Bride & Prejudice

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  • 2016
  • 2 Seasons
  • 7.3  (11)

Bride & Prejudice is a reality TV show that aired on the FYI network back in 2017, hosted by well-known relationship and family therapist Dr. Karen Ruskin. The show revolves around five couples who are about to get married but are facing opposition from their friends and family members.

The show features an interesting premise, as the title suggests. In the same vein as Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice," the show tackles the idea of bringing couples from different backgrounds, cultures, and traditions together, which often leads to conflicts and tension. The relationships are put to the test as the couples, along with their skeptical family members, move in together for three weeks before the big day. They must navigate the challenges of their relationship and deal with other issues like finances, careers and cultural differences. The show is meant to be a test to see how true their love is, and if they can overcome the prejudices and biases of their closest friends and family.

Aside from the couples themselves, the show features a group of experts, including psychologist and marriage and family therapist Dr. Karen Ruskin, who works to help the couples navigate the challenges they face by providing them with the tools and resources they need to address their problems proactively.

One of the couples profiled is Mauricio Sanchez and his fiancée, Galina, who come from vastly different backgrounds. Mauricio is a Mexican-American who hails from a traditional Roman Catholic family. Galina is Russian, and her family is Russian-Ukrainian Orthodox, which establishes a difficult beginning for the couple.

Mauricio’s devout Catholic family practices service and charity work in their community as part of their faith. Meanwhile, Galina's family is much more reserved and traditional in their practices. They pride themselves on being reserved and private, which is dramatically different from what Mauricio's family is used to. In addition to the differences in religious practices, Mauricio's family members are often overwhelmed by Galina's dominant personality, the constant chatter of her native Russian language, and the strong flavors of Russian cuisine.

Gus Murray and his fiancee, Lauren, also faced significant backlash over their relationship on the show. Gus' parents were concerned about the couple's age difference, with Gus being ten years older than Lauren. They were also worried about Lauren's commitment to their relationship because of her previous relationship history. However, Gus' parents were happy to learn that Lauren was ready to be a faithful partner and mother to their future children.

The show's dramatic highlight revolves around the wedding day, where the couple's family members finally meet each other. Despite the significant differences, everyone tries to put their differences aside and come together to celebrate the couple's love.

This is where the expertise of Dr. Karen Ruskin comes into play, as she works closely with the families to help them bridge the cultural gaps and overcome the prejudices that stood in the way of their involvement in the couple's relationship.

In the end, the show is all about relationships and family dynamics. It's an exploration of what happens when we shatter expectations, step outside of our comfort zones and come together with people who may share very little in common with us. The premise of the show speaks to people who want to see what happens when love takes two people down a journey that involves growth, change, and transformation.

Overall, Bride & Prejudice delivers the drama and the rom-com stories that appeal to people who like reality TV shows with a hint of comedy/tragedy that deliver a fair-share of excitement and heartbreak. The show may be predictable at times, but viewers will appreciate how the show is all about overcoming cultural, religious, racial and age prejudices to find love in the most unexpected places.

Bride & Prejudice is a series that ran for 2 seasons (16 episodes) between March 15, 2016 and on fyi

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Forever Hold Your Peace
10. Forever Hold Your Peace
April 29, 2020
Cameron and Willi throw a party to announce their engagement, but are unsure whether Willi's family will support them; Kelly makes one last-ditch effort to change Blair's mind about getting married; and after revealing a huge secret, Kareem and Keekee realize the pressure of their family.
It All Comes Down To This
9. It All Comes Down To This
April 22, 2020
It's Commitment Day and the couples have their final sit-down with Cal to announce their decision whether to get married or go their separate ways. Blair reaches out to her dad with marriage plans and she and Chris surprise Cal with their answer. Cameron and Willi move forward without her family's approval, bringing Willi to tears and Pastor Cal to his boiling point. Kee Kee and Kareem's problems mount, leading to a revelation no one saw coming.
Pray On It
8. Pray On It
April 15, 2020
The couples face their families before Commitment Day in an attempt to gain their parent's approval for marriage.
Dream Date Or Living Nightmare?
7. Dream Date Or Living Nightmare?
April 8, 2020
Tensions mount after Cal reveals his surprising plan for the couples to go on their dream dates. This sets off fireworks between both the couples and their parents who are defiant in their belief that their kids are not ready for marriage. Willi's mom confronts Cameron over his Christian beliefs, Kareem's attempts at wooing Marvaline fall flat, and Chris confronts Kelly over a horrific text she sent her daughter.
Guess Who's Coming To Dinner?
6. Guess Who's Coming To Dinner?
April 1, 2020
The couples bring their families together for a dinner to smooth things over but ends up doing the opposite.
Don't Test Me
5. Don't Test Me
March 25, 2020
Michael and Leah talk to Cameron about his reluctance to convert; Kelly grills Chris but is met with resistance; Kareem is doubting if his relationship with Kee Kee is worth it.
Family Feud
4. Family Feud
March 18, 2020
The couples get together socially and press each other on their progress. Willi finally gets enough courage to ask Cameron for what she really wants, but doesn't get the answer she was hoping for. All of the families sit down with Cal in one room for an explosive session with everyone in each other's business.
Think Of The Children
3. Think Of The Children
March 11, 2020
Blair and Chris confront Blair's head-strong mother about her apparent prejudice leading to a shocking revelation about her own husband; Willi and Cameron face even greater resistance from their respective families over religion; and Kareem's mother rejects his dream of adopting Kee Kee's son.
Parents Just Don't Understand
2. Parents Just Don't Understand
March 4, 2020
The couples confront their skeptical parents and shock them with plans to get married in a matter of weeks. Relationship expert, Pastor Calvin Roberson, meets the couples' parents for the first time and hears their concerns about their child's choice of partner, resulting in verbal fireworks and hurt feelings.
Will You Marry Me?
1. Will You Marry Me?
February 26, 2020
Three star-crossed couples are ready and waiting to get married, but all face opposition from their families. Over the next four weeks, the couples will work with a relationship expert to help find common ground with their parents who have been dead-set against their unions from the start. By the end of this social experiment, if they cannot get their families' approval, each couple will have to decide whether to get married, or fulfill their parents' wishes and break up.
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Where to Watch Bride & Prejudice
Bride & Prejudice is available for streaming on the fyi website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Bride & Prejudice on demand at Philo, Amazon, Vudu, Lifetime, Microsoft Movies & TV, Sling, Google Play and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    March 15, 2016
  • IMDB Rating
    7.3  (11)