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Married at First Sight S20E17 — Breakthroughs and Betrayals
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Married at First Sight•Season 20•Episode 17

Breakthroughs and Betrayals

7.9/10 · 8 votesAug 20, 202653 min

Ranked #1 of 20 in Season 20•+0.7 vs season avg

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As the retreat continues, one couple paves a path forward while gossip threatens to tear another apart; later, the group questions the growing closeness between one husband and wife.

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Episode Summary

"Breakthroughs and Betrayals" is episode 17 of Married at First Sight season 20. It scored 7.9/10 from 8 votes, ranking #1 of 20 episodes this season (season average 7.2). It aired on August 20, 2026.

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