Family or Fiancé
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TV-14Reality • RomanceSeason 124 Episodes
Ashaki and Chris: The Young & the RecklessS1 E1When 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.
Ashley and Keron: The Devil's in the DetailsS1 E2A fun-loving groom introduces his devout Christian family to his sexually free-spirited fiancée; sparks fly after his soon-to-be bride tells his mother about their bedroom exploits.
Falasha and Chris: Man or Mama's Boy?S1 E3A 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.
Amber and Justin: Huge Little LiesS1 E4A 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.
Lazaundra and Julian: Too Fast & Too FuriousS1 E5When 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.
Tselane and Justin: Old Traumas, New DramasS1 E6A former military man wants to marry a woman he met online and start a new life on the other side of the country; while his family is in the dark about his decision, his new fiancée grapples with the weight of his posttraumatic stress disorder.
Briana and Nikkiya: Same Sex, Equal MessS1 E7It'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.
Sumer and Keith: The Widower & the Wild ChildS1 E8When 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.
Where Are They Now?S1 E9Season 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.
Cindy and Jamiah: Families in FeudS1 E10With only seven days until the wedding, two desperate fiancés attempt to find peace within their feuding families; they are completely ill-prepared when their relatives unite with one common purpose: to declare they are not ready for marriage.
Alexis and Danley: While Jesus Saves, She MisbehavesS1 E11A 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.
Natasha and Romeo: Mind on Her Money, Mom on His MindS1 E12After 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.
Jazmine and Reggie: The Preachers Wife to BeS1 E14A minister and his soon-to-be bride exorcise their demons in therapy.
Cortne and Justin: Mother of MisunderstandingsS1 E15A young man attempts to mend a broken relationship between his controlling fiancé 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.
Dayna and Tabias: Blindsided and BetrayedS1 E16A 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.
Sheri and Micah: Indecisive ProposalS1 E17An aspiring rapper and his fiancée seek to receive blessings on their union, despite her family's strong objections; in the process, the bride begins to wonder if a forever commitment to a struggling artist is really in her best interest.
Chase and Eric: Wildin' Til WeddingS1 E18A 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.
Alexis and Akil: I Second NO EmotionS1 E19A bride-to-be hopes to mend the chaos her disrespectful fiancé 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.
Whitney and Charles: Opposites Attract and Mama ReactsS1 E20After years of tension, a bride-to-be seeks to build a friendship with her fiancé's sister; she discovers, however, that her tumultuous relationship with her own mother might be keeping her from bonding with anyone else.
Amie and Craig: Background Check YourselfS1 E21With only a few weeks to go before their upcoming wedding, fiancés 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.
Brian and Jamarcus: Engaged and EnragedS1 E22Tempers flare when a man fears his soon to be mother-in-law doesn't approve of her son's upcoming union; after clearing the air, their loved ones' concerns are further solidified when they witness a relationship that is more volatile than loving.
Imani and Colby: Brace Yourself for AtheistsS1 E23An atheist couple try to win the support of their deeply devout families.
Brittney and Patrick: My Best Friends Bougie WeddingS1 E24A young couple must bury the past before they look to the future; she is still haunted by her ex-boyfriend, and he must reconcile with loved ones who feel abandoned by his new life.
Ashley and William: 99 Problems and Social Media is OneS1 E25An 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.
Synopsis
"Family or Fiancé" follows the dynamics between eight engaged couples who bring their disapproving families together under one roof. The families only spend three days with each other, and the clock is ticking as the couples decide if they're going to tie the knot. Serving as the voice of reason in this chaotic time is relationship expert Tracy McMillan as she works to help the families confront their concerns. McMillan works with these newly engaged couples to strengthen their bond, air their differences, and reveal their true selves to their families. At the end of the third day, families are given their chance to speak. When that ends, the couples then have to make the ultimate choice -- "I do" or "I don't."Cast
Tracy McMillanRating
TV-14
Genres
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