When will 'Married at First Sight' Season 17 Episode 16 air? Couple's relaxing retreat to stir drama

'MAFS' Season 17 stars Brennan Shoykhet and Emily Balch sought Lifetime show experts' help to navigte their marriage
PUBLISHED FEB 1, 2024
'MAFS' Season 17 couple Brennan Shoykhet and Emily Balch will work on their marriage woes (YouTube/@lifetime)
'MAFS' Season 17 couple Brennan Shoykhet and Emily Balch will work on their marriage woes (YouTube/@lifetime)

DENVER, COLORADO: 'Married At First Sight' Season 17 Episode 16 will air on Wednesday, February 7, at 8 pm ET, followed by the 'After Party' at 10:30 pm ET. The latest season has been entertaining viewers with a dramatic plot, heartbreaking splits, and steamy romance.

After two couples already parted ways, Brennan Shoykhet and Emily Balch, Austin R and Becca Haley, and newlyweds Michael Shiakallis and Chloe Brown explore their relationships ahead of the decision day.

Meanwhile, 'MAFS' experts Dr Pepper Schwartz, Pastor Calvin 'Cal' Roberson, and Dr Pia Holec closely evaluate the couples' relationship and help them overcome their marriage woes.

Michael and Chloe recently exchanged vows and have already planned their future together. The couple had conversations with each other's family members and close friends.

Notably, both Michael and Chloe have similar views about having children which seemed to be a better part of their marriage.

Emily and Brennan, and Austin and Becca navigate their marriage (@lifetime)
Emily and Brennan and Austin and Becca navigate their marriage on the show (@lifetime)

How to watch 'Married At First Sight' Season 17 Episode 16?

'Married At First Sight' Season 17 Episode 16 will be available on the official website of Lifetime. Rent episodes on Amazon Prime Video. Lifetime is included in Frndly TV’s streaming package. You can access previous seasons on Netflix and Hulu.

Catch the latest episodes on-demand through live TV streaming services like Philo or Sling TV, both featuring Lifetime. Additionally, watch episodes on the network's website after they air.

What to expect from 'Married At First Sight' Season 17 Episode 16?

'Married At First Sight' Season 17 Episode 16, titled, 'Rocky Retreat' promises thrilling drama as the couples have just a few days left to decide if they are meant for each other or if they should part ways before Decision Day.

Newlyweds Michael Shiakallis and Chloe Brown had a whirlwind romance during their honeymoon but they now returned to the real world and planned to move in together.

However, moving in with a partner has never been an easy decision in the Lifetime show and fans can expect exciting drama.

Additionally, the official synopsis of the upcoming episode teases Michael and Chloe, "The final honeymoon is over, and the newlyweds return to Denver to face a mountain of new challenges."

Meanwhile, other couples, Brennan Shoykhet and Emily Balch, as well as Austin R and Becca Haley went on a relaxing retreat.

While some of the couples have high hopes of deepening their bond, others are just on an outright collision course.

Michael Shiakallis and Chloe Brown are open to adopt kids (@lifetime)
Michael Shiakallis and Chloe Brown return from their honeymoon (@lifetime)

What happened in 'Married At First Sight' Season 17 Episode 15?

In the previous episode of 'Married At First Sight' Season 17, Michael Shiakallis and Chloe Brown jetted off on a romantic honeymoon they finally exchanged vows. However, other couples -- Emily and Brennan and Austin and Becca -- explored the romantic aspect of their relationship.

The couples leaned on the experts for their guidance as they grappled with intense issues of honesty and trust.

'MAFS' star Becca Haley complains about the lack of sex (@lifetime)
'MAFS' stars Emily Balch and Becca Haley hang out together (@lifetime)

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