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Season 1

  • S01E01 Ashaki and Chris: The Young & The Reckless

    • March 9, 2019
    • OWN

    When a reformed ladies' man asks his girl to marry him, both of their families remain skeptical of his ability to stay committed. And after further revelations and stories surface, the couple's seemingly unbreakable bond begins to fracture.

  • S01E02 Ashley and Keron: The Devil's in the Details

    • March 16, 2019
    • OWN

    It's a judge, jury, and executioner moment when a fun-loving groom introduces his devout Christian family to his sexually free-spirited fiancée. But sparks really begin to fly when his soon-to-be bride tells his mother tales of their bedroom exploits!

  • S01E03 Falasha and Chris: Man or Mama's Boy?

    • March 23, 2019
    • OWN

    A young man desperately seeks his family's blessing for his upcoming wedding. But when it becomes clear that his ultra-traditional mother may not be able to let go, he must make a choice between the woman he loves and the woman who raised him.

  • S01E04 Amber and Justin: Huge Little Lies

    • March 30, 2019
    • OWN

    Confusion arises when a newly engaged couple brings their families together to meet for the first time, but fail to be honest about the problems in their relationship. Two brothers on opposite sides unite to take the matter into their own hands.

  • S01E05 Lazaundra and Julian: Too Fast & Too Furious

    • March 30, 2019
    • OWN

    When a recently divorced woman and a reformed ladies' man move quickly into a new relationship, their adult children worry that their infatuation is more "puppy love" than everlasting, and that they are doomed to repeat mistakes from their pasts.

  • S01E06 Tselane and Justin: Old Traumas, New Dramas

    • April 6, 2019
    • OWN

    A former military man wishes to marry a woman he met online and start a new life across the country. But his family is completely in the dark about his decision, and his new fiancée finally realizes the heavy weight of his service-related PTSD.

  • S01E07 Briana and Nikkiya: Same Sex, Equal Mess

    • April 13, 2019
    • OWN

    It's a passionate plea for acceptance when two young women decide to surprise their families with news of their upcoming engagement; after the initial shock wears off, it is evident that the concerns for this couple run much deeper than gender.

  • S01E08 Sumer and Keith: The Widower & the Wild Child

    • April 20, 2019
    • OWN

    When a spirited young businesswoman falls hopelessly in love with an older man who suffered a tragic loss, both of their families worry that their impending union may be more about filling a void then building a life together.

  • S01E09 Where Are They Now?

    • April 27, 2019
    • OWN

    Season one couples return for a final check-in with relationship expert Tracy McMillan; hot topics include what happened when the cameras stopped rolling, whether they have any regrets, and whom they continue to choose -- family or fiancé.

  • S01E10 Cindy and Jamiah: Families in Feud

    • January 11, 2020
    • OWN

    Just days before the wedding, two desperate fiancés attempt to broker peace within their feuding families. However, they are completely caught off guard when their relatives unite with one common purpose: to declare the couple is not ready for marriage.

  • S01E11 Alexis and Danley: While Jesus Saves, She Misbehaves

    • January 18, 2020
    • OWN

    A young couple hopes to gain the blessings from the bride's family, including her extremely religious grandmother; in the process, the groom wonders if his fiancée's insecure and destructive behavior might signal that she isn't ready for marriage.

  • S01E12 Natasha and Romeo: Mind on Her Money, Mom on His Mind

    • January 25, 2020
    • OWN

    After eight years together and a wedding in two months, a divorced father of two still tries to get his mother to acknowledge his bride-to-be; in the process, he realizes that his own childhood wounds are what really need healing.

  • S01E13 LaShonda and Dre: Loose Lips Sink Friendships

    • February 1, 2020
    • OWN

    A bride-to-be with two daughters attempts to make peace with her fiance's misogynistic best friend before their upcoming wedding; the couple discovers, however, that the key to a successful union lies in prioritizing and protecting their own.

  • S01E14 Jazmine and Reggie: The Preacher's Wife To Be

    • February 8, 2020
    • OWN

    A minister and his soon-to-be bride realize that before they wed and enter "happily ever after," they must first exorcise some of the demons of their past, beginning with their strained relationships with her adoptive mother and his absent father.

