Seasons & episodes

A special 15,000th episode, through the character of Doug Willams, a celebration of love, loss, and unforgettable moments.

Salem gathers to say goodbye to Doug. The contents of the Horton time capsule are revealed. Marie and Liz revive their rivalry.

A precious item goes missing from the time capsule. While paying his respects to his grandparents, Steven meets Leo. Julie is shocked when Doug appears before her.

Jennifer finds Julie and Lucas sharing family stories with a new face in town. Hope says goodbye to her dad as Shawn and Ciara show up for an emotional reunion. Xander asks Stephanie to stop helping Philip.

Chad and Cat stay under the radar. Johnny confronts EJ about Joy. Joy says goodbye to Alex.

Rafe tells Jada concerning news. Javi offers Leo some unexpected sympathy. Kate throws a wrench in EJ's plan.

JJ and Gabi share a fraught moment. Chad has no choice but to comfort Cat. Jennifer gives Julie some bad news.

Brady and Ava continue to bond. Leo seeks advice from Marlena. JJ tries to save Gabi from Clyde.

Chad hopes to get answers from Clyde. Cat fills in Aaron about their mother. JJ and Gabi continue on the mission. Steve and Kayla take a stroll down memory lane.

Jada offers Shawn his old job back. Sarah supports Xander ahead of his court battle. Philip hides his guilt with Stephanie.

Justin asks Maggie to testify. Brady declines Belle's request. Kate shares her fear with Philip.

Belle presses Sarah to tell the truth. Xander and Philip finally learn who has the rightful claim to Titan. Johnny apologizes to Alex for his lies.

Felicity learns the truth about Cat; Gabi realizes she's being insensitive with JJ; Chad breaks unfortunate news to Jack and Jennifer.

Tate receives life-changing news. Julie chides JJ for spending time with Gabi. Javi intuits that Gabi has feelings for JJ.

Tate vows to help Sophia; Maggie advises Holly to take things slow with Tate; Jennifer questions Julie about Doug III's past.

Ava reveals a threat to Brady. EJ asks Kristen to fire Belle. JJ and Gabi share a close moment.

An old acquaintance pays EJ a visit. Rafe confides in Steve. Paulina advises Jada.

It's Christmas Eve in Salem. Julie questions Doug III. Xander and Sarah enjoy the Christmas festivities.

It's Christmas Day in Salem. Eli, Lani, Abe, and Paulina celebrate the twins' birthday. Ava asks Steve for help.

Tate and Sophia's plan is derailed by Holly. Leo does Doug III a solid. Jada and Rafe pick a wedding date. Belle gets a lucrative job offer.

EJ finds himself in a bind. Holly thwarts Tate and Sophia's plans. Sophia grills Ava for answers.

Rafe is stunned to see an old enemy. EJ gives Paulina a cryptic warning. Ava delivers life-changing news to Brady. Doug III offers a sympathetic ear to Holly.

Chanel and Johnny throw a New Year's Eve party. Belle surprises EJ. Jada notices something different about Rafe. Gabi is hesitant to attend the party.

Chanel confronts Johnny. Philip and Stephanie make admissions. EJ flirts with Belle.