The 100th episode of 9-1-1 showcased a unique crossover with ABC's The Bachelor, adding a comedic twist to the popular first responder procedural. The episode kicked off with season 28's Bachelor, Joey, standing outside the iconic Bachelor mansion, ready to meet his contestants.
Viewers were treated to a parody of the reality show format as women arrived in limos to vie for Joey's attention. The episode cleverly incorporated elements typical of The Bachelor, such as contestants with the same name and over-the-top introductions.
Things took a hilarious turn when a contestant, Bailey, superglued herself to the driveway in a bid to prove her sincerity. The chaos escalated as the 9-1-1 call was made, and the 118 team arrived to handle the situation.
The crossover was a nod to ABC for picking up 9-1-1 after its cancellation by Fox. The idea for the crossover came from Jennifer Love Hewitt, a fan of The Bachelor, who proposed the concept to showrunner Tim Minear.
The collaboration between 9-1-1 and The Bachelor teams resulted in a seamless integration of the two shows, with The Bachelor crew assisting in filming the initial scenes at the mansion. The episode successfully blended the worlds of reality TV and scripted drama, offering viewers a unique and entertaining experience.
9-1-1 continues to air on ABC on Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET, captivating audiences with its thrilling storylines and innovative crossovers.
