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our program.

our program. I'm

our program. I'm Deb

(EXPECTANT MUSIC PLAYS)

MAN: She looks really nice.

WOMAN: So pretty, hey?
WOMAN: Gorgeous.

WOMAN: Mmm. Here he comes.

Oh!

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

WOMAN: Oh, my god.

MAN: Good to see you, mate.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

(EXHALES)

I'm OK. (EXHALES)

(DRAMATIC MUSIC CONTINUES)

(EXHALES)

(MOUTHS WORDS)

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

(DRAMATIC MUSIC CONTINUES)

NARRATOR: This season...

WOMAN: I don't know if I'm going to
be matched with a man or a woman.

MAN: If she's a woke person...

I don't really stand
for any of that shit.

Hi.
How you doing?

Big, huge wow.

He said...

(GASPING)

..it's an experiment...

I never want to see that girl again.
(CRYING)

Get me out of here.
..you've never seen before.

What?!
No!

I'm not doing that shit.

Be a man and walk out
or be a man and sit down.

WOMAN: Oh, god. Here we go.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

JOHN: We're missing someone.

MAN: I don't know what to do.

NARRATOR: But with high risk
comes high reward...

Rhi...

I am falling in love with you.

I'm falling in love with you.

..as last year's experiment
saw Rhi and Jeff

get their happily-ever-after.

To the new MAFS cast, hello.
Hey, guys.

If you guys are doubting
the journey you're about to go on,

have a look at us.

We are a success story!

If you go on
and you do commit to it 100%,

beautiful things can happen.

You know, we live together now.
We've got a great life.

We couldn't be happier
that we leant into the experiment

and we went all in on it
and gave it a red-hot shot.

So, listen to the experts
and amazing things can happen.

I do love you, Rhi.

(CHEERING AND APPLAUSE)

I love you too.
OTHERS: Aw!

Thank you, Married At First Sight.
Thank you, Married At First Sight.

It definitely works.
(LAUGHS)

NARRATOR: And now,
for 18 new singles,

the search for their love story
begins.

MAN: I absolutely want to
fall in love with someone.

I'm here to find the person

that I'm going to spend
the rest of my life with.

MAN: I find modern dating
very difficult.

I'm not the fittest guy in the world
or tallest guy in the world.

I'm pushing 5'9".

I need the experts' help.
That's why I'm here.

MAN: I'll do anything for love.

And it's very important to look good
for my future wife.

You can never be overdressed
or overeducated

and I'm definitely not overeducated,
so I'm always overdressed. (LAUGHS)

NARRATOR: The 2026
Married at First Sight experiment

has officially launched,

as our first grooms settle in

to the traditional bucks' night.

MAN: How are you?
Hey, lads, how are you?

Grayson. Nice to meet you.

Fil. Nice to meet you, brother.
Good to meet you.

I'm Steven.
How are we? Grayson.

Scott.
Grayson. Nice to meet you, mate.

What's your name?
Grayson.

Hey, brother. Luke.
You're a naturally handsome man.

Thank you.

You just look like
a Clint Eastwood sort of guy.

(MEN LAUGH)
Do you know what I mean?

You're looking good, Steve.

Everyone's looking very sharp, mate.

You smell like you've just
rolled out of a Tom Ford, though.

(MEN LAUGH)

He does, doesn't he?
Smells so good.

It's gonna be a pretty wild ride,
huh?

MAN: Yeah.

(DRAMATIC HIP-HOP PLAYS)

I'm David and I'm from Queensland.

I'm an e-commerce
product manager,

but I was a rap artist
for ten years.

# Don't mind me
I'm just doing my thing

# Stay in my lane
Ain't a damn thing change... #

I was 100% a hustler, a grinder

and eventually I got signed

to an internationally renowned
record label.

You know, obviously,
doing rap music...

I feel like a lot of women think
I'm just a womanising party boy

and they instantly get put off.

# You don't know my story... #

But my lifestyle and my music
are two different things.

# Say it, bro, you cannot relate it
to this type of hustle

# You must be mistaken... #

(CHURCH BELLS RING)

My parents moved the family here
from Nigeria over 18 years ago.

My dad and my mum,
they're very strong people in faith.

I was raised, you know,
in the church Christian...

and their faith that they brought us
up in has definitely shaped me.

What is up, my guys?
MAN: Hello, mate.

David.
Nice to meet you, David.

It's a pleasure, mate.

But I am absolutely not
a perfect person

or someone, you know, to sit here
and preach to people

or tell them how to live their life.

How you going, mate? Scott.
Scott. Lovely to meet you, mate.

For me, it's a personal thing.

You're looking very sharp.

Thanks, mate. So do all of you guys.

How you feeling?
Awesome to meet you guys.

Yeah, a bit nervous, obviously.

My parents, they are traditional.

They've been together over 30 years,

so it was a real big surprise
to even tell them

I was coming on a show like this.

Were you nervous to tell them?
Absolutely.

Well, you've turned up and put us
all to shame, mate, you have.

(MEN LAUGH)

So schmick. I don't know
if I can get to your level.

(MEN LAUGH)
Are you all gym junkies here?

Is everyone a gym junkie?

I find modern dating...
it's very difficult.

On the apps, I'm not the typical guy
that girls gravitate towards.

There is prerequisites.

You've got to be six foot tall,
Instagram fitness model,

have a luxurious lifestyle.

A thing I sort of get
terrified about,

"Oh, jeez, what happens
if they don't like me?"

What happens if you turn around
and they go...

"This is not...
This is not a good start."

MAN: I was going to say before,
though,

you've got an unreal personality.

MAN: Like, yeah, absolutely
awesome energy.

Yeah. Genuinely.

You know, outgoing, funny.
Oh, thank you.

Yeah, you've got to back yourself
in that regard.

I've got a good feeling you're going
to get a really good match.

Thank you.

I appreciate the kind words.
It's true, though.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

What type of girl
are you looking for?

I'm not focusing too much on looks.

Sort of...not the same personality
as me,

but has the same common interests

so we've got something to
bond over and stuff like that.

(KNOCKING)

MAN: Did he just knock the door?

Oh, there's more.
(LAUGHTER)

Chris. How you going, mate?
Nice to meet you, mate.

Chris.
Nice to meet you, Chris.

(MEN LAUGH)

Squeeze him in. Squeeze him in.

Has everyone...
Has everyone already done

the old what we're looking for,
what we're into?

How many people...

How many people said something
that they don't mean?

(MEN LAUGH)

Here we go. (LAUGHS)

I'm Chris. I'm from Melbourne.

I tend to make a really strong
first impression.

People really love me or hate me.

INTERVIEWER: What turns you off?

Fake tan, needy and fat people.

There's a reason people
are going on this show.

There's a reason
you've got "experts" doing it.

What? "Experts."

If that's a qualification.
(LAUGHS)

(MEN LAUGH)

I've got a question.

Would you have sex
on the wedding night?

MAN: I'd like to think...

The honeymoon. Yeah. That's kind of
where you'd like to connect.

Is it getting up?
Is it getting up?

(MEN LAUGH)

Are you asking me because of my age?

Chris was like this... (POPS)
He was stirring the pot.

What are you...
What are you looking for?

Nice looks...
Looks are massive for me.

It's not... It's not all about
the personality, surely.

What's going to be your red flag,
almost a deal-breaker?

Have you got one?

Overweight, for me.

It can be harsh, but I'm not,
like, afraid to say it.

Oh!

Chris is very blatant and blunt.

I don't go down the street
calling someone fat.

But, like, if I have
a general interest in someone,

they're generally going to be,
like, fit and healthy.

And it sort of indicates to me why
he is struggling to find love,

because if that's the way
he speaks about women,

then he's got no chance.

MAN: No go.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC)

NARRATOR: While the bucks' night
is well underway,

over the other side of Sydney

the hens' night has yet to begin

due to the late arrival
of our first bride.

(HORN HONKS)

(HORN HONKS)
Oooh.

Do I smell?

Like, I ate a whole tub
of fried rice before.

Do I look alright?

I can't believe there is
an eligible bachelor out there

willing to be married to me.

Am I allowed to wee
during my hens' party?

Actually he's getting forced to,
so you can't run away. (LAUGHS)

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

I'm getting married because...

(BLEEP).

..I need all the help I can get.

Oh! I'm the first one! (LAUGHS)

Vino.

Oh!

Oh, my gosh, it's so pretty.

I'm Bec. I'm 35
and I'm from Adelaide.

Let's have some of this.

I'm so nervous.

Growing up, there was not
a lot of self-love going on.

My friends,
they were all beautiful and skinny

and I was never that.

I was always the chubby one.

But over the past 12 months,
I worked on my mind,

worked on my health

and I've lost 20 kilos.

I don't think I'm a ten out of ten
by any means at all,

but I...I definitely walk through
life now thinking and feeling

that I'm beautiful

and I've never felt beautiful
before.

I hope my future husband
looks at me and thinks,

"How lucky am I?"

WOMEN: Hi.

I'm Bec. Your name?
I'm Mel.

Oh, my god,
so nice to meet you.

I hope that I'm everything

that he expected to be walking
towards him at the end of the aisle

and excited to be married to me.

You lucky duck. (LAUGHS)

Hi!

Oh, my god, there's another one!
What's your name?

You're so gorgeous!
I'm Julia.

