Alex has a dream about being in bed with Stephanie and then Chad appearing in the bed as well. Alex then wakes up in bed with Allie and Chanel.
Stephanie is at home on the phone with Steve, telling him that she got an emergency message from Paulina, so she’s heading to see her now and will be at the hospital after. Stephanie takes two pills from her purse and then checks the mirror, noting that she doesn’t look too hungover. Stephanie then goes to leave as Chad arrives at the door.
Li calls Dr. Rolf, leaving a message questioning where he is and why he’s not answering his calls. Li warns that Gabi is looking for him and is already suspicious that he did something to Stefan to make him hate her. Li adds that Dr. Rolf better be in his lab when he gets there and declares that he’s not about to lose Gabi to that bastard. Li hangs up and goes to leave his room but opens the door and is surprised to see his sister, Jing-Wen aka Wendy Shin, has arrived.
Johnny storms in to the living room of the DiMera Mansion to confront EJ but finds Stefan instead. Stefan says EJ told him that Johnny moved back in last night. Johnny responds that they’ll see how long that lasts. Johnny adds that he was glad to hear Stefan’s not dead. Johnny asks if EJ is around as he really needs to talk to him. Stefan informs Johnny that EJ left about 20 minutes ago.
Gabi finishes a phone call outside of her office, threatening to find a new head of security if he doesn’t find Dr. Rolf by noon. Gabi then heads in to the office to find EJ sitting at the desk.
Allie and Chanel wake up in bed with Alex. Allie notes that it was quite a night. Alex says part of him feels like he’s still dreaming and jokes with them that his dream came true.
Stefan tells Johnny that EJ told him what Ava did. Johnny calls it a mistake and says EJ is making a federal case about it. Stefan is not surprised that EJ is furious. Johnny argues that EJ is delighted because he found a way to get even more money and that EJ would’ve done exactly what Ava did. Stefan argues that EJ is trying to get back something that was stolen from this family. Stefan declares that this isn’t about money but about making sure Gabi gets kicked to the curb. Johnny reminds Stefan that Gabi is his wife. Stefan says not for long. Johnny brings up how everybody said how happy they were together and how crazy he was about her. Stefan responds that he’s not crazy about her now and that Gabi is about to get exactly what’s coming to her. Johnny calls that intense and asks what exactly Dr. Rolf did to him.
Gabi tells EJ to get out as she has work to do. Gabi threatens to call security as he has no right to be there. EJ remarks that one of them doesn’t have the right and they both know who that is.
Li questions Wendy showing up at his door with no heads up and asks what it’s about this time. Wendy reminds him that it’s about the promise that was made to her about her dream job, so she questions where it is.
Chad apologizes to Stephanie for not calling before showing up. Stephanie says it’s okay and he just surprised her. Chad says he just wanted to come over before work to talk so she invites him in. Chad says he would like to apologize for last night. Stephanie assures there is no need as they both had a lot to drink and are paying the price this morning. Stephanie says last night, reality had beaten them both up so the second bottle of champagne was a mistake and so was the nightcap. Stephanie adds that before they did something stupid, Chad did the thinking for both of them and she thanks him for that. Chad tells her that he really enjoyed working with her and talking to her, so he really doesn’t want to screw that up. Stephanie suggests they forget what happened after leaving Julie’s Place. Stephanie brings up the message that she got from Paulina, sounding like an asteroid is going to hit Salem. Chad offers to come with her. Stephanie agrees, noting that she could use all the help she can get as they then exit together.
Chanel and Allie relate to Alex dreaming about a threesome. Alex then gets out of bed and goes to take a shower. Allie feels there is something going on with him. Chanel responds that Alex is in love with them. Allie doesn’t believe that but Chanel thinks last night freaked him out because they are so hot that he fell in love with them. Allie argues that Alex doesn’t even know them that well and hasn’t known them long enough to be in love with them. Chanel feels he knows them enough and says she saw it in his eyes, so she knows she’s right and that there is love in the air.
Stefan tells Johnny that Dr. Rolf didn’t do anything to him and that you can’t make someone hate someone. Stefan can’t wrap his head around why he ever loved Gabi. Johnny is sure he’s not the only one that finds that weird. Stefan confirms plenty of people have chimed in and it’s getting old. Johnny says that everyone is saying one thing while Stefan is saying the opposite. Stefan doesn’t get why people are surprised since he and Gabi started out hating each other, so maybe he just convinced himself there was more to it than there was. Johnny brings up Dr. Rolf again but Stefan insists this has nothing to do with Dr. Rolf. Stefan questions what Dr. Rolf would have to gain by making him hate Gabi. Johnny calls that an interesting question but notes that it wouldn’t be the first time a DiMera has hired Dr. Rolf to do something that can’t be done. Stefan points out that Stefano is dead. Johnny argues that EJ inherited Stefano’s playbook. Johnny goes over how if Stefan was with Gabi, she’d have an iron grip on DiMera but if he sides with EJ then she doesn’t stand a chance.
Gabi reminds EJ that he doesn’t have the votes and they are at a tie which means she remains in place. EJ asks Gabi if she’s happened to notice that Ava hasn’t shown up for work. EJ says that Ava and Jake’s marriage was a fraud. Gabi disagrees, saying they loved each other. EJ calls that irrelevant because the marriage was a legal fraud, the kind that puts people behind bars.
Stephanie and Chad meet Paulina in her office. Paulina questions what Chad is doing there. Stephanie says her voicemail sounded serious so she thought she’d want the whole team on whatever this is. Paulina confirms it’s serious and sensitive. Chad reminds Paulina that she recommended Stephanie hire him and he thought that was because she trusted him. Chad agrees that they should’ve called and offers to wait outside. Stephanie suggests Chad sign a non-disclosure agreement because she could use his help. Paulina apologizes for not being at her best this morning and says that she does trust Chad as she needs to trust someone. Stephanie asks Paulina to tell them what the problem is. Paulina says not until Chad signs.
Li tells Wendy this is not a great time and asks if it can wait. Wendy points out that it only took her 10 hours to get there so she can wait a little longer for what’s coming to her. Li complains that she wants things handed to her on a silver platter. Wendy argues that their dad promised she’d be out of the grunt I.T. job in Fairbanks. Li argues that he promoted her but Wendy complains about it being in Fairbanks. Li says that their dad is the one who wants her there while Wendy argues that Li is the one who could do something about it and get their dad to listen. Li reminds her that this isn’t a good time. Wendy asks if she’s driving him crazy and declares that she’s going to keep doing so until he gets her the dream job in Salem, the center of all things DiMera. Li argues that it isn’t that simple while Wendy points out that he’s engaged to the CEO. Wendy then asks if he screwed that up too.
Gabi tells EJ that Ava has a valid marriage license, signed, sealed, and delivered. EJ tells her to keep digging that hole for herself. EJ informs Gabi that knowingly filing a forged marriage license is fraud which means that every subsequent business transaction predicated on that license would be fraudulent. EJ adds that if Ava knew that Jake’s signature was forged, her taking a seat on the DiMera Board as Mrs. Jake DiMera would be a fraud as would voting his shares and if anyone else knew the license was fraudulent, that person would be a partner in that fraud and equally culpable. EJ declares that all of that would be criminal which means that every business meeting, corporate filing, and pay check cashed since August 13 would be fraudulent and that would all be public record of criminal activity. EJ jokes that it was fun to say all that. Gabi responds that it will be fun to watch him get thrown out. EJ says she can go ahead and make that call but informs her that he has the marriage license and the forensics reports that say Jake’s signature had been forged. EJ reveals that Ava caved and sold Gabi down the river and then said it was all Gabi’s idea. Gabi mocks Ava accusing her and says she would pin something she did on someone else. EJ says the trial would be interesting but his first priority is getting Gabi the hell out of his office. EJ tells Gabi that now that Ava is no longer entitled to Jake’s shares, they default to his closest relative which is Vivian Alamain. Gabi argues that Vivian can’t vote because she’s incarcerated. EJ confirms that means Vivian has a right to assign a proxy for her vote and he has someone at the prison getting that signed, sealed, and delivered. EJ asks Gabi if she can guess which of her ex-lovers will get the nod. EJ adds that the change of ownership of Jake’s shares is being prepared. EJ tells Gabi that she’s out of moves and this is checkmate. EJ asks if she has any idea how much Stefan is going to enjoy being the deciding factor that gives her the boot. EJ then tells Gabi to have a great day as he exits the office.
Li tells Wendy that he and Gabi are fine and questions what she is talking about. Wendy responds that the walls here are thin and reveals that before he answered the door, she heard him on the phone having a meltdown about Stefan DiMera, Gabi’s not so late husband. Li argues that Stefan is totally uninterested in Gabi. Wendy asks why he was panicking then. Li shouts back that he wasn’t panicking so she asks if she hit a nerve as Li then gets a phone call from Gabi, who says she needs him. Li asks what’s wrong. Gabi says she can’t tell him over the phone and she just needs him to get there. Li says he’s on his way and hangs up. Wendy tells Li that she will come with him and they can talk about the job in the car. Li argues that he kept his promise and he’s sorry that she’s not satisfied, but she never is. Li then storms out. Wendy wonders why he’s so freaked out about Stefan DiMera. Wendy opens up Li’s laptop and decides to see what she can do.
Stefan questions Johnny thinking that EJ paid Dr. Rolf to brainwash him about Gabi. Stefan tells him that there’s a hole in his scenario because EJ would have had to have been working with Dr. Rolf long before he was alive, but EJ didn’t know he was alive until Gabi told him. Johnny argues that EJ is the most accomplished liar on two continents and Stefan bought it. Stefan doesn’t know what went on between Johnny and Ava but it sounds like he’s having a hard time accepting what she did, so now he’s taking whatever he can find to see what sticks. Stefan adds that if he loved Gabi, he would know.
Alex comes out of the shower. Chanel asks if he’s still in a mad rush to get out of here since he got out of the bed like it was on fire. Alex admits it was a bit awkward. Chanel thinks Alex seemed a bit overwhelmed as if he was under the grip of a powerful emotion. Allie adds that Alex seems in a rush to get out of here. Alex apologizes if that’s the way it seemed and assures them that he had an amazing time and they are both awesome. Chanel says they know why he feels like he needs to get out. Chanel reminds Alex that what happened last night was just about sex, nothing more, and a one time thing. Alex questions where this is coming from. Allie explains that Chanel thinks there might be something more. Alex assures that he’s in to them both but that’s not something any of them need to worry about. Alex then decides it’s time to come clean and explains that he didn’t try to rush out because he couldn’t deal with some feelings, but because he had a dream. Alex then reveals that the dream wasn’t about them, but about Chad DiMera which surprises and confuses them.