  • S01E15 Cortne and Justin: Mother of Misunderstandings

    • February 15, 2020
    • OWN

    A young man attempts to mend a broken relationship between his controlling fiancé and his over-protective mother. When the two sides start to compare notes, however, the women wonder if his desire to keep the peace has actually ignited a larger war.

  • S01E16 Dayna and Tabias: Blindsided and Betrayed

    • February 22, 2020
    • OWN

    A newly engaged couple leave their families reeling when they surprise them with news of their upcoming wedding; when their bombshell revelation blows up, they are forced to look beyond their fantasy and confront the reality of their lives.

  • S01E17 Sheri and Micah: Indecisive Proposal

    • February 29, 2020
    • OWN

    An aspiring rapper and his fiancé seek to receive blessings on their union, despite her family's strong objections. But in the process, the bride begins to wonder if a forever commitment to a struggling artist is really in her best interest.

  • S01E18 Imani and Colby: Brace Yourself for Atheists

    • July 7, 2020
    • OWN

    An engaged couple that recently renounced their religious beliefs attempts to win over the support of their deeply devout families. For the bride's sister, religion isn't the only concern, as she fears her sibling may be changing against her own free will.

  • S01E19 Chase and Eric: Wildin' Til Wedding

    • July 11, 2020
    • OWN

    A couple with a long history together tries to mend their broken relationship after a heartbreaking betrayal. While finding the strength to forgive, they also realize that other toxic familial relationships may be contributing to their unhappy union.

  • S01E20 Alexis and Akil: I Second NO Emotion

    • July 18, 2020
    • OWN

    A bride-to-be hopes to mend the upset her disrespectful fiancé has caused between her sister and mother. But she quickly comes to realize that his inability to empathize with any serious emotions might prove a much larger problem for their union.

  • S01E21 Whitney and Charles: Opposites Attract and Mama Reacts

    • July 25, 2020
    • OWN

    After years of tension, a bride-to-be seeks to build a friendship with her fiancé's sister. She quickly discovers, however, that her tumultuous relationship with her own mother might be keeping her from meaningfully bonding with anyone else.

  • S01E22 Amie and Craig: Background Check Yourself

    • August 1, 2020
    • OWN

    With only a few short weeks to go before their upcoming wedding, fiancés Amie and Craig attempt to mend some tumultuous relationships with their families. They soon discover, however, that fixing one issue leads to unexpected revelations and turmoil.

  • S01E23 Brian and Jamarcus: Engaged and Enraged

    • August 8, 2020
    • OWN

    Tempers flare when a man fears his soon-to-be mother-in-law doesn't approve of her son's upcoming union, but after clearing the air, their loved ones' concerns are further solidified when they witness a relationship that is more volatile than loving.

  • S01E24 Brittney and Patrick: My Best Friend's Bougie Wedding

    • August 22, 2020
    • OWN

    A young couple believes to have found their perfect match in one another, but before they look to the future, they must bury the past. While she is still haunted by her ex-boyfriend, he must reconcile with loved ones who feel abandoned by his new life.

  • S01E25 Ashley and William

    • August 29, 2020
    • OWN

    An aspiring influencer is engaged to a man with no social media presence who doesn't approve of her new career choice. While her inspirational body posts leave his family to question her morals, her family worries about his controlling attitude.

Season 2

  • S02E01 Shae and Will: Drama with the In-Laws

    • July 17, 2021
    • OWN

    Tempers flare when an engaged man tries to force his parents to accept his much younger fiancée, even though she may be the reason that his last marriage ended in divorce. His mom makes it clear that she has no interest in a new daughter-in-law.

  • S02E02 Kim and David: Stepfather, Interrupted

    • July 24, 2021
    • OWN

    Blending families is a challenge when the bride’s teenage sons disapprove of their soon-to-be stepfather’s disciplinary style. As the groom analyzes his relationship to the boys, he realizes there are larger unaddressed issues within his own childhood.

