Family or Fiancé
"Before they say "I do," they'll need a "yes" from their families."
"Family or Fiancé" follows the dynamics between engaged couples who bring their disapproving families together under one roof. The families only spend 3 days with each other, and the clock is ticking as the couples decide if they're going to tie the knot. It's a no-holds-barred look at what it's really like when the people closest to you have major issues with the one you want to marry. Serving as the voice of reason is relationship expert Tracy McMillan, who helps the couple confront their families' concerns. She works with the newly engaged couple on ways to strengthen their bond, air their differences and reveal their true selves to their families, for better or worse. At the end of the third and final day, the families are given their chance to speak now or forever hold their peace leaving the couple to make the ultimate choice — "I do" or "I don't."
Type: tv
Season: 1
Episode: 1
Duration: 42m
Release:
Rating: 8.5
Season 1 - Family or Fiancé
2019-03-09
"When a reformed ladies' man asks his sweetheart to marry him, both of their families are skeptical of his ability to stay committed; after additional revelations and stories surface, the couple's seemingly unbreakable bond begins to fracture."
2019-03-16
"A fun-loving groom introduces his devout Christian family to his sexually free-spirited fianc\u00e9e; sparks fly after his soon-to-be bride tells his mother about their bedroom exploits."
2019-03-23
"A young man desperately seeks his family's blessing for his upcoming wedding; however, when it becomes clear that his ultra-traditional mother may not be able to let go, he must choose between the woman he loves and the woman who raised him."
2019-03-30
"A newly engaged couple brings their families together to meet for the first time, but they fail to be honest about the problems in their relationship; two brothers unite to take matters into their own hands."
2019-03-30
"When a recently divorced woman and a reformed ladies' man move quickly into a new relationship, their adult children worry that their infatuation is a case of \"puppy love\" and won't last."
2019-04-06
"A former military man wants to marry a woman he met online and start a new life on the other side of the country; while\u00a0his family is in the dark about his decision, his new fianc\u00e9e grapples with the weight of his posttraumatic stress disorder."
2019-04-13
"It's a passionate plea for acceptance when two young women decide to surprise their families with news of their upcoming\u00a0engagement; after the initial shock wears off, it is evident that the concerns for this couple run much deeper than gender."
2019-04-20
"When a spirited young businesswoman falls hopelessly in love with an older man who suffered a tragic loss, both of their\u00a0families worry that their impending union may be more about filling a void then building a life together."
2019-04-27
"Season one couples return for a final check-in with relationship expert Tracy McMillan; hot topics include what happened\u00a0when the cameras stopped rolling, whether they have any regrets, and whom they continue to choose -- family or fianc\u00e9."
2020-01-11
"With only seven days until the wedding, two desperate fianc\u00e9s attempt to find peace within their feuding families; they\u00a0are completely ill-prepared when their relatives unite with one common purpose: to declare they are not ready for marriage."
2020-01-18
"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 fianc\u00e9e's insecure and destructive behaviour might signal that she isn't ready for marriage."
2020-01-25
"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."
2020-02-01
"A bride-to-be with two daughters attempts to make peace with her fiance's misogynistic best friend before their upcoming\u00a0wedding; the couple discovers, however, that the key to a successful union lies in prioritizing and protecting their own."
2020-02-08
"A minister and his soon-to-be bride realise they must exorcise their demons in therapy before they marry, beginning with strained family relationships."
2020-02-15
"A young man attempts to mend a broken relationship between his controlling fianc\u00e9 and his overprotective 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."
2020-02-22
"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."
2020-02-29
"An aspiring rapper and his fianc\u00e9e seek to receive blessings on their union, despite her family's strong objections; in\u00a0the process, the bride begins to wonder if a forever commitment to a struggling artist is really in her best interest."
2020-07-11
"A couple with a long history together attempt to mend their broken relationship after a heartbreaking betrayal; while finding the strength to forgive, they realize that other toxic familial relationships may be contributing to their unhappy union."
2020-07-18
"A bride-to-be hopes to mend the chaos her disrespectful fianc\u00e9 has caused between her sister and mother; she comes to realize that his inability to empathize with any serious emotions might prove a much larger problem for their union."
2020-07-25
"After years of tension, a bride-to-be seeks to build a friendship with her fianc\u00e9's sister; she discovers, however, that\u00a0her tumultuous relationship with her own mother might be keeping her from bonding with anyone else."
2020-08-01
"With only a few weeks to go before their upcoming wedding, fianc\u00e9s Amie and Craig attempt to mend some tumultuous relationships with their families; they soon discover that fixing one issue leads to unexpected revelations and turmoil."
