1 They have to live with someone they just met. Once a contestant picks a new man or woman to have a “trial marriage” with, their OG significant other officially becomes an ex. They live with the random newbie for three weeks, getting to know every pro and con about life in a new and different relationship. 2 Then they live with the person they went on the show with. After their “trial marriage” is over, contestants go back to their original relationship. That way, they can compare and contrast the feelings they had in both relationships—and some try to show their partner what they learned during their time apart. 3 A final choice must be made on Ultimatum Day. New romance or old? That’s for the contestants to decide on—wait for it—Ultimatum Day. Dun dun dunnn. Each cast member chooses whether they’d like to pursue an engagement with the person they just met, or stick with the person they have history with. 4 Don’t worry: They don’t have to get engaged. Just because the show is called The Ultimatum, doesn’t mean you need to leave the show with a fiancé. That’s right: Contestants have the option of ending the experience solo. 5 They must film for months. The shooting schedule is grueling, and will take up eight weeks. One week is spent meeting and dating new people, three weeks are dedicated to living with someone new, then there’s another three weeks of living with their original partner, followed by… Click below to read the full story from Esquire
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