Chad signs the non-disclosure agreement for Paulina. Stephanie then asks Paulina what they are dealing with. Paulina calls it something that can undo her entire campaign, but that’s not what has her upset which is why she had to have Chad sign the NDA. Paulina reveals it’s about her daughter, Chanel. Stephanie questions what Chanel has to do with her campaign. Paulina explains that last night, she got a visit from the lawyer, Sloan Peterson. Chad recognizes that she represented Leo Stark when he was accused of murdering Abigail, so there’s nothing she wouldn’t stoop to. Paulina informs them that Sloan has another client and delivered an ultimatum from whoever it is as they know something about Chanel. Stephanie asks what it is, so Paulina hands her the file folder.
Alex explains to Allie and Chanel that the dream was actually about Stephanie and her being with Chad. Chanel jokingly asks if he dreamed about having a threesome with them. Alex clarifies that he dreamed that Chad had the capability of taking Stephanie away from him. Chanel points out that he doesn’t have Stephanie while Allie adds that he doesn’t know that Chad has her either. Alex assures this was a dream and why he’s all mixed up. Chanel and Allie joke about him dreaming about Chad while in bed with them. Alex tells them that he had an amazing time with them and he cares about them both a lot. Alex calls them amazing. Chanel doesn’t think anything could change that. Alex says he has to get going, but he doesn’t know which one of them to kiss goodbye first, so they both kiss him on the cheek.
Li goes to the DiMera Office where Gabi complains to him about what happened with EJ. Gabi admits that she doesn’t know of any more moves. Li asks if she’s sure he’s not bluffing. Gabi doesn’t think so since Ava didn’t come in and her phone must be off and EJ says he has the marriage license with proof that it’s forged. Gabi talks about EJ laughing at the idea of Stefan casting the deciding vote against her. Gabi cries that Li is the only one in her corner and the only one she can trust as she hugs him.
Johnny advises Stefan to think about it and tells him that he can’t just believe everything EJ says. EJ then comes home and says he sees they have finally met. Stefan responds that they were just getting to know each other. Johnny says he was telling Stefan to watch his back when EJ is around. EJ understands he’s still angry about Ava but they can talk about that another time since he and Gabi are at an end game right now. EJ tells Johnny that soon, his financial future will be brighter so he could show some gratitude which he questions. EJ knows Johnny is upset about Ava’s duplicity. Johnny argues that he’s upset that EJ treated Ava like dirt. EJ says that in time, he will see he did what was the best for everyone. EJ calls Ava bad news and suggests that Johnny turn the page and find someone more age appropriate. EJ tells Stefan that his mother’s power of attorney is being transferred as they speak, so it should be waiting for them at company headquarters. EJ asks if Stefan would like to give Gabi a peek at her dismal future. Stefan responds that he’d love nothing more. EJ declares that it’s so great that Stefan is not dead anymore as they exit the mansion together.
Stephanie tells Paulina that she can see why she is concerned. Paulina complains that Sloan is just going between her and her blackmailer, going after her daughter. Chad adds that there’s no guarantee they wouldn’t keep asking for more. Paulina worries that they could still go public with this shortly before the election. Paulina questions what they do about this now that they know the situation.
Allie tells Chanel that they are good with Alex and asks if they are good. Chanel asks why she asked that. Allie points out that they just did something really crazy and it was basically her idea, so she’s asking if she asked too much. Chanel still can’t believe they did that. Chanel brings up Allie saying she thought it might make them closer and she thinks it worked. Chanel calls last night really hot but says just the two of them is hotter. Allie agrees as they kiss while Chanel’s phone rings nearby with a call from Paulina.
Alex returns home to the Kiriakis Mansion and sits down with his tablet, where he sees an article about Chad joining Stephanie’s PR firm.
Wendy hacks in to Li’s personal laptop but finds nothing of interest. She declares that she needs to find out why he’s so freaked out about Stefan DiMera. Wendy decides to get that information straight from the horse’s mouth.
Li tells Gabi that they need to slow down and think of a way to get EJ back in his cage. Gabi complains that EJ thinks he’s already won and is so enjoying using Stefan as his hatchet man. EJ then arrives with Stefan and tells Gabi that he brought her a surprise.
Chad goes back home with Stephanie. Chad talks about meeting with Sloan. Chad suggests letting him take care of this while she goes to visit her mother. Alex then shows up at the door. Stephanie questions what he’s doing there. Alex responds that he’s here to tell her that she is the biggest hypocrite he’s ever met.
Chanel goes to see Paulina and says she got her message and she sounded terrible, so she asks if everything is okay.
Johnny complains that EJ is full of himself and comments on EJ telling him to find someone more age appropriate. Johnny then goes to leave the mansion right as Wendy Shin arrives.
Li warns EJ to watch it. EJ says he told Gabi that he would come back with ammunition .EJ presents Vivian’s power of attorney that will grant her proxy shares to Stefan. EJ advises Gabi not to wait for the vote to start looking for another job. EJ jokes that Stefan could give her a recommendation since he knows her better than anyone else. Stefan remarks that he wishes he didn’t and wishes he never laid eyes on her. Gabi questions why he’s being so mean to her. Gabi argues that they were in love so there must be some part of him that remembers that. Gabi asks Stefan to look in to her eyes, insisting there must be something in there. Stefan then has a flashback to admitting his feelings for Gabi.
Brooke: Why would you come here to make promises to taylor, when you and i are married? I mean, we love each other, ridge. You do still love me, don’t you? Whatever this is about, I refuse to give up on us.
[Taylor huffs]
Steffy: How you doin’, mom? How are you feelin’?
Taylor: Honestly steffy, my head is spinning right now. Between taking your father on a 5k and, crying my eyes out every single time he told me he wanted to spend forever with me, and… I’m just, uh–
Steffy: It’s a lot. It’s a lot. But you and dad are back together. It happened.
Taylor: Yeah. Just when I was giving up on us.
Steffy: You know, the… the world has a, a funny way of working things out when it’s meant to be.
Taylor: Yeah, and I wasn’t so sure about that but, but it happened.
Steffy: It did happen.
Taylor: It happened.
Steffy: You and dad back together after all of this time.
Taylor: Steffy.
Steffy: You deserve it mom, you really do. Thank you. Oh, my god.
Taylor: What?
Steffy: Brooke!
Thomas: This is awesome.
[Chuckles] Oh man, my dad and my mom back together, this has gotta be one of the best days ever.
Eric: Are you absolutely certain about this? There’s not chance you could have misunderstood?
Thomas: Not really, granddad, I mean, it was a video call with my sister and my mom and my dad, and they told me. I could just see their, their love and their happiness.
Donna: Oh. Yeah, happiness at my sister’s expense.
Thomas: What about all the happiness your sister has cost my family?
Eric: Now, we’re not gonna do this.
Thomas: Yeah, you’re right, granddad. Donna and I are never gonna see this the same way. After years of her defending her sister, I’m sure that’s a hard habit to break.
Donna: It’s not a habit… thomas. Look, eric, I’m not just gonna stand here quietly like this and… if what you’re saying is true, my sister’s gonna be devastated.
Thomas: It is true. And brooke’s just gonna have to deal with it, okay? Look, after years and years of– of brooke hurting our family, causing all this heartbreak? Your sister and my father are over.
Steffy: No way. Brooke is here? Oh, no, no, no. I have to go out there–
Taylor: No, no, no, no, no, no, don’t, don’t–
Steffy: What?
Taylor: This– this is a good thing. I want to see how your father handles this.
Steffy: We all know how brooke operates, she’s gonna do whatever she can to get what she wants.
Taylor: Okay, okay. But your dad just told me the most beautiful things and one of them was that he wanted me to trust that he– he wanted to spend his life with me. And only me. So, we’re gonna trust him.
Brooke: Uh, I– I really don’t understand. I mean, have I done something, maybe, that has upset you? I– I can’t imagine what it could possibly be for you to come here and do this.
[Thrilling music plays]
I’d like to report
a child in danger.
His name is douglas forrester. For the love of god, ridge, tell me what is going on.
[Brooke sighs] What makes the l’oréal vitamin c serum different?
Eric: I think maybe we should change the subject. I don’t want things to get out of hand. Ah, it’s not gonna get out of hand, granddad. And look, donna understands where I’m coming from, I understand where she’s coming from, and… look. It’s her sister, we’re talking about. She’s always gonna defend her.
Donna: Uh, no. Not always. Not about everything. But when it comes to her marriage with ridge? Look, br– brooke is not just gonna stand by and, and let your mom take the man she loves. That is true, my dad is never more attractive to her than when she’s about to lose him–
Eric: We’re not, we’re not, we’re not gonna do this–
Thomas: It’s true, granddad. I mean, this is, this is the history of what happens. Brooke drives my dad away, she hurts him somehow and then she tries to pull him back in– it’s like a game for her.
Donna: Okay, I don’t see it that way at all. But for your granddad’s sake, I think we should just agree to disagree.
Eric: Thank you.
Thomas: That’s completely fine. I’m in too good a mood to let this bring me down.
Eric: Well, no one intends to do that. Look. I understand completely how, how happy it makes you to have your parents back together again, I do.
Thomas: Right. But you’ll always have a soft spot for brooke.
Eric: We were married, we share a history. We share children. I’m very fond of her but I’m fond of taylor, too.
Thomas: Oh. Anyway, it’s finally happened. Brooke’s days with my dad are over.
Donna: You know, I bet brooke is in aspen right now with your father, as we speak.
Thomas: She shouldn’t be.
[Donna chuckles]
Donna: She has every right to defend and protect her marriage, thomas.
Thomas: It’s hard to defend and protect something when you keep attacking it. But you know what? I get it. Logans are always gonna stick together.
Eric: Brooke is donna’s sister, thomas. Of course.
Thomas: That makes everything brooke does okay? I mean, who’s side are you on, granddad?
Eric: It’s not about being on one side or the other. Look, the problem here is that I don’t think we should be interfering at all in this situation.
Thomas: Isn’t that exactly what brooke is doing? She’s interfering with my dad trying to be with my mother.
Donna: Okay, what– what do you not get, thomas? Ridge is still married to my sister.
Thomas: It’s over between them, donna.
Donna: You know, honestly thomas, I don’t think it’ll ever really be over between your father and my sister. There’s just too much love there.
Thomas: And there’s a lot of heartache, too, of brooke’s own making, you can’t even deny that.
Donna: More to the point. My sister would never deny that. She’s always owned up to her mistakes.
Thomas: Sure, she owns up to it after everyone else finds out about it and makes it known. You know–
[Phone rings] Oh. It’s steffy. Hey sis, how’re the love birds?
