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Married at First Sight returns for a new season in the windy city of Chicago, Illinois. Three experts; Dr. Pepper Schwartz, Pastor Calvin Roberson and Rachel DeAlto are tasked with finding three compatible couples that will not meet until their wedding. This in-depth exploration of the matchmaking process introduces the experts, experiment and the candidates brave enough to marry a stranger.

Host, Jamie Otis, takes us on a journey back through 8 seasons of Married at First Sight by counting down the Top 8 most unforgettable moments in 8 different categories.

The couples have reached a huge milestone in their marriages, their one-month anniversaries! With the experiment at the halfway point, will this be a day to remember or will it be a day some of them will want to forget?

The four couples spend time with their friends and family for the first time since their weddings. Will seeing the in-laws bring the couples together? Or will it tear them apart? And when one husband fails to come home all night, will his wife take him back?

Shocking behind-the-scenes drama is revealed as all eight individuals that got married at first sight reunite to talk about life after the cameras turned off and the experts went away.

The four married couples are whisked away to Costa Rica for their honeymoons; while enjoying grand adventures in paradise, they discover that their new spouses might not be as perfect as they initially thought.

The four married couples wake up in beautiful Antigua for the first day of their honeymoon; while some of the couples spend their time exploring the tropical island, others decide to explore each other.

Four and a half couples move in with their new spouses as Pastor Cal guides them into the next chapter of marriage.

Hall of Fame: Jamie Otis shares some of his favorite moments of the show in celebration of 12 seasons and takes nominations for that “Married at First Sight” Hall of Fame, including categories such as “Favorite Fairytale” and “Least Likely to Succeed.”

The stay at home orders have been lifted and the couples venture out for a much-needed getaway in the country. While some renew their bonds, others begin to question if they'll want to stay married on Decision Day.

Before returning back to Charlotte, the four couples enjoy their last few days of their honeymoon in Antigua! But not everything is perfect in paradise as the newlyweds discover who their stranger spouses really are.

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.

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.

The honeymoon is over, and when the four newlywed couples return home from paradise, they are faced with real life issues back in Charlotte. First step: moving in together!

With less than a week until decision day, the couples weigh the pros and cons of staying married or getting a divorce. But when things are finally starting to look up for all four couples, a trust shattering secret is revealed.

The three couples sit down with the experts and reflect on the romance, adventures and struggles that led them to decide whether to stay married or get a divorce; a life-changing announcement is made.

With a little over two weeks until decision day, the four couples look to their futures, facing hot button issues like money and kids.

The couples wake up in paradise and start to learn about the person they just married.

With decision day fast approaching, the couples explore each other's pasts to see if they are compatible for the future.

As the couples enjoy the last few days of their action-packed honeymoon in Mexico, they discover more similarities and differences that will affect their marriages.

Three couples who just married as strangers find themselves testing the marital waters with their new spouse. As they continue to get to know one another, will their passion grow or will there be trouble in paradise?

With only one week until decision day, all four couples head up to the mountains for a romantic couples retreat.

Two more couples put their faith in the hands of the experts and get married at first sight; one couple has a shocking revelation; all four couples celebrate their new marriages with the help of family and friends at their wedding receptions.

Jessica and Ryan try to put the past behind them; Jaclyn and Ryan R. discuss married life; all three couples reunite to talk about their experiences.

The couples get spiritual counsel to increase joy in their relationships. Also: Samantha and Neil work on communication; David tries to accept that Ashley is not physically attracted to him; and Tres and Vanessa talk about having a family.

Now that all five couples have been "Married at First Sight," it's time for them to spend their first night together as husband and wife.

With just four weeks left until decision day, the four couples try to deepen their connection with their spouses; Dr. Pepper makes a surprise visit to get to the bottom of some unsettling news.

Past couples from the series discuss their thoughts about the current couples and what’s happening in the episode where two months after decision day, the eight singles who got Married at First Sight reunite to talk about life away from the cameras and experts, and to answer the burning question everyone is dying to know–are they still married?

With less than a week until decision day, the couples are encouraged to put their focus toward the future; trust is broken, secrets are revealed, and the heat is turned up as the mini-moon comes to an end.

The honeymoon continues in the Florida Keys for just four of our couples. Despite trying exciting new activities and taking stabs at romance, some start to learn that their differences are greater than they imagined.

