Family or Fiancé (2019)
"Before they say "I do," they'll need a "yes" from their families."
Synopsis
"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."
Creator
Julie Pizzi, Jonathan Murray, Jonathan M. Singer
Network
OWN, OWN
Episodes
Ashaki & Chris: The Young & the Reckless
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.
Ashley & Keron: The Devil's in the Details
A 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 & Chris: Man or Mama's Boy?
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.
Amber & Justin: Huge Little Lies
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.
Lazaundra & Julian: Too Fast & Too Furious
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.
Tselane & Justin: Old Traumas, New Dramas
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 his family is in the dark about his decision, his new fiancée grapples with the weight of his posttraumatic stress disorder.
Briana & Nikkiya: Same Sex, Equal Mess
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.
Sumer & Keith: The Widower & the Wild Child
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.
Where Are They Now?
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.
Cindy & Jamiah: Families in Feud
With 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 & Danley: While Jesus Saves, She Misbehaves
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 behaviour might signal that she isn't ready for marriage.
Natasha & Romeo: Mind on Her Money, Mom on His Mind
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.
LaShonda & Dre: Loose Lips Sink Friendships
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.
Jazmine & Reggie: The Preachers Wife to Be
A minister and his soon-to-be bride realise they must exorcise their demons in therapy before they marry, beginning with strained family relationships.
Cortne & Justin: Mother of Misunderstandings
A 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 & Tabias: Blindsided & Betrayed
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.
Sheri & Micah: Indecisive Proposal
An 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 & Eric: Wildin' Til Wedding
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.
Alexis & Akil: I Second NO Emotion
A 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 & Charles: Opposites Attract & Mama Reacts
After 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 & Craig: Background Check Yourself
With 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 & Jamarcus: Engaged & Enraged
Tempers 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 & Colby: Brace Yourself for Atheists
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.
Brittney & Patrick: My Best Friend's Bougie Wedding
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.
Ashley & William: 99 Problems & Social Media is One
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.
Cast
Details
Original Title
Family or Fiancé
Status
Returning Series
Seasons
4
Episodes
63
Production
Bunim/Murray Productions, Banijay Studios North America