Steffy: That’s why I’m calling. Are you alone?
Thomas: Uh, no, I’m actually here with granddad and donna. Here, I’ll put you on speaker.
Eric: Steffy, hi. How are things in aspen?
Steffy: Well, it was wonderful.
Thomas: “Was.” Uh, what’s wrong?
Steffy: Brooke. She’s here in aspen. She’s with dad right now.
How did she find out dad
was here with mom and me?
Donna: I told her.
Steffy: Why, donna? Why do you have to get involved with everything? Of course, you’re going to do anything for your sister.
Donna: She’s family, steffy.
Steffy: I have family, too. A family that was pulled apart because of your sister. My dad’s here because he wants to see my mom. So, my father’s days with brooke are over.
Donna: Maybe, maybe not. But one thing you, your mother and brother should never do, ever, ever count out brooke and ridge’s love for each other.
[Steffy sighs]
[Brooke sighs]
Brooke: Just say something, ridge. I don’t really like this not knowing.
Ridge: Not knowing what?
Brooke: Not knowing why you hopped on a plane and you flew to aspen without even a word to me about it.
Ridge: That’s it? That’s– that’s what you’re upset about?
Brooke: I’m upset because
[Sighs] Steffy, thomas and taylor, they have been trying to break us up for a long time, now. They’ve been playing on your emotions and they’ve been pressuring you–
Ridge: Wow. This has nothing to do with them. Yes! This has everything to do with them. They have worn you down, ridge!
Ridge: Look, what are you– I don’t–
Brooke: Look, I’m not gonna let this happen. I’m not.
Ridge: You’re not– you’re not gonna let it happen?
Brooke: Whatever you said to her, whatever promises were made, it doesn’t matter. Because I see the way you look at me ridge, you still love me and I love you. And that’s the way it’s always going to be, so please, just… tell me, what is it? I mean, is it bill, is it deacon? Is it, what? Something else?
[Thrilling music plays]
Brooke: Okay, I– I don’t care, whatever it is. We’re going to get home and we’re gonna work through this and we’re gonna work through it together.
Ridge: We’re not working through anything. My mind’s made up.
Brooke: What do you mean it’s made up?
Ridge: How– how do you not see this? We’re finally here. Everything’s caught up with us.
Brooke: Oh, gosh, I– i don’t know what you’re talking about. Okay, maybe this is about your children and how you weren’t there–
Ridge: It’s still not about them. It’s so much more complicated than that.
Brooke: Well then, what? What is it! Tell me what brought you to this point!
If you have this…
[Clack]
Thomas: It’s not gonna change anything, brooke’s desperate attempt to keep my parents apart.
Donna: It’s not desperate, thomas. It’s love. Brooke and ridge are in love.
Thomas: Yes, well, my mother loves my father but she doesn’t betray him over and over again.
Eric: Well, ridge always forgives brooke.
Thomas: He shouldn’t be with someone he always has to forgive, kay? I mean, at some point in a relationship like that he’s gotta look at it and say, “I don’t– i don’t want the lies, I don’t want the betrayal anymore. I want to be with someone more like…”
Eric: Like your mother.
Thomas: Yeah. Well, that’s why he’s with her right now. That’s why he’s distancing himself from brooke. Brooke just brings him chaos. And with my mother he has peace. And you’ve gotta know how much that means to him. But. You still believe in brooke and my dad.
Donna: We both do, thomas.
Eric: Thomas, I admire your mother. In no way am I diminishing how important she is in ridge’s life. But I agree with donna. You cannot count out ridge and brooke. And I think right now, your sister and your mother are learning the same thing.
Steffy: I still think I should go out there.
Taylor: No. No, no, no, no. This is between your father and brooke–
Steffy: If donna hadn’t told brooke that dad was here–
Taylor: It doesn’t matter, it doesn’t matter. Your father would have had to face her at some point–
Steffy: But then, she wouldn’t have spoiled things for you two.
Taylor: She hasn’t spoiled anything. Yet. I mean, would I have preferred if she stayed in L.A., Sure. But, you know, this is what brooke does, she bring the drama. Your father knows that better than anyone.
[Sighs]
Steffy: She’s gonna do everything to get to dad. But you’re right, you’re right, it’s not gonna work. Dad made his decision and he wants to be with you. It’s not gonna work, no matter how hard brooke tries.
Brooke: Whatever you’re holding in, just say it. Say it, so we can deal with it. Please.
Ridge: I’m sorry. This is where I need to be.
[Brooke sighs]
Brooke: No, no, this is not where you need to be, you need to be home with me, so we can work through whatever is going on, here. Okay, obviously I have done something. That’s why you’re here. But, for the life of me, I can’t figure out what it is. Ridge, if you’re not ready to talk about it, that’s okay, I’m not gonna pressure you. All you need to do is get on that plane with me and we’ll fly home, together, and you and I can work through this. Together. That’s what we do, we can get through anything. I believe that. Tell me you believe that, too. What’s the #1 retinol brand
Thomas: No one knows better than I do, the hold that brooke had on my dad. But, it has to end sometime. And today’s the day.
Eric: Now, brooke’s with your dad, right now.
Thomas: Yeah, and she can tell herself they are destined to be together all she wants. But my dad believes differently, otherwise, he wouldn’t be in aspen right now, committing to a life with my mother.
Donna: Okay. I’m just gonna say this: Your mother, she is a remarkable woman. But, the true love of your father’s life is and always will be my sister. Can we just, can we go for a ride, please. I think, um… I think I just need to get out of here.
Eric: All right, come on. Come on.
Steffy: Mom–
Taylor: Yup-yup, uh-huh?
> Steffy: Are you okay? I’ve– I think I am. Yup, I’m just, um, uh…
Steffy: You just wish you could lock brooke in a gondola?
Taylor: No.
Steffy: No.
[Both] Yeah.
Taylor: Oh, honey, I’m–
Steffy: What’re you thinking?
Taylor: I’m thinking, um… okay. I believe your father. I want to believe your father and… honey, this is why I– I didn’t want to do this again. Your father just chased me all over the mountain and convinced me that he wanted me in his life forever, and that he had changed. And the thought that he might be returning to brooke, it’s–
Steffy: That’s not gonna happen. It’s not. I know it feels like brooke always wins but dad’s eyes are open and he sees what he could have with you. And that’s a life filled with happiness, no more tears, no more betrayals. You bring so much goodness in his life and a love, a love that brooke knows nothing about. You’re everything to dad. You’re everything he deserves. It’s not brooke, mom? Okay? It’s never been brooke. Okay?
Brooke: I know you still believe in us, ridge, our love. It’s what holds us together whenever anything tries to come between us. It’s what’s helped us overcome all our challenges in the past and it’s gonna help us overcome this, too.
[Ridge clears throat] Like I said, I don’t care what you said to taylor. I know you feel a pull towards your other family and I get that, I respect that but you. Are. My. Husband. And you’re gonna come home with me and we’re gonna work through this together, like we always do. I know you, ridge. I know there’s something that you’re not saying and I wish you would just, just say it, just–
Ridge: Why– why are you doin’ this? Why are you– why are you pretending that you don’t know what this is?
Brooke: I don’T.
Ridge: Can you just be honest and, and say it? I just need to hear you say it.
Brooke: Say what? I… I don’t know what it is you want me to say? I mean… what do you think I did?
I’ d like to report
a child in danger. His name
is douglas forrester.
Please get there
as soon as possible.
His father, thomas forrester,
is unstable. He has a knife.
Respondent: And your name,
ma’am.
Brooke: Brooke logan.
Please hurry.
Thomas: Calling child protective services on your husband’s son, something ridge forrester would never forgive. Only it wasn’t you, brooke. It was me.
[Dialing]
Brooke’s voice: Only it wasn’t you, brooke. It was me.
Tucker: [ Exhales sharply ] Wow. [ Chuckles ] You really look amazing. You haven’t changed a bit.
[ Sighs ] I — [ Clears throat ] I know this is gonna sound hollow.
[ Sighs ] I’ve missed you so much. I have dreamt of this day for a long time.
Ashley: Please spare me the compliments and the pretty speeches. Why are you really here, tucker? What are you up to?
Tucker: [ Chuckles ] Right now I’m just — just drinking you in. There’s no, uh — no secret machinations at play.
Ashley: I find that very hard to believe.
Tucker: Mm. Uh, I don’t know if you heard about this, but when I was in monte carlo, uh, I was in a near-fatal car crash. Thought I was a dead man. And, uh, there’s nothing like looking death in the face to give you a new perspective on life. So, as I lay there recovering, I reevaluated everything, you know, what I’ve accomplished, but mostly what I’ve lost. And how I wronged you is at the top of my list of regrets. So, what am I up to? I’m here to make it right with you.
Jack: I was talking about my sister and tucker. Please don’t make this about us.
[ Cellphone pings ]
Phyllis: Excuse me. I have to take this. Hi.
Nikki: I just had a very interesting meeting with diane and tucker. I have new information on wild beauty. Can you meet me at chancellor park?
Phyllis: I’ll be right there. Um, I’m sorry I have to cut this short. I have to go to a meeting.
[ Elevator doors open ]
Summer: Kyle.
Kyle: Hey, babe.
Summer: Hi.
Kyle: Highlight of my day by far.
Summer: Didn’t think it was possible, but you have gotten even more romantic since our vow renewal.
Kyle: Mm.
Summer: Where you headed?
Kyle: On my way to meet my mom for lunch. You want to join?
Summer: No, I can’T. I have too much to catch up on. Plus, I just saw that somebody added a meeting to my calendar for later this afternoon.
Kyle: That was me. There’s something important i need to discuss with you.
Summer: Is it something i should be concerned about?
Kyle: Mm, actually, I think you’ll be pleased with my proposal, but I can’t get into it now. I’ll see you later.
Michael: I got the feeling from your message that you had a matter of some urgency to discuss?
Victor: Tucker mccall. I want you to find out why he suddenly returned to genoa city.
Michael: [ Chuckles ] From what I hear, he made quite the grand re-entrance. He certainly wasn’t sneaking around or being private about his plans. What is it you want me to dig into?
Victor: He says he’s here to mend fences with ashley, to reconnect with his son devon, and meet his grandson. I don’t trust any of this. But I’m gonna make sure that he will not do any harm to ashley or that boy.
Michael: That’s very chivalrous of you. I imagine ashley could hold her own, and since tucker would have to go through abby to get to dominic, I’m guessing the little guy is pretty well protected, too. But what ulterior motives do you suspect the man of having?
Victor: Victoria is about to make a big business move.
Michael: Oh?
Victor: She is in the process of gaining a big stake in chancellor-winters. And I have a feeling that tucker mccall is here because he somehow got wind of it.