After one couple reaches the end of the road in their marriage, the remaining four couples go on a retreat where close quarters force them to confront their issues; tempers flare as the clock winds down to Decision Day.

The final two couples put their faith in the hands of the experts; all four couples celebrate their marriages with the help of family and friends at their wedding receptions; Keith finds out his new bride is a virgin.

The experts have chosen four couples to marry as complete strangers; not only will they have to deal with the anxiety of planning a wedding and marrying someone they've never met before, but some face devastating disapproval from their families.

For the first time in Married at First Sight history, one couple already knows each other.

With only one week until decision day, a romantic getaway turns into a nightmare for two couples, leaving them to decide if their marriage is worth fighting for.

The four couples have only two weeks to plan their weddings, celebrate their final days of being single, and reveal to their family and friends that they are getting married to a stranger.

Five couples who were married at first sight return from their honeymoon and move into their new homes together, but it doesn't take long for reality to set in.

Tensions rise when one of the participants confides in someone outside of their marriage

Decision day is here and the couples are faced with a choice that will affect the rest of their lives. Will they stay married or end it all and get a divorce?

Excitement is in the air and emotions run high as the wedding day begins for eight hopeful singles.

As the couples settle into everyday life, some look forward to their future together, while others begin to question everything; when one bride calls for an expert intervention, things get intense quickly.

Three months after decision day, the couples are reunited to see if they are still married.

With only two weeks until Decision Day, the couples travel to a ranch in the country for a break from their everyday lives.

Having reached their one month milestone, love is growing for some, but one husband is fed up with his wife's lies; an unforeseen death alters the course of another couple's journey.

As our five couples find ways to grow more intimate, some of them spice up their physical relationships while others struggle to find answers to difficult questions. And one spouse shares a deal breaker that puts their marriage in jeopardy.

With less than two weeks until Decision Day, the spouses revisit their pasts in order to discover more about one another; when a secret is revealed within one couple, it threatens to break their marriage and future.

After an unprecedented four months together, enduring a pandemic and other world events, our “stranger spouses” have finally reached Decision Day. The couples will decide, once and for all, whether they want to stay married or get a divorce.

Reality sets in as the couples who married as strangers less than a week ago, must decide where to live after returning home from their honeymoons. Will they be able to compromise and find a new home that meets all their needs?

The experiment is almost over for the couples who married as strangers. Tres and Vanessa's romantic trip away takes an unexpected turn and is cut short. Time apart makes Samantha realize how much she misses Neil. David works hard to regain Ashley's trust and save his marriage after she discovered he texted another woman.

Dr. Viviana gives our five couples some sexy assignments to help build trust and intimacy; while some couples enjoy the added spice, others feel distance from their partner.

The lives of our couples merge even more as they invite friends and family to housewarming parties. Later, a surprising rift is caused by boiling noodles, and a trip to a bowling alley ends up in the gutter.

The newly married couples return from their honeymoon and move into their new homes together; the couples are questioned by Pastor Cal.

With just two weeks left until Decision Day, the four couples head to Vermont for a last romantic getaway; despite sound baths, adventure parks, and fun with alpacas, not everything is fun and games, especially when one person ends up in urgent care

The couples, who married as strangers just two and a half weeks ago, explore the potential to fall in love in the real world. And while some couples are inching closer and closer toward the "L" word, others find themselves barely past the starting line.

The experts travel back to Chicago to find out each couples’ current relationship status. All the couples gather together to share their experiences and answer viewers’ questions.

After waking up next to someone they met less than 24 hours earlier, each spouse meets individually with their new stranger-in-laws before being whisked away for a honeymoon in Antigua.

The time has come for the couples to meet with the experts and make their final decision. They can choose to stay married, or choose to get divorced.

All five couples dance the night away at their wedding receptions, before spending their first night together as husband and wife.

With just three weeks until decision day, the couples are forced to take a hard look at their own behavior; relationships are tested in ways that could either bring each couple closer together, or push them over the edge.

With less than two weeks left until final decisions, the couples set off on road trips for a last chance at romance.

The couples decide if they want to stay married or get a divorce as the eight-week experiment comes to an end.

Challenges surface as the couples are on their honeymoons. David tries to get Ashley to open up; Vanessa confronts a fear; and Samantha and Neil struggle to communicate.

