"The Grande Dame and her frenemies deliver the gold standard of shade, proving etiquette is merely a cover for war."
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Oct 05, 2025 | Second Bloom | |
| E2 | Oct 12, 2025 | Mint to be Shady | |
| E3 | Oct 19, 2025 | Chin Checked | |
| E4 | Oct 26, 2025 | Tropic Like It’s Hot | |
| E5 | Nov 02, 2025 | Sunshine and Sexts | |
| E6 | Nov 09, 2025 | Suns Out, Buns Out | |
| E7 | Nov 16, 2025 | Guess Who's Back? | |
| E8 | Nov 23, 2025 | Pride and Pettiness | |
| E9 | Nov 30, 2025 | Leak What You Speak | |
| E10 | Dec 07, 2025 | Blunt Truths | |
| E11 | Dec 14, 2025 | Lease Is Up, Giddy Up | |
| E12 | Dec 21, 2025 | Potomac and Ponies and Problems | |
| E13 | Jan 04, 2026 | Altitude With Attitude | |
| E14 | Jan 11, 2026 | High and Dry | |
| E15 | Jan 18, 2026 | The Rocky Road To Sisterhood | |
| E16 | Jan 25, 2026 | Driving On Empty | |
| E17 | Feb 01, 2026 | Karen Comes Home | |
| E18 | Feb 15, 2026 | Reunion Part 1 | |
| E19 | Feb 22, 2026 | Reunion Part 2 | |
| E20 | Mar 01, 2026 | Reunion Part 3 |
Release Window: Late Fall
The Real Housewives of Potomac has maintained a steady annual rhythm for nine years, typically returning in October. Since its 2016 debut, the series has transitioned from a spring fixture into a cornerstone of the Bravo fall lineup. The network has consistently prioritized the franchise, ensuring a new season arrives every twelve to fourteen months. This reliability has solidified its status as a stable performer in the Housewives portfolio, maintaining a loyal viewership base through nearly a decade of continuous production.
The broadcast trajectory shifted from early spring premieres to a firm autumn schedule starting with later seasons. While the middle installments experimented with summer windows, the current pattern favors a late-year launch. This strategic placement aligns the show with the high-traffic fourth quarter, where it serves as a primary ratings driver for the network throughout the winter months.
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