Season 27
11 episodes · 2023
After a heartbreaking departure from Gabby and Rachel's season of "The Bachelorette," Zach Shallcross' journey to find love continues when he steps in as leading man for the 27th season of "The Bachelor." The endearing 26-year-old tech executive from Anaheim Hills, Calif., stole Bachelor Nation's heart with his quiet charm, wit and openness to finding lasting love. A family man at heart, Shallcross splits time between Texas and Orange County. His parents -- who have been married over 30 years -- have shown him what true love looks like, and he strives to find a love that echoes the standard they have set for him.
1Week 1
Zach meets 30 women looking for love.
2Week 2
Zach continues to carve his own path and decides to give each of the 20 women a chance to take the next step on their journeys to potential love; Zach takes off on a helicopter ride to his hometown for his first one-on-one date.
3Week 3
During a crucial week, Zach takes two lucky women on jaw-dropping one-on-one dates featuring prehistoric creatures and a romantic musical performance.
4Week 4
Zach begins his international journey to find love with a deep-sea dive and all-terrain vehicle adventure on the romantic beaches of the Bahamas.
5Week 5
Zach and the remaining women head to London for another week of adventure; Zach is in a never-before-seen scenario which could drastically alter the journey ahead.
6Week 6
Zach is making up for lost time in Tallinn, Estonia, where he tests the strength of one connection in a friendly local competition and steps out of his comfort zone at a nude sauna; an Estonian witch works her magic to help him find love.
7Week 7
It's a crucial week in Budapest, Hungary, with hometowns coming up; after a week of scenic overlooks, mystical mentalists and hot air balloon rides, Zach comes closer to finding the one.
8Week 8
Zach returns to the United States and sets off on a cross-country adventure to meet the families of his four remaining women in their hometowns.
9The Women Tell All
Zach's former flames come together to address some of the season's most unforgettable moments and dramatic controversies; Zach enters the hot seat to answer questions and share a sneak peek of overnight dates; an announcement changes someone's life.
10Week 10
Love is in the air when Zach and the final three women travel to Krabi, Thailand.
11Finale and After the Final Rose
Zach introduces Gabi and Kaity to his family. A live studio audience watches as Jesse Palmer sits down with Zach and his three final women to watch the emotional conclusion of his journey.