With only two weeks left until decision day, the couples begin planning for their long-term futures together; one couple's fate is tested when they don't see eye to eye.

The three couples who married as strangers return from their honeymoons to face the festive holiday period together as husband and wife. The newlyweds have known each other for less than a week yet must combine their holiday traditions. Tensions run high over the holiday season and this could make or break their marriages.

In just the two weeks of knowing each other, the three couples met and married at the altar, honeymooned, celebrated the holidays and moved in together. Now, they prepare to bring in the New Year for the first time as husband and wife.

The participants reveal to friends and family that they'll be marrying a complete stranger at first sight, and they have only two weeks to prepare for their weddings.

The newlyweds met and married as strangers. They have known each other for just a few days yet are already on their honeymoons. In this extreme social experiment, viewers will see if romance develops...or not.

Dr. Pepper and Pastor Cal meet individually with the spouses to uncover questions that may still be lingering in their marriages; the answers aren't always what the couples hope to hear; one person's meeting with an expert sparks fireworks.

Ten singles get ready for the day they'll meet their mystery spouses at the altar; one bride falls apart when a gift from her husband takes her by surprise.

The 10 newly minted fiancées have only two weeks to prepare to meet their mystery spouse at the altar; when the wedding day arrives, one bride's hopes are dashed when a clue about her husband's passions leaves her feeling devastated.

With only one week until decision day, the couples try to address any unanswered questions about their marriages; Kate reveals a huge secret; when Pastor Cal announces a twist to the mini-moons, AJ is sent over the edge.

The two final weddings conclude, and all five couples meet the new families they've just married into. While some pairs feel destined for success, awkwardness abounds for others--especially when one groom has a shocking reaction to his new bride.

With decision day fast approaching, the couples get much-needed advice and guidance from family and friends; the experts surprise the couples with romantic road trips; one couple hits a speed bump along the way.

The six weeks have come to an end and the three couples must now decide whether or not they want to stay married or get a divorce. Brought together by the experts, the couples are now in control of their fate. Will any of the couples choose to stay married? Has the experiment been a success? The couples reveal their decisions to the experts.

Everyone is reunited as highlights from the series are reviewed.

The couples celebrate their one-month anniversaries in the midst of financial and intimacy challenges,

Three couples who just married as strangers find themselves testing the marital waters with their new spouse on their honeymoons

The four couples enjoy their final few days on their honeymoons; as some grow closer, others hit major bumps in the road with their stranger spouses.

The couples head home and divide up living expenses. Also: David is worried about Ashley's desire to spend a night apart; Samantha finds it difficult to move in with Neil; and Tres and Vanessa have a dispute about where they should live.

The four couples attempt to deepen their connection with trust and intimacy exercises provided by the experts, and Dr. Pepper makes a visit to get to the bottom of why two of the husbands did not spend the night with their wives.

The Vegas honeymoon continues for four newly married couples; couple number five deals with an unexpected shock, which leads to a major blowup.

Dr. Pepper checks in with the newlyweds and learns that one couple made a life-changing decision, while another is on rocky ground because of constant judgment. Also: the couple that never argue may finally reach a breaking point over dog duty.

The couples are forced to examine if they are on the same page about what they want out of marriage; the future seems uncertain for one couple when a spouse admits he wants to keep his own apartment, even if they stay together.

The couples reach an important milestone in their marriages: their one-month anniversaries; while some find themselves on the road to love, others hit major roadblocks.

In the morning after the weddings, a myriad of concerns arise amidst the joy of newlywed life, including financial worries, age gaps, and the revelation of a spouse still living at home. During family brunches, unease deepens with a father's request for STI testing and another spouse's pursuit of perfection. But despite doubts about attraction and some hesitations, the journey begins as our couples embark on their honeymoons.

In Chicago Illinois, ten singles make the riskiest decision they have ever made; to marry a complete and total stranger. Pre wedding jitters present themselves in different ways. From spilling too much tea to bawling their eyes out, one thing is clear; the risk is worth the reward of everlasting love. But for one nervous bride, the jitters may be too much to bear.

