The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 20
Created by Scott Dunlop
These ladies show no signs of slowing down and although they may be enjoying the sunny SoCal lifestyle, replete with plastic surgery and frequent shopping sprees, real life still manages to find them, even in the land of excess and indulgence on The Real Housewives of Orange County.
The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 20, Episode 16, “TBA,” airs Thursday, October 22, 2026 on Bravo.
The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 20, Episode 16, “TBA,” airs Thursday, October 22, 2026 on Bravo.
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Episode guide
Episodes
- 1
Old Friends, New Era source at TVmaze
Vicki returns; Shannon and Tamra are at odds after an explosive encounter; Gina ponders questions about her new relationship status; Emily's home life is in a rebuilding phase; Heather gets a shakeup when her mother moves to California from New York;
- 2
Not on My Bingo Card source at TVmaze
Gina throws Emily a drag bingo-themed 50th birthday party where the ladies lean into the wisdom of their age. Shannon befriends Carmella, but Vicki has questions about Carmella's? Past.
- 3
Why Can't We Be Friends? source at TVmaze
Vicki finds herself playing referee in an attempt to rekindle the Tres Amigas friendship.
- 4
Boxed In source at TVmaze
Word spreads fast in the OC about Carmella's extravagant birthday gift to Emily as Gina speculates about the motive behind it; Tamra wonders why she's left out of Heather's Tik Toks as Jenn tries to work out the dynamic of their friendship.
- 5
Designers and Dildos source at TVmaze
Loyalties are questioned between Heather, Emily and Gina; Tamra talks to Sophia about marriage; Shannon looks to her father for life advice; Carmella opens up about her past; Gina and Vicki questions her motives around gifts and job opportunities.
- 6
Suite & Sour source at TVmaze
The women of Orange County head to Las Vegas where they play Showgirl for a day and showdown at night; Carmella attempts to work through a relationship betrayal; Emily tries to stabilize rocky marriage ground.
- 7
All Bets Are Off source at TVmaze
The Vegas vacation continues as the ladies head to the Grand Canyon. Jenn tries to redirect Shannon's frustrations, resulting in an admission in Shannon and Heather's friendship.
- 8
Sangria, Songria source at TVmaze
Carmella throws a pool party at her Rancho Santa Fe house where she introduces the ladies to her kids and boyfriend. Emily and Shane celebrate their anniversary. Heather uses Carmella's real estate expertise. Shannon gets financial advice from Vicki. The ladies discuss Heather's recent behavior, sparking a conversation about her intention within the group.
- 9
Ring of Truth source at TVmaze
Gina begins to question her friendship with Heather after learning that Carmella is helping Heather find an apartment. Emily questions Heather over her true feelings about Carmella. Tamra and Shannon's rekindling comes to a halt when Shannon puts up a boundary that causes Tamra to bail on their lunch. Jennifer gathers the group for some much-needed energy healing, only for Vicki to find her relationship in the ring of fire.
- 10
Forbidden Fruit source at TVmaze
The ladies split up for dual trips to Los Olivos and La Quinta. Emily, Jenn and Shannon question their host Vicki, who prioritizes work over her quests. Gina confronts Heather about doing real estate business with Carmella while talking behind her back. After being pressed about her relationship, Vicki reaches a boiling point, leaving Jenn and Emily to decide whether to stay or abandon ship.
- 11
A Tale of Two Trips source at TVmaze
As the two group trips come to a close, Jenn and Emily make a bold statement that leaves Vicki taken back. Back in the OC, Heather gives her mother a look at her new apartment while Travis surprises Gina. Tensions flare between Emily and Shane. Carmella questions her future with Danny. When Tamra presses Vicki about her behavior in La Quinta, Vicki opens up about her insecurities.
- 12
Lei It on Me source at TVmaze
Tamra celebrates her granddaughter's birthday at a rare family gathering. Heather and Emily work out there issues, but Heather continues to question their friendship. Shannon hosts a luau where Emily and Jenn push back at Vicki for her outburst in La Quinta. The ladies see a new side of Carmella when she becomes the target of Vicki's comments.
- 13
Don't Look Now source at TVmaze
Emily invites the ladies for a Persian Party. Vicki takes issue with Tamra for revealing sensitive information. Heather and Terry have a heartfelt talk about their family. Carmella and Jenn tour a house. Jenn opens up about an argument she had with Ryan. Tamra hosts a party and her invite list backfires when Heather accuses an old friend of an unkind gesture.
- 14
Friends and Fortunes source at TVmaze
Heather and Alexis hash out their unfinished business at Tamra's Vena party before the ladies travel to Tokyo. Shannon struggles with Archie's health decline. Carmella's medical issues change the course of the trip. Tamra and Jenn get closer as roommates. Emily shares that things are falling apart at home with Shane. Gina brings everyone to a temple where the ladies learn their fortunes, both good and bad.
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