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 20 Episode Guide
19 Episodes 2025 - 2026
Episode 1
Why I Want to Be a Monogamist
Sun, Sep 28, 2025 42 mins
Christine and David visit Janelle in North Carolina to celebrate the purchase of her new property; Kody and Robyn discuss their now monogamous relationship and the possibility of bringing in a new wife; Meri dips her toe back into the dating world.
Episode 2
Welcome to Speed Dating
Sun, Oct 5, 2025 42 mins
At a speed-dating event, Meri connects with Ron after initial awkwardness; Janelle and Meri talk about selling Coyote Pass while Kody urges Robyn forward; Christine struggles with Mykelti and Tony's moving plans.
Episode 3
All About Eggplants
Sun, Oct 12, 2025 42 mins
Mykelti and Tony drive right into a tornado as Christine and David help them move to North Carolina; Kody and Robyn decide to begin anew; someone makes an unexpected pregnancy announcement.
Episode 4
You Need to Shut Up
Sun, Oct 19, 2025 42 mins
Meri ventures into the wild world of dating apps; Kody struggles to fake it about the new family dynamic as he and Robyn pack up their home; Christine has a strong reaction to Janelle's comment about being closer to the kids.
Episode 5
Kissing Another Man's Wife
Sun, Oct 26, 2025 42 mins
With the changing family dynamics, the Browns celebrate the holidays with new traditions.
Episode 6
We're Not Brother Husbands
Sun, Nov 2, 2025 42 mins
The Sister Wives are moving on: Meri starts dating; Janelle starts a farm in North Carolina, but an attempt to sell the Coyote Pass land goes bad when Kody considers going behind Meri's back; to make amends, Kody visits each of his exes to apologize.
Episode 7
You're Like a Stripper, I'm Like the Pole
Sun, Nov 9, 2025 42 mins
Meri digs through boxes of her wedding memorabilia that bring up painful memories. Christine and David have their biggest disagreement yet. Kody and Robyn try to improve their rhythm with a dance lesson and Janelle helps Maddie prepare for labor.
Episode 8
Making Out Like Teenagers
Sun, Nov 16, 2025 42 mins
Coyote Pass has finally sold and it's the final chapter in the family's breakup. Kody, Robyn, Janelle and Meri anxiously prepare to meet on the land to close out the deal. In North Carolina, Maddie has her baby girl.
Episode 9
Standoff at Coyote Pass
Sun, Nov 23, 2025 43 mins
It's an awkward final showdown at Coyote Pass with Kody, Robyn, Janelle, and Meri. Janelle takes a trip to New Orleans and let's loose with girlfriends to celebrate, and Kody considers finding a therapist to help repair relationships with his children.
Episode 10
Extending an Olive Branch
Sun, Nov 30, 2025 42 mins
Janelle celebrates the sale of Coyote Pass by partying with friends in New Orleans. Meri ventures out of her comfort zone and attends a dating event in Las Vegas. Kody owns up to his bad behavior and decides to apologize to each of his ex-wives.
Episode 11
We Used to Be Lovers
Sun, Dec 7, 2025 42 mins
Kody travels to North Carolina to meet with Janelle and apologize, but she questions his motives. Meri gets out of her comfort zone at a dating event in Las Vegas. During a game of pickleball, Christine talks to David about Kody's request to meet.
Episode 12
What If We Worked This Out?
Sun, Dec 14, 2025 42 mins
Kody prepares for second apology with Christine and David while Janelle's friends discuss her potential reunion with Kody. Ron attends Meri's fundraiser, meeting her friends while supporting Jenn's husband.
Episode 13
Benevolence, Bitch
Sun, Dec 21, 2025 42 mins
Kody's apology to Christine starts well but gets tense when David brings up Kody's relationships with his kids. Janelle seeks guidance from Meri on getting her spiritual release. Meri's shocked friends try to talk her out of meeting up with Kody.
Episode 14
You Are Toxic to Me
Sun, Dec 28, 2025 42 mins
The Sister Wives are moving on as Meri begins dating and Janelle starts a farm in North Carolina, but an attempt to sell the Coyote Pass land goes bad when Kody considers going behind Meri's back. To make amends, Kody visits each of his exes to apologize.
Episode 15
No Brain, No Pain
Sun, Jan 4, 2026 43 mins
Janelle meets up with Meri to discuss her spiritual release.Kody gives a final apology to Robyn and asks for forgiveness. Meri and Ron spend time together on a trip to Zion, and Christine throws Janelle a divorce party.
Episode 16
One-on-One: Part 1
Sun, Jan 11, 2026 42 mins
The Brown family sits down and discusses the awkwardness of their last meeting at Coyote Pass. Kody and Janelle argue over who was responsible for the potential Backdoor Deal. And Meri speaks her truth and says she will not be silenced.
Episode 17
One-on-One: Part 2
Sun, Jan 18, 2026 43 mins
The One-on-One conversations continue as Kody shares that Coyote Pass was a major influence on his apologies to his ex-wives. David explains why Kody's apology to Christine offended him, and Robyn reveals her part in the backdoor deal.
Episode 18
One-on-One: Part 3
Sun, Jan 25, 2026 43 mins
Meri and Janelle discuss the early years of their marriage to Kody and the difficulties they faced. Meri reveals the awkwardness around Janelle's past marriage to her brother. David and Christine address the competition between wives in plural marriage.
Episode 19
One-on-One: Part 4
Sun, Feb 1, 2026 44 mins
In this final episode of the One-on-One interviews, Meri and Kody talk about their dark times in Vegas. Kody defends Robyn and accuses the other wives of using her as a scapegoat. Meri is asked about the new man in her life.