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Just up the river from our nation’s capital lies a hidden gem—Potomac, Maryland. Its rolling hills, gated mansions, sophisticated prep schools, and exclusive country clubs all serve to keep the area invitation-only. Sprinkled throughout this

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 Episode 20 - Reunion (1)
    9.4/10(26 votes)

    #1 - Reunion (1)

    S5:E20

    Candiace and Monique see each other for the first time since the dramatic altercation. Gizelle sets the record straight on her relationship. Karen and Gizelle discuss the ups and downs of their friendship. Wendy reflects on her first season.

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  2. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 Episode 21 - Reunion (2)
    9.3/10(25 votes)

    #2 - Reunion (2)

    S5:E21

    Candiace and Monique go head-to-head; the ladies confront Karen about where her loyalty lies; Gizelle and Robyn lay everything out on what fuelled the alleged trainer plot; Ashley clears the air about Michael, and she makes a shocking revelation.

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  3. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 Episode 19 - Deck the Halls With Drama
    9.1/10(24 votes)

    #3 - Deck the Halls With Drama

    S5:E19

    Robyn and Juan seek couples therapy to move forward in their relationship. Gizelle works hard to make sure Robyn’s engagement goes off without a hitch, but Michael's skepticism causes her to panic. Candiace confronts Karen about setting her up, while Michael Darby and Chris Bassett square off, leaving Michael unhinged.

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  4. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 7 Episode 9 - Ambush in Paradise
    8.8/10(20 votes)

    #4 - Ambush in Paradise

    S7:E9

    Karen and Mia struggle to recover after an explosive confrontation; when Candiace is caught talking trash about the group to the public, Robyn confronts the issue with the help of a special guest; Ashley brings a rumour about Karen to the table.

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  5. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 4 Episode 8 - Sex, Lies and Butter Knives
    8.7/10(21 votes)

    #5 - Sex, Lies and Butter Knives

    S4:E8

    Monique has an underwater photo shoot to commemorate her pregnancy; Karen shows off her sexy dance moves with Ray; Candiace hosts a dinner party; Ashley and Candiace get into a heated argument, causing a serious meltdown.

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  6. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 Episode 8 - Serving up Betrayals
    8.7/10(28 votes)

    #6 - Serving up Betrayals

    S5:E8

    Ashley confronts Michael about the blog rumors; Gizelle gathers the ladies together for a wine tasting to celebrate her literary award, but the celebration is quickly halted when tension escalates to an alarming level.

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  7. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 Episode 14 - Hats Off... Shades On
    8.7/10(21 votes)

    #7 - Hats Off... Shades On

    S5:E14

    Ashley searches to find happiness amidst Michael's infidelity. Emotions run high as Monique files a counterclaim against Candiace, and Robyn hosts a photo shoot for her Embellished hat line, but the atmosphere gets heated once Wendy learns of disparaging comments made about her.

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  8. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 9 Episode 19 - Reunion (2)
    8.7/10(17 votes)

    #8 - Reunion (2)

    S9:E19

    The reunion continues with Mia spiraling backstage after her confrontation. Keiarna and Stacey face tough criticism about their relationships with Greg and TJ, but when new revelations are made, the women are left speechless. When the ladies take her to task for her actions throughout the season, Mia finally reaches her breaking point.

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  9. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 3 Episode 4 - First Ladies and Second Chances
    8.6/10(19 votes)

    #9 - First Ladies and Second Chances

    S3:E4

    Ready to close the chapter on her days of being the "First Lady" of the Black Church, Gizelle decides to write a controversial book loosely based on her life. Monique and Robyn try to get to the root of their issues, while Candiace hopes to step out from her mother's shadow. Ashley seeks the advice of a therapist to help solve her marital problems and as a result, tries to make the impossible choice between her husband and her mother.

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  10. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 4 Episode 10 - Showdown at the Hoedown
    8.6/10(23 votes)

    #10 - Showdown at the Hoedown

    S4:E10

    Robyn confronts Gizelle; Candiace and Chris have a fight of epic proportions; Katie hosts the ladies at a hoedown, but breaking news about Michael overshadows the event and one housewife is left feeling vindicated.

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  11. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 6 Episode 12 - Reasonable or Shady?
    8.6/10(34 votes)

    #11 - Reasonable or Shady?

    S6:E12

    Karen is ready to reveal her new candle line to the rest of the ladies, while Wendy struggles to get on equal footing; Mia's family and her mum sit down for some much needed time together, but there is still a lot of work to be done.

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  12. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 3 Episode 2 - Meet the Press
    8.5/10(21 votes)

    #12 - Meet the Press

    S3:E2

    With their relationship back on track, Robyn and Juan upgrade their lives by moving to a new condo with an interesting address. Trying to keep her man happy, Gizelle takes her new boyfriend Sherman on a romantic picnic, while Monique and Ashley hang out with a fabulous young friend who has a bubbly personality and a crown to go with it. Feeling hurt and betrayed by her friends, Karen decides to hold a "Press Conference" to answer all their questions regarding her financial situation.

