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Season 1

Divorce Court Season 1

July. 08,1999
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4.5
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TV-PG
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The venerable courtroom show takes a look at real-life divorcing couples. The soon-to-be exes tell their stories to the judge, who gives the ruling and settles all the usual -- and unusual -- divorce issues by the end of the episode. This third incarnation of the show premiered on August 30, 1999, with the first having premiered in 1957. This current incarnation has seen different presiding judges: former Los Angeles prosecuting attorney Mablean Ephriam (1999–2006), former municipal court judge Lynn Toler (2006–2020), former NYC prosecutor Faith Jenkins (2020–2022), and former Brooklyn A.D.A. Star Jones (2022- ). Since the debut of the original series in 1957, it is one of the longest-running syndicated television programs of all time. Divorce Court also holds the record for the longest-running court show of all time, leading the second-place show The People's Court by two years.

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Divorce Court Season 1 Full Episode Guide

Episode 52 - Tragedy Strikes
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Kari and Michael faced the horrific tragedy of losing a child. Then after the strains of their loss they gave up on each other.

Episode 51 - Unconsummated
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Cindy says her and Garrett never consummated their marriage. Garrett says he told Cindy he was gay before they got married.

Episode 50 - Neither Can Hang
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Demarcus wants out because Carolyn is pregnant and he doesn't want to take responsibility. Carolyn says Demarcus isn't a man and she's done.

Episode 49 - Off the Handle
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Monique says Herman is seeing another woman and doesn't even try to hide it. Herman says he wanted the marriage to work but Monique's temper is too much.

Episode 48 - The Bad Type of Surprise
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Lisa and Cameron say their marriage has been full of surprises. They say they have abused each other and can't stand one another.

Episode 47 - Charles-zilla
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Rhonda says Charles ruined their dream wedding and she wants her money back. Charles says she knew he didn't have a job when she agreed to marry him.

Episode 46 - Rico Not So Suave
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Tierra says she thought marriage would change her playboy husband's ways. Rico says he doesn't think he's the father of their child.

Episode 45 - Glued to the Barstool
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Harold says Listia would rather spend time in a bar than be with him. Listia says Harold's extreme jealousy is ruining their marriage.

Episode 44 - Jailhouse Brawls
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Jeff says Diane cheated on him while he was in prison. Diane says she was lonely and it was a one time mistake.

Episode 43 - Memory Lapse?
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Vanessa says Winston is a liar and a cheater who called her by another woman's name. Winston says Vanessa is no angel herself.

Episode 42 - Temper Tantrum
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Charles says he can no longer take Jody's jealousy and bad temper. Jody says she wanted to try and make things work but Charles doesn't love her anymore.

Episode 41 - I Packed For You
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Christina says Arthur threw her out of their home while she was pregnant with their child. Arthur claims that never happened and she did not contribute to the marriage.

Episode 40 - Boo Hoo Babysitter
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Wendell says Nancy treats him like a child and he is ready to move on! Nancy says she won't beg him to stay!

Episode 39 - Mama in the House
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Kimberly claims Shawn left her after she was diagnosed with a life threatening disease. Shawn says he was forced to leave after her mother moved in

Episode 38 - Lifetime Bachelor
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Valerie says Ron would rather live the life of a bachelor than be married. Ron claims she was cheating on him

Episode 37 - She's My Bestie
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Melissa says Doug is having an affair with her best friend. Doug claims that is not true and he did not cheat on her.

Episode 36 - Secrets Can Kill
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Jason says Verena lied to him for 2 years about the death of their twins. Verena told him they were living with her mother instead of the truth about their untimely demise.

Episode 35 - Married the Fam
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Brad says Danita's family is standing between them and a happy marriage. Danita says Brad is just jealous and wants her all to himself.

Episode 34 - Divorce Court Regulars
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Irma and J.R. married and divorced once before, then they rekindled their love and married again. Now they are back for another divorce after J.R. had an affair.

Episode 33 - Cheating Times Ten
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Michael says Crystal is a liar who cheated on him 10 times. Crystal says if he had been a better husband she wouldn't have cheated.

Episode 32 - Whatever It Takes
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Susan says Jaime is a player who can't stay away from other women. Jaime says when you fall in love with someone you will do whatever it takes to be with them.

Episode 31 - New Year, New Body
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Arlene says Kevin wants nothing to do with her now that he lost weight! Kevin says Arlene is jealous of his new body and he wants out!

Episode 30 - Contesting the Record
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Tessie says she can't trust Manuel after she discovered he had an affair! Manuel claims Tessie is the one who ruined their marriage when she cheated with another woman!

