Married at First Sight Season 16, Episode 8: Poised for Battle

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Marry Me in Tennessee

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.

83 min

2

Runaway Groom?

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.

83 min

3

Music City Matrimony

The final two couples tie the knot in Nashville, Tenn.; the 10 newlyweds share their first dinner and dance; one bride refuses to share a first kiss; everyone is wondering what is going to happen in the honeymoon suite.

83 min

4

Honeymoon Hiccups

Five newlywed pairs of strangers share a bed for the first time on their wedding night; they are dropped into the lion's den for a round of personal questions and concerns from their brand-new spouse's family and friends.

62 min

5

It's All About the Journey

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.

62 min

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You Dropped a Bomb on Me

One wife wants to pick up the pace; her husband hides his reason for wanting to slow things down; some wives start to question their husbands' sense of humour; a comment from one husband threatens to ruin his marriage before the honeymoon is over.

62 min

7

Jamaican Me Crazy

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.

62 min

8

Poised for Battle

Visits to their spouse's homes reveal surprises for the couple; two couples experience cold feet about moving in as another marriage heats up; Pastor Cal pays a visit to ask some tough questions.

63 min

9

Party-ing Ways

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.

62 min

10

Love Is Up in the Air

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.

62 min

11

Moonshine and Monthiversaries

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.

62 min

12

Getting to the Crust

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.

62 min

13

I'm Not Acting Crazy With You Tonight

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

62 min

14

The Rope, the Feather and the Bidet

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.

62 min

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Whiskey a No-No

With less than two weeks left until Decision Day, flowing whiskey at a couples' get-together leads to shocking confessions, and a husband's dancing "misstep" leaves one already unsteady marriage teetering on the edge.

62 min

16

Un-BEAR-able Truth

The couples head to a breathtaking mountain getaway for a dual birthday bash, bear sightings, and crowning the first-ever "Married at First Sight" king.

62 min

17

Gatlinburg Getaway

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.

62 min

18

What's Our Safe Word?

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.

62 min

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Sliding Toward Decision Day

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.

63 min

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Our Last Rodeo

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.

83 min

21

The Final Decision

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.

62 min

22

First Dates and Swapping Mates

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.

62 min

23

Last Call for Music City

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?

62 min

24

Cast Tell All

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.

77 min

25

Season 16 Reunion Part 1

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.

80 min

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Season 16 Reunion Part 2

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.

80 min