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.

Watch Now:Amazon
Week 5
star
6.90
10 votes

#7 - Week 5

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/15/2025

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.

Watch Now:AmazonApple TV
Week 6
star
6.90
10 votes

#8 - Week 6

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/22/2025

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.

Watch Now:AmazonApple TV