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Bringing Up Bates (2015)

2015 US 9 Seasons 235 Episodes

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Overview

Gil and Kelly Jo Bates embarked on their marriage without intentions of starting a family, yet two decades later, they find themselves navigating life with 19 children. This large, close-knit clan showcases a unique blend of love and chaos, highlighting both the challenges and the heartwarming moments that arise from a bustling household. Spanning ages two to 25, their journey is filled with laughter, struggles, and the occasional drama, revealing that while their family may seem ideal, they are just like any other, embracing imperfection amid the delightful whirlwind of daily life.

Cast

Gil Bates Kelly Jo Bates Zach Bates Whitney Bates Erin Paine Tori Smith Michael Keilen Carlin Stewart Josie Balka Alyssa Webster

Episodes

The Dragon's Call

Courtship & Marriage

The Mark of Nimueh

The Poisoned Chalice

Training up Bates

A Remedy to Cure All Ills

Organized Chaos

Welcome Grandbaby Bates

The Gates of Avalon

The Purity Ring

The Beginning of the End

Brandon and Michaella

The Moment of Truth

A Big Bates Thanksgiving

The Bates go to Florida

The Labyrinth of Gedref

All About the Bates

To Kill the King

Le Morte d'Arthur

A Birthday to Remember

All Together Again

The Curse of Cornelius Sigan

Future in Laws?

The Once and Future Queen

High Risks, High Hopes

The Nightmare Begins

Movin' in with Meema

Lancelot and Guinevere

Blessings... and New Beginnings?

Beauty and the Beast (1)

Brandon Pops the Question

Beauty and the Beast (2)

Doctor's Orders

The Witchfinder

The Sins of the Father

The Wedding To-Do List

The Lady of the Lake

Erin's Little Miracle

Boating with the Bates

The Witch's Quickening

The Fires of Idirsholas (1)

The Quest for the Dress

The Last Dragonlord (2)

Addee & Ellie's Pool Party!

Hello Dollywood

Best Bates Memories

The Tears of Uther Pendragon (1)

Welcome Back Bates

The Tears of Uther Pendragon (2)

Sweet Tea & Sit Ups

15 Kids and an Empty Nest

Wedding Bliss and a First Kiss

The Crystal Cave

Fly Fishin' Zip Linin' Honeymoon

Training Wheels and Trick Saddles

The Castle of Fyrien

Windy City Newly Weds

The Eye of the Phoenix

Beaches, Boats and Bates

Love in the Time of Dragons

Back Seat Bates

Queen of Hearts

Time to Renobate!

Bringing Up Bradley

The Sorcerer's Shadow

The Coming of Arthur (1)

Love is in the Heir

The Coming of Arthur (2)

The Big Apple of Nathan's Eye

Headed to the Altar

From the Couch: Back Seat Bates

From the Couch: Organized Chaos

The Darkest Hour (1)

Big Family, Big Changes

The Darkest Hour (2)

Bates Boys Birthday Bash

Sunshine State Bates

His Father's Son

Tough Decisions and Large Ambitions

A Servant of Two Masters

The Secret Sharer

The Great Bates Clean-Up

Bloopers, Outtakes, And Mishaps, OH MY!

Birthdays and Boyfriends

Lancelot du Lac

A Herald of the New Age

The Hunter's Heart

The Sword in the Stone (1)

The Sword in the Stone (2)

Bates Dish it Out

From the Couch: The Bates Go To Florida

SUPERSIZED: Extra Paine

SUPERSIZED: Extra Birthday

Arthur's Bane (1)

Summer Lovin', Guitar Strummin and a Surprise a Comin'!

Arthur's Bane (2)

Plans, Bands And Mashed Potatoes!

The Death Song of Uther Pendragon

A Birthday and A Birdie

Another's Sorrow

Surprise! Kelly Jo's Big 5-0!

I 'Donut' Know What I'd Do Without You!

A Lesson in Vengeance

Shakeups, Steaks, and Showtime

The Hollow Queen

Sweet Home Spartanburg

With All My Heart

Fire trucks and Diaper Dumps

The Kindness of Strangers

Loads of Laundry and Lots of Lessons

Bike Racks, Barbers & Big Duets

The Drawing of the Dark

The Diamond of the Day (1)

Mass-A-Somethin'

Working Up an Appetite

The Diamond of the Day (2)

The Cubs Land in Chicago

Road Trip Romance

Bobby's Movin' In

Sibling Revelry

He Said, She Shed

NEWLYWED EDITION

Don't Worry, We've 'Goat' This!

Stop, Drop and Wash

MORE Bloopers, Outtakes and Mishaps, Oh My!

Lawson and Sadie's Big Breakup

One Cap, Two Gowns?

The Night The Lights Went Out in Tennessee

The Fabulous Backwoods Bates Boys

Here’s the Scoop

Courtship, Kiddos, and Future Son-In-Laws?

Uncharted Waters

The 4 C’s: Carat, Clarity, Carlin & Courtship

Decorating Dilemmas and Job Decisions

Bobby's Happy Camper

SUN Day, Fun Day!

Erin’s Surprise Takes the Cake!

The Best is Yet to Come

Bates Sports Special

Fan Favorite Clips

Save the Date and Decisions to Make!

Icing on the Cakes

Big Decision, Bigger Opinions

Fixin’ for New Beginnings

Can You Have a Wedding Shower Without the Bride & Groom?

Beach Blanket Bachelorette!

Another Beautiful Season of Blessings

Countdown to ‘I Do’

Tori’s Winter Wonderland Wedding

The Bates Get Candid

Mother’s Day Special – UPdated!

The Bates Royal Wedding Celebration!

A Heavenly Honeymoon & A Courtship Countdown!

Eye Love You Day!

Hit the Road Jack!

Lions, and Tigers, and Bates, Oh My!

Just a Little Off the Top, Please…

One Week, Three Babies?!

A Bundle of Joy and a Rodeo Show

Ready or Not, Baby Kade Is on His Way!

It's a Boy & Maybe One More?

A Very Medieval I Love You Day!

A Blushing Bride to Be!

A Blushing Bride to Be!

A Baby Grand Plan!

Baby Mamas and Bridesmaids Drama

Home is Where the Heart Is!

A Wedding Worth the Wait

A First Time for Everything!

A Busy Business and a Baby Bombshell

First Home and Strict Chaperones!

Happy News and Health Concerns

Surgery and Surprises

A Pizza Katie's Heart

A Great Bates Getaway

Nesting Mode & Mommies on a Mission!

Taking Care of Business & Florida Fun

Brandon's Book and Kelly Jo's New Look

Holiday Cheer and New Baby Khloe is Here!

Holiday Traditions and Baby Additions!