Bringing Up Bates
This family based reality program follows Gil and Kelly Jo who are raising their 19 children with Love, Humor, and Christian values. No matter the situation, the family faces it together.
Genre: Reality-TV
Cast:Gil Bates , Kelly Jo Bates , Lawson Bates , Katie Bates , Erin Bates , Nathan Bates , Trace Bates , Addallee Bates , Jeb Bates , Josie Bates , Zach Bates , Jackson Bates , Isaiah Bates , Callie Bates , Tori Bates , Warden Bates , Ellie Bates , Judson Bates
S4.E1 ∙ Big Family, Big Changes
It's a season of change for the Bates with new loves, careers, and a grandbaby on the way! But when Gil undergoes surgery, it makes everyone think about the future.
S4.E2 ∙ Bates Boy Birthday Bash
It's Trace and Jeb's birthday and there's only one rule: no girls allowed! The brothers, who share a birthday, plan a party for Bates boys only!
S4.E3 ∙ A Lovely Day
The whole family arrives at the Bates house to celebrate their favorite holiday, "I Love You Day" AND there's someone new at the table - Tori's new beau!
S4.E4 ∙ Sunshine State Bates
While Alyssa may live far from the family, they're never far from their hearts! We check in with the Websters while Erin and Whitney talk with Kelly Jo about all things baby girl!
S4.E5 ∙ Tough Decisions and Large Ambitions
Lawson travels to Nashville and makes exciting new plans for his music career. Meanwhile, expectant couples, Zach and Whitney and Erin and Chad bond over their upcoming baby girls.
S4.E6 ∙ The Big Chili
The Bates family is reunited to perform at a fundraiser. Without much time to practice, will they come up flat or be able to pull it together in time?
S4.E7 ∙ The Great Bates Clean Up
The Bates are ready to clean house! Kelly Jo leads the project and tries to convince the kids to get rid of their old junk and used toys. But when Gil gets sentimental he may make a mess of the whole endeavor.
S4.E8 ∙ Bloopers, Outtakes and Mishaps, Oh My!
As we've seen, the Bates kids are full of hilarious sayings and entertaining moments. We take a look back at the funniest and wackiest things the Bates kids have said and done.
S4.E9 ∙ Boyfriends and Birthdays
It's the girls' turn to celebrate as Allie Jane and Carlin share a birthday. They soon realize it's a lot harder to plan a party for both a 1-year-old and an 18-year-old than they thought. Kelly Jo and Gil meet Tori's boyfriend's family.
S4.E10 ∙ Who's in Charge?
The kids are in charge while Kelly Jo and Gil take a much needed trip to Niagara Falls. But when some of the kids get sick, will they be able to handle the pressure?
S4.E11 ∙ Bates Make the Grade
It's time to flip the tassel as Trace and Carlin get ready to receive their high school diplomas! As the family prepares for the big bash, they find themselves one man down when Kelly Jo falls ill.
S4.E12 ∙ The 20th Bates
Ever wonder what it would be like to be part of the Bates family? Join the 20th Bates contest winner as they meet the family and embark on a day-in-the-life of a Bates.
S4.E13 ∙ Growing Paine
Carson is turning 1 and it's Erin's first time hosting the whole family, so she enlists everyone's help. She quickly loses the boys when the party's entertainment arrives. Katie and Josie hop behind the wheel for their first driving lesson.
S4.E14 ∙ Bates Dish It Out
The Bates family heads to an all-you-can-eat buffet, but will some of the Bates' eyes be bigger than their stomachs? Lawson finds inspiration from an unlikely duet partner, Emily Ann Roberts, a former contestant on The Voice.
S4.E15 ∙ From the Couch: The Bates Go to Florida
The Bates are back to lend their colorful commentary to yet another memorable episode! Watch as they give real-time commentary on their Florida adventure including the hilarious monster truck ride through the swamp!
S4.E16 ∙ You Can't Spell Paintball Without PAIN!
Jackson is turning 14 and it's time to help out on a tree job. The guys come together to celebrate Jackson's birthday with a rowdy game of paintball. But it isn't too long before they learn that you can't spell paintball without PAIN.
S4.E17 ∙ Three Pointers and Puppies
The Bates boys are going to basketball camp. Meanwhile, Chad and Erin are expecting baby Brooklyn any day now! But they're already thinking about adding another member to the family - a new puppy!
S4.E18 ∙ Meet Kaci Lynn Bates
Zach, Whitney, and the whole Bates family get ready to meet their newest addition, Kaci Lynn! But they learn that Kaci Lynn is breach and if she doesn't turn, it could have dangerous consequences for mom and baby.
S4.E19 ∙ Supersized: Extra Paine
A special new super sized episode of Bringing Up Bates featuring extra footage of Jackson's paintball party and a visit from Meemaw.
S4.E20 ∙ Muddy Buddies
The family goes on a messy adventure when they pack up and go mudding on four wheelers. But when the weather takes an unexpected turn the family is in danger of losing their muddy good time.
S4.E21 ∙ Nashville Nights and Country Campouts
Lawson is shining up his boots for a gig in Nashville! Meanwhile, Jackson, Warden and Isaiah camp out in their favorite spot...the fort. Lawson takes the stage at a venue in Nashville.
S4.E22 ∙ And Baby Makes Five?
As Brooklyn's birth gets closer, Erin recounts her struggles with Carson's labor and even though it will be worth it when she has Brooklyn in her arms, she worries that she'll face the same difficulties this time around.
S4.E24 ∙ Supersized: Extra Chili
In this all new supersized episode, get more from the Bates as they attend an event at the fire station that saved Addallee's life when she was a baby.
S4.E25 ∙ From the Couch: Thanksgiving
Join the Bates family as they re-live some hilarious and touching moments from their Thanksgiving at Papa Bill and Mamma June's house. It's an overstuffed episode you won't want to miss!