Michael: Wait, wait. Did I miss some news of an ipo?
Victor: That’s the point. There has been no ipo as of yet. Our victoria has some inside information. She’s ready to act.
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Tucker: I could never shake you, even after all this time. And coming to grips with what i squandered when I lost you is a large part of what drove me to an ashram, renouncing all my worldly possessions, only to discover that that’s not really who I am.
Ashley: Yeah. You always did love your toys.
Tucker: Right. So I went back to the company and — and thrill seeking, which led to the accident. But it all forced me to — to realize what I’ve been missing, the love and the life that I had right in front of me and I just let slip away. And when you ended the marriage, you said to me, “the only way i would ever trust that you’re not gonna hurt me again is if you went through some kind of miraculous change, if you became some completely different man.” Do you remember that?
Ashley: Mm.
Tucker: And you didn’t believe it, right?
Ashley: I remember it very well. I remember it.
Tucker: Well, I’m here to tell you it’s possible ’cause i stand before you a completely different man.
Ashley: Right.
Tucker: One that would never hurt you again.
Ashley: Mm-hmm. Yeah. Um, well, I ended things with you because I couldn’t take any more of your secrets and your lies. And the women that you were sleeping with — they kind of got in the way.
Tucker: Yeah. I took you for granted, ashley. I know that now. Love’s not enough, and
[Chuckles] I lost the best thing that ever happened to me.
Ashley: Now, that was a good speech. Must have taken you a long time to write that one.
Tucker: I will admit that i have thought long and hard about seeing you and what I might say when I did. Yeah, and in particular, what it would require to convince you that I’m sincere.
[ Laughs ] There’s so much I want you to know.
Ashley: You think there’s a future for us? Is that what you’re trying to say?
Michael: Who’s victoria’s source? No, wait. N-never mind. Don’t answer me. I don’t want to know.
Victor: I assure you her information is very reliable.
Michael: You and victoria need to be very cautious. What you’re planning is not totally ethical, and in certain circumstances, it could even be flat out illegal.
Victor: Oh, don’t you worry, okay? I trust victoria. But that is also why I ask you to guide her, you know, about the legal aspects of all this.
Michael: I’m not sure I feel all that comfortable offering advice on this matter. I mean, need I remind you I was the D.A.
Victor: For heaven’s sake, man, that’s why I asked you. Who knows the law better than you?
Michael: Well, as long as the counsel she’s seeking is on how to follow the law, not skirt it.
Victor: Now, you have been around me long enough and around the inner circle of the newmans long enough to know how we operate.
Michael: [ Sighs ] That’s exactly what I’m afraid of.
Victor: Mm-hmm.
Phyllis: Okay. Please tell me that you connected tucker to private image. I mean, that is the name of the bentley company that diane was being chauffeured around in in L.A., Right?
Nikki: Okay, listen to this. It turns out that noah has heard of wild beauty. In fact, his former girlfriend, audra charles, used to work for them.
Phyllis: Can you get a hold of her? I mean, maybe she’s the one who can connect tucker and diane to these companies.
Nikki: Things did not end well for those two, but she just showed up in town.
Phyllis: Well, that’s interesting. The coincidences keep on piling up.
Nikki: Oh, I don’t believe they’re coincidences at all. I think they all tie back to tucker.
Phyllis: Yeah, I think so, too, but without any connection of him to one of these companies or diane to one of these companies, it’s all conjecture on our part.
[ Cellphone ringing ]
Nikki: Noah? Ah. Okay, thanks for the update, honey.
Phyllis: What did he say?
Nikki: He just ran into his ex at crimson lights.
Phyllis: Oh, my gosh. Really? I mean, there’s definitely a connection. We just have to find out.
Nikki: I am going to go see what I can find out from audra charles. Why do dermatologists worldwide recommend
Summer: Hey. Sorry to interrupt, but have you seen my mom around?
Jack: You just missed her. She had an important meeting to get to.
Summer: Huh. Wonder what that’s about.
Jack: Well, I don’t think it has much to do with marchetti. She had that gleam in her eye, you know, the one she gets when she’s up to something.
Summer: Mm. I cannot get drawn into any of her drama. I am still walking on cloud nine from our vow renewal ceremony. Thank you again, by the way, for helping us to make it so special.
Jack: The abbott home is your home. You don’t need to thank me. I was glad we could do it there. And for the record, you were every bit as lovely a bride there as you were in milan.
Summer: Aww. Well, I am very grateful to you for hosting and for the compliment, but that’s not exactly what I was thanking you for.
Jack: Oh? What then?
Summer: I just wanted to thank you for being the best father to the best husband and partner that I could ever hope to have.
Diane: The vow renewal was so beautiful. You and summer make such a lovely couple. And what about my little harrison? He was so adorable.
[ Sighs ] I can’t tell you how much it means to me that I was there to witness it. It’s something I would have thought was impossible just a couple months ago. You okay? I hope you didn’t let tucker mccall’s party-crashing stunt put a damper on the day. It was perfect, despite his unwelcome appearance.
Kyle: Nothing could wreck the ceremony for me. But I did hear a lot of innuendos being thrown around the reception relating to you and tucker’s past.
Diane: Oh [Scoffs] That is ancient history, long over. Half of the women in this town have a past with tucker. I hope you don’t hold it against me.
Kyle: You know very well i can forgive for past mistakes, but phyllis seems to think this is a very present connection between you and tucker. Please tell me that’s not true.
Tucker: I realize I can’t just pop in here and expect you to take me back all of a sudden after all this time.
Ashley: It’s good that you know that. It’s not gonna happen. I moved on with my life, tucker, and I never looked back.
Tucker: I’m sorry to hear that.
Ashley: I am curious about something, though. Um, I find it very interesting that you show up here just a few months after diane did. It’s almost like you followed her back to genoa city, isn’t it?
Tucker: That’s not the case. No, I was, uh — I was as surprised as I’m sure you all were that she was still alive. And trust me — I have zero interest in revisiting anything with that woman. That was over long before you and I even broke up. I swear. You believe that?
Ashley: No, I don’T. But I don’t need to belabor it, either. If you’re not gonna tell me the real reason why you’re in genoa city, then we have nothing else to discuss. You said what you need to say, I responded, and you can go.
Audra: Thank you.
Nikki: Excuse me. Are you audra charles?
Audra: Yes, I am.
Nikki: Well, it’s a pleasure to meet you. I’m nikki —
Audra: Nikki newman, co-ceo of newman enterprises, wife of the esteemed victor newman.
Nikki: Well, I’m impressed.
Audra: I pride myself on knowing the major players in the business world.
Nikki: Well, then you also know that I am noah newman’s grandmother. I understand you knew him in london.
Audra: Yes, I did know him in london. And I was pleasantly surprised to discover he’s back here in genoa city. I even got the chance to go to the opening of his incredible club last night.
Nikki: Oh, my goodness. What a coincidence. It’s a small world.
Audra: I’m actually here on business, doing some consulting work for chancellor-winters. It’s lovely to meet you. I’ve admired your career from afar. And of course noah adores his family, so I had the privilege of hearing about the newmans from that perspective, as well.
Nikki: Ahh. Well, I’m afraid grandsons don’t confide in their grandmothers as they do their friends, so I’m sure you know much more about me and my family than I do about you.
Audra: Yeah, I guess that’s possible.
Nikki: And since you’re working at chancellor-winters, i hope you can appreciate the importance of keeping the legacy of my dear friend katherine alive.
Audra: Of course. Katherine chancellor is a legend.
Nikki: Mm. Do you have time to sit down with me? I’d love to hear more about you. If you’re on medicare, remember,
Jack: Well, I thank you for the compliment, but I think you deserve most of the credit for making kyle the fine man that he is today.
Summer: Mm. Thanks. I hope you liked the photos that I forwarded to you from the ceremony. Let me know which ones are your favorites, and I’ll get them printed out. They all so good. I — I can’t decide. I especially love the one of you and harrison and the one of you and kyle and harrison, the three generations of abbotts. And then the one of kyle and harrison. God, that one’s so cute.
Jack: I love them all, and I’ve decided I’m going to become an official grandfather and get one of those digital frames so i can have them on a loop all day long.
Summer: [ Laughs ]
Jack: Summer, you have been a part of my life since the day you were born, literally. That you are now the center of my son’s life brings me a kind of joy I cannot describe. To see you two happy and in love brings me so much happiness. To have the three of you living in the abbott family estate — well, you make a house a home. I hope you know you are welcome to stay there as long as you like.
Summer: Thank you, jack. We love it there.
Jack: It has been the thrill of my life to watch the two of you grow and mature into a loving couple, there for each other in the great moments, there for each other in the tougher moments, but most of all, to see you become smart, attentive, adoring parents to harrison. It gives me hope for the future.
Diane: I can’t tell you how disturbing those allegations are to me. Just when I’m beginning to gain your trust and forgiveness, tucker shows up and suddenly there’s doubt, all because of some history? And I do mean history.
Kyle: That’s not exactly a denial.
Diane: [ Sighs ] Alright, i will tell you what I told jack and phyllis and nikki. I am shocked that that man had the gall to show his face in genoa city again. I sincerely regret my past with him, and I wish he had never come back into our lives.
Kyle: I’m not trying to accuse you of anything, mom. I just want to know the truth. That’s why I’m coming to you directly to ask rather than let rumors run rampant. I value the open communication we’ve built.
Diane: Trust me. The only current connection i have to tucker is one of pure loathing.
Kyle: Mm. Well, glad to hear it ’cause i know enough about mccall to not particularly like the fact that he’s returned.
Nikki: Katherine was a titan in the business world. And in her day, that did not come easy for a woman. It took real power and skill to navigate that world and come out on top. Oh, she was such a role model for me. But enough of my old friend. I’d like to know more about you. Now, I remember noah said that you were an artist like him, but you say that you’re doing some work for chancellor-winters. Doesn’t sound very much like art.
Audra: I mean, I — I was an artist. And, in fact, I hope I still am. But, I mean, it was just never something that paid the bills. I always needed a day job. And after years of scraping by, I went to business school to please my parents, a fallback career, which they insisted on. As it turned out, I enjoyed it, and I was good at it.
Nikki: Mm. Do you ever wish you had pursued your art full time? Do you miss it?
Audra: I-I keep working on my art as a creative outlet, but sometimes parents really do know best.
Nikki: [ Chuckles ] Well, I think it’s wonderful you were able to satisfy both sides of yourself. Now, noah also mentioned that you worked for a nonprofit organization that supports artists. Um… ugh. I’m forgetting the name.
Audra: You must mean wild beauty.