Drink?
Oh, wow. Yeah.

OK, so, what are you looking for?

Well, what am I looking for?

So I...I actually date men
and women.

Love that.

For me, it's not about the gender.

OK, nice.

Like, the connection
transcends the gender

and it's been like that for me
over the last eight years

since I've been dating men
and women.

Yeah.

So... Yeah, so that's like
just another layer of nerves

that I'm experiencing...
Oh, yeah.

..because it's, like, I have no idea
who is going to be there on the day.

It could go either way.

It feels really exciting. (LAUGHS)

I literally have no idea if
the person at the end of the aisle

is going to be a guy or a girl.

You could be...
Marry a woman.

I'm just expecting the unexpected.

Mic drop on that, like, literally.
(LAUGHS)

WOMAN: Oh, hello.

How are you?
Oh, my gosh. Hi.

I'm Rachel.
Hello. I'm Bec.

What are you drinking?
Oh, let's get a drink.

Girl gang. Love it.

Tell us what you're looking for.

For me, like, what I'm
really looking for,

it's...it's a feeling.

But I've actually not had
a relationship for 14 years.

Rachel!
Yeah, I know. Oh, yeah, I know.

I've been in so many
situationships, grey areas

where they've actually gone on to,
like, have successful relationships

and, like, get married...

After...
Yeah.

And I'm just here, like, "Cool.

"So were you just so disappointed
with me that it's like, 'Next'?"

RACHEL: I've had years worth
of unsuccessful dating

and it has really, really,
like, chipped...

It chips away at your confidence.

I've tried the dating apps.
I've not had any success, personally

I don't fit that physical checklist.

I've never been told by a partner
that I'm beautiful.

I've never received compliments
like that,

like "You're beautiful" or...
I'm shocked.

you know, out...

So I'm just, like... (EXHALES)

I'm here for my match.

I'm looking for someone who's
going to make me feel secure

and OK to be myself.

I want you to hold my hand in public
and be like, "This is my person.

"I'm with her" and be proud...

Be proud.
..to be with me.

Your husband is a very lucky man.
Oh, thank you.

You don't have trauma
from past relationships.

I have situationship trauma.
OK, yeah, fair enough.

That's the worst trauma ever.
(LAUGHS)

This is just a group of women
full of hope

and, like, just the presence
they bring, like, instant support.

You're a (BLEEP) catch.
Thanks, babe.

Like, it's a nice energy.
A lot of energy.

Hi!

(WOMEN EXCLAIM)

I can't actually believe I'm here.

This is... This is happening.
I'm Bec.

Oh! I'm Rebecca.

Like, I'm beside myself.

(LAUGHS)

But I'm a bit older, so I'll have to
tone it down a bit.

You look gorgeous.

You look like
you're the owner of this house.

(WOMEN LAUGH)

There's so many beautiful women
in that room.

WOMAN: Hello!
WOMAN: Hi.

I'm Brook.

Oh, gosh, they're so hot.

We've got model energy!

WOMAN: Hello.
(WOMEN EXCLAIM)

I'm Bec. Your name?
Stella.

Stella! Welcome!

What did I miss?

Oh, my god!

The fact that all of us
are in the room tonight...

WOMEN: Cheers!

..we're very different people
celebrating our hens' party.

WOMAN: South African?
No, I'm not.

OK, we give up. Tell us.
(WOMEN LAUGH)

Lithuania. So I'm Lithuanian.
WOMEN: Lithuanian!

BEC: And all of us
are looking for love.

I feel the connection already.

It's got to bring you close
together.

I honestly have had very bad luck
in the men department, so...

RACHEL: Mm-hm-hm.
So have we, obviously.

WOMAN: That's why we're here.

But I honestly believe
that I'm going to look at him

and he's going to hold my hand
and he's like, "I've got you."

Yeah, "We've got this."

Yeah.

And honestly, like,
I think all of us in there

are a supportive human being.

We'll just do a cheers to us.
WOMEN: Cheers.

WOMAN: Oh, my god.
WOMAN: Whoo-hoo.

WOMEN: Cheers!

WOMAN: My husband,
he's got to keep up with me.

I will keep him on his toes.

I'm not easy.

But with men,
I always get my way.

It's easy to know why.

Beautiful fake tits.

He's gonna listen to me, isn't he?

(OPERATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

GIA: I'm a typical Italian.

I can be a bit spicy, a bit crazy...

and I definitely take pride
in my appearance.

I'm up at 6am looking like a Barbie.
That's it.

Other women are like, "Oh,
look at her. Like, stuck-up bitch.

"Like, why does she feel the need
to have her tits out?"

Like, 'cause, Karen, I (BLEEP)
want to have my tits out.

What's wrong with that?
Like, I don't care.

I don't give a shit.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

I'm not here to live ordinary.
I want to be remembered.

I'm not a basic bitch, you know.

Hi.
(WOMEN CHEER)

I'm Mel.
Hey, Mel.

Nice to meet you.
Gia. Lovely to meet you.

Good. Nice to meet you.
Nice to meet you, Gia. Yeah.

Gia.

I'm seeing some sweet girls.

Nice to meet you.

Like, pretty, but not, like, baddies

I'm not, like, "Wow, she's
(BLEEP) hot," you know.

WOMAN: Grab a drink.
Yeah, amazing.

I don't see myself getting lost
in the crowd.

Look at you!

Jesus!

Look at me. (LAUGHS)

It's a hens'. Are we getting
(BLEEP) up? Like...

(WOMEN LAUGH)

Gia, she's a big personality.

Sorry, I'm squishing it.

Tell me about you.
Mmm.

I was in a situationship...

Yeah.

Oh, babe, I've never been
broken up with.

I leave every guy. Like, (BLEEP)
a bit of a man-eater.

I leave every guy.

Yeah, nah.

(WOMEN LAUGH)

Trust me when I tell you,
this one's gonna be spicy.

Why are you guys not getting
(BLEEP) up? It's a hens'.

(LAUGHS)

You guys, how excited are you?
You guys pumped or what?

MAN: We're all in play, as you know.

Yeah, I'm shitting bricks.

(MEN LAUGH)
I got to be paranoid at something.

Yeah.

I'm excited.
Yeah.

I'm fully pumped.
I'm ready to dive into it.

I... I had a mate of mine,
he was on this here.

He's now married to her
with a child, so...

Oh, full-on!
Oh, yeah.

OK, so, eh, it works.
Yeah.

One of my best mates, Johnny,
came on the show five years ago

and quickly found an epic connection
with this woman.

How are you going?
Hey. I can't feel my legs. (LAUGHS)

Watching Johnny fall in love
with Kerry was wild.

Kerry,
I am falling in love with you...

and I wholeheartedly
want to continue

this crazy, beautiful journey
with you.

(RESOUNDING MUSIC PLAYS)

Oh, my god.

He and Kerry are still married with
a beautiful family of their own...

and I'm so happy for him,

which brings me here today.

I'm here to fall in love
as Johnny and Kerry did.

I'm ready to give it everything
I got.

So, boys, if I can give you
any confidence, it has worked.

It has worked.
Alright, here we go.

There you go. Yeah, sick. Sick.

Let's all have a toast.
Cheers, boys.

Cheers.
(RESOUNDING MUSIC PLAYS)

MAN: Good vibes.

RACHEL: So, then, I have been
technically single for 14 years.

That's OK.

Yeah.

(VOICE FADES) Dating apps have been
so unsuccessful

because there's always
a misalignment...

From Melbourne, as you know.

So I want a relationship...
Yeah.

(RACHEL'S VOICE FADES)
Yep.

..all that kind of stuff...

He has full-blown relationships...
Tragic tales of a woman.

I feel like sometimes...

Just didn't work, you know.
Yep.

And so I've not been in a...

(BLEEP). The energy was boring.
I'm so sorry.

RACHEL: And so I've not been in a...

GIA: They're just very basic.

What you're looking at
is a confident woman...

Sorry, boring.

So, what about you?

GIA: I moved to LA in my early 20s.

Like, covered in tattoos.

Oh!

Join in, babe.
Yeah.

Alright.

Like, crazy.

I went every Sunday
for, like, four years.

Anyhoos, people.

Should everyone talk about
when their last 'relaish' was?

(WOMEN LAUGH)

Bec? Is that her name?

(TENSE MUSIC PLAYS)

Yeah. Weird bitch.

She was looking at me in a way,
like, "I hate this bitch."

And I was giving it back,
so I don't really care.

Like, relax. Like, you're a five
out of ten, so (BLEEP) chill.

Do you know what I mean?

I know.

I did beauty pageants
in my early 20s.

WOMAN: Wowzah!
Can't you tell?

I'm in so much trouble.

I'm not going to go out of my way
to be an arsehole to someone

but your attitude stinks
and I don't like it. (LAUGHS)

(LAUGHTER)

She's hot, though.

Give her that.

Too bad about the personality.

(LAUGHS)

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

(TINKLING)

I just want to take this opportunity
to say cheers to us

for all being here.

The most important part is this -

anyone comes near my man,
watch out!

That's all I'm saying.

(WOMEN CHEER)

WOMEN: Cheers!

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

So, the old Rebecca...

WOMEN: Cheers.
(GLASSES TINKLE)

..lovely.

But (BLEEP) chill out.

