The Courtship

I was really interested in this show as the setting and idea seemed so interesting! I thought it would show an American woman, especially a black women seeking out love where ever it may be. And in the first few mins the host who is British states there would be men from all over the globe! I thought ok cool. Then out of 16 guys there is only 3 not from the USA? Just one Canadian, 1 UK guy and one from South Korea! Really! Was done then. And the South Korean guy most likely has lived in the US as there is much US military there, and well Canada is very near Seattle where she is from. So really just 1 guy that is really non USA centric. Real let down. I felt it was almost biased in the fact that it implies that a black American woman is not desirable to non American men. I am a black American woman married to a Swedish guy and living in Sweden, he was watching this with me thinking we would see some diversity but was let down also.

I was so excited when I first heard about this show because there's just something about the Regency era in terms of courtship. I love that Ms. Remy's family and best friend are there to help with deciding on the suitors, it allows for her to gain perspective on the guys from those she loves and trusts, and I love their interactions. This show has drama and romance so I'd say it makes good for reality tv and that's what you are expecting and wanting from a romance reality show. So, I'm really happy with it and yes, I am a sucker for romance and the cliches of it, so if that's not your thing, then this may not be for you.

This just arrived on ITV in the Uk and wow I was hooked from the first episode! I watched the whole series in 2 evenings! I loved the regency time setting- so romantic and different! And involving the family and her friend in the process at court was so clever too. Rick Edwards was the perfect host! The only downside was one of the guys was Miles who is a character on another reality show- so that was a really odd choice! And it's NOT a castle! It's a Mansion. (Any British person could tell you that!) Otherwise absolutely loved it! I think she chose the wrong man at the end though (should have been the other one!!) .

Are dating shows actually any good? Not really, we all know that. But the setting and costumes alone give this a solid and deserved 8. What a unique and fantastic idea! What I wouldn't give to be able to play dress up in a real castle and get properly courted? So fun! If you like this time period and the romance of it, you'll enjoy watching and living vicariously through this series. Would love to see more dating shows set in various eras with costumes!

Like "The Bachelorette", this reality show is about bachelors competing for and wooing a beautiful, single female. But there are differences.

"The Courtship" sets the action in the Regency Era, with appropriate customs and manners. Also, the family of the bachelorette accompanies her and is involved in the winnowing of her suitors. Just having them on the premises changes the tone from a hottub-cocktail, club atmosphere to a more sensible undertaking.

I really appreciate that the producers selected men who are serious at getting serious with the lady. And there is a tone of civility between the men. Watching is like viewing a period rom-com involving characters you like.