Nikki: Yes, yes, that’s it. It sounds like a great organization that I should consider supporting. Can you tell me a little more about that?
Tucker: It’s funny — after all this time imagining seeing you and practicing in my mind what I was gonna say, I never imagined this would be your reaction.
Ashley: You thought I’d say, “welcome back, let’s give it another shot, tucker”?
Tucker: No, of course not. I just… well, I had prepared myself for your anger, fury, even hatred. But I wasn’t prepared for this, for apathy.
Ashley: “Apathy’s” a good word, and so is “indifference.”
Tucker: That’s even worse.
[ Clears throat ] ‘Cause at least if you were angry, I’d know that you still had feelings for me. You know, the fine line between love and hate. Okay. [ Clears throat ] Well, before I go, I… I’m gonna give you something, something from our time together. Um, I’m hoping it will at least show you that you’ve never left my mind. You remember that?
Ashley: Of course I do. It’s from the…
Tucker: The japanese tea ceremony, yeah.
Ashley: Yeah. I remember.
Tucker: Wasn’t that a beautiful and serene moment?
Ashley: No, thank you.
Tucker: No, please.
Ashley: Okay. Suit yourself. I’ll keep it. Uh, is there anything else?
Tucker: No. May I speak to you again, please, at some point? Just after you’ve had a chance to — to process what I’ve told you. Please promise me you’ll think it over, at least.
Ashley: I don’t need to think anything over. I’ve heard everything I need to hear. Goodbye, tucker.
[ Door opens ]
Ashley: [ Sighs heavily ] Mm. (Dog barking) we love our pets.
“The young and the restless”
will continue. Oh, davante adams!
Audra: Wild beauty does wonderful work — donating to artist, encouraging their creativity. I had a job there for some time in london, but I mean, obviously I don’t work there anymore.
Nikki: Hmm. It sounds like a noble endeavor. Who funds it?
Audra: I was never really part of the financial side of things. I mainly helped the organization identify artists to support. I’d love to continue this, but i have a meeting to get to. It was lovely meeting you. And as I said, I’ve long admired your career.
Nikki: Well, thank you. I’m sure you will be crossing paths with business leaders whose names you will recognize — the newmans, the abbotts. You already know the team at chancellor-winters. Even tucker mccall has returned. Do you know him?
Abby: Mom!
Ashley: Honey!
Abby: Hi!
Ashley: Hi!
Abby: Mwah! Welcome back. I missed you.
Ashley: I missed you.
Abby: How was paris?
Ashley: Oh, same as usual. Perfect. Although I was too busy to really enjoy it this time.
Abby: Oh, that’s too bad.
Ashley: And I’m so sorry i had those flight issues so i couldn’t come to kyle and summer’s vow renewal ceremony.
Abby: Well, I’m sure you heard that there was an unexpected guest.
Ashley: Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm. In fact, I met with tucker earlier.
Abby: Why would you bother? I hate the idea of the two of you face-to-face. I saw him here having dinner with devon, and I made it very clear that he is not welcome here. But of course, that didn’t matter because tucker is a disgusting human being who thrives off greed and exploitation.
Ashley: Okay, well, that does sound a little like tucker.
Abby: I can’t believe that he has some fantasy of making amends with you or that you gave him the time of day.
Ashley: Just relax, okay? There’s nothing to worry about. I was over him when he left town.
Abby: Good.
Ashley: And I think even less of him now than I ever did, okay?
Abby: That’s good to hear.
Ashley: And I also don’t believe for a second that he’s back here because of some deep, abiding love that he has for me.
Abby: [ Sighs ] Neither do I. Tucker has an agenda, and whatever it is, I want him as far away from my mother and my family as possible.
Diane: Thanks again, kyle. It’s one of the favorite parts about my job — getting to have quick, impromptu lunches with my son, and just seeing you around the office brightens my day.
Kyle: Well, mine, too.
Diane: You know, I-I-I hope you, um, understand why I got a bit defensive when you questioned me about tucker. It’s just a reflex when his name comes up at this point.
Kyle: I get it. Now, I’ve got to track down summer. We’ve got some important business to discuss.
Diane: Oh. Well, do you need me? Is it about the upcoming press conference?
Kyle: No, thanks. This is “ceo to creative director” stuff. I’ll see you later.
Nikki: Hello, ladies.
Abby: Hi.
Phyllis: We received your texts to meet here.
Abby: The three of you meeting voluntarily? I don’t even want to know what you’re sharing if it’s not insults.
Phyllis: Good. Nothing to see here.
Abby: Great. Then I will leave you to whatever this is.
Ashley: Bye, honey. Love you.
Abby: I love you.
Nikki: Bye.
Ashley: So, here we are again, ladies, the magnificent triumvirate dedicated to getting diane out of this town. How’s that going? Because I have somebody else i want to add to that list — tucker mccall. Another undesirable that needs to leave genoa city.
Phyllis: Funny you should mention that.
Nikki: Because we’re convinced that diane and tucker are a package deal.
You never know
what opportunities
Summer: So, why did you bring me here? It seems like kind of an odd place to have a work meeting.
Kyle: Well, I wanted to get you out of the office to avoid running into any of our parents or any other work interruptions.
Summer: Huh. My calendar says “breakout summit.” Is this one of those corporate leadership strategy exercises that you’ve been wanting to try?
Kyle: In a way. I’ve finalized our plans for our breakout escape.
Summer: Oh, so, that’s what this is about.
Kyle: I’ve been working on the perfect honeymoon to celebrate my marriage to the most beautiful woman on earth. Picture a secluded costa rican beach, a private chef who makes herself scarce after every meal, piña coladas and oceanside spa treatments.
Summer: Ooh. I can’t believe that you planned this all on your own. And you even found a time that we could both get away from work? You really are the perfect husband.
Kyle: Mm. I guess I’m inspired by my perfect wife.
Summer: We can’t get on that plane soon enough.
Kyle: Ahh. I — I do have one request. It’s just an idea. You can say no if you disagree. But I was wondering if maybe for the last few days we had —
Summer: The nanny bring harrison down for a couple of days of fun-filled family beach vacation? Oh, god. That wasn’t what you were going to say?
Victor: I don’t think you have anything to worry about. Have a seat. Victoria’s going to play this very discreetly. But there’s something else that worries me.
Michael: What could that possibly be?
Victor: Tucker mccall, I have a feeling, is here because he wants to play a hand in the chancellor-winters deal.
Michael: That seems unlikely. From what I hear, he’s divested himself of all of his holdings except mccall unlimited. You know, he’s switched gears from world domination to downsizing his companies.
Victor: That doesn’t mean a damn thing. Think about it for a moment. He’s katherine chancellor’s son. He’s devon’s father, dominic’s grandfather. I think his motives are more personal. And the man is not known to play by the rules.
Michael: Careful. Many people would say that about you.
Victor: I don’t give a damn what they say about me. But I will not let anyone, certainly not tucker mccall, to interfere with plans that victoria has for our business.
Ashley: So, it’s no coincidence that diane was seen riding around in a bentley that’s the same make and model as the one owned by private image.
Nikki: Absolutely not, and we have victor’s team to thank for finding out the ownership of that car.
Ashley: Right. Private image owns a nonprofit arm called wild beauty that’s based in london.
Phyllis: Yes.
Ashley: Okay.
Phyllis: And your father called you “my beauty.”
Ashley: Mm-hmm.
Phyllis: And tucker called you “beauty,” right?
Ashley: Yeah.
Phyllis: There. There. That connects tucker to wild beauty, thereby connecting him to diane.
Ashley: Right. It’s kind of a reach, though, don’t you think? I mean, the only proof you have is that the name of the organization somewhat resonates? I don’t know.
Phyllis: Excuse me, ashley, but my instincts have never ceased to point me in the right direction.
Ashley: Okay, I’m just trying to get to the bottom of this.
Nikki: Alright, anyway — anyway, victor’s team is trying to find more proof. In the meantime, I just had a very interesting conversation with audra charles.
Ashley: Who’s that?
Nikki: Audra is my grandson noah’s ex who used to work for wild beauty. And I asked her if she ever came across a tucker mccall.
Phyllis: And?
Nikki: Well, she admitted that she knew of him but didn’t know him.
Phyllis: I mean, I don’t believe that. I don’t believe that she worked for a company that we believe tucker had a financial stake in and she never met him.
Ashley: What if — I mean, there’s a possibility, right, that tucker has no connection to wild beauty or private image.
Nikki: Well, ashley, I know i just told you about this audra person, but tucker came to town practically on her heels. We are so close to tying this thing together. We just have to find that missing piece of the puzzle. Super emma just about sleeps in her cape.
Summer: Oh, my god, I am so sorry. I didn’t mean to step on your wonderful honeymoon plans. It’s just that I’ve been looking at the pictures from the vow renewal ceremony. And then I was talking to jack, and I was thinking how much love we have in our little family. And — I don’t know — for some reason, I was thinking that you were having the same idea, but I —
Kyle: [ Laughing ] I was. I had the exact same idea. I just can’t believe you came up with the same one, too.
Summer: That is a huge relief, and I’m thrilled. But, baby, you shouldn’t be shocked. We love each other, and we love our son. And who doesn’t love a family beach vacation?
Kyle: You’re right. We’re completely in sync. Just proof we were meant to be. And everything we went through in the past, the breaking up, getting back together again, breaking up again —
Summer: Getting back together again.
Kyle: It’s just proof that once we finally made it permanent, we were destined to last forever.
Summer: Mm.
Ashley: So, whatever happened with talia morgan’s articles? I thought it was supposed to be some big exposé that shed light on what diane was up to in los angeles. Instead, only one was published. That was it.
Phyllis: Ah.
Nikki: Yeah. Her editor suddenly shut it down.
Phyllis: Yeah. We believe that someone applied pressure. Somebody out there doesn’t want any more stories about diane.
Ashley: So, if it’s true that diane was seen riding around in tucker’s bentley, then that means they were in contact after she “died.” What happened? Did they hook up after he found out she was alive?
Nikki: Or did he know all along that she had staged her death?
Ashley: Yeah. How far does this go back?
Phyllis: Yeah, these are all the questions that we should be asking. These are pieces of the puzzle. I mean, they really are. What is tucker’s connection to this company that owns the bentley? And, ultimately, what’s his connection to diane?
Ashley: Yeah. So, the only issue is, if victor didn’t have any luck with his professionals making a financial tie-in here, I mean, are we gonna have any better luck with amateur sleuthing?
Phyllis: Hey, I don’t appreciate your monday quarterbacking. I mean, while you’re gallivanting all over paris —
Ashley: Gallivanting?