(WOMEN LAUGH)

Do you think any of us hot bitches
at 30 and 20

are gonna (BLEEP) try and take
your 50-year-old, babe?

You're good, don't worry. Relax.

Relax.

Cheers!

NARRATOR: Next...

I'm really, really sorry.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

I don't think I can marry you.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

(RESOUNDING MUSIC PLAYS)

MEL: Well, here we are again.

It's the 2026
Married at First Sight experiment.

I'm really excited about this bunch.

JOHN: So let's get straight to it.
Let's do it.

Alright, well, first up,
I'd love to talk about Rachel.

Rachel has a lot of love to give.

She's caring and kind and she's
got a fantastic sense of humour.

(RACHEL LAUGHS)

(LAUGHS) Sorry. I do that stupid
laugh and I can't control it.

(LAUGHS)

I can't help myself. (LAUGHS)

Oh, my goodness.

Oh! (LAUGHS)

(LAUGHS)

My name is Rachel
and I'm from Melbourne.

I live with my cat Crookshanks.
(LAUGHS)

Oooh... Big fight.

She is named after the cat
on Harry Potter, Hermione's cat.

(LAUGHS)

We come as a little duo.

We're like a little package deal
sort of thing.

(MIAOWS)

(LAUGHS)

So this is it.
This is it.

You're here.
It's happening.

You said yes.
I said yes.

What leads you to want to be
on Married at First Sight?

I've never been told by a partner
that I'm beautiful.

I've never received compliments
like that.

Like, "You're beautiful" or...
I'm shocked.

..or, you know, out...
so I'm just, like... (EXHALES)

I've been single technically
for 14 years,

so quite a significant amount
of time.

All I've really known
is situationships.

I had a long situationship
of seven years.

Toxic as hell.

Like, I never met any of his friends
He never met any of mine.

Yeah. Like, it was just...
I felt like...

Sorry.

I felt like a dirty secret.

I felt...

I wasn't good enough.

Um...

He wasn't proud to be with me.

He completely shattered
my confidence and my heart.

Years worth of unsuccessful dating,

it has really, really,
like, chipped...

It chips away at your confidence.

I've tried the dating apps.
I've not had any success, personally

I don't fit that physical checklist.

These beauty standards
that come from Instagram

really sends this message out
of, like,

"OK, well, this is
what girls should look like."

Not all girls look like this.

But seeing what went on last year
with Rhi and Jeff...

Rhi, I am falling in love with you.

I'm falling in love with you.
(LAUGHS)

..a partner in life and in love...

And that's what I want.
That's why I'm here.

I've tried everything else,
so why not? (LAUGHS)

What is it that you want now?

I want the man of my dreams.

The man of your dreams!
(LAUGHS)

Describe him to me.

'Heart of gold' is definitely
how I describe my man.

For me, looks only are skin-deep.

I'm looking for someone who's
going to make me feel secure,

someone who's fun and likes to laugh
has that goofy side.

Someone who can laugh
at themselves as well

and it's, like, OK to be myself.

I have a quirky personality,

so they could be like,
"Well, she's a bit weird," like...

and, like, you know, fair, I am.

But let me be the weird little me
that I am

and I want to do the same for them.

(STRAINS)

I'm Steven, I'm 35, from Sydney

and I'm a doctor for boats.

That's a propeller removal.

Bring me your sick boat
and I'll fix it right up

and get you back out on the water.

(DRILLS)

Absolutely.

I pretty much live at the workshop.

Spanners, sockets, angle grinder.
Can be a bit wild with that thing.

Yeah, that thing is pretty wild
at times.

She might find it hot.
But I'm hoping she finds it hot.

WOMAN: What are you looking for
in a girl?

Sort of like a female version
of Mum, you know.

(LAUGHS)
Me and Mum are pretty close.

I'm a little bit of a mama's boy.

We were watching Married
At First Sight with your father

and I said to you, "You should
actually apply for the show

"because you're quite funny."

But I was surprised you got picked.
(BOTH LAUGH)

Well, that makes two of us, Mum.
(BOTH LAUGH)

I thought, "That's weird."

I've lost count.

My last serious relationship
was more than a decade ago

and I haven't been...

yeah, held anything down since.

It's going to be sad for me.

You're my last baby.

But I want you to be happy.
I want you to get married.

I want you to have a family.

I want you to experience what
your siblings have. I want that.

STEVEN: I find modern day
very difficult on the apps.

I'm not the typical guy
that a girl gravitate towards...

and there's definitely a checklist,

so you've got to be six foot tall,
Instagram fitness model,

have a luxurious lifestyle

and that's just not reality.

I feel defeated.

I'd be lying if I didn't say
I feel defeated.

I don't want to pretend to be
someone else

and...you know,
to get my foot in the door.

I just want to be myself.

And that's why I'm here.

I want to find a partner in love.

I think you are someone who is
ideally suited to this experiment

because you're going to give this
everything you can.

You've got a big heart
and that's what we love.

Speaking of that, what are you
looking for in a partner?

Um... I haven't had a long time
to think about it...

and I want that connection.

Nice, outgoing, down to earth

and if they can make me laugh,
oh...that's a big one.

If they can make me laugh,
that is so attractive.

The dating world has not been kind
to either of these guys.

In a superficial world
of swipe left or right,

they are constantly being rejected

and it's left them both
with some serious scars.

They are so deserving
of this experience.

I really hope they can heal
through this process

and find the confidence
to start believing in themselves

when it comes to
intimate relationships.

Let's lock it in. Rachel and Steven.

Love it.
MEL: Yes.

NARRATOR: With the first couple
Rachel and Steven matched

and ready to enter the experiment,

it's time to unveil our next couple.

(FOOTSTEPS APPROACH)

WOMAN: Feeling fantastic!

I am at your service.

Welcome.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

Lights, camera, action!

Got bugs flying in my face.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC CONTINUES)
(SLURPS)

Ah!

I wonder what my husband's
going to be like.

What do you reckon he has to
watch out for with me?

Everything.

I'm a lot.

I'm such a high-energiser bunny.

But I also am a pain in the arse.

BELINDA: He would be a lucky man,

but he also would need to be
a very patient man

because you're crazy.
(LAUGHS)

Who's your daddy?

I'm my daddy.

Who's a slay queen?
I'm a slay queen.

I'm Alissa, I'm from Adelaide

and I'm a nurse
and social media manager.

Are you going to have
a productive day?

Yeah, I'm gonna have
a productive day.

We're gonna get shit done. Cheers.

You either love me or you don't.

I need a daddy.

Hopefully you find me a daddy.

I'm confident enough to know

that I'm not going to be liked
by everyone,

but I will always be authentic.

I've been a nurse for 12 years.

I specialise in paediatrics,
so little babies.

I actually love it. Love it so much.

I can be my positive self,
show up for the little ones,

sing them songs.

You can actually be a positive light
in the darkness

and the families are just like
"Thank you so much."

Nothing can ever take
that feeling away.

I absolutely love caring for people.

I feel like I'm very passionate.

I work hard, but I love hard

and I believe in the past
it's definitely got the best of me.

My last love was my longest love.

It was six years

and the first three and a half years
of our relationship was magical.

It was like my fairytale.

But there was no commitment there.

Um...

I don't want to talk about it.

(SOLEMN MUSIC PLAYS)
(CRIES)

That's triggering.

Because it's bringing back memories.

I don't want to think about it.
(CRIES)

Love can be beautiful... (CRIES)

but it can also break your heart too

because I honestly thought
we were going to get married

and have a family
and all those things.

I thought that this person was
going to be my person forever

and now I'm in this house...

We have all these memories
together

and I'm living here
and I'm like, "Oh, I'm alone."

There's a lot of challenges
that get thrown at you

with Married at First Sight.

Is there anything
that you're worried about?

I don't want to (BLEEP) around.

No.

I really hope that my future husband
is here to make a commitment.

So, commitment is
what you're after?

I want to date someone that's...
that's going to follow through.

I don't want to do another, you
know, five, six years with someone

and then just be...
miss out on being a mum

and miss out on all the fairytale
wedding and all those things.

It'd be nice to see you with someone
that's looking out for you.

Of course.

And also, like, you need someone
to match your energy.

You're a hurricane...
(LAUGHS)

..but you're also, like,
a really domineering force.

You're definitely someone when you
know what you want, you go after it.

Yeah.

Like, I feel like you've got a type,
though.

What's my type?
Confident. Ripped.

Caring, kind and, like,
really secure in their masculinity.

Yeah. I need a daddy.

Good luck, daddy.
I'm going to challenge you.

(WOMEN LAUGH)

MAN: I think I'm an absolute catch.

There's lots of fish in the sea,

but you want to make sure
you catch a big fish.

Best-case scenario, she's like,
"Oh, my chocolate Nigerian prince.

"I've been waiting for you
all my life."

# You're here to witness
a legend... #

But the haters are going to come
for me and my hairline.

But anyway... (LAUGHS)

I'm David, 31
and I'm from Brisbane

and I'm an e-commerce
product manager,

but I've been a rap artist
for the last ten years.

# Yeah, don't mind me
I'm just doing my thing

# Stay in my lane
Ain't a damn thing changed... #

Rap music is something
that I'm always passionate about.

I wake up every day
and the first song I put on

is 50 Cent 'Hustler's Ambition'...

