Sister Wives
Kody Brown, his four wives Meri, Janelle, Robyn, and Christine, and their combined 17 children attempt to navigate life as a "normal" family in a society that shuns their lifestyle. From their unconventional family structure and living arrangements to financial challenges, each half-hour episode exposes the inner workings of a polygamist household, revealing the unexpectedly tight-knit and loving relationships among Kody's wives. The series also captures the intense dynamics surrounding a man juggling three wives while attempting to keep it a secret from the outside world--but the general public is not the only challenge faced by the Brown family unit.
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- 2010-2026
- 21 seasons
- TLC
- Reality
- TV-PG
Kody Brown, his four wives Meri, Janelle, Robyn, and Christine, and their combined 17 children attempt to navigate life as a "normal" family in a society that shuns their lifestyle. From their unconventional family structure and living arrangements to financial challenges, each half-hour episode exposes the inner workings of a polygamist household, revealing the unexpectedly tight-knit and loving relationships among Kody's wives. The series also captures the intense dynamics surrounding a man juggling three wives while attempting to keep it a secret from the outside world--but the general public is not the only challenge faced by the Brown family unit.
Season 17 Episode Guide
17 Episodes 2022 - 2023
Episode 1
It's Over
Sun, Sep 11, 2022 43 mins
Janelle tests positive for COVID-19, and Kody confides in Robyn about his troubles with Christine; Kody and Christine then sit down to have a tense discussion about the future of their marriage, which leaves Christine feeling empowered and Kody defeated.
Episode 2
Is There a Favorite Wife?
Sun, Sep 18, 2022 43 mins
While Janelle's household fights through COVID-19, Ysabel has exciting news about her future; Christine reveals her plans to move to Salt Lake City with Truely as Kody struggles to let go.
Episode 3
The Labors of Life
Sun, Sep 25, 2022 43 mins
As schools begin to open up, Janelle challenges Kody about getting things back to normal; Christine travels to St. George, Utah to be with Mykelti as she gives birth; Meri suffers a devastating loss.
Episode 4
And Then There Were Three
Sun, Oct 2, 2022 43 mins
Janelle makes a major decision about her living situation without telling Kody; the family disagrees about the kids returning to school; Christine gathers her sister wives to reveal that she's divorcing Kody.
Episode 5
The Last Family Gathering
Sun, Oct 9, 2022 43 mins
Kody worries about tight quarters after touring Janelle's new RV. Meri feels hurt when Kody suggests that she move away to run the bed-and-breakfast full-time. The family reunites to celebrate Ysabel's graduation.
Episode 6
Telling Truely
Sun, Oct 16, 2022 43 mins
As Ysabel packs up for college, Gwendlyn opens up about her sexuality. Christine reveals her moving timeline, and Kody pushes back. Then, after an overheard conversation, Christine tells Truely about the divorce.
Episode 7
The Failed Priest
Sun, Oct 23, 2022 43 mins
Kody feels conflicted officiating a wedding while going through a divorce. Christine and Janelle are floored as Kody breaks COVID protocols for his friend but not his family. Then, Kody and Christine argue over selling her house and the custody agreement.
Episode 8
Hang on with Me
Sun, Oct 30, 2022 42 mins
Kody deals with the divorce fallout as Christine prepares to leave Flagstaff. Meri and Robyn have a heart-to-heart about the future of the family, and Ysabel heads off to college.
Episode 9
A Polygamist Divorce
Sun, Nov 6, 2022 44 mins
Christine breaks the news about moving to Utah with her sister wives; Kody says he doesn't consider himself married to Meri anymore.
Episode 10
The Knife in the Kidneys
Sun, Nov 13, 2022 44 mins
Christine's big announcement that she's leaving in a week causes chaos as Robyn questions her future relationship with her former sister wife and Kody explodes. As they all try to pick up the pieces, Janelle's RV lifestyle hits another obstacle.
Episode 11
The Worst Goodbye
Sun, Nov 20, 2022 44 mins
Christine reveals that she is open to getting married someday. Janelle frustrates Kody when she makes a change to her living situation.
Episode 12
Life After Polygamy
Sun, Nov 27, 2022
Christine and Kody have a final battle about a snowblower on her way out the door to move to Utah. When Christine's house sale falls through, Kody wants Janelle to buy it, much to her dismay. Included: bonus scenes.
Episode 13
Coronapocalypse
Sun, Dec 4, 2022 43 mins
Problems in Kody and Janelle's marriage start coming up after Christine left; Kody and Robyn get COVID, with the latter ending up in the hospital.
Episode 14
Which Wife Is Next?
Sun, Dec 11, 2022 43 mins
The remaining wives and Kody have another tense conversation at Robyn's while Christine settles into her new life in Utah. Janelle feels Kody is making her choose between him and her kids, and they reach a breaking point.
Episode 15
One on One: Part 1
Sun, Dec 18, 2022
The Brown family sits down individually to discuss the challenges they have faced over the past year. Kody and Christine give insight about their separation, while Meri learns of an instance when Kody thought about reconciling.
Episode 16
One on One: Part 2
Sun, Jan 1, 2023 44 mins
As the sit-downs continue, the Browns reveal difficulties that go back decades, including a short time where Janelle left the family. The family discusses Kody's meltdown, and Robyn shares anger over the lack of support from her sister wives.
Episode 17
One on One: Part 3
Sun, Jan 8, 2023
In this final episode of one-on-one interviews, Kody is confronted with the question of whether he has a "favorite wife." Then, Kody and Janelle open up about the conflict over holidays and reveal the status of their relationship.
