The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On challenges couples to test the strength of their relationships by participating in a social experiment, where they temporarily switch partners. This experience aims to help them decide whether to commit to their current partner or move on.
The latest episodes of The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On, released on December 11, 2024, were full of drama as the couples dealt with jealousy, connection-building, and lingering doubts. For Caleb and Mariah, tensions reached a boiling point.
Caleb’s lack of enthusiasm toward their relationship became more apparent, frustrating Mariah as she struggled to address the growing distance between them.
While Caleb seemed disengaged from their issues, he found comfort in his trial partner, Aria, whose peaceful demeanor contrasted with Mariah. Mariah grew increasingly suspicious of Caleb and Aria's bond, confronting both about the potential for deeper feelings. Fans of the show took to X about Caleb's growing disinterest in Mariah.
"imo Caleb is completely over his relationship with Mariah and won't just admit it, he's so dry, cold and disconnected from her," one fan commented.
"I do not like Caleb. He doesn’t deserve Mariah and he doesn’t want her. #TheUltimatum," another X user wrote.
"It’s sad I have nothing to say about Caleb and Mariah because we don’t see them do anything together. I’m pretty sure their entire relationship is exactly what we saw," another netized tweeted.
"I feel like Caleb is committed to misunderstanding Mariah and it’s annoying me. #TheUltimatum," another X user wrote.
Few fans of the show The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On speculated about Caleb being confused about Mariah and the reasons behind their fight.
"Mariah is able to communicate her feelings and articulate her emotions so well. I think it’s intimidating to Caleb bc he doesn’t know what he wants #TheUltimatum," another fan wrote.
"Caleb is fake. He was feeling Aria behind the scenes and played her in public smh #theultimatum" one fan said.
"Caleb doesn’t like Mariah at all and I feel like he’s only staying cause he feel like he’s abandoning her like how her parents did which isn’t the same thing. It’s just y’all not compatible and that’s okay. #TheUltimatum" another user commented.
Caleb and Aria's trial marriage in The Ultimatum: Marry or Move on season 3
Caleb and Aria’s trial marriage changed their dynamics in The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On. Aria, seeking a different experience from her relationship with Scotty, appreciated Caleb’s calm and peace-seeking approach. Without significant responsibilities or major conflicts, their time together remained uncomplicated.
Their interaction gained recognition from Aria’s friends, who seemed to approve of Caleb. Their bond became evident through a thoughtful exchange of parting gifts, where both selected books for each other. Aria also included a handwritten card, which Caleb acknowledged with appreciation.
"We were honestly able to be vulnerable with each other. I did not feel judged at all. And I think that he was just there for me, and I just felt really secure with you," Aria told Caleb.
Meanwhile, Mariah grew increasingly observant of Caleb and Aria’s connection. She confronted Aria about the possibility of pursuing Caleb beyond a friendship. While Aria refrained from expressing clear intentions, her openness to the idea, if encouraged by Caleb, raised uncertainties for Mariah.
Watch the latest episodes of The Ultimatum: Marry or Move On, which are currently streaming on Netflix.