Actually, that's an album.
I love 50 Cent, though.

Shout out, 50.

(LAUGHS)

(WOMAN LAUGHS)

That's made me sound like
I'm not a rapper.

You know, obviously,
doing rap music,

a lot of women would go off
face value

and think that I'm out to play,

but I have genuine values

and my parents and their faith
taught me that.

They've been together
for over 30 years in marriage

and no matter how rocky things get,
they've always stuck together.

And that's the level of commitment
I'm looking for.

To find someone who is there
for the long haul is the hard bit.

The women that you're meeting...
Yeah.

..are not interested in commitment?
No.

Or they're maybe just not looking
for me.

And I thought
I'm a pretty decent guy.

Yeah.

But they want the bad boys
instead of the church boys.

They think I'm just too nice.

In the past,
I've gone to the extreme

of putting my partner's happiness
above mine

and that has just led me into
being more unhappy

and things never working out.

The key now
going into the person I marry

is to make sure
that we're both equals in this.

And I definitely want
a strong woman,

but not selfish and self-centred.

I want someone
who wants to build together

and definitely someone who's ready
for the level of commitment

that I'm ready for.

What is great about
David and Alissa

is that they will
balance each other out.

Alissa has that spice
that David has been looking for.

We know she has
a big personality,

but if there's anybody who can
handle that, it's David.

And just like Alissa,
he really craves commitment.

He wants someone who's all in

and he's looking for
that great love story,

so I think he and Alissa meet
on so many levels.

You know, something about these two
just feels right.

Yeah. Yeah, I think they've got
huge potential.

So let's lock it in.

ALESSANDRA: Let's.
David and Alissa.

Fantastic.

NARRATOR: The first two matches
of the experiment have been made

and it's the morning
of the weddings...

WOMAN: Come on. I'm ready.

..and outspoken new bride Alissa
is not holding back

on expressing her anxieties
for the day ahead.

I have a lot of hair, so I don't
know how you're going to do it all.

I have no idea
what I'm in for today.

Can we play some music or something?

I've already cried twice.

Hello?

And last night
I started to spiral a little bit...

What if I really don't like
my husband?

..and I...
(DOORBELL RINGS)

Oooh, there's food.

I need this.

I'm also premenstrual,
so the hormones are raging.

She's starving all the time.

Holy shit. This is happening.
I'm here.

Oh, that watermelon's not good.

What the (BLEEP) am I doing?

I hope that my husband...he's
at least taller than me. of course.

Six foot will be great.

Tall, dark and handsome, you know.
A bit of a mix would be nice.

Looks after himself physically.

He's got some hair on his head,
you know,

a bit of stubble, well groomed.

Smells delicious.

You know, just...
Oh, it's delicious.

Like, drooling.

I don't want to have
too many expectations

because if he's not those things,

I don't want him to feel like
he's not enough.

But please make sure
he is a perfect husband.

(LAUGHS)

DAVID: Who wouldn't like me?

If she hasn't caught any fish,

she's going to want to reel that in.

Absolutely. Big fish, big catch.

(LAUGHS)

You brought that up. (LAUGHS)

Big man, big G.
You look so good, man.

Good to see you, bro.
Good to see you.

You're looking stunning, G.

I said my prayers this morning and
just talked to God in my own way.

What are you hoping for, man?
She's got to be fit.

Nice booty.

I'm also hoping
she's a calm, kind person.

I'm just hoping the whole day
is, like, guided by God's will

and I'm definitely hoping he
leads me to a peaceful destination.

Bottoms up, bitches.

Cheers to the same penis forever.
Whoo!

Peace. What man doesn't want peace?

I want another one. (LAUGHS)
Alright.

If she's loud
and she's a wild person...

Pop that champagne.

..I feel like we might clash
a little bit.

Breakfast of champions.

It really does put some hair
on your chest, doesn't it?

But I hope she's not doing shots.

(COUGHS) Oh, god.
And if she swears a lot...

Today's my (BLEEP) wedding day!

..that might be an issue.

Hopefully he doesn't have
a micro-penis.

Yeah.

How is Alissa coping as a bride this
morning? (EXCLAIMS)

(LAUGHS) That's right.
(BLEEP) cuckoo.

The style's not working.

If you're on the Alissa
roller-coaster,

hold on to your tits.
Oh, I don't...

I (BLEEP) hate this.
This is calm Alissa.

Wait till you get a few weeks in.
Yeah.

(BOTH LAUGH)

I think she needs a champagne,
though, don't you?

She definitely needs a champagne.
Yeah.

Oh, my god, this is too much.

She needs a bit more than a drink
at this stage.

Yeah, OK.
She's just a bit, like...

I know.
..neurotic.

She is having a bit of a meltdown,
but it's OK.

As her bridesmaids,
we're here for her.

We know the assignment.

Alissa, do you need some food?
Yes, please.

We knew rocking up today
we need to have the snack box.

Snacks are just key
to everything in life.

We knew that she needed
her garter to be extra sexy.

Your husband has to take it off
with his teeth.

Oh. OK. But what if I don't like
my husband?

Today, if she doesn't get
what she wants...

Oh!
(CHEERING AND APPLAUSE)

Oh...
Hmm.

(IMITATES SLITTING)
(LAUGHS)

NARRATOR: It's the morning
of Alissa and David's wedding.

Baby, let's do this.
Oh! I can't wait, brother.

(LAUGHS)
I cannot wait.

..and as David receives his final
good-luck wishes from his best man,

Alissa is taking a moment.

So, Mum sent me a message
this morning

and I'm gonna read it to you guys.

So... "Just sitting quietly,
reflecting on the things

"that have been and what is to come.

"I love you unconditionally,
as only a mother can.

"I'm so proud of you.

"I admire your strength
and passion for life

"and the way you see things
so differently.

"I hope and pray
you get to meet the man

"that was meant for you,

"to love, cherish and respect you,

"to honour and provide for you,

"to go weak at the knees
when you walk in the room

"and be excited to come home to you
every day after work.

"This is what I want for you.

"You deserve nothing less.

"Walk with your head high
and enjoy the ride."

(CRIES)

That's my mum. (CRIES)

That's special.

She knows how much it means to me.

Yeah.

I've been through so much,

to a point where
I really, really want this to work.

I have to just be open
to this experiment

and trust that the experts
have got it right for me.

I'm really excited.
But I'm also very scared.

Yeah, I'm scared, but... (CRIES)

I'm a confident gal.

I have so much to offer.

But, you know,
I don't want to be hurt again.

ALISSA: I'm giving this experiment
my everything.

I'm taking the biggest risk
I've ever taken

because I still believe in love,
after all of that.

My life never panned out
the way that I wanted it to.

I'm 33 and I would have
expected myself to be married

and to have children by now,

so this better work out

because I'll be pretty devastated
if it didn't.

(BRIGHT PIANO MELODY PLAYS)

I'm so nervous for him.

I'm gonna cry if he doesn't get
the person he's after.

Hi.
Hello.

WOMEN: Hi.

You guys look beautiful.

This is Mum.
Hi, Mum.

Hello.

You got nothing to be worried about.
He's a great guy.

Good. He'll need to put
his seatbelt on.

Yeah. Oh, no.

He will need to put his seatbelt on.

DAVID: Where's the background music?
I feel like I need some beats.

Damn.

Let's get this show started.

Man, I'm spinning out.

I'm doing the craziest experience
of my life

and I'm gonna get married.

That's crazy.

I had this gut feeling that I needed
to do this and do this for me.

The perfect wife would be someone
who's driven and confident.

A kind, caring person
and maybe a great big booty.

DAVID: I'm definitely ready
to leave single life behind.

I want the real deal.

I want that commitment.

WOMAN: Hi.
WOMAN: Hello.

Hello.
I'll come down there.

How are you?
MAN: What's up, bro?

Oh, my god. My brain
just went like, "Boom."

Hey. Looking dapper, brother.
MAN: You're looking great.

Oh!

I'm Belinda.
Belinda.

I like your earrings.
Oh, thank you.

Bling.
She likes a long black.

I mean, here's a tall order, right?

Adriana?
Adriana.

Italian?
Greek.

Greek. That's why the double kiss.
(LAUGHS)

How are you?

Who watching this
wouldn't be loving that?

Good to meet you.
You smell great.

Thank you. Thank you so much.
(WOMEN LAUGH)

She's gonna eat you up.
Oh, I hope she does.

(LAUGHTER)
Fantasy chocolate right here.

(LAUGHTER)

Wait until he takes his shirt off.
It's even better.

Oh, the shirt's staying on, guys.
(LAUGHTER)

I think she's going to be
absolutely smitten.

Oooh! (LAUGHS)

I'm shaking for you.
Do you like booty?

Do I like booty?
(LAUGHTER)

You're in for a treat.

She's got more booty than you
can handle, I'm telling you.

Our prayers have been answered.

Yeah.
(LAUGHTER)

I'm gonna get you to face this way.
OK.

Thank you.

They're gonna get along
stupidly well.

ALISSA: Today's the biggest day
of my life.

I am taking the biggest risk
I've ever taken.

But I could be meeting the man
that could give me

my happily-ever-after.

I can see her.

I've been so in love,

to a point where I thought
that this person was going to be

my person forever.

We were together a long time,
but there was no commitment there.

I'll never forget
what that felt like.

So I don't want to be
let down again.

