“The Golden Bachelor” continues with Week 2 on Wednesday, October 1 (10/1/2025), at 9 p.m. ET on ABC.
Cord-cutters can watch the episode live and on demand for free on DirecTV (5-day free trial), Fubo (5-day free trial) and other streaming services listed below.
In tonight’s episode, “as Mel’s journey to find love continues, 12 women take the stage at the historic Bellwether Theater for a no-holds-barred comedy roast, co-hosted by comic Jared Freid; one woman goes on a culinary adventure with Mel at Hollywood’s Petit Trois.”
Where to watch “The Golden Bachelor” live and on demand for free
Viewers without cable can watch the latest episodes of “The Golden Bachelor” live and on demand for free by signing up for the trial offer from DirecTV or Fubo.
Additionally, Sling offers access to ABC in select regions.
Episodes will be available for streaming the following day on Hulu.
What are the differences between the streaming services?
DirecTV – Watch live TV from major broadcast and popular cable networks. Enjoy local and national live sports, breaking news and must-see shows the moment they air. Included: unlimited cloud DVR storage space so you can record as many shows as you want and stream them from wherever you go. DTV starts at $34.99 per month after a 5-day free trial when you shop their customizable genre packs.
Fubo – Fubo offers one of the widest selections of channels among live TV streaming services. More than 220 channels, including all the sports and entertainment you love, plus sports add-ons for those niche networks you rely on, and it all starts with a 5-day free trial and $30 off the first month of service.
Sling – One of the best deals in live TV streaming at just $45.99/month, offering customizable channel lineups for sports, news and entertainment. Now, Sling adds even more value with passes that let you stream live TV without a subscription: just $4.99 for a day, $9.99 for the weekend or $14.99 for a full week. These one-time payments are perfect if you just want to watch a single show, live game or special event. No commitment, no auto-renewal, just affordable access when you need it.
Who is “The Golden Bachelor” for Season 2?
Mel Owens, a 66-year-old former NFL linebacker for the LA Rams turned sports injury lawyer, is the new star of “The Golden Bachelor” Season 2. He lives in California and has two grown sons from an 18-year marriage that ended in 2024. Originally from Detroit, Owens was a standout at the University of Michigan and has built a life focused on family and helping others. Now, he’s ready to find love again to share the next chapter of life.
Who are the contestants for “The Golden Bachelor” Season 2?
This season of “The Golden Bachelor” features 23 incredible women from across the country, all ready to take a chance on love with Mel Owens.
These women, aged 58 to 77, come from diverse backgrounds in medicine, education, finance, aviation, athletics, and the arts. They include retired professionals, business owners and full-time moms.