2020-08-08
"Tempers flare when a man fears his soon to be mother-in-law doesn't approve of her son's upcoming union; after clearing\u00a0the air, their loved ones' concerns are further solidified when they witness a relationship that is more volatile than loving."
2020-08-15
"Engaged couple Imani and Colby, who recently renounced their religious beliefs, attempt to win over the support of their deeply devout families. The bride's sister fears her sibling may be changing against her own free will."
2020-08-22
"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."
2020-08-29
"An aspiring influencer is engaged to a man with no social media presence who doesn't approve of her new career choice; her inspirational body posts leave his family to question her morals while her family worries about his controlling attitude."
Season 2 - Family or Fiancé
2021-07-17
"Tempers flare when an engaged man tries to force his parents into accepting his much younger fianc\u00e9e, 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."
2021-07-24
"Blending families is a challenge when the bride's teenage sons disapprove of their soon-to-be stepfather's disciplinary\u00a0style; the groom analyzes his relationship with the boys and realizes there are larger unaddressed issues from his own childhood."
2021-07-31
"An engaged couple wishes to lead a polyamorous lifestyle; they find themselves in a sticky situation when their girlfriend falls in love with the husband-to-be; the groom won't draw the line, the bride fears their relationship is crumbling."
2021-08-07
"A bride, raised to be a trophy wife, falls deeply in love with a downtown type of guy whose history with women is questionable; chaos ensues when her mother tries to convince her to ditch her fianc\u00e9 and go back to her wealthy ex-husband."
2021-08-14
"A man in his 50s and a woman in her 20's bring their families together with the hope of gaining acceptance for their union; it is revealed that their age difference is not the most concerning issue within their relationship."
2021-08-21
"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."
2021-08-28
"Two brides planning their wedding hope to resolve issues with their own 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."
2021-09-04
"A bride hopes that her fiance will be able to get along with her male best friend before their wedding; from the groom's\u00a0perspective, he fears that this college buddy has ulterior motives for remaining close to his future wife."
2021-09-11
"A young bride is anxious to marry the man of her dreams and become part of his family; a recent indiscretion on his part\u00a0leaves her questioning whether he is the father of another woman's baby."
2021-09-18
"A power couple in the restaurant industry yearn to find more intimacy in their relationship before saying \"I do\"; while\u00a0the bride turns to her sister for comfort, the groom fantasizes about keeping her family permanently out of their business."
2021-09-25
"A divorced couple decides to give their marriage another chance but have kept their engagement a secret from family and\u00a0friends. Once the happy news is revealed, their loved ones are left shocked, confused and more than a little concerned."
2021-10-16
"After a bride was unfaithful early in their relationship, the groom now battles with extreme jealousy and control issues\u00a0that have her family worried for her emotional well-being; also, her cultural traditions clash with his ambitions."
2021-10-23
"An interracial couple try 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."
2021-10-30
"A same-sex couple wishes to marry, but one groom's deeply religious mother has made it clear that she believes being gay\u00a0is a sin; fearing rejection, her son has hidden his life and two-year engagement from her."
2021-11-06
"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."
2021-11-13
"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."
2021-11-20
"A bride hopes that her groom can relinquish his identity as a ladies' man and focus on becoming the family man that she\u00a0needs and wants him to be; but without a father figure of his own growing up, he struggles with what that role should entail."
2021-11-27
"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; the bride's family worries that her physical health is compromised by the stressful situation."
2021-12-04
"A couple who rushed into an engagement now face some serious conversations when they discover that their philosophies on\u00a0religion, children, and other crucial ideologies are so unaligned that the groom even refuses to get a marriage license."
2021-12-11
"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 - Family or Fiancé
2022-08-06
"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."
2022-08-13
"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."
2022-08-20
"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."
2022-09-10
"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."
2022-09-17
"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."
2022-10-01
"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."
2022-10-08
"Brijet and Andre may live thousands of miles apart, but after three months of dating, they are ready to get married; Brijet's family feel that they don't even know her any more and worry she has lost herself, and her values, in this relationship."
2022-10-15
"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."
2022-12-17
"In a twist on the usual format, a couple who has been married for six years seeks counseling from Tracy and their families: Should they continue to work on their crumbling marriage, or decide to part ways for good and finally sign the divorce papers?"
Season 4 - Family or Fiancé
2025-02-08
"James and Jamica met at a family funeral ... yes, a family funeral. They are third cousins, and naturally their immediate family has some heavy concerns for their union. Before they walk down the aisle, can these two put their loved ones' minds at ease?"
2025-02-15
"After a romantic meet-cute in a New York City rainstorm, Sonia and Michael fell in love and now plan to get married. But when reality set in, they soon realized that their lifestyles, ambitions and parenting styles were not in sync with each other at all."