You look beautiful.

You look lovely.

You're good.
I'm OK.

(EXHALES)

(DRAMATIC MUSIC)

ALISSA: Now it's my time.

I don't want to be in a relationship
like that anymore.

I need a man.

Time is so precious
and I don't have time to give

if it's going to be wasted.

But it has to feel right,

so when I lock eyes with him...

I'll know.

(LAUGHS NERVOUSLY)

Lovely to meet you.

(LAUGHTER)
Hello.

How are you, sir?
Joe.

David. Nice to meet you.

Fantastic.

Hi.
Hi.

How are you?
Good. How are you? What's your name?

I'm Alissa.
Alissa.

You look stunning.

(EXHALES) Thank you so much.

(LAUGHTER)

Thank God she's hot.

Wow.

(BOTH LAUGH)

I was actually taken aback.

I didn't know what to expect,
but she looked stunning.

I love your earrings.
They're pearl earrings?

Thank you so much.
Bring out the eyes, you know.

Damn.

Wow. This is a lot, isn't it?
It is. It's much.

Well, you're doing well.
You're doing really well.

(WHISPERS) I've never seen her
this nervous.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC)
(EXHALES) OK.

(MOUTHS WORDS)

(EXHALES)

MAN: Welcome, everyone.

Thank you for joining in
this very special occasion.

Today, we're gathered to witness
the marriage of Alissa and David.

(EXHALES)

Marriage is a commitment
that calls for openness,

vulnerability and the courage
to take risks... (VOICE FADES)

This moment marks the beginning of
a brand-new chapter in their lives

as they step forward into
this journey together.

I now ask if any person present
has a genuine reason

as to why these two should not be
joined in marriage,

please speak now
or forever hold your peace.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

I'm really, really sorry.

What's she saying?

What's she's saying?

I don't think I can marry you.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

Yep.

I now ask if any person present
has a genuine reason

as to why these two should not be
joined in marriage...

please speak now
or forever hold your peace.

(TENSE MUSIC PLAYS)

I'm really, really sorry.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

What's she saying?

I don't think I can marry you.

Yep.

(TENSE MUSIC PLAYS)

I completely understand.

(EXHALES)

No, it's completely understandable.

Not until you get on one knee
and propose to me first.

(LAUGHTER)
Oh!

(LAUGHTER CONTINUES)

Damn.

WOMAN: You bitch!

You know what, I need to be
escorted out after that.

(LAUGHTER)

She got me good.

She got all of us.

DAVID: She got me.

Like, I have to clap for her.
Like, ten points.

I have to bow down for that one.

You got me good.
(LAUGHTER)

Wow. Do I have to do it right now?

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

Yeah. You have to get on one knee.

Oh, you know,
just the way things are set up...

Oh, I gotta, you know... We'll see.

You're not gonna get down on one
knee and propose to me first?

Eventually.
Like, not on our wedding day?

I know you got pretty blue eyes,
but, you know, I can...

No, I'm not gonna marry you
until you get down on one knee

and ask me to marry you.

WOMAN: Ooh, here we go.

I'm kind of getting hot about it,
though.

It will happen eventually, for sure.

We're getting married.

We are getting married.

Well, it's too late, babe.
Like, I didn't even...

I'm not marrying you
until you get down on one knee

and propose to me.

(LAUGHTER)
Oooh.

I'm sorry.

I don't know if this is
part of the set or, you know...

This is what I need from you.

This is what... I mean, babe...
Yeah.

You know, we'll work it out later.

(TENSE MUSIC PLAYS)

I can't tell if you're being
serious.

No, I am.

She's dead serious.

Oh, she's dead serious.

I really, really, really need you
to do that for me

'cause that is, like, my dream.

That is your actual dream?

Yeah, and I've waited for
this moment for so long.

Oh, goddamn.

I'm here for the long game.
I'm not here to stuff around.

I just want a man
who's going to commit to me.

She needs to see commitment, David.

(LAUGHTER)
She needs to see...

She needs to see commitment.

We're already...
We're already married.

We're literally already married.
You're not.

You don't know what this girl's
been through. She needs that.

You know, I'll do that...

I'll re-enact that
after the wedding.

Is she not worth
getting on one knee for?

She is worth
getting on two knees for.

But, like, you know...
Words are cheap, though, David.

(LAUGHTER)

Put your money where your mouth is.

So we're not...we're not doing
the vows until...until I get down?

Damn. I don't know, babe, you know.

WOMAN: Who's gonna submit here?

Can you believe
what the hell's going on?

Is this guy for real?

WOMAN: I know.
MAN: Absolutely wild.

Well, she's got some...
she's got some balls.

He actually doesn't want
to get down on one knee

and say, "Will you marry me?"
when we're standing at the altar.

Literally, at the altar, babe,
it's too late to do that.

Like, we're past that already.

MAN: David's such a sweetie

and I can just imagine
what he's going through.

She's asking you to choose her.

Is she actually?

She's asking you to choose her.

It's not... I just want to make sure
this is not, like, a trick.

It's not a trick.
I just asked you to...

Genuinely?

..ask me to marry you
because I'm about to marry you.

MAN: He really wants to be here.

He really wants to
make something work.

But I feel like

Alissa will eat him up
if he's not careful.

Well, I can't lie, babe.

I will be forfeiting,
you know, this arrangement

if I just got down on a knee
already.

WOMAN: Oooh.

ADRIANA: Is she not worth
getting on one knee for?

DAVID: She is worth
getting on two knees for.

But like...
Words are cheap, though, David.

So we're not...we're not doing
the vows until I get down?

ALISSA: Is this guy for real?

He actually doesn't want to get down
on one knee and say,

"Will you marry me?"

I can't lie, babe.

I will be forfeiting, you know,
this arrangement

if I just got down on a knee
already.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

Oooh.

Hell, no. I'm not taking that knee.

It's exhausting
trying to play the nice guy

and just genuinely being too nice

has definitely scarred me
in the past,

so I'm not just doing that.

WOMAN: Just take her hand
and ask her to marry you.

I honestly feel like
walking off that altar.

MAN: Don't fold.

(LAUGHS)

But I looked over to her family

and it looked like
there was genuine concerns,

so if a woman genuinely needs that
to make her feel safe and secure

or fulfil that dream she had,

then I was ready to do it.

Can I have your hand?

Do you want to get
on one knee first?

I absolutely will.

That's it.

(CHEERING AND APPLAUSE)

Ask her!

Will you marry me, Alissa?

Yes, David, I would love to
marry you.

(LAUGHTER)

This guy's hard work.

Like, (BLEEP) hell.

If she's a girl
who's that demanding,

it's her way or the highway,

I'll be dead honest,
hand on my heart,

that seemed like a red-flag moment
to me.

Anyway... (EXHALES)

Jesus Christ!
(GASPING)

We're gonna have fun
in this experiment.

(TENSE MUSIC PLAYS)

Using the Lord's name in vain,
I wouldn't say it upsets me,

but it made me uncomfortable
a little bit

'cause obviously
that's, like, my faith.

Oh, you're gonna be hard work.

But I'm here for the experiment,
though,

to give it a try
and to give her a try

and see what she's really like.

But that was definitely
a red-flag moment, for sure.

Alright, buckle up.

(LAUGHTER)

"I'm Alissa, your wife.

"Normally, I make men work
a lot harder for my attention,

"but here we are,
skipping straight to the vows.

"Lucky you.

"I'm not here
for a three-month holiday.

"I'm here because I don't want to
waste a second more of my time.

"I want the house, the holidays.

"First up,
back to the Amalfi, baby."

Mmm.

"I dream of a big,
beautiful life.

"Slow Sunday mornings
tangled in the sheets.

"Tiny humans in matching PJs,
morning coffees in bed.

"And if you're taking notes,
I'm a long black.

"But make it a double."

Tomorrow morning, you know.
True, true.

Yeah.

"And don't forget to kiss me
goodnight every single night.

"And I definitely won't let you
take the good side of the bed."

Are you a lefty or a righty?
I feel like I'm a righty.

Should we settle this?
Rock, paper, scissors.

Right now. Alright.
Rock, paper, scissors.

(LAUGHTER)
Sorry, darling.

You're shuffling over.
(CLEARS THROAT)

(EXHALES)

"I've loved before.

"I've shared a home, made plans

"and thought I found my forever,

"but it wasn't.

"And when it ended, it broke me
in ways I didn't see coming.

"I had to face the silence,

"the nights where I questioned
my worth

"and the fear that maybe I'd never
find that kind of love again.

"It was raw, painful
and confronting,

"but it uncovered a strength
I never knew I had.

"And now, because of that,

"my heart finally has room
for something new.

"That space led me here

"with a completely open
and slightly terrified heart.

"I want to build not just a life,
but a legacy

"that one day our families
and our children will be proud of.

"I'm here today because
even after everything,

"I still believe in love.

"and I'm choosing you,
even before I know you

"because I believe
in new beginnings.

"And how much am I willing
to give this? Everything.

"Let's do this, husband."

I love that.

GUESTS: Aw!
Can she keep going?

(LAUGHS)
That was honestly amazing.

That was amazing.

When I heard her vows,

it sounded like she had
a rough past relationship.

And she seems like
she's a sensitive person

but puts on a hard shell.

But I felt a chemistry.

I feel like that side is there.

