The WORST episodes of Married at First Sight
Every episode of Married at First Sight ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Married at First Sight!
The cart comes way before the horse in the reality series "Married at First Sight." Based on a hit Danish format, "Married..." features six people who agree to participate in an extreme experiment: Each covenants legal marriage with a complete stranger. Four specialists -- a sexologist, a spiritualist, a psychologist and a sociologist -- use scientific matchmaking methods to determine each couple, who will not have met or had contact with each other until the wedding day. The series then documents the relationships, including honeymoons and other relatable events of married life. After several weeks, each pair must decide whether to remain together or go their individual ways.
#1 - Anniversary Adventures
Season 19 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/6/2025
The couples celebrate their one-month anniversary; while some bonds grow stronger, others face the truth that love isn't certain for all.
#2 - Retreat and Defeat
Season 19 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/6/2025
The couples head off for a weekend retreat; one wife questions her marriage; one couple hides a secret, while another wonders if they'll ever be able to fully merge their lives.
#3 - Two Truths and a Lie
Season 19 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/6/2025
As a lie spirals into a major conflict that could end one couple's marriage, truths are revealed by other couples that shift their relationships in new directions -- for better or for worse.
#4 - New Love is in the Air
Season 18 - Episode 18 - Aired 3/4/2025
In the Aftermath of Decision Day, one couple navigates their new shared life together, while our divorcees return to single life. And as some wrestle with betrayal and disappointment, others find solace in each other and one finds love where they least expected it.
#5 - Nashville Reunion Part 1
Season 16 - Episode 24 - Aired 6/21/2023
The entire Nashville cast returns to discuss the most controversial moments from their season and reveal shocking updates on their lives and relationships. Emotions are at an all-time high as unsettled issues cause tension amongst the group and one couple questions if they made the right choice on Decision Day.
#6 - Falling for You
Season 19 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/23/2025
As the honeymoons continue, some newlyweds fall in love, while others fall apart.
#7 - Catching Flights and Feelings
Season 19 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/23/2025
The final couple meets at the altar; some newlyweds bond fast, but others quickly begin to unravel.
#8 - Denver Reunion, Part 1
Season 17 - Episode 24 - Aired 4/10/2024
Tensions are high as the entire Denver cast revisit the most shocking moments from their season and reveal why their relationships have become so contentious.
#9 - Home Sweet Home
Season 19 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/30/2025
As the newlyweds return from their honeymoons, they move in together and the challenges of married life set in; one couple faces a heated argument while another reaches a breaking point.
#10 - Mile High Matrimony
Season 17 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/18/2023
In Denver, 10 singles take the plunge to marry strangers, sight unseen in two weeks; among them, an inexperienced bride questions her decision, while a groom's girthy secret shocks everyone; the countdown to the weddings is on.
#11 - Second Time's the Charm?
Season 17 - Episode 23 - Aired 3/27/2024
Most of our couples continue to navigate life after Decision Day; and as they build a path forward, they face one more decision, to either build a new life with their exes, or without them. And on our final Decision Day, will the foundation they’ve built allow their marriage to soar, or will the weight of uncertainty bring it all crashing down?
#12 - Don't Mess with My Texas Wedding
Season 19 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/23/2025
The wedding journey continues as four new singles prepare to meet their matches at the altar, but for some, it's not the first time they've said "I do"; the four newlyweds face their first night together, where anything can happen.
#13 - Chicago Reunion, Part 1
Season 18 - Episode 19 - Aired 3/11/2025
Tensions are high as the entire Chicago cast returns one year later to debate and discuss the most shocking and emotional moments from their season. Relationships are still raw as they revisit past issues and question if everyone is telling the truth about what really happened.
#14 - Chef's Kiss and a Rude Diss
Season 18 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/10/2024
With our newlyweds settling into everyday life, their housewarming parties provide valuable information for each individual about their new stranger spouses. As one couple sees a way to mend their differences, another creates a rift that could be their undoing.
#15 - Denver Reunion, Part 2
Season 17 - Episode 25 - Aired 4/17/2024
The Denver cast returns for part two of the season 17 reunions and the emotions are at an all-time high; the cast challenges one another on their truths and when a shocking new secret is exposed, there are tears, animosity and bonds broken forever.
#16 - I Do, Deep in the Heart of Austin
Season 19 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/23/2025
In Austin, 10 singles prepare to marry complete strangers in a quest for love; as two couples say "I do," sparks fly, but first impressions falter when one newlywed clashes with their in-laws and another faces a shocking twist with their new family.
#17 - Something's Fishy
Season 17 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/10/2024
With Decision Day less than four weeks away, the couples work to navigate the uncharted waters of their new lives together. And while some are left broken hearted, a new journey, and a second chance at love, are beginning for another.
#18 - What's Our Safe Word?
Season 16 - Episode 18 - Aired 5/3/2023
Things heat up–on the pole and in the bedroom–for a couple that was still hoping for a spark to ignite. Others meet with friends and family for insights into whether their marriages can last, but one husband is willing to take it all off (his hair, that is) for his wife.
#19 - Nashville Reunion Part 2
Season 16 - Episode 25 - Aired 6/28/2023
More secrets are revealed and evolving relationships are put to the test as the Nashville cast continues to reflect on their unforgettable season. As one couple struggles to overcome the mistakes of their past, another looks forward to the potential of a new future together. Tough questions from the MAFS experts cause tearful regret.
#20 - Wigging Out
Season 17 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/13/2023
As the newlyweds are only just beginning to navigate the challenges of living with a stranger spouse, they host their first housewarming party together; but not all is fun and games as tensions flare and quickly devolve into a shouting match.
#21 - Exploring Intimacy at an Altitude
Season 17 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/17/2024
The couples get creative in an attempt to deepen their connections, but when one wife speaks her truth, her husband is left blindsided; the countdown to "I do" begins for the last pair as the groom wonders if the second time will be the charm.
#22 - First Dates and Swapping Mates
Season 16 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/31/2023
With Decision Day behind them, our ten individuals embark on their lives post-experiment–either as happily married, or back in the dating pool once again. A first date with a mystery man leaves one former wife with a renewed hope for love, while another first date ends with a former husband seeing “red.” And the chemistry is hot when two former spouses steam things up making lattes.
#23 - Love is Up in the Air
Season 16 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/8/2023
For some of our newly wed strangers, love is in the air--but not necessarily on everyone's lips. While some spouses confront deep questions and look inward, other couples try to build love through shared adventures. But after all the sailing, spa nights, and heart-to-hearts, not all of our couples are seeing eye-to-eye.
#24 - Breaking Up the Party
Season 17 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/20/2023
The couple's meet up for a potluck dinner, but the fun is quickly dampened by some explosive news; Dr. Pia visits the couples just in the nick of time as new challenges present themselves.
#25 - Last Call for Music City
Season 16 - Episode 23 - Aired 6/7/2023
In the season finale, our Nashville couples continue to navigate life after Decision Day. While one couple remains married, four others face the harsh reality of divorce and finding love again in Music City. From a tail-wagging soiree, to hurling hatchets, the individuals prepare to bid farewell to the cameras. But will an unexpected hookup send shockwaves through the group?