Seasons & episodes

Xander is threatened by Philip’s unexpected return; Marlena receives grave news about John’s condition; Sami keeps the truth from her family; Sonny is offered an opportunity he cannot refuse.

Gabi doesn’t react well to Will and Sonny’s big decision; Vincent puts the final nail in Ciara’s coffin; Gwen tries to use Chad to make Jake jealous; Rafe comes to Hope’s rescue.

Eve marks the anniversary of her daughter’s death; Steve sits vigil for John; Kayla and Jennifer give Hope advice about Rafe; Ben comforts Marlena.

Ciara is unnerved when Ben takes her to a creepy location. Hope and Rafe get a tip on Eve’s whereabouts. Eric tries to find a compromise with Belle. Sami confesses the truth to Marlena.

Eve has a vision of Paige. Ben struggles to overcome his brainwashing. Nicole stirs the pot between Belle and Sami. Rafe and Hope make an important decision about their future.

Sami makes a bold move at her grandson’s custody hearing. Rafe grills a surprising intruder in his home. Jake and Gabi kiss! Ciara is trapped in a dangerous situation.

Gabi and Jake give in to their feelings for each other. A fearful Hope questions Ben. Sami betrays Eric in order to nail Nicole. Eduardo puts Rafe in a tough spot.

Ben has an explosive confrontation with Eve! Gabi is forced to make a heartbreaking decision. Gwen blows up at Jake. Rafe and Gabi say farewell to Salem.

Philip reunites with Kate and Lucas. Bonnie comforts Justin after he discovers Sonny is leaving Salem. Victor is faced with a difficult decision. While sitting vigil with John, Marlena is reunited with a loved one.

Sami brings in a surprise witness to bolster her case. Will and Sonny say their final goodbyes to Salem. Philip and Xander battle for the title of Titan CEO. Brady and Marlena catch up.

Marlena helps Ben get answers. Ciara's fate is revealed. Nicole takes a major hit in court. Shawn and Belle are confronted by an old foe.

Ben recalls a key piece of information. Vincent makes a shocking confession to Ciara. Belle and Sami have a huge showdown. Kristen returns to Salem.

Eli is upset to learn Lani is helping Kristen. Steve and Kayla are surprised by an intruder. Kristen and Brady argue about her coming to Salem. Gwen tries to play on Chad's sympathies.

Abigail’s return prompts a shocking reveal; Tripp informs Steve why he’s back in Salem; Jack and Shawn uncover the truth about Vincent; Ciara turns the tables on Vincent.

Ciara finds herself in a deadly predicament; Jake suggests to Abigail that something is going on between Chad and Gwen; Tripp and Claire catch up; Shawn, Ben and Hope’s frantic search for Ciara continues.

Philip’s reunion with Belle doesn’t go as planned; Ben struggles to rescue Ciara; A devious Gwen attempts to finish what she started; Abigail is livid over Chad’s confession.

Eric and Nicole anxiously await the judge’s ruling regarding custody of Allie’s baby; Eli shares upsetting news with Lani; Marlena scolds Sami for her actions; Kristen and Brady argue about Victor.

John wakes up, but there are complications; Julie delivers heartbreaking news to Doug; Ben dreams about a future with Ciara; Eli betrays Lani.

Brady is stunned to learn of Kristen’s arrest; Jan encourages Claire to open up to her; Hope suspects the truth isn’t as it appears; Lani has an angry confrontation with Eli.

Xander discovers a way to solve his Philip problem; Eric receives a life-changing offer; Belle is horrified to find Claire with Jan; John lashes out at Sami.

S56 · E1Monday, September 21, 2020 2020-09-21＋

Shawn finds Belle in Philip’s arms. Allie lays into Sami for going against her wishes. Marlena gives Claire a warning about Jan. Xander tries to manipulate Jan.

S56 · E2Tuesday, September 22, 2020 2020-09-22＋

Brady convinces Victor to back up his confession. Sami realizes she needs to act fast to keep custody of her grandson. Lani struggles to forgive Eli for his deception. Marlena, Roman, Belle, and Brady say goodbye to Eric.

S56 · E3Wednesday, September 23, 2020 2020-09-23＋

Kristen’s past comes back to haunt her. Bonnie pulls Justin in for a kiss!. Eric and Nicole share a tearful goodbye. After speaking with Eric, Sami presents Allie with a compromise.

S56 · E4Thursday, September 24, 2020 2020-09-24＋

John lashes out at Steve. Justin confides in Jack about Bonnie. Gwen plots against Abigail. Ben faces life without Ciara.