Well, I'm ready to hear yours.

(LAUGHTER)
Alright.

Let's see if you can top it.
Oh, man.

How am I gonna top that, you know?
Alright.

"Alissa, you must have got my email.

"I'm your Nigerian prince!"

(LAUGHTER)

"But I'm not here to take
your money, just your heart."

Oh, he's a sweet-talker.
(LAUGHTER)

"Now, I know this is probably
not how your mum pictured you

"meeting your husband,

"but, hey, at least I showed up
on time.

"I'm wearing pants.

"You know, I'm moisturised."
Oh!

"So we're off to a good start,
you know."

(LAUGHTER)

"This experiment
isn't just about finding love.

"It's about choosing it.

"I've waited, searched
and prayed for something real

"and today I'm here
to give it my all.

"I love a challenge, whether
it's business, personal growth

"or pushing a PB on leg day.

"I train five to six times a week

"because I like looking good
with a shirt off."

Can I just feel it?

Go ahead.

You want to go a bit...
(LAUGHTER)

That's right.
Ooh, those pecs feel juicy.

I might have to work on mine.

You know, we'll wait.
We can compare the later.

(LAUGHTER)
OK. No worries, darl.

Fabulous.

"In saying that,
I am a great husband.

"I promise to be strong,
a capable man for us,

"to cherish and respect you,
put a smile on your face.

"I promise to be your partner
in love,

"your team-mate in arguments

"and your unpaid
Instagram boyfriend."

(LAUGHTER)

"And lastly, I can't wait
for our caramel latte babies."

(LAUGHS)
"Let's do this."

(LAUGHTER)
(CHEERING AND APPLAUSE)

I'm impressed. That's pretty good.

You know, you took a while
to get down on one knee.

That kind of pissed me off,
but we're alright now.

You kind of made up for it
in your vows,

so we're all good, don't worry.

OK.

Experts did a great job.

Tall, dark, handsome.
I already felt his pecs.

I was like, "Oh!"

Alissa, I choose you as my wife.

David, I choose you as my husband.

But I feel like there's going to
be challenges there, for sure.

BOTH: To share my journey always.

ALISSA: But we gotta work together,
you know.

You've got to give and take
in a relationship.

Oh, he's got a big finger.
(LAUGHTER)

So it'll be very interesting.

It is my absolute pleasure
to announce you

as husband and wife.

You may now kiss the bride.

(CHEERING AND APPLAUSE)

(LAUGHTER)

It was a lot.

He got me on that side
and that side.

There was a bit of tongue in there.
There was a bit of a peck in there.

I was like, "I don't know
what's going on, but this is great."

You're fine.
Don't worry, babe, I got you.

Oh, actually a little bit.

Oooh, it's nice.
You like that?

(LAUGHS)

If that kiss could speak,
it would say

"Get me to a bedroom immediately."

Please put your hands together for
the newly married Alissa and David.

(CHEERING AND APPLAUSE)

I have a feeling
this is going to be wild.

Raowrr! (LAUGHS)

Are we married? (BLEEP) yeah.
We're literally married

In a real way.

MAN: What do you think, Mum?

It's a lot.

We're used to Alissa.
Speechless, are you?

Yeah, we're used to her.

(LAUGHTER)

Good luck.

High-maintenance.

My feet really hurt
and I want a mint and a drink.

She's absolutely gorgeous.

But personality...
Looks only get you so far.

She gets her way. I can see it.

She'll put up a fight for it.

I think at one point she said,
"Jesus Christ."

She did.

ALISSA: Jesus Christ!

He's stubborn as (BLEEP).

Tonight we're going to be
watching her like a hawk.

We're going to be sizing her up.

I don't think Alissa's the one
for David, no.

I don't... I... I don't... I...
Yeah, no. I agree.

NARRATOR: With Alissa and David
finally wed,

it's time for our next couple
to marry

and after 14 years single,

bride-to-be Rachel
is reflecting on her journey.

RACHEL: So I used to think about
my wedding day,

but I think once I hit my 30s,
I kind of gave up hope,

even that, like, vision of thinking
that I'd get married

because I just felt like
it was too out of reach.

I gave up on myself.

I gave up on that thought of love

and having that
and experiencing that.

And I think the emotion
comes from, like,

there's this new wave of hope
and overwhelming with emotion.

But I'm so excited

because I genuinely didn't think
it was going to happen for me.

But, yeah, here we are.

(CRIES) Yes. Sorry.

Oh, my gosh.

And we've started.

Oh, gosh. OK. (CRIES)

Mmm, pull it together.

(GLASSES CLINK)

NARRATOR: Here to support Rachel
on her big day

is her best friend and man of honour
Bernardo.

You are a beautiful person,
inside and out.

You're fricken stunning.
(LAUGHS)

Today will be the perfect
opportunity for her

to see herself the way
that everyone else sees her.

I feel that
the way that she's going to look,

the way she's going to be presented,

is going to really make her
feel like

not only she deserves to be seen as
this beautiful, brilliant woman

but also that she deserves love

and someone who cares for her
and wants her the way that she is.

As Rachel tries to keep
her nerves at bay,

her husband-to-be, Steven,

is preparing
for the biggest day of his life.

STEVEN: I haven't been in
a serious relationship for ten years

and I'm feeling it now
in my mid-30s,

that sense of emptiness in my life.

I'm definitely ready
to meet someone.

I want to find love.

I want to find that connection,
that special someone

that can put up with me
and I can put up with her

and we can grow old together
and enjoy life.

I'm hoping that this is going
to be everything

that I hope it's going to be.

Nice.

And here to help him
with his final preparations...

Locked.

..are Steven's mum...
Oh.

..and brother.

Oh, hello there.
WOMAN: Happy wedding day!

Steven and I are close.

We don't go out together
or anything.

He goes out with his friends.

Here we go. Do this up a bit.

There is that connection
because he is my baby boy.

I think it's a bit too high maybe.

The guy at the bus stop says
I look dashing with it high.

What guy at the bus stop?

Some guy.

Deep down, I really do believe
he's hoping this is the one.

But he's also scared...

Is that a good?

..that she won't like him.

He just feels
he's not up to standard.

How are you feeling?

Nervous.
Why are you nervous?

Because it's... I don't know....
I don't know what's gonna happen.

There's no rule book to love.

And I've been single for a long time
and I don't know what I'm doing.

So you wouldn't be human
if you weren't a little bit nervous.

ANNA: Let's go and do this.

STEVEN: Let's go.

I've got insecurities
and vulnerabilities.

I'm not the fittest guy
in the world.

I'm not
the tallest guy in the world.

That might make people swipe left.

If I could be 6'3", I'd do it.

I'm very aware I'm far from perfect.

She might not like me.

RACHEL: Worst-case scenario for me
today is that when he sees me,

he's instantly disappointed.

I've not experienced a man
making me feel beautiful.

I long for it.

How much does today mean to me?

So much.

I feel like I'm a whirlwind
of emotions right now

but at the same time,
definitely feeling ready.

BERNARDO: Yep.

RACHEL: I know who I am.
I know what I'm worth.

And I'm absolutely
not anybody's dirty secret.

NARRATOR: Next...

(LAUGHS)

..Rachel's big day has arrived.

(LAUGHS)

Oh, don't start.

(RACHEL LAUGHS)

(CLASSICAL MUSIC PLAYS)

Hi.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

STEVEN: I've been single
for so long,

I haven't had that experience
in relationships.

I know what it's like
being looked at and going,

"Ah, he's not worth it."

But I've got a lot of love to give
and I'd like to be loved as well.

I'm a real funny guy
and can light up a room.

This is my chance.

You know that saying
'nice guys finish last'?

Well, I think today's
going to be different.

Gentlemen.
(LAUGHTER)

How you going?

(LAUGHTER)

MAN: Gonna have to give
your new friends a wave.

WOMAN: Yeah.
(LAUGHTER)

Didn't mean to be rude there.

(LAUGHTER)

Just trying to compose myself here.

WOMAN: If you're trying
to compose yourself,

don't look at the front row.

WOMAN: Is Mum crying?

She's not.

(LAUGHTER)

Her favourite child
is getting married, so...

(LAUGHTER)

RACHEL: Oh, we're here.
BERNARDO: Oh...

Oh!

And all you have to remember
is to be yourself.

Ready?
Yeah, ready. Let's go.

RACHEL: I've been single
for 14 years

and after all the rejection I've
experienced throughout the years,

this is my time.

I'm looking for someone
who's going to make me feel good,

who's going to make me feel safe,
make me feel seen,

make me feel beautiful.

And I want to do the same for them.

I've got so much love
to give and support

and I'm looking for the same.

I'm ready to get married.

I just want to find love.

(LAUGHS)

Oh, my goodness. Hi.

Hello.

(LAUGHS) Hi.

(LAUGHTER)

Oh, my goodness. Hi.
Hi.

How are you?
Good.

(LAUGHS)
Give you a hug?

Oh, thank you. I need that.

Oh, my goodness. Hello.
Hi. I'm Steve... I'm Steven.

Nice to meet you, Steven.
I'm Rachel. (LAUGHS)

Rachel. Awesome.
How are you feeling?

I'm fine.

(LAUGHTER)

Oh, my god, that's him! (LAUGHS)

Nervous. Jittery. Absolutely.
But here we are.

