The Bachelorette season 20: next episode, cast and everything we know

Jesse Palmer and Charity Lawson in The Bachelorette
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Like clockwork, as soon as The Bachelor wraps up it's time for an all-new season of The Bachelorette. This time around, The Bachelor season 27 contestant Charity Lawson is looking for love and she'll have quite a selection of men to choose from. Over two dozen, in fact. 

Here's everything we know about The Bachelorette season 20.

Next episode of The Bachelorette season 20 

The season finale of The Bachelorette season 20 airs Monday, August 21, at 9 pm ET/PT on ABC, with the episode becoming available the following day on Hulu

The August 21 episode features the moment when Charity makes her big decision between Joey, Dotun and Aaron B.. Here's the episode description: "It's a crucial week in Fiji as Charity navigates the surprise of Aaron's return and introduces two men to her family; Jesse Palmer sits down with Charity and her final three men to watch the conclusion of her journey."

We don't have a release date for The Bachelorette season 20 in the UK, but as soon as one is available we'll have it for you right here.

The Bachelorette season 20 episodes

The Bachelorette season 20 episode 1: "Charity's journey to find love begins! Twenty-five charming men arrive, ready to make a lasting impression and win her heart. Later, at the cocktail party, Charity's brother, Nehemiah, makes a shocking reveal, and the night takes an unexpected turn. With a first impression rose on the table, the pressure is on, and every moment counts on the season premiere of The Bachelorette."

The Bachelorette season 20 episode 2: "Charity kicks off her journey in Los Angeles with a concert from Lauren Alaina; Charity attempts to break a Bachelor Nation record with the help of Rachel Recchia and Gabby Windey."

The Bachelorette season 20 episode 3: "A high-stakes week on the road includes two one-on-one dates and a group date inspired by the film Barbie."

The Bachelorette season 20 episode 4: "Charity and the remaining men venture to Stevenson, Washington, for a week full of scenic dates that take their love to new heights and test their survival skills; drama erupts when a surprise guest crashes the cocktail party."

The Bachelorette season 20 episode 5: "With hometowns on the line and Charity's last chance at clarity before meeting families, she and the bachelors spend a crucial week in New Orleans filled with unexpected dates and shocking twists."

The Bachelorette season 20 episode 6: "The stakes are higher than ever as Charity travels across the country to meet the families of her remaining men, hopeful the visits will offer clarity."

The Bachelorette season 20 episode 7: "Charity and her final three men travel to Fiji, where adventures include Fijian pre-marriage rituals, a jungle ATV adventure and jet skiing; an unforeseen visitor crashes the trip."

The Bachelorette season 20 episode 8: "In a night full of confrontations, apologies and emotions, Charity reunites with 13 memorable men to address the season's most unforgettable moments; finale sneak peek; an appearance from the golden bachelor."

The Bachelorette season 20 plot

Here's the synopsis of The Bachelorette season 20 from ABC: 

"Following her heartbreaking departure after her hometown date on Zach Shallcross' season of The Bachelor, Charity Lawson's journey to find love will continue when she steps in as the leading woman for the upcoming 20th season of The Bachelorette, hosted by Jesse Palmer."

Who is the bachelorette in The Bachelorette season 20?

Charity Lawson is the Bachelorette in season 20. She recently appeared in Zach Shallcross' season of The Bachelor. After going home following the hometown visits it's time for her to find true love.

Here's Lawson's bio from ABC:

"A child and family therapist from Columbus, Georgia, Charity Lawson earned a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from Auburn University. The captivating 27-year-old stole America's heart on season 27 of The Bachelor with her confidence, compassion for helping others and magnetic smile. Audiences saw Lawson open herself up to finding love by taking risks, all while supporting those around her. After her emotional exit, she solidified Bachelor Nation's trust in her genuine desire to find love.

"As the Bachelorette, Lawson is searching for a life partner who loves dogs, thrifting and a good tailgate; but, above all else, is honest, empathetic and values her for who she is. With parents who have been married over 47 years, Lawson has been instilled with the confidence of knowing what she deserves and is eager to find a lasting love matching their example."

Who are the men in The Bachelorette season 20?

Over two dozen men will vie for a rose from Charity this season. They range from medical professionals to businessmen, a firefighter and a world record holder. 

Here are the men who will be featured in The Bachelorette season 20:

  • Aaron B., 29, software salesman from San Diego (finalist)
  • Aaron S., 33, firefighter from San Diego
  • Adrian, 33, realtor from Northridge, Calif.
  • Brayden, 24, travel nurse from San Diego
  • Caleb A., 29, resident physician from Ann Arbor, Mich.
  • Caleb B., 24, pro wrestler from Orlando, Fla.
  • Chris, 27, world record jumper from White Plains, N.Y.
  • Dotun, 30, integrative medicine specialist from Brooklyn, N.Y. (finalist)
  • James, 28, attorney from Chicago
  • Joe, 32, tech operations director from San Francisco
  • Joey, 27, tennis pro from Lawai, Hawai'i (finalist)
  • John, data scientist from New York, N.Y.
  • John Henry, 30, underwater welder from Virginia Beach, Va.
  • Josh, 28, Harvard grad student from Bethlehem, Pa.
  • Kaleb K., 26, construction salesman from Norcross, Ga.
  • Khalid, 28, tech recruiter from Dearborn, Mich.
  • Michael, 28, yacht captain from Chicago
  • Nic, 32, HR executive from Bayonne, N.J.
  • Peter, 33, airline pilot from New York, N.Y.
  • Sean, 25, software sales rep from Tampa, Fla.
  • Tanner, 30, mortgage lender from Pittsburgh
  • Taylor, 32, loan officer from Springboro, Ohio
  • Warwick, 27, construction manager from Nashville, Tenn.
  • Xavier, 27, biomedical scientist from Carrboro, N.C>

The Bachelorette season 20 trailer

Here's a sneak peek at the first night of The Bachelorette season 20:

How to watch The Bachelorette season 20 

The Bachelorette season 20 airs Mondays at 8 pm ET/PT beginning June 26, with new episodes streaming the next day on Hulu. ABC is included in most cable packages, but if you've cut the cord, then you can watch shows on ABC without cable through a live streaming service like YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV or FuboTV

UK fans can watch past seasons of The Bachelor and The Bachelorette on Hayu. We'll keep you updated on a release date for The Bachelorette season 20 in the UK.

Sarabeth Pollock
Editorial Content Producer

 

Sarabeth joined the What to Watch team in May 2022. An avid TV and movie fan, her perennial favorites are The Walking Dead, American Horror Story, true crime documentaries on Netflix and anything from Passionflix. You’ve Got Mail, Ocean's Eleven and Signs are movies that she can watch all day long. She's also a huge baseball fan, and hockey is a new favorite.  

When she's not working, Sarabeth hosts the My Nights Are Booked Podcast and a blog dedicated to books and interviews with authors and actors. She also published her first novel, Once Upon an Interview, in 2022.