  • S02E03 Renata and Christian: And Girlfriend Makes Three

    • July 31, 2021
    • OWN

    An engaged couple wish to lead a polyamorous lifestyle but find themselves in a sticky situation when their girlfriend falls in love with the husband-to-be. While the groom won't draw the line, the bride fears their relationship is crumbling.

  • S02E04 Vanessa and Mitch: Unrealistic Ex-pectations

    • August 7, 2021
    • OWN

    A bride, raised to be a trophy wife, falls deeply in love with a downtown type of guy whose history with women is questionable, at best. Chaos ensues when her mother tries to convince her to ditch her fiancé and go back to her wealthy ex-husband.

  • S02E05 Katasha and Victor: Red Flags Flying High

    • August 14, 2021
    • OWN

    A man in his 50s and a woman in her 20s bring their families together with the hope of gaining acceptance for their union. It is soon revealed, however, that their age difference is not the most pressing and concerning issue within their relationship.

  • S02E06 Tiffany and Fred: In Him We Do Not Trust

    • August 21, 2021
    • OWN

    When a groom-to-be has a cheating heart by nature, the bride-to-be must decide if staying in the relationship is really in her best interests. And when his side of the family agrees that he actually is the problem, red flags fly everywhere.

  • S02E07 Erin and Amanda: Grown Mama Drama

    • September 4, 2021
    • OWN

    Two brides planning their wedding hope to resolve issues with their mothers on their road to happily ever after. While one mother desperately wishes to be part of her daughter's life, another prays her daughter's sexuality is merely a phase.

  • S02E08 Phillisia and Daryl: Three's Company, Keith's a Crowd

    • September 11, 2021
    • OWN

    A bride hopes that her fiance will be able to get along with her male best friend before their big wedding. But from the groom's perspective, he fears that this "old college buddy" has ulterior motives for remaining close to his future wife.

  • S02E09 Lakesha and JaQuan: Babies and Baggage

    • September 18, 2021
    • OWN

    A young bride is anxious to marry the man of her dreams and become part of his "perfect" family. A recent indiscretion on his part, however, leaves her questioning whether he is the father of another woman's baby and if forgiveness is even an option.

  • S02E10 Monique and Sammy: Mixing Business and Pleasure

    • September 25, 2021
    • OWN

    A power couple in the restaurant industry yearns to find more intimacy in their relationship before saying "I do." But while the bride turns to her sister for comfort, the groom fantasizes about keeping her family permanently out of their business.

  • S02E11 Miah and Chris: Marry, Divorce, Repeat

    • October 2, 2021
    • OWN

    A divorced couple decides to give their marriage another chance, but have kept their engagement a secret from family and friends. Once the "happy news" is revealed, their loved ones are left shocked, confused and more than a little concerned.

  • S02E12 Sayyora and JD: First Comes Love, Then Comes Jealousy

    • October 16, 2021
    • OWN

    After a bride was unfaithful early in their relationship, the groom now battles with jealousy and control issues that have her family worried for her emotional well-being. In addition, her cultural traditions clash with his ambitions.

  • S02E13 Ivy and Carlos: The Past Stays In the Picture

    • October 23, 2021
    • OWN

    An interracial couple tries to navigate cultural differences and crossed boundaries with their families. While the bride insists she has sufficiently grieved the death of her first husband, the groom must draw a firm line with his overbearing sister.

  • S02E14 Deion and Rome: Mama Don't Preach

    • October 30, 2021
    • OWN

    A same-sex couple wishes to marry, but one groom's deeply religious mother has made it clear that she believes being gay is a sin. Fearing rejection, her son has hidden his life and two-year engagement from her, until now.

  • S02E15 Tarra and McCorry: My One Night Stand Wife

    • November 6, 2021
    • OWN

    For this couple, a chance encounter at a gas station led to a passionate and steamy romance, and now an upcoming wedding. But with their continuous cycle of volatile breakups and dramatic makeups, both families have cause for concern.

  • S02E16 Laci and Vidal: Will the Real Vidal Please Stand Up

    • November 13, 2021
    • OWN

    A groom desperately wishes to impress his bride's wealthy parents and prove he will be a suitable husband. His desire for acceptance has left her mother and father completely underwhelmed and worried for their daughter's choice of a spouse.