Phyllis: Yeah. I mean, nikki and I — we’re doing the heavy lifting. Really. And we’re not coming up with any answers because they’ve obviously been scrubbed.
Ashley: Just relax, okay? I mean, I’ve done a little reconnaissance of my own, phyllis, here, okay?
Nikki: Oh. Well, do tell.
Ashley: I met with tucker earlier. I told him I was very suspicious of the timing, him coming back to genoa city so soon after diane did. Of course, he swears that there was no connection.
Nikki: You believe him?
Ashley: No. I learned a long time ago not to trust in tucker’s swears. I also made sure that he understood there was no hope for rekindling a relationship with me, you know?
Phyllis: Okay, wait, wait, wait, wait, wait. This is how you can be useful in our effort.
Ashley: Oh, really? And what would that be?
Phyllis: You’re our in. Yep. I wouldn’t be so quick to shut the door on tucker. Maybe with you, he’ll slip up.
[ Knock on door ]
Jack: Hey. What’s going on?
Diane: Uh… normally I would come up with some sort of work issue as an excuse to speak to you, but, uh, this time I think I’m just going to get straight to the point.
Jack: Okay. Go for it.
Diane: [ Sighs ] I have to admit, I’m a little worried.
Jack: About?
Diane: Tucker’s return. It just feels wrong in so many ways. And he still hasn’t given any real explanation as to why he came back.
Jack: Supposedly, it’s all about ashley — and, I suppose, reconnecting with devon, meeting his grandchild. But the good news is, I am thrilled to tell you, my sister is not interested at all in connecting with him.
Diane: Has ashley spoken to tucker?
Jack: Oh, yeah, my sister’s in town. She has agreed to meet with him. She wants to make her position very clear so that there is no misunderstanding.
Diane: Well, I’m — I’m — I’m not surprised that ashley wants nothing to do with him, but I still suspect he has another agenda. And who knows what he’s going to do or say once she makes her feelings clear to him? You know what? I-I think we all just, uh, need to be on alert. We can’t trust anything about tucker mccall.
[ Door slams ]
Audra: So, how did things go with your ex?
Tucker: Oh, pretty much as i expected, if not how I hoped. It’s not gonna be easy. She’s a special woman. But as you know, I’m a patient man — and determined. I will win ashley back.
Audra: I know better than to bet against you.
Tucker: So, what’s going on with chancellor-winter?
Audra: All is going relatively smoothly with the preparations for the ipo.
I just want to say to you… that I want to make things right with you, michael. Whatever it takes.
[ Chuckles ] You think you can just suddenly make things right between us? I-I’ve always wanted to make things right. And I-I think deep down inside, you do, too.
[ Cellphone rings ] Hey. Everything okay? Uh, I’ll be right there. Okay. It’s too late. Okay, if you can look me in the eye and make me believe that you don’t want anything to do with me… I’ll walk. And you’ll never have to deal with me again, michael. Dante: I want to ask you some questions about what went down between you and my father after brando corbin was killed. Should I call a lawyer? No, not this time.
[ Sighs ] I’ll keep it simple. I can tell you got bruises on your face. Your wrists — your wrists look pretty bad, actually. I’m thinking by the way you’re standing there, your ribs are in rough shape, too. You want to tell me what happened? Robert: Ah! About bloody time. I didn’t know I was expecting company.
[ Chuckles ] Most people call first. You didn’t pick up. Close the door. Listen to me. If we’re gonna bring luke’s killer to justice, we’ve got a lot of work to do. Are you sure I can’t give you a lift? Oh, well, thanks. I don’t think that would be very wise. Oh, why? It’s, uh — it’s no trouble.
[ Chuckles ] Oh, victor, you’re nothing but trouble.
[ Chuckles ] Hey, trina. Look at this. Two days in a row. I know. What a treat. Thanks for coming. Mm. Is everything okay? Well, I heard from my mom that oz haggarty got attacked and killed. I wanted to see how you’re holding up. Are you freaked out? Don’t worry about me. I’m resilient.
[ Cellphone chimes ] Oh, don’t ignore that on my account, okay? It’s just rory. I can’t right now. Well, if there’s a problem, you should… should take care of it. You shouldn’t let it fester. Take it from someone who knows.
[ Chuckles ] Just about had my limit with these distractions. Nevertheless, we should keep an eye on ava. She’s, uh, unpredictable. And, of course, there’s that other loose end we have to take care of — convincing the authorities that esme prince is alive and well and nowhere near port charles. Who the hell are you? I said, who the hell are you?! What do you do — esme. Hello, lover. Miss me?
Want to tell me how you got these bruises? I-I don’t really know. Mm. Was it sonny? Why would you ask that? Let’s just say a concerned citizen told me that, uh, you were kidnapped and assaulted by your boss. Do you want justice? You are so far removed from the man that I once called father that I don’t even recognize you anymore. Well, you… you don’t know what you’re talking about. I know you had one of your employees tortured. This is not about dex. This is about us. You said you wanted to destroy everything that I built. And I gotta tell you that you — you did a pretty damn good job of that. You got the harbormaster fired. You got every major client to stop buying corinthos coffee. I’m looking you in the eye right now, michael. I’m just saying, let’s come to an understanding. I’m past trying to understand you. Okay, we’ve both done things that w-we — we…
[ Sighs ] We have both hurt each other so much, right? But we just watched gladys bury her son. We both know what that’s about. The finality of a life cut short, michael.
[ Voice breaking ] Last time I saw morgan, he was r-running out the door. I never got a chance to — to tell him that I loved him. And I pray to god that he knows, and I’m just… I want you to know that I will always love you. Can we just figure out a way to end this… …so we can be a family again? You know, you can’t just throw the word “family” out there expecting it to erase everything that you’ve done. Maybe not. But it’s a good place to start. Oh! Valentin! Sorry. I didn’t mean to startle you. It’s fine. It’s fine. Okay, so, you said it was important. What is it? I need your help getting into victor’s room. Why didn’t he just call the front desk? Ah, I don’t want him to know about it. I’m sorry. What? It’s a delicate situation. But I thought you guys were, like, thick as thieves these days. Well, maybe that’s what I want him to think. Okay, whatever parlor games you cassadines are playing these days, I do not have the time. I have a lot on my plate. I know that. I know that. I need your help. Mm. And you can’t ask questions for everyone’s safety. For charlotte’s safety. I’m in. I just feel as if I’ve — I’ve hit a dead end. Well, I can’t say that surprises me.
[ Chuckles ] I mean, vic is slick. Oh, he’s cunning. I mean, he has spent his entire life honing his reputation for ruthlessness, and now it’s really paying off. So I take it my contacts didn’t pan out. I just mentioned victor’s name and they — poof — evaporated. They ran scared. Understandable, but disappointing. I hoped one of them, at least, would be up for the challenge. So what’s the next step? This is where you come in.
[ Chuckles ] What do you need from me? A warrant. Esme prince just posted from st. Tropez. Good. Keep leaving those digital footprints of esme’s idyll in the south of france.
[ Sighs ] This mess has already interfered with the plans we’ve been working on for years. This ends now.
[ Sobbing ] You look like you’ve seen a ghost. I thought — I thought that — we thought that — I was dead. Ava sure tried her damnedest when she threw me off the parapet. That’s not what happened. Oh! And how would you know? You weren’t there. I’m sure ava has you all roped into her scheme. I’m sure she spun some tale making herself out to be the victim, even though I was the one being swallowed by cold, dark water. You both left me for dead. I’m sure you celebrated. You got what you wanted… …me, gone. Except I’m not. I’m back. You’re really gonna have to try harder next time.
Trina, I can tell there’s something on your mind. You can tell me. You know you can tell me anything. What’s on my mind feels so trivial with everything else going on. People are dying. And the maniac who attacked you is still out there. You don’t have to remind me of that. But here I am. I’m still alive. And I’m gonna live my life. And you should do the same. Frankly, I’d like to hear about something other than life and death. So tell me, what is going on with rory? Well, he asked me to go to a comic book convention. Mm. That’s cool. Do you like comics? Yeah. But it’s out of town. Oh, I see. That is a significant invitation. I’m not sure how I feel about going on an overnight trip with rory yet. I mean, I really like him, and I do want to get closer, but I can’t help but think about the last time I went on a weekend trip. Oh, no, this is nothing like when you — when you went to sonny’s cabin. I know. Nothing at all. This is — would just be the two of you. I know, but I still can’t shake the feeling that something horrible’s gonna happen. I understand. It’s hard coming back after you’ve been through such a traumatic experience like you have. It’s hard to trust again other people and your own judgment. And… maybe you’re afraid that you’d be leaving yourself open to more — more pain, more hurt. Trina, you have to ask yourself, do you really want to let what esme prince did to you dictate the rest of your life? So, you, uh — you came back here for money. Don’t I deserve something after what ava did to me? While you two got to carry on with your lives, I drifted further and further out into deep water. I thought I was going to die, just like you wanted. No, I didn’t — I didn’t want you to die. I-I searched for you. I mean, I — I know that terror. I had — I had to fight to stay alive when I was adrift at sea. Thankfully, a fisherman found me and put me up in a canadian hostel until I regained my strength. And I suppose the fisherman ran out of money and you couldn’t access your funds. But coming back here — it was a mistake. You should have stayed out of the country. Of course. It’s exactly what you wanted — to get rid of me. I’m talking about the pcpd. They’re looking for you for attempted murder because you drugged that bartender. No, the cops have it all wrong. And they certainly can’t prove a thing. Oz haggarty gave pretty convincing testimony of your guilt at trina’s trial. You know, interestingly enough, he was found murdered this morning. Is that why you really came back, esme? To finish what you started?
[ Crying ] Oh. I-I-I’m so sorry. I think I’ve — I’ve ruined your jacket. What? Oh, no, that’s inconsequential. Now, w-why are you in such a state? Is it morton? It’s martin. No, no. He’s still incommunicado, and — and it’s not him. It’s just me! It’s all on me! Shh, shh, come on. Please, please, sit down. Why don’t you sit down?
[ Sobbing ] I’m so sorry. It’s just… sasha gilmore, she’s one of my partners — her husband’s funeral is today. And I couldn’t do it. I couldn’t face her. So I wanted to bring her flowers. And now it’s too late. No flowers. Fl-flowers? Well, I’m sure it’s not too late. It is for brando! It’s too late for brando! Well, lucy, do calm down. I’m sure johann can deliver the flowers for you.