He looks so handsome in his suit.

I was so excited. (LAUGHS)

I'd be lying to you
if I'm not really nervous.

I've almost hit the deck twice now.

(LAUGHTER)
So...

Still finding your sea legs.

(LAUGHS)
Oh, I'm a boatie, so...

Oh!
And I'm still finding my sea legs.

(LAUGHTER)

Oh, she's great.

I was excited, you know.
She had a big smile.

And the moment we met,
it just went, oh...

Just... "We're OK here. We're OK.
It's all good."

Well, let's begin.
Oh.

(LAUGHS)

Family and friends,

we are gathered today for
the joining of Rachel and Steve...

(EXHALES)

..as they take this momentous
step and make it official

and become a married couple.

(LAUGHS) Sorry. (LAUGHS)

Today they made this commitment
to share this life,

hand in hand...
(LAUGHS)

(LAUGHS)

It's all off.
Is there something on my cheeks?

(LAUGHTER)

It's my nervous laughter. (LAUGHS)

OK. Alright.

Oh, my gosh.

Even though all marriages start
with a ceremony, every...

(LAUGHS)

(OTHERS LAUGH)

I've got to stop. I'm so sorry.
I'm, like, nervous laughter.

OK. OK.

Oooh. OK. I'm good now.

Oooh. OK. We're here.

OK.
Alright.

Love has a way of surprising us.
(LAUGHS)

(LAUGHTER)

(LAUGHS REPEATEDLY)

Take deep breaths.

(BOTH LAUGH)

Yeah.
Oh...

And now your vows.

OK.

"So, to my new husband.

"My friends would describe me
as loud, funny and caring

"and I would wholeheartedly agree
with them."

(LAUGHTER)

"I would also note my weird
and wacky sense of humour.

"My laugh is a gateway sound.
One giggle leads to another.

"Maybe a snort here and there."
(LAUGHTER)

"Before you know it,
we're in stitches just laughing,

"not even sure what got us
laughing in the first place."

(LAUGHTER)

"I know I'm a lot,
but in the best possible way.

"I want you to get to see me
for who I am

"beyond the surface.

"I wear my heart and all my emotions
on my sleeve,

"because to my core,

"I am a person filled with
an immense passion for life,

"laughter

"and most of all, putting smiles
on people's faces.

"You may be thinking,

"why am I putting myself forward
for the experiment?

"For 14 years, I have known
the 'forever single girl' life.

"I have tried all ways
to meet someone,

"from the dating apps
to the dating events.

"It's hard out there.

"In my experience,
apps are all about judging people

"purely on looks.

"Being honest in this moment,

"I had given up on the idea
of ever finding someone.

"But here I stand before you,
baring my heart, soul

"and sharing my vulnerabilities..."

Sorry, I'm getting emotional
already.

"..with an open heart

"in the hope that there is the
possibility of a future together.

"I promise to listen
without judgement.

"Promise to have your back.

"I am standing here today because
I feel it's my time to find love."

(LAUGHS)
WOMAN: Yay!

That was lovely.

(APPLAUSE)
That was lovely.

Oh, thank you. (LAUGHS)

STEVEN: Her vows were beautiful.
And I can relate.

I've been single for a long time

and I know the battles
that's out there.

And I feel like she's going to be
supportive because of that.

"To my wife.

"Name..."
(LAUGHTER)

"Sorry. Rachel."
(LAUGHS)

"Nice to meet you.

"My friends and family
often describe me

"as the lovable idiot -
heavy on the 'lovable',

"even heavier on the 'idiot'."

(LAUGHS)
"I'm not suave.

"I'm not mysterious.

"I don't smoulder and I stumble,
I ramble,

"I get sauce on my shirt
nine out of ten times.

"And the idea of romance
is sharing my last chicken nugget."

(LAUGHTER)

"But here's the thing -

"behind all the silliness
and loud laughs, I have a big heart

"and when I care, I care.

"I'm loyal. I'm real.

"And I'll always choose laughter
over silence,

"adventure over comfort

"and you over everything else."

GUESTS: Aw!
WOMAN: Nice.

"I'm not perfect.
I'm very far from it."

(LAUGHTER)
"But I'll show up every day...

"ready to build something real,

"full of laughs and full of love.

"I've been single for over a decade

"and I've struggled to meet
a potential partner

"due to the modern dating techniques
such as online dating,

"so taking this huge leap of faith
is my way of showing

"how committed I am

"to finding a deep and hopefully
life-changing relationship.

"It means I'm not here
because of who you've been.

"I'm here for what we might become
together.

"So, shall we get hitched?"

(LAUGHS)
WOMAN: Yeah!

Can I give you a hug?
GUESTS: Aw!

WOMAN: Well done.

Well done.
Oh, my god.

RACHEL: His vows were amazing

and, like, I resonated with so much
in them.

It sounds like we've both had very
similar experiences and journeys.

Rachel, wear this ring
as a symbol of my love.

(LAUGHTER)

He's someone, like, I would
definitely match myself with.

I'm actually shocked
that no-one's snapped him up.

I'll tag him. (LAUGHS)

You may seal it with a kiss.

(CHEERING)

First kiss with Steven
was really, really great

and I'm 100% feeling attracted
to him.

MAN: Let's raise the roof with love

as I present to you for the very
first time as a married couple,

Rachel and Steven.

(CHEERING AND APPLAUSE)

RACHEL: I'm feeling optimistic.

I have a really good feeling
about him and about this match.

(BOTH LAUGH)

Oh, my freaking god.

(LAUGHS)

NARRATOR: Back on Sydney Harbour...

Oh! (LAUGHS)

..after connecting over their shared
dating experiences...

Can I... Can I rock it?

..newlyweds Rachel and Steven are
enjoying their nautical photo shoot.

(LAUGHS)
Where's the snapper at?

I like him, yeah.

Like, there's definitely that fancy
there.

Ahoy.
(EXCLAIMS)

I feel like we're both as goofy
as each other...

(LAUGHS)

..so, yeah, that's really nice.

My hair's screwed now.
(LAUGHS)

You look very, very handsome.
Ah, thank you.

(LAUGHS)
Oh...

But I'm noticing

I've not had a compliment
on the way that I look today,

my dress, make-up
or anything like that.

I've told him, you know,
he looks very handsome.

You look so good.

That has stung a little bit

because there's not that compliment
back, I guess, to your bride.

Blue suit's really working
and the pink tie I love.

It is a little bit disappointing

that, like, I guess the bare minimum

of giving your new bride
a compliment...

MAN: Such a beautiful dress.
Thank you.

It is my wedding day,

so it would just be nice to have
something coming back my way.

Just something.

ALISSA: Let's get this party
started, bitches.

Cheers, guys.
OTHERS: Cheers.

Cheers.

I'm married to my Nigerian prince.

Poor bastard!
(BOTH LAUGH)

Bling-bling! Rrrr!

You didn't get down on your knee.
Yeah. I mean...

Oh!

He fought it.

He's stubborn as (BLEEP).

But I needed him to commit to me.

And the man got down on one knee.

Hallelujah.

Thank god.

It's the real deal. (POPS)

NARRATOR: But while Alissa
may be feeling more confident

in her new marriage...

WOMAN: She seems very domineering.

..David's friends have concerns

about her bold test of commitment
during the ceremony.

Bowing down to a stranger
that he doesn't know, like...

That's a no-go.
Yeah, it shouldn't happen.

She shouldn't have to ask that.
It was awkward.

We're 100% nervous for David

just because Alissa comes across
very domineering.

Who's your daddy?
I'm your (BLEEP) daddy.

If she didn't back down with that,

she's not going to back down
with anything.

You are my daddy now
'cause I'm not my daddy anymore.

MAN: Like, you know what I can
picture her being?

What?

Margot Robbie
in 'Wolf of Wall Street'.

I need someone that's gonna hold me
like a baby and smack the booty.

"Bro, what's... What's going on?"

I just want to talk to him.

To his core,
David's a good Christian boy.

Come here for a chat.

DAVID: A chat?
Yes.

And Alissa, she's gonna be
too rough for him.

Grab a seat.
I don't know if I like this.

Obviously, first impressions...
Yep.

..when I saw her, looks-wise,
physical appearance,

definitely for you.

Yeah, right.
Gorgeous. Gorgeous.

Like, drop-dead gorgeous.
Yeah.

Everything, tick.
Tick, tick, tick, tick, tick.

Yeah.
Yeah.

Like, she's perfect.

Like, we're obviously
very protective of you.

I appreciate it.
That's why you guys are here.

Youse are some of my favourite
people in the world.

But what do you actually think?

Like...
What did you actually think?

What do you guys think of her?
Like, is she a good fit?

I think she's what...
I think you're what she needs.

Yeah.

You're what she needs.
But is she what you need?

What I need...
Yeah, 'cause that's what I question.

That's what I'm questioning.

I still think
you could kind of do better.

Damn.
Yeah.

She did say she was difficult.

The family did say
"Watch out. Buckle up.

"She's a lot of work."
She's a lot.

ALISSA: Hopefully he remembers
my coffee order tomorrow morning.

She had to be, like,
dominant over you.

DAVID: Yeah.
Get on the knee type vibes.

I was just, like,
controlling, like...

Yeah.
Holy crap.

You know, I thought when she said
get down on the knee,

it was a prank to test
whether to walk over.