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  13. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 3 Episode 18 - Unsolved Mystery
    8.5/10(20 votes)

    #13 - Unsolved Mystery

    S3:E18

    Ashley finally gives Michael an ultimatum on having a baby, while reality starts to set in for Candiace that she is about to be an instant stepmother. Robyn throws a birthday party for her youngest son, and a new family member makes a special appearance. Meanwhile, Karen and Ashley get into a heated discussion that is escalated by Michael and Ray’s interaction. The ladies question Karen about the mysterious pizza delivery, and her response leaves everyone puzzled.

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  14. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 9 Episode 17 - All Bark, No Bite
    8.5/10(16 votes)

    #14 - All Bark, No Bite

    S9:E17

    Gizelle honors her father, Ashley gives a major life update and Dr. Wendy goes to the White House. Karen's latest court date looms as she questions her friendships. Stacey's charity event unravels in an unexpected fashion.

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  15. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 3 Episode 17 - Hot Gossip, Cold Pizza
    8.4/10(17 votes)

    #15 - Hot Gossip, Cold Pizza

    S3:E17

    Karen meets with her assistant Matt to find out his involvement in the alleged rumors regarding her living situation. Ashley finally comes clean to her mother about some of Michael’s inflammatory comments, causing more tension between the two. Determined to find out the truth about whether Karen really lives in her house, Gizelle, Robyn and Ashley plan a scheme of epic proportions.

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  16. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 3 Episode 19 - Reunion (1)
    8.4/10(17 votes)

    #16 - Reunion (1)

    S3:E19

    The women revisit this season's emotional highs and lows while trying to mend their fractured friendships; Monique and Robyn get to the core of their rivalry; Candiace reveals intimate details about her relationship; Karen sheds light on her life.

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  17. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 4 Episode 5 - The Big Easy Show Down
    8.4/10(19 votes)

    #17 - The Big Easy Show Down

    S4:E5

    Gizelle takes the ladies to a plantation where her ancestors were enslaved; the women hit New Orleans' legendary Bourbon Street for a night of fun, but the merriment comes to a halt when Candiace questions Ashley's plans to have a baby.

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  18. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 4 Episode 9 - Days of Our Knives
    8.4/10(22 votes)

    #18 - Days of Our Knives

    S4:E9

    Robyn finally reveals Michael's secret comment, causing everyone to wonder about Darby's marriage; Candiace takes her mother to therapy; Ashley performs at Gay Pride, but the joyful event turns sour once her issues with Robyn reach a boiling point.

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  19. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 Episode 10 - Sorry... Not Sorry
    8.4/10(29 votes)

    #19 - Sorry... Not Sorry

    S5:E10

    Karen hosts the ladies to hear Monique's side of what happened at the winery; Candiace seeks therapy to deal with the aftermath of the altercation; Monique attempts to apologize for getting physical.

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  20. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 Episode 17 - Fifty Shades of Betrayal
    8.4/10(20 votes)

    #20 - Fifty Shades of Betrayal

    S5:E17

    Robyn reveals the ladies‘ photos on her “Embellished” website, causing tension between her and the “Grand Dame.” Ashley and Gizelle host a dominatrix party filled with whips, sex toys and leather, but the fun is quickly halted when Ashley reveals her statement in defense of Monique — leaving Candiace feeling betrayed.

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  21. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 Episode 18 - Shifty Wigs
    8.4/10(21 votes)

    #21 - Shifty Wigs

    S5:E18

    Gizelle plans a family photo shoot, but hearts are broken when there is an issue with Jamal. Wendy struggles with telling her mother she wants to quit teaching, meanwhile Ashley arranges for Michael to have a face to face with her uncle and mom. Karen celebrates her wig line launch with a 'Wig Shift Party,' but a close run-in between Candiace and Monique leaves everyone in an uproar.

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  22. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 5 Episode 7 - Fireball and Firepits
    8.3/10(24 votes)

    #22 - Fireball and Firepits

    S5:E7

    Karen reveals intimate details about her relationship with Ray leaving the ladies concerned about the state of her marriage. The husbands join their wives at the lake house. Candiace tells Ashley about Michael’s alleged escapades. Meanwhile, things come to a screeching halt when Michael's alleged indiscretion takes center stage.

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  23. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 6 Episode 18 - Reunion (1)
    8.3/10(23 votes)

    #23 - Reunion (1)

    S6:E18

    Mia is held accountable for her `lies' throughout the season, while Gizelle is questioned about why things didn't go as planned with Jamal; Candiace is confronted by the women about her reckless behaviour, specifically towards Mia.

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  24. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 7 Episode 2 - Allegation Nation
    8.3/10(23 votes)

    #24 - Allegation Nation

    S7:E2

    Karen's spring fling concludes with a whole lot of drama; Mia battles more than just a health scare when the ladies make a jarring allegation; a liberated Ashley hosts a sexy dance class for the ladies; Gizelle drops a bombshell allegation.

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  25. The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 9 Episode 11 - Secrets of the Love Lagoon
    8.3/10(21 votes)

    #25 - Secrets of the Love Lagoon

    S9:E11

    Stacey gets some heat for her relationship with TJ. Wendy makes a grand invitation to continue her 40th festivities in Panama. Karen hosts a "Love Lagoon" party at her home – full of risqué questions, unexpected answers and one uninvited guest with eight uninvited balloons.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Reunion (1)" is the best rated episode of "The Real Housewives of Potomac". It scored 9.4/10 based on 26 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/13/2020. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Reunion (2)".