[ Scoffs ] Has he been drinking? What? No, he’s perfectly sober. Okay. Thank you. That would be very nice. The — the reception is — is downstairs in the gardens. Johann, would you please oblige ms. Coe? Thank you so much, johann. Thank you. There, now. There. Feel better? Yeah, I-I do. N-now that I’m with you, I — I do. Mm. There. Okay, listen, the less you know, the better. But in order to get the information I need out of victor, I want to put a listening device in his room. Well, this room. And that’s where you come in. As co-owner of the hotel, I need you to call victor and tell him there’s a problem with his suite and we need to move him into this suite right away. But why don’t you just put a bug in the room he’s staying in right now? It’s not possible because he has a security guard, johann, who does a daily sweep, but he’s busy. So if we can get victor into this suite right now, I think that buys me a day or two before the bug is discovered. Okay. What then? Well, I’ll handle it, but that’s all I’m gonna tell you right now. Valentin, I know victor is your father, but he’s a very, very dangerous man, and I don’t like the idea of you taking him on alone. Well, don’t worry about me. I’ve got backup. Multiple partners, each playing integral roles. And hopefully that includes you. But I need you to make a phone call. You’re not the same father who put family above everything else. I’ve — I’ve done the best I-I could, michael. No, no, no, you haven’T. Oh, no, I haven’t? No, l-look… don’t forget, I’m a father, too. And I would never hurt wiley the way that you hurt your — how you hurt your children. How do you know that? Life’s unpredictable. How did I know I was gonna lose my memory and live in a town called nixon falls for nine months? This is — this is about what you’ve done since you’ve been back. All your choices have led you here. I mean, t-take ownership of that. No! Put yourself in my shoes! What if — what if wiley thought you screwed up, and he started treating you the way you’re treating me? Would you just give up on him? Or would you do everything you possibly could and hope to god that he met you halfway? Just a few days ago, you thought I was a murderer with a hook. Now you’re all about justice for me? Yeah, things have changed. My source tells me that you were the victim of a serious crime. And it is my duty to follow up on that. Well, I commend your commitment to protect and serve, but I’m good. So you have, uh, no comment on this accusation? Is this an official interview, detective? Well, it can be, dex, if you want me to file charges. Look, man, you were brought in as a person of interest in a series of attacks. Now, I have been told that your boss, sonny corinthos, has turned on you as a result. Is there any truth to that?
For johann bauer. And I know that you’ve been keeping tabs on him, so it can be for unpaid parking tickets, can be anything. Anna, don’t you think I would have brought him in by now if I had something? Oh, he drinks. That’s right. He fell overboard off the haunted star, and the crew had to stop and pick him up. And you know this how? Point is, can you not use that? Say another boater reported it? Intentionally jumping into the water from a passenger vessel would be considered, um, unsafe operation of said vessel… right. Okay. …And would be illegal. Okay. However, you’ve implied that the act wasn’t intentional. I just want him detained. Just bring him in for questioning. The charges don’t have to stick. Great. So not only do we abuse my office, now we’re going to waste taxpayers’ resources for…nothing. Well, I think taking victor off the street is for the greater good. And this is for luke. You know, there’s something about this tells me there’s more going on. Annie, it’s bobby. Tell me the whole story. I want to tell you, but I can’T. So, please, will you help me? Because I am running out of time. That bastard did kill my friend. Okay, I’ll make the call, but this is the last time. This is it. Okay. Am I interrupting something? I just really didn’t know who else to talk to, you know? And martin is still with his mother. And, do you know, I kept thinking over and over that you — you would know exactly the right thing to say. I’ll certainly do my best.
[ Telephone ringing ] Oh. Excuse me. Yes? What is it? Mr. Cassadine? Hi. It’s nina reeves. In case you didn’t know, I am the new co-owner of the metro court, and I am so sorry to bother you, but, uh, we are gonna have to shut the water off to your room. And I know it’s a complete inconvenience, but we are going to have to move you to another suite, at least temporarily. Well, now is just not a good time. I understand that, and I am so sorry for the disturbance, I truly am, but we have no choice because there is a room on your floor that has a leak. And so I will have a staff member up there momentarily to help you move your things. And there is-a and again, thank you so much for your cooperation.
Yes, well, all right, if you’re sure there’s no other choice. And once again, mr. Cassadine, our sincerest apologies. Well… apparently there is some kind of water leak somewhere. They’re gonna have to temporarily move me to another suite. I don’t know, something — something feels off. Oh, you know, that completely explains that I, um — when I was rushing up to you, I, um, saw some maintenance men in the lobby. So that must be why. Um… I guess you need to get ready, so I’ll — I’ll go, you know. Um, I’ll leave you to it, but, um… thank you for everything. I just… I feel so alone. Oh, no. You’re not alone. Look, if you can just wait until I’ve figured this whole room-changing mess out, I promise you I’ll give you my full attention.
[ Sighs ] I’m the one who was left to drown in freezing waters, and you accuse me of being a murderer? I mean, the timing sure seems suspicious, don’t you think, esme? I mean, you show up in town, and the witness who pointed the finger squarely in your direction winds up dead. The only thing I’m guilty of is loving your son and usting you. And while I was in that canadian hostel, that man tried to pin
everything on me. How do we know he wasn’t hired by trina’s people or sonny? Give it a rest, esme. I am done buying the victim act. Oh, come on, nikolas. You know me… intimately. You don’t really believe all of these horrible things about me, do you? I have no idea what you’re talking about. That’s your story and you’re sticking to it, huh? Mr. Corinthos didn’t do anything besides give me a ride home after I was released. Any other questions? Yeah, just one. Are you afraid of retaliation? Retaliation? I know how my father works. Dex, word is you went through something hellacious. You were threatened to keep your mouth shut. I am in a position to make sure my father doesn’t get to you for telling the truth. Whoever told you mr. Corinthos tried to harm me is a straight-up liar. Thanks for your time. And how can I meet you halfway when I don’t even know who you are anymore? Look, you turned your back on everything you once believed in. You keep saying that, that you don’t — you don’t know me anymore. You’ve known me your whole life. That doesn’t count for anything? A lifetime of being a father? I get it, michael. Betrayal, anger, disappointment. I lived with that… my whole life with my father. You think I wronged you. I think you wronged me. It’s like a never-ending circle. But one thing that I want you to know is I still love you. And this has gotta end before it’s too late. We have buried too many people already. Jason. Brando.
[ Sniffles ]
[ Crying ] My father. I don’t want it to be us.
[ Sighs ] Look, dad…
Ashby. My door was shut for a reason. Your assistant said you didn’t have any appointments. I was just leaving. I don’t want to keep you from your work. I believe you were about to make a phone call. Yeah. Be in touch. Deputy mayor ashby. Anna. She’s right. I’m in the middle of something. Your call can wait. I’m here on mayoral business. If laura wants to speak to me, all she’s gotta do is reach out directly. Laura may be working remotely, but she needs someone on the ground to keep an eye on things. Tell me, what was your ex-wife doing here? Well, it was none of your business, but since you stuck your bid in, we’re planning a trip to australia to take our granddaughter who wants to bring her didgeridoo. Now, do you mind? Hmm. I hope that’s the case. What does that mean? Ms. Devane has been known to pull the pcpd into wsb business. Laura confided in me that the two of you were working together on the investigation of luke spencer’s death last year. Spencer was a dear friend. What I do on my own time — that’s my business. We both know that’s not what you’re doing. And I intend to stop it. Ah! Voil! Let’s see. Oh, wow. At least they had the courtesy to pick out a very nice vintage. May I pour you a glass? Uh, yes. After the day I have had, I would love some. Thank you. Please make yourself comfortable. You know, lucy, I consider myself a pretty good judge of character. And although I’m still getting to know you, I’ve — I’ve already recognized that you are a strong… thank you. …Capable woman, the kind who won’t lose her head when the going gets tough. Mm. Well, thank you. Yes, it does serve me well as a woman in business.
[ Chuckles ] Which is why it is so very out of character that a floral arrangement should reduce you to a hysterical puddle. Oh, now, come on. Don’t you know that a scheming vixen, such as myself, every once in a while we just have a very bad day? Ah, but, lucy, you’re not a scheming vixen, nor are you being entirely honest with me. So why don’t you tell me what’s really going on here? You know, maybe you can’t see how much you’ve changed.
[ Scoffs ] You know, maybe you haven’t changed at all. But at least now I just — I just see you for who you are. Don’t back off now, michael. You just called me dad. And I was wrong. You’re not the man that I knew. Not only did you abandon your family, you abandoned your code. You’re capable of anything. You have no right to judge me. Oh. Don’t turn your back on me, michael! Dante: All right! All right! That’s enough! This ends now! Well, you know, your safety’s very important, but it shouldn’t be a motivation for going away for the weekend with your boyfriend. Only you can decide I-if you’re ready to make that step. I’m so confused. In my heart… I feel like I’m safe with rory. I don’t feel like he’ll hurt me. Well, sweetie, that is not insignificant. That says a lot. But what if we go away and that all changes? You know, a lot has happened since you’ve been away. You make it sound like I’ve been on holiday instead of recovering from your wife trying to kill me! You know, trina — she’s been exonerated. And spencer — he’s in pentonville. In an attempt to give trina an alibi, he testified that he broke out of spring ridge. And oz haggarty — he isn’t the only person who was stabbed recently. I mean, that’s terrible. Crime’s really up. Do the police have any leads? The killer used a large hook. Sounds gruesome. It was. Ava was the first victim. But she survived. Thankfully. Ugh. Karma’s a bitch. You know, diane miller was also stabbed. She gave you a pretty tough time at trina’s trial, didn’t she? Eh, don’t remind me. What’s your point? It’s a pretty big coincidence that three of the victims just happened to be people that you thought wronged you in some way. Oh. So you know what I think now? I know what I think. Not only do I think that you’re capable of murder, I think you came back for revenge. So that would mean… you’re next.
Just had a little visit with dex heller. W-why did you do that, dante? Michael, can I talk to you? You’re here for me, not sonny? Dex said you lied about everything. What are you talking about? Look, sonny abducted dex, tortured him to coerce him into a confession, which you all know now would have been false. Michael, this vendetta with sonny has gotten out of hand. Now you’re lying to the police about a crime. What are you talking — hey, look, I talked to you brother to brother. That was — michael, you have a family to protect. This beef you have with sonny is gonna lead you to do things that are destructive. Let it go.
[ Cellphone rings ] Falconeri. Yeah, I’m on my way. Looks like we have another victim. Another s-stabbing? Yeah, wounds consistent with a hook. Looks like we got a serial killer on our hands. So, you two are on your own. The mayor’s office does not oversee the da’s office. But I have the authority to initiate an internal review. It’s called checks and balances. And if I find anything the slightest bit off, I will hold you accountable. Our citizens deserve better. You’re abusing your power, ashby, and wasting human resources on these pointless reviews. We’ll see. Hi. Everything going according to plan? Yeah. Thanks. Robert? Detaining johann.