Episode 29 - Toxic Waste
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Joy says Philip stopped being affectionate after they got married. Philip says he just wants a wife that treats him right.

Episode 28 - Eating Your Words
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Crystal says Nathaniel was constantly asking for a divorce. Now Crystal is calling his bluff and has brought him to court to dissolve the marriage.

Episode 27 - Under the Microscope
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Melanie claims her husband is controlling and she can't take it anymore. Roger says he thinks Melanie is having an affair.

Episode 26 - Clinging to What's Mine!
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Julie says Don is too possessive and she is done! Don claims Julie hasn't been a good wife but he is not ready to let go.

Episode 25 - Demonic Nuptials
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Elizabeth and Richard say they had the marriage from hell. They are ready to call it quits but now Elizabeth is pregnant.

Episode 24 - Fort Patrick
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Rhonda says being with Patrick is more like being in a boot camp and not a marriage. Patrick says he is who he is and he is not going to change.

Episode 23 - Womanly Desires
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Joanna claims Jim broke their vows and kept a dark secret from her. Jim says he has found his truth and wants to live his life as a woman.

Episode 22 - Call Me on The Burner Phone
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Candi says Daryl would rather use a chat line than touch her. Daryl claims he loves Candi but she constantly nags him.

Episode 21 - Throw in the 27-Year-Old Towel
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Helen claims Wayne is a liar and a cheater. Wayne says Helen has a temper problem.

Episode 20 - Go Big or Go Louise
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Tye says Louise is too controlling. Louise says she wants more than a divorce, she wants to take everything.

Episode 18 - I Do to Divorce!
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Domenique says it is over and she is ready to file for divorce. Eli says Domenique is the love of his life and he is not ready to let go.

Episode 17 - Dad in Error
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Maryetta lied to Tyrone about the paternity of their baby. Tyrone says he cannot take the lies any longer and he wants a divorce.

Episode 16 - You Got Everything!
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Tyrell says he did everything he could to provide for his family but Aisha still had an affair. Aisha says she did nothing wrong and everything is his fault.

Episode 15 - Fists of Mablean
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Terri claims Tom was an abusive freeloader who cheated on her and beat her constantly! Tom says he's a changed man and he only hit Terri in self-defense!

Episode 14 - Married to the Drama
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Janet says Philip cheated on her with a married woman and then walked out on her and their child! Philip claims he and Janet cannot agree on anything and he wants out!

Episode 12 - Contractually Obligated
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Jim claims Toni is not fulfilling her wifely duties. Toni says Jim is disrespectful and calls her names.

Episode 11 - Garden of Secrets
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Melissa says Garrett lied about his secret life. Garrett claims Melissa is lying about the paternity of their child.

Episode 10 - Sloppy Fights, Clean Break?
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Camille claims Gary is a pig who doesn't take care of himself. Gary says Camille won't do laundry or clean the house.

Episode 9 - A Fortnight Lover
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Tony claims Angel started cheating on him as early as 2 weeks into their marriage. Now, Angel has brought the same man she was caught cheating with, to court with her.

Episode 8 - Age and Love Gap
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Tracie claims their 25 year age gap was not a problem until Gene started to become controlling. Gene says Tracie's wardrobe leaves little to the imagination and he doesn't approve of her job

Episode 7 - Cheater Be Gone
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Willie says Naomi is a cheater and she is not good enough for him. Naomi claims Willie had a 2 year affair during their marriage and the trust is gone.

Episode 6 - Respect Me!
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Pinkye says she needs a man that is responsible and caring unlike Brian. Brian says the problem is he needs someone who treats him with respect.

Episode 5 - False Positive
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Patrick claims Shannon cheated on him on their honeymoon and faked a pregnancy. Shannon says she is not ready to let go and wants to stay together.

Episode 4 - Stingy Deadbeat Dad
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Kris says Walter is a deadbeat dad who turned his back on their sick son! Walter has a new woman in his life and won't give a dime towards child support!

Episode 3 - Socially Distanced Marriage
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Dante admits he cheated on Theresa several times during their marriage because Theresa wouldn't touch him! Theresa says Dante is a liar and a cheater and she is done!

Episode 2 - Bye Bye Cash!
First Aired: January. 01,0001

Joseph claims Faith wasted his money and had an affair. Faith says Joseph's ex wife brought a wedge into their relationship, forcing her into the arms of another man.

Episode 1 - Spread the Germs
First Aired: July. 08,1999

Elizabeth claims Charles is a sex addict who got her sick while she was pregnant! Charles has moved on with a new girlfriend and wants out of his marriage!

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