  • S02E17 Candace and Kouri: Player, Interrupted

    • November 20, 2021
    • OWN

    A bride hopes that her groom can relinquish his identity as a ladies' man and focus on becoming the family man that she needs and wants him to be. But, without a father figure of his own growing up, he struggles with what that role should entail.

  • S02E18 Camisha and Rashad: In Love and Custody Wars

    • November 27, 2021
    • OWN

    A couple wishes to marry, but the groom finds himself entangled in a custody fight with his children's mother and is estranged from his own mom. Meanwhile, the bride's family worries that her physical health is compromised by the stressful situation.

  • S02E19 Tiffanee and Ayatallah: Irreconcilable Differences

    • December 4, 2021
    • OWN

    A couple who rushed into an engagement now face some serious conversations when they discover that their philosophies on religion, children and other crucial ideologies are so unaligned that the groom even refuses to get a marriage license.

  • S02E20 Khaneisha and LaBarron

    • December 11, 2021
    • OWN

    A couple who started as friends but then turned romantic faces backlash from the bride's family for leaving them in the dark. And when the bride's mother suspects larger issues, a small miscommunication quickly turns into drama.

Season 3

  • S03E01 Shanika and Justin: Lies, Lies, Baby

    • August 6, 2022
    • OWN

    Shanika and Justin are ready to wed, but unresolved family issues have the celebration on hold. While Shanika attempts to reconcile with her estranged brother, information about her past, including her baby that disappeared, causes Justin great concern.

  • S03E02 Donzella and Paul: I Got All My Sisters With Me

    • August 13, 2022
    • OWN

    Donzella and Paul were married to other people when they met many years ago, but in order for the families to get on board with the wedding, they want clarity on when Donzella and Paul’s romance officially began — and their stories aren’t lining up.

  • S03E03 Brandy and Akin: The Devil’s in the Dealbreakers

    • August 20, 2022
    • OWN

    Despite their cultural differences and a 12-year age gap, Brandy and Akin are in love and plan to marry but cannot agree on what the future of their family will look like. Unbeknownst to them, the bride’s family has larger concerns for their union.

  • S03E04 Jackie and Zuri: Fork in the Road

    • September 10, 2022
    • OWN

    New York couple Jackie and Zuri have been together for five years and plan to marry, but their families have yet to meet. Jackie is holding resentments and secrets from her past that are compromising her emotional well-being and current relationships.

  • S03E05 Shai and Troy: Living in La La Land

    • September 17, 2022
    • OWN

    Shai and Troy are on a fast track for marriage, with dreams of superstardom and a big family to follow. But when confronted with the realities of what a marriage really entails, these young lovebirds may have to consider where their priorities really lie.

  • S03E06 Kiomi and Austin: An Officer AND a Gentle Man

    • September 24, 2022
    • OWN

    After a whirlwind romance overseas, Kiomi and Austin have spent many years in a long-distance relationship and are now ready to marry. But before they make it official, Austin must have some deep conversations with his family to reconcile with his past.

  • S03E07 Miya and Darrell: He Said, His Mom Said

    • October 1, 2022
    • OWN

    Prior to falling in love, Darrell and Miya both had their share of drama with exes and family. But now, as they are attempting to merge their worlds together, Miya struggles to trust Darrell’s true intentions with other women, including his mother.

  • S03E08 Brijet and Andre: Abstinence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder

    • October 8, 2022
    • OWN

    Brijet and Andre may live thousands of miles apart, but after three months of dating, they are ready to get married. However, Brijet’s family feel that they don’t even know her anymore and worry she has lost herself, and her values, in this relationship.

  • S03E09 Laterrica and Omar: Grandmama Drama

    • October 15, 2022
    • OWN

    Omar and Laterrica went from dating to instant family last year when their daughter, Penelope, was born. Now, they are planning a wedding to make it official, but the groom’s attachment to his mother has Laterrica questioning her place in his life.

  • S03E10 Tiffany and Josh: 'Til Divorce Do Us Part'

    • December 18, 2022
    • OWN

    A married couple in crisis seeks counseling for their future together.