An outspoken, emotional and confrontational group of former cast members reveal shocking secrets and surprising insights as they share the inside scoop on the Married At First Sight experience. They spill the tea on what really happened behind the scenes during the series' most unforgettable moments and give updates on all the gossip about their fellow cast members. Two former cast mates face off over their complicated relationship.

The wedding day continues in the Windy City where 8 more singles prepare to meet their spouses at the altar. As the pressure mounts and the moment of truth approaches, hopes and wishes are pondered as one bride puts her full trust in the Universe, and one groom holds a secret that could doom his marriage.

Tensions are high as the entire Denver cast returns to revisit the most shocking moments from their season and reveal why their relationships have become so contentious. Accusations of deception, manipulation and cheating create even more animosity with the group as they struggle to sort out their differences.

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.

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.

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.

The newlywed couples head to Cancun, Mexico, to start their honeymoon; sandy beaches and the clear ocean water help set the tone as they try to grow their connection to last a lifetime; one couple must overcome a roadblock.

The final couple finally meet at the altar and then it's time for the wedding receptions to begin! And while some couples are immediately drawn to each other, one bride is quickly overwhelmed, while one groom reveals a secret about his past that could derail his marriage on the first day.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

Some spouses confront deep questions and look inward, while other couples try to build love through shared adventures; after all the sailing, spa nights and heart-to-hearts, not all the couples are seeing eye to eye.

Back in Denver after their honeymoon, the couples explore each other's homes; the couples grapple with ending their journey as newlyweds when they're faced with the tough decision of hitting the reset button or seeking a divorce.

Fear gets the better of one bride as she worries that her happy marriage will crumble; another wife clams up when her husband finally begins to share; a sensual body painting session turns one wife's body into a masterpiece.

The five couples share final moments together in paradise; one couple fights their way back to common ground; a heart-to-heart does more harm than good; the couples travel back to Nashville, Tenn., where the shared spaces will deepen some bonds.

The couples go back to their roots and share the memories that made them who they are; while some couples get into the tough and sad moments of their past, others struggle to open up; one wife's outrageous demand has her husband second guessing

The final honeymoon is over, and the newlyweds return to Denver to face a mountain of new challenges. Outside the city, the others gather for a relaxing retreat, and while some have high hopes of deepening their bond, others are on an outright collision course.

With Decision Day around the corner, one husband's lingering doubts leave his wife wondering if he will ever be satisfied; meanwhile, a group of flirtatious singles gives the wives a glimpse at what life after Decision Day could look like.

With one honeymoon in full effect, the other couples face intense issues of honesty and trust; with decision day on the horizon, the couples look to the experts for guidance in their decision of whether they should stay married or get a divorce.

The clock nearly runs out, and the couples have only a few days until Decision Day; the last chance arrives to answer any remaining questions, and it ruins the final night for one couple and challenges others.

The couples return to their honeymoon suites; a miscommunication leaves one bride feeling insecure; a frustrated bride confronts her husband who is left with more questions than answers; a shocking revelation blindsides the couples.

Four months after decision day, the couples from Atlanta are back as both the newlyweds and the newly single give updates on how their lives have changed since the cameras went away.

Things get hot in Mexico as the honeymoons continue for the newlyweds; one groom suddenly drops the L word; another groom can't see past the eight-week mark; another betrays his new wife's trust when he reveals her biggest secret to others.

The San Diego cast struggles to deal with the aftermath of a heated confrontation. Issues from the past continue to put pressure on their relationships as they move forward. The MAFS experts intervene with some blunt words of wisdom to help with wounds that have still not healed.

Today is the wedding day. Six courageous singles looking for love are about to take a huge leap of faith and legally say 'I do' to a complete stranger. Will Derek prove to be the good guy Heather is hoping for? Sonia is attracted to her new husband, but, is Nick attracted to her? Will Lillian's dream of the perfect wedding be washed away by rain?

With two weeks left until Decision Day, the couples face tests as Dr. Pia returns to help with their intimacy and sex lives; while one couple almost reaches a breaking point, another finds hope in a steamy exercise.

The newlyweds continue their couples retreat in the Great Smoky Mountains; bonding through adventurous activities like pole climbing and log rolling, the couples work to strengthen their connection and settle any unresolved issues.

Jason and Cortney deal with the loss of his Mom; Jamie and Doug are excited to move to New Jersey but are surprised by an unwelcome family member; Monet, having recently divorced Vaughn, is searching for her path.