I was just like...
Like, "Here we go again."

Yeah.

DAVID: When I look back,
I have definitely dated women

who were wrong for me.

So focused on their feelings
and their needs

that mine have been disrespected.

As long as she's not that toxic
or there's just going to be fire.

My eyes are wide open.

If she brings chaos
in the relationship,

that's where we're going to have
issues

because I don't want to get hurt
yet again.

I haven't had that chat yet,
you know,

so I have to see
what she's really about.

But it's early days.

Like, one thing about me,
I'm gonna take my time.

Yep.
I'm not calling it yet.

Yeah.

NARRATOR: The reception is underway
for newlyweds Rachel and Steven.

When you walked out,
I was very happy and excited.

RACHEL: Thank you.

And I thought "She's amazing.
She's stunning."

Oh! Thank you. That's so nice.
Seriously.

But while Steven's sister-in-law
Bianca

has expressed her delight
at welcoming Rachel into the family,

Rachel is yet to receive a complimen
from her husband.

Bon appetit, eh?
Shall we tuck in?

Yep.

Hang on, there's two forks here.

Work from the outside in.

(LAUGHS)

RACHEL: I don't know how I'm feeling
with Steven at the moment.

I'm overthinking
the whole compliment thing.

It could be nerves.
It could be so many other things.

He might not have even realised.

So I'm really trying to show
the interest and get to know him.

Charlie.
Charlie.

Charlie.
Oh, Charlie. So cute.

Yeah, he is.
Yeah. Oh, my gosh.

And what got you into fishing?

To be honest, I don't really know.

RACHEL: But it wasn't coming back.

So it's like, "Well, do you not want
to get to know me?"

So, what do you... What do you do?

So I'm a team leader
and I do internship placement.

Like, his brother asked me
more questions than, you know,

Steve has, like, the whole night.

Um...

So how did you feel this morning,
like, today

and coming up to this day?

It's been very nerve-racking.

He just sat there quite awkwardly.

So all those concerns
start coming in my head,

potentially him
not being attracted to me,

him being disappointed
in the bride that I am.

I feel really sick.

Just... (EXCLAIMS)

All in my head.

Yeah.

NARRATOR:
At Alissa and David's reception,

a warning from his close friends
is weighing on David's mind.

Say less.

DAVID: Jasmine and Mel,

they're two ladies
that I have immense respect for

and so the idea that I could be
getting pulled back into a situation

where someone probably
doesn't respect me as much...

I can breakdance.
I can do the worm.

..that's a scary thought.

She actually does it really well.

I can actually do the worm
really, really well.

DAVID: But I want to get to
know her a bit more

and just figure out who she is
as a person.

You're a business owner, you said?
Yeah.

You were a nurse for, what,
12 years or something?

Yeah, for 12 years.
Yeah, right.

Um...

Sorry. Can I just say one thing,
though?

Yeah.

I really want to say sorry.

I didn't mean to put you
on your spot.

I'm not a mean girl.

It was just something
that I needed...

That you needed. I understand.
..just to know that you're all in.

That's beautiful.

So, sorry if it came off
the wrong way.

No, I appreciate that.

Alissa apologising,
you know, it meant a lot to me.

She just needed that reassurance.

And I think she's definitely got
a soft side,

which I needed to see.

This is going to be the start of,
like, the wildest adventure.

And I want you to know
that I have your back.

Thank you.

And I just don't want you to take
your eyes off me, you know,

'cause I won't take my eyes off you.

The experts know
what they were doing

and they sort of matched us well,

where I can be that calm
to her hurricane.

So, right now I'm just...I'm wearing
my poncho, just in case.

I really want to meet your family,
though.

You will meet them.
I'm sad that they're not here.

I really wanted to meet them.

That brings me into
another conversation.

Like, my family are,
like, Christian.

I'm Christian too.

What?

I'm Christian as well.
Well, there you go.

Brought up Christian.
OK.

Mic drop.

So, to hear she's Christian,
raised in the church,

is a huge green flag,

so she's ticking some boxes, man,
I can't lie.

Now Greg might get jealous.

This has been so stressful,
the last few weeks.

I'm, like, "I need a holiday."
She's put up with my shit.

It's my turn to buckle up.
Yeah.

I'm handing you that baton.

He is actually an amazing man,

so I don't want to come off
too dominant

because I am a strong woman.

But I don't think I'm going to be
too much for him

because he's a strong man.

He's going to be like, "Babe, no,"
and I'm going to be like, "Damn!"

WOMAN: You asked him to get
on his knees. Get on yours now.

MAN: Knee for knee.
Oh.

OK.

Oh!
(CHEERING AND APPLAUSE)

No way!

Yeah!
Now we on it!

ALISSA: Let him lead me.

I don't have to be my daddy anymore.

You know, I've got a daddy.

Big, tall, dark, handsome daddy.

I'm not topping that.

There's no way.
(LAUGHTER)

INTERVIEWER: Who's your daddy?

David's my daddy.

NARRATOR: Back on Sydney Harbour...

RACHEL: Oh, my goodness.

..having waited all day to receive
a compliment from her husband,

Rachel has decided that she needs to
confront the issue head on.

Oh, how are you feeling?

Just relieved.

(LAUGHS)
It's... It's a wild ride.

(TENSE MUSIC PLAYS)

I actually did have something
I wanted to ask you.

Sure. Shoot.
(EXCLAIMS)

Oh, dear. (LAUGHS)
I guess I just...

I really want to know how you feel
about me being your match.

I've just felt...
I guess tonight when...

Sorry. I feel really bad
bringing this up.

So I'm like... (EXCLAIMS) Um...
Go for it.

Little things like I don't remember
getting a compliment from you

on how I look today.

At all. Like, just a simple
"You look great."

I don't remember getting that
at all.

It probably seems really small,

but, like, I was like, "Oh, my gosh,
maybe he's just not that into me."

And... Yeah.

No, I'm sorry.
I'm really sorry you felt that way.

I'm really sorry.

You do look gorgeous today.

You do. You look fantastic.

And I'm really sorry that
I didn't say it when it mattered.

I feel really shit

and I feel like that is
a really bad thing on my behalf.

And I really dropped the ball there
as a groom.

STEVEN: I'm a bit disappointed
in myself.

Yeah, I feel bad.

You know, she looks amazing.
Her dress looks amazing.

For me, it just weighs
on insecurity.

And it comes from
a previous relationship.

I know what it's like being
looked at and feeling like,

"Am I not good enough?"

It's hit a bit of a soft spot
with me

and I really wish I could take
my time back and make sure that,

you know, I can acknowledge her,
that she is beautiful.

I'm not the best at this.

Being single for so long,
I'm still learning.

There's no rule book on this and
this is part of it as well, that...

Yeah.
..I'm not going to be perfect.

I'm really upset
that I didn't do that.

But what I really like right now,
in this moment,

is that you're owning that
and you've apologised

and you've acknowledged
how that's made me feel

and I think that's really lovely.

Steven made me feel very beautiful.

He really silenced all that inner
saboteur talk and it felt so good.

Like, instant...
Like, instant support.

Husband and wife.

Here we go.
(BOTH LAUGH)

Cheers.
Feels crazy.

She has a big heart

and I feel like I can be myself
around her.

Step. And again. One... (LAUGHS)

Yeah, I'm a goofball, but I'm...
I'm Steven...

Oh! There it is!
Yeah.

..and if she's accepting of that,

that just makes it
even better again.

Do you want to swap pieces
and I'll feed you that piece?

Then you can feed me this piece.

Whatever you want, baby.

(LAUGHTER)

Yeah!

(CHEERING AND APPLAUSE)
(RACHEL LAUGHS)

Oh, my goodness.

NARRATOR: Still to come...
(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)

MAN: Come here.
(SQUEALS)

..as things heat up...

MAN: We're so connected.
It's ridiculous.

WOMAN: I definitely see myself
falling in love with him.

..a brand-new chapter is unveiled.

Revelations week.
Revelations week.

(DRAMATIC MUSIC PLAYS)
DAVID: Revelations?

That's the last book in the Bible.
That's the end game.

Oh, my god!

JOHN: This will be
the most confronting task

our couples have ever faced
in the experiment.

I really didn't want to do this.
Buckle up.

It takes you way outside
of your comfort zone.

(CRIES)

Oh, my god.

WOMAN: I'm really shocked.

I'm not doing it.
MAN: Are you OK?

This was my fear.

(TINKLING)
MAN: Dinner is served.

NARRATOR: At this year's
dinner parties...

You're a very rude bitch.

Trust me,
I'm gonna come for you later.

But just wait five. Wait five, hey?

..some will reach breaking point...

WOMAN: You think that someone has
your back but they (BLEEP) don't.

You're not coming
for my husband!

No!

JOHN: Oooh! Wow.

MAN: There's nothing left.

And this year...

The lack of respect that
you're showing me is appalling.

Do not even.

..the experts...
You need a wake-up call.

..deliver confronting truths.

In all my years
working on Married At First Sight,

I have never experienced
a woman speaking so viciously...

Don't touch me, please.

DAVID: Don't talk about her
like that!

..and nastily.

(BLEEP) yes!

WOMAN: Get me out of here.

JOHN: We're not done with you.
You need to hear this.

WOMAN: Get me my phone now.

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