OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network’s fan favorite unscripted series “Family or Fiancé” is back this February with all-new one-hour episodes featuring engaged couples and their families trying to get on the same page before walking down the aisle. The new season premieres Saturday, February 8 @ 9PM ET/PT, and moves to its regular 8PM ET/PT time on March 1.
Hosted by renowned relationship coach Tracy McMillan, this high-stakes social experiment brings real-life couples and their disapproving families together for three days to unpack their differences. After coaching sessions and tasks designed to strengthen bonds, will the families’ renewed understanding persuade them to bless the couple’s happily-ever-after, or will they be forced to choose between family or fiancé?
The first batch of episodes are below, with additional episodes slated to debut later in 2025.
“James and Jamica: Kissin’ Cousins” – Premieres Saturday, February 8 @ 9PM ET/PT
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?
“Sonia and Michael: She Works Hard for Her Money” – Premieres Saturday, February 15 @ 9PM ET/PT
After a romantic first meeting in a New York City rainstorm, Sonia and Michael fell in love and decided to quickly marry. But when reality sets in, they realize that their lifestyles, ambitions and parenting styles are not always in sync.
“Tiara and Aikeem: Crazy, Angry, Love” – Premieres Saturday, March 1 @ 8PM ET/PT
Childhood sweethearts with a history of breaking up and making up have decided they are ready to commit to marriage, but their families worry that past traumas are still clouding their abilities to maintain a healthy and functional relationship.
“Oleathia and Terrance: Ghosts of Relationships Past” – Premieres Saturday, March 8 @ 8PM ET/PT
After a debilitating accident, Oleathia and Terrance fast-tracked their courtship into living together, with Terrance caring for her and her two sons. But six weeks before the wedding, the crisis is over, and the family struggles to find common ground.
“Britne and Jide: A Valentine’s Day Mom-sacre” – Premieres Saturday, March 15 @ 8PM ET/PT
An engaged couple finds that their uniquely opposite family histories make it hard to trust each other’s intentions in the relationship. While the groom-to-be struggles with his mama’s boy identity, his fiancé struggles with her own childhood trauma.
“Family or Fiancé” is produced by Bunim/Murray Productions.
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Overview"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." |