With one pair having already exchanged their vows in Denver, the other eight singles make the final preparations for their own mile high matrimonies, but on wedding day, their anxieties reach a pinnacle.

After eight weeks of being married to a stranger, the time has finally come for the couples to decide if they want to stay married or get a divorce; when unsaid things are finally said, it forces partners to reconsider their decisions.

With the final couple's decision being made, the newly married and newly divorced begin anew. But some decisions don't sit well, and tensions begin to boil for one couple. Meanwhile, another couple legally binds themselves together even more tightly.

The ten brave San Diego residents have only two weeks to prepare before they meet their spouses at the altar; for one, a family member's disapproval could create an irreparable rift; on the big day, an emotionally-guarded bride becomes a puddle of tears.

With only one couple left to meet their new spouse at the altar, these former singles jump into marriage headfirst; these newlyweds try to learn as much about each other as possible before spending their first night together as husband and wife.

Five pairs of newlyweds strangers honeymoon in Jamaica; some spouses see red flags when they learn that their partners are not very adventurous; one couple inches closer to saying, "I love you"; a revelation leaves one bride questioning her husband.

The brave newlyweds who married as strangers are about to experience time alone for the very first time on their wedding night; will the couples experience a night of passion? Relationship expert, Rachel DeAlto, visits each couple to give them advice before they head off to their honeymoons. Sonia and Nick work on overcoming their insecurities; Heather and Derek start to learn about each other's habits; and as Tom and Lillian grow closer, Tom keeps a secret from Lillian.

A husband shuts down when his wife asks a question that's too personal; wife gets judged for asking the wrong question; one husband has to deal with a medical emergency; one couple has a mountain to get over.

In Nashville, Tenn., 10 singles have just found out that they'll be marrying a complete stranger in two short weeks; at the bachelorette party, one bride-to-be raises her eyebrows when she gets flirty with a stripper; a groom's emotions take over.

Post-Decision Day complexities persist as our couples navigate life changes with fitness pursuits, exploring the art of metal forging and even enjoying a dazzling drag show. Meanwhile, the last couple approaching their Decision Day grapples with doubts and uncertainties about their future. With less than a week remaining before their pivotal decision, the question looms: will they choose to stay married or get a divorce?

The couples move into their new apartment together; Pastor Cal visits to help; while one couple takes their relationship to the next level, another must navigate a shocking encounter between their dogs that threatens to tear their marriage apart.

With decision day approaching fast, some couples begin to see things in a different light; the newlyweds gain new insight when they gather their friends for a housewarming party; a familiar face returns with a surprising revelation.

The Nashville newlyweds plan housewarming parties, but the guest list sparks controversy for one couple, and steak isn't the only thing getting grilled; one couple reveals they've crossed the threshold into sex, and another reconsiders their divorce.

The spouses spend their one-month anniversaries ice skating, skiing and exploring the mountains on horseback, but not everyone is in the mood to celebrate; a husband's text message leaves his wife in tears.

The Season 3 couples sit down with Season 1’s Jamie Otis to discuss their experiences in the experiment.

Married at First Sight is back for a season 4. Six new singles are preparing to marry a complete stranger in this controversial social experiment. The participants find out who they've been matched with and have just 2 weeks to prepare for their weddings. The preparations are filled with high emotions as they come to terms with being engaged to a complete stranger.

Four and a half weeks ago, three couples took the ultimate leap of faith and married a stranger. They’ve been learning more about each other every day, and now the experts have encouraged them to take their new spouse to a place from their past that has special meaning to them.

Dr. Pepper sends the couples on a second honeymoon in a final attempt to strengthen the marriages into lasting relationships.

Four newlywed couples, who have never met each other before, spend their first night together, sharing stories, secrets, and a bed. In the morning, each is bombarded with personal questions from their spouse's friends and family. Then it's time for sun in the fun as they jet off to a honeymoon in Mexico.

As the newlywed strangers enter their third week of marriage, the topic of love is on everyone's minds; deep questions lead to unexpected revelations, and spouses have to face uncompromising attitudes and unforgiven mistakes.

Four weeks after the couples got married as strangers, Pastor Calvin Roberson stops by to encourage them to celebrate their first holiday together: Labor Day.

