The Golden Bachelor? How about The Cattelor?
Fans of The Bachelor say the version of the show, The Golden Bachelor, is a much needed brand extension as the regular format was starting to feel tired. In that spirit, I suggest they try some of my ideas for even more spin-offs.
The Batch-a-lor: A cooking-themed version where contestants woo the Bachelor or Bachelorette with their culinary skills. Each week, contestants face elimination based on their dish. Last chef standing wins the date!
The Backwards Bachelor: Starts with the final rose ceremony and works its way backward to the limo entrances. It’s all about deconstructing a relationship.
The Backpacker: Contestants and the Bachelor embark on a journey backpacking around the world. Whoever’s left carrying the heaviest load (emotionally or physically) gets eliminated.
The Hatchelor: Takes place in a big hen house. Contestants compete to see who can collect the most eggs while dressed in chicken costumes. A fun twist on the farm-to-table trend.
The Batchelor of Arts: A group of artists – painters, sculptors, musicians – compete for the Bachelor’s heart, showcasing their talents and creating works inspired by their relationship with the Bachelor.
The Matchelor: Contestants are only allowed to communicate using matchstick figures and symbols. Great for those who love puzzles and deciphering!
The Cattelor: The Bachelor or Bachelorette has to choose their favorite…cat. Cat owners try to convince the lead why their feline friend should get the final rose.
The Bachelor’s Degree: Set on a college campus, students vie for the heart of their professor (or the other way around). They face academic challenges and college-life drama!
The Snatchelor: This version involves contestants having to “snatch” or steal time with the Bachelor by finding inventive ways to interrupt others.
The Patchelor: Set in a world where everyone wears patches signifying their achievements and interests. The Bachelor(ette) chooses based on the patches the contestants earn each week.
The Yachtchelor: On a luxury yacht, contestants sail the seas, facing maritime challenges, from swabbing the decks to high-seas fashion shows.
The Hatchbackelor: The entire season takes place on a cross-country road trip in a compact car. Think of it as a very cramped journey of love.
The Mismatchelor: Every week, contestants are paired with someone they’re totally incompatible with. The goal? Find common ground and prove that opposites can attract.
The Slapstick Bachelor: Inspired by classic comedy, every date is a sequence of comedic mishaps and pratfalls. Think pies to the face, slipping on banana peels, and so on.
The Dinosaur Bachelor: Set in prehistoric times (with fun costumes and sets). Contestants vie for the attention of the Bachelor while avoiding being eaten by dinosaurs.
