Sister Wives Season 20! Kody Brown Addresses Adding Another Wife in New Trailer
The world of Sister Wives is heading into a brand-new chapter, and Season 20 promises to be one of the most emotionally charged seasons yet. After just a short break following the conclusion of Season 19, fans are already being pulled back into the swirling drama of Kody Brown and his ever-changing family dynamic. TLC dropped the official trailer for Season 20 on August 21, 2025, and it has sparked a storm of conversation. With legal drama, heartbreak, reconciliation attempts, and even hints at new wives, this season is shaping up to be unlike anything fans have seen before.
At the center of it all is Kody Brown himself, now left with only Robyn Brown as his remaining wife following his divorces from Christine, Janelle, and Meri. Season 19 focused heavily on the end of his spiritual marriage with Janelle, the heartbreaking death of his son Garrison, and Meri’s official decision to move forward with her life apart from Kody. Now, just two months later, the new season picks up with Kody wrestling with one of the biggest questions of his life: Does he want to rebuild his plural marriage, or is monogamy with Robyn enough?
The trailer wastes no time stirring the pot. In a candid moment with Robyn, Kody reveals: “I got another one of those emails from a woman who wants to get to know us for the purpose of joining the family.” It’s a shocking confession considering that just a year earlier, Kody swore he had no desire to pursue plural marriage again. For viewers, this revelation is a major twist. Robyn, who has long mourned the collapse of the plural marriage dream, is shown grappling with mixed emotions—on one hand, the idea that Kody is even considering another wife brings a glimmer of hope for the lifestyle she once cherished. On the other hand, the deep fractures between Kody and his former wives leave her questioning if adding anyone new could ever work.
But Kody’s journey this season isn’t just about entertaining new possibilities. He’s also reflecting on the devastation of his past relationships. The trailer reveals a series of raw confessional moments where Kody admits his regrets. “I said I didn’t love you. That wasn’t true,” he confesses in a tense exchange with Janelle, hinting at his desire to reconcile—if not romantically, then at least emotionally. In another clip, he admits: “I would love healing with Meri. I would love healing with Janelle. I would love healing with Christine.” These words mark a dramatic shift for a man who, in past seasons, was often too prideful or defensive to acknowledge his failings.
Still, reconciliation is easier said than done. Christine, now happily married to David Woolley, is shown making it clear that she wants nothing to do with Kody. At one point, she tells David, “I will never speak to Kody again.” Her firm stance underscores just how far she’s moved on, despite Kody’s attempts at apologies. Meri, too, shuts down any possibility of rekindling a relationship. In a firm moment that echoes Taylor Swift’s famous lyrics, she tells Kody: “We are never, ever, ever getting back together.” Meanwhile, Janelle edges closer to a formal spiritual divorce. In a conversation with Meri, she admits: “We talked about the spiritual divorce, and I think I’m ready.” Meri warmly supports her, saying, “I love that you’re doing this, Janelle.”
Alongside these personal reckonings, the family also faces practical issues—most notably, what to do about Coyote Pass, the Arizona property that has long been a source of tension. Kody expresses eagerness to sell, but Robyn digs in her heels. “Until everything is completely fair and we proceed correctly, I will not sell this land,” she insists, her voice breaking in frustration. Eventually, fans learn that the property was indeed sold in April 2025 for $1.5 million, but the process is fraught with conflict and emotion.
Adding to the intrigue is the introduction of a new layer of drama: legal battles. Christine hints in the trailer that matters have escalated beyond family disagreements. “I never thought it would come to this, but now the courts are involved,” she says tearfully, setting the stage for a season that tackles financial disputes, property ownership battles, and accusations of hidden funds. Shockingly, Meri discloses that her name was used in business dealings without her consent. “I signed papers because I trusted them, but now I may have to testify in court,” she reveals. This admission leaves fans questioning whether years of trust—and betrayal—are about to be laid bare in front of a judge.
The trailer builds to a climactic montage of the Browns walking separately into court, underscoring the fragmentation of a family that once prided itself on unity. Christine sums up the heartbreak in a tearful confessional: “We wanted love. We wanted family. But now it feels like war.”
Yet, Season 20 isn’t just about conflict. It also offers moments of healing and new beginnings. Meri explores dating again, even trying her hand at speed dating in one lighthearted yet awkward sequence. When asked about her love language, she laughs nervously before admitting, “My love language is physical touch.” Meanwhile, Janelle takes tentative steps toward independence, reflecting on her need to move forward and embrace her own happiness. For these women, life beyond Kody is not only possible but perhaps even liberating.
Even Robyn, often painted as the “favorite wife” or the cause of the family’s unraveling, is given a more vulnerable spotlight this season. The trailer shows her breaking down in tears as she confesses, “I didn’t want to be the reason this family fell apart. I just wanted peace.” Her emotional turmoil reveals the toll that years of division, criticism, and isolation have taken on her.
The official synopsis released by TLC teases that this season is all about turning points. After separations, heartbreak, and loss, the Browns are now at a crossroads. The synopsis reads: “The Browns are back and more emotionally raw than ever. This season, each family member faces major decisions that will redefine what family means to them.”
Beyond the personal drama, fans also get a glimpse of the Browns attempting a reunion meal at Christine’s new home. While tension lingers, the scene offers a rare flicker of unity. Mary tearfully admits, “I don’t want to feel out of place anymore. We are kin, and I miss you.” Christine reaches across the table to take her hand, affirming, “We can still move forward together. We should be unified, not divided, for the sake of our children.” It’s a poignant reminder that despite everything, the Browns remain bound by years of shared love, loss, and history.
Season 20 of Sister Wives premieres on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 10 p.m. ET/PT. With its blend of heartfelt confessions, shocking revelations, and high-stakes legal drama, the season is already being hailed as one of the most gripping yet. For longtime viewers, it’s a chance to witness whether the Browns can finally find peace—or if the fractures in their once-large family are too deep to ever mend.
What’s certain is that Kody Brown’s journey is far from over. Between exploring the possibility of another wife, grappling with the loss of his plural marriage, and facing courtroom battles that threaten to expose old secrets, this season promises to test him—and every member of the family—like never before.