With one wedding down and four to go, the soon-to-be spouses anxiously prepare to say "I do" to a stranger; however, when one groom gets terrible news, a wedding has to be postponed for the first time in "Married at First Sight" history.

The couple's retreat is rocked by a life-threatening injury, which leads to new perspectives; with Decision Day around the corner, the couples work to strengthen their bonds before having to make one of the most important decisions of their lives.

After getting jilted at the altar the first time, one groom gets an historic second chance to be married at first sight, but his bride might refuse to marry him; the drama between the other couples could ruin what might have been a happy day.

After marrying a stranger, five couples grow toward love with their stranger spouse by planning romantic surprises. But for one couple, an unexpected surprise might be the final straw for their marriage.

The honeymoons are over and the couples must decide where they want to live and take the next step by moving in together. Lillian discovers for the first time that Tom lives in a bus; Sonia must come to terms with her fear of dogs as husband Nick has two; Heather and Derek have a sit down with Pastor Calvin Roberson in a desperate attempt to save their already crumbling marriage.

Three couples longing for love and commitment just said "I do" to a complete stranger. The wedding celebration ends and the couples head to their bridal suite to spend their very first night alone together as married strangers. Will intimacy grow between the couples on their wedding night or will they feel even more like strangers? And less than 24 hours after they meet, they head off to their honeymoon destinations.

One couple ties the knot, but four other sets of strangers prepare for the biggest day of their lives; stress builds and reality sets in, leaving one bride unsure of her decision, while an independent groom hopes that married life will suit him.

The couples move in together.

With only two weeks left until Decision Day, the four couples revisit their pasts with the hopes of solidifying their marriages for the future.

Busy schedules cause conflict for the newlyweds.

Five couples have only two weeks to plan their weddings, celebrate their final days of being single, and reveal to their family and friends that they are getting married to a stranger.

As five pairs of newlyweds adjust to married life in their own ways, the group attends a cooking class together; while passion heats up between some couples, one couple completely melts down.

It's wedding day; five Nashville, Tenn., couples anxiously prepare to marry a complete stranger; starting with the I do's and awkward kisses, the stranger spouses begin their eight-week marital journey.

Cortney confronts Jason. Monet undergoes surgery. Doug lies to Jamie.

The day has finally come for most of our couples as the fate of their futures rests on their answers for Decision Day. With the weight of such a heavy decision on their shoulders, some look to find peace within their relationship, while others look to find a way forward and stay married. But the boiling tension threatens all couples as the pressure of the day leads to unescapable confrontations and irreversible damage.

After marrying as strangers less than four weeks ago, the reality of married life begins to set in; the couples struggle with issues surrounding trust.

Activities like driving lessons and cooking meals take centre stage as the couples settle into domestic life; the realities of unemployment, budgets and even the simple division of chores create issues that begin to drive a wedge between the pairs.

The newlywed strangers celebrate their one-month anniversaries, with some taking to the skies, others to the water and one couple smashing stuff up; after uncomfortable questions at a dinner, one couple questions whether they're on the same page.

In Puerto Vallarta, the newlyweds enjoy their honeymoon of paddleboarding, horseback riding and whale watching; one husband surprises his wife with the words "I love you," but another spouse makes a much more unpleasant declaration.

The three couples who married as strangers have known each other for less than a week, but now they must head home and decide where to live.

The experts have matched three couples, and it's time to let them know that they're about to marry a complete stranger. The participants have just two weeks to prepare for their marriages–they must buy each other rings, go dress shopping, get fitted for a tux, and throw a bachelor or bachelorette party. Without knowing anything about their future husband or wife–not even their name, the preparations are fraught with excitement and panic.

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Monet cooks a homemade dinner for Vaughn. Jason continues to keep his guard up. Jamie must decide whether to forgive Doug.

With Decision Day less than three weeks away, the couples meet individually with Dr. Pepper and Pastor Cal to probe the serious questions they still have about their marriage.

The journey for five couples who were married at first sight comes to a shocking and dramatic conclusion.

The couples have one final chance to speak with the experts as Decision Day draws near; Dr. Pepper, Pastor Cal and DeVon Franklin help the couples confront truths; one couple finds it difficult to continue on, while another is ready to go all in.

Before heading on their honeymoons, the newly married couples have to meet their in-laws.