[ Exhales ] It’s all up to lucy now. That’s the part that worries me. Yeah. Lucy: You know, to tell you the truth, I have had some hard times in my life, um, and I think they kind of shaped me into the woman that you seem to admire. But they also left some scars. And sometimes I just feel so helpless and scared, and I-I just want someone that makes me feel…safe. And you do. Well, I’m — I’m flattered you feel you can turn to me. See, the last time I saw sasha, it was the day before her husband died. And, um, I basically asked her to give up her financial stake in deception, which I thought was the right thing to do at the time, and I still do, but it really, really hurt her. And I couldn’t face her. And then it just started me spinning. I started thinking about my future and what will happen in my life. And, oh, I know that sounds so selfish. It’s awful, isn’t it? Oh, no. We all have fears that can be illuminated by tragedy. Right. Well, I-I just can’t stop thinking about my future. What will happen? Will I be all alone? Hmm. Not if I have anything to say about it. See, that — that’s another reason where I thought I could come to you, because when you talk about your plans and your future, you just sound so confident, like you figured everything out. And I-I find that so comforting. Oh, I-I have my own anxieties. That’s — that’s why I made the plans. Plans. Right. So perhaps, could you just tell me some more of them? It’s really what I need right now. Please tell me, for me? Just for me?
[ Laughing ] I’m sorry. I couldn’t help it. What you’re suggesting is ridiculous. Is it? I didn’t intend to say this long, even though I’ve enjoyed our little chat. Don’t worry. As soon as I can afford to, I’ll be out of your hair. Maybe if you, like, spot me a few grand. You’re not going anywhere. Oh, you’re gonna let me go. Unless you want the police to hear about my little, uh, tumble off the parapet. What tumble off the parapet? Do you think that they’ll actually care when I tell them that you have a connection to three of the stabbing victims? If anything, your alleged fall from the parapet — it might serve to give you motive. Yeah, time to notify the police. You’re not gonna do that. Why the hell not?
Hey. Are you okay? No, not really. Just when you thought this day couldn’t get more brutal, another victim? Sonny, what are we gonna do? Okay, listen, I-I don’t have all the answers right now, but, um, you know, I’m gonna have to tighten security, and you’re gonna have to have your bodyguard for a little while longer. That’s no problem. And thank you for looking out for me. But what about you? How are you doing? You know, dealing with all this after 10 rounds with michael? I can handle it. I can’t believe michael. Lying to the police about you? I never thought he would stoop so low. I hear you lied to protect sonny. Yeah, I told detective falconeri sonny didn’t abduct me or injure me. Well done. We have sonny right where we want him. Anna:
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[ Beep ] Anna, listen, we got a problem. We cannot arrest johann. Now, whatever you’re doing, stop it. This mission’s gotta be aborted, and now. You got this, lucy. Come on. Don’t overplay your hand. So you were about to tell me a little bit more about your plans. And I’m gonna pretend it’s a bedtime story.
[ Chuckles ] So… once upon a time… well, for many years now, I have been working on —
[ Telephone rings ] Ugh! If this is about another room change, I promise I will… yes. What is it now? It’s eileen. We’ve got a problem. It’s your call, trina. If you don’t feel ready to go away with rory, then don’t, that’s perfectly fine. But just know that — that all romance is a leap of faith. You have to be willing to take the chance. I don’t want to miss out on something great with rory just because I’m scared. Okay. I’m ready. I should text him now and tell him.
[ Laughs ] I just want you to be happy and have fun. Get yourself a lightsaber. Too bad I can’t get a real one. Then no one would have to worry about my safety. But at least I’ll be with a cop, so… there is that. Give me one reason I should let you go. I didn’t want to do this so soon, but I’m afraid you forced my hand. You are not gonna call the cops on us. Us? Me. And our baby.
Good morning. Yes it is. I just sleep. Let’s just say I earned my rest. Mm-hmm. Can I just tell you how glad I am that you changed your mind about me? That we no longer just keep it business between us and what can I say? You’re irresistible. Irresistible. I do have to tell you something. I, um, I saw you with Chad last night.
Really? Yeah. And I don’t know, I just thought that maybe somehow. You are into him. He says, I’m not.
That was some night, huh?
Yeah, I go to 9 1 1 Message from Pauline Price. I’m heading over to her office right now. Tell mom I’ll be there by 10. I will tell her I love her.
My.
At least I don’t look too hungover.
Dammit, Ro, why are you not returning my calls? Gabby has the mayor of security looking for you. She’s already suspicious that you did something to Stephanie to make him hate her. You better be in your lab when I get there. Not about to lose her to that bastar.
Okay, Dad, I’ve been thinking about this and first of all, uncle Step
Johnny, your dad told me you moved in last night. We’ll see how long it lasts. Uh, I was glad to hear the sheriff not dead, you know? Huh? Me too. So, so my dad around, I really need to talk to him. No, I’m sorry. You missed him left about 20 minutes ago. Okay. What? What do you think? You don’t know what? Okay, look, let me put it to you this way.
If you don’t find roll by noon, I’m gonna find a new head of security. Okay?
Good morning, sunshine
like sands through the hour glass. So are the days of our lives.
Sleeping in our bed. Ah, I wonder if he thinks it’s just right. Well, good morning. You two are cold. Yeah, well it was quiet a night, right? And we didn’t get much sleep. Oh. You know, Part of me feels like I’m still dreaming. What’d you dream about Teresa? And lucky for me, my dream came true.
So your dad told me what Ava Vitality. . She made a mistake and he’s making a federal case out of it. Come on. Yeah. She faked a marriage so she could steal her dead boyfriend’s stock shares. I wonder. He is furious . He’s not furious. He’s delighted. He found a way to get his myths on even more money that he doesn’t need.
He doesn’t give a rats ass about right or wrong. He would’ve done exactly what a. In a heartbeat. He’s not trying to get his myths on more money. What he’s trying to do is get back something that was stolen from this family. This isn’t about money. This is about making sure that scheming swine, Gabby Hernandez gets kicked to the curb.
What? But you think Gabby Hernandez is a scheming. She’s your wife. Not for long, thank God. But everybody, the two of you, everybody said how happy you were together. How crazy you were about her. Well, I’m not crazy about her now. And you know what? She’s about to get exactly what’s coming to her. Okay. That’s intense.
What exactly did Dr. Roth do to you? Anyway?
All right. Get out of here. Okay. Unlike you, I have work to do. I’m just trying it on for size, squeeze a little needs to be replaced, like a lot of things around here. Okay. I’m calling security. You have no right to. Well, one of us doesn’t, and we both know who that is, don’t we?
Okay, so showing up on my doorstep without giving a heads up. What’s it about this time? Oh, it’s about a promise that was made to me about my dream job. So where is it?
I’m sorry. I should have called before I just coming over here. No, it’s okay. You just surprised me. That’s all. I’m sorry. I just, I wanted to, um, come over before work to, to. Sure. Come on in.
And, and by, by talk. I, uh, actually, I mean, I’d like to apologize for last night. There’s no need. We both had a lot to drink and I’m paying the price for that this morning. Yeah, me too. Um, but I, I, I wanted to talk about No, no, Chad, I know what you were talking about. Look, last. Reality, which I hate had beaten us both up real good.
We were trying to blot it out. So that second bottle of champagne, that was a mistake. Coming here for a nightcap. That was the second one. And then before we did something really stupid, you did the thinking for both of us, and I thank you for that yesterday. I really enjoyed working with you, and I really enjoyed talking to you and.
I really don’t wanna screw that up. Let’s agree that we simply can’t remember a thing that happened since we left Julie’s place. Very good. Uh, spin. You should do pr, , speaking of which, I was just on my way out. I got a message from Paulina last night. She didn’t go into details, but judging from the sound of her voice, it sounds like an asteroid is about to hit.
Salem Pauling of the dramatic, Hard to imagine. You want me to come with you? Yes. I think I could use all the help I could get
So tell us by your dream. Sounds a lot like the one I had. Yeah, me too. You look at the time, I had no idea it was getting that late. Excuse me. Oh God. Hey, would you go’s mind if I use your shower? I promise you I will not use all the hot water. No problem.
You know when he said, Look, at the time he was not wearing a watch, there’s something going on. You’re right. And I know what it is. He’s in love with us. What? What, ? No, No way. Okay. First of all, love is a human emotion, and I don’t think our p Alex has any of those. He didn’t until last night, and that’s what’s freaking him out.
We were so hot that he like totaled, fell in love with that car. Oh my God, Chan. No, what? Wait, we, we were not that hot. And also, you can’t just be hot to have somebody fall in love with you. Like he doesn’t even know us that well. He hasn’t even known us that long to be in love with us. Okay? First of all, we are that hot.
And second of all, he knows us enough. I saw it in his eyes last. And I saw it in his eyes just now, so I know that I’m right that there is love in the air.
Dr. Wolf didn’t do anything. You can’t make a person hate someone, so you hate Gabby. I certainly don’t love her, quite frankly. Can’t begin to wrap my head around why I did if I did.
Surely I’m, I’m not the only one who thinks that’s a pretty weird about face. Oh, no, no, no, no. Plenty of folks have chimed in about it, including Gabby. You know what kid? It’s getting old. Okay, so let me get this straight. Everybody’s saying one thing and you’re saying the opposite. Does, doesn’t that make you wonder why that is?
I don’t understand why everybody’s so surprised. You see, Gabby and I started out hating each other. Okay, so maybe I sat there and I convinced myself that there was more to this relationship than there actually. That sounds like a rationalization to me. You can’t rationalize feelings, but you can’t control them.
You ever seen the man cheer in candidate? Not that that’s one of Ralph’s favorite movies. This has nothing to do with Ralph.
For one thing,
what would Ralph have to gain by making me hate Gabby? Hmm. Hmm. Interesting question.
Wouldn’t be the first time a Damara has hired him to do something that can’t be done.
Mild man’s dead. Mild man inherited his playbook. Look, think about it. Okay? If you and Gabby are still together, she’s got an iron. Damara, but if you side with my dad against her, she doesn’t stand a chance.
Do I need to remind you that you don’t have the votes? We can only sit at a tie, which means I remain in place. Gabby, have you happened to notice that Jake’s widow hasn’t shown up for work this morning? Sorry, sorry, sorry. I. Entirely hasn’t shown up. Jake doesn’t have a widow. That marriage was a fraud.
That not true. They loved each other. That’s totally irrelevant. The marriage is a legal contract, is a fraud. The kind of fraud that puts people behind bars.
Oh, come in.
Good morning, Paulina. What’s he doing here? Hello to you too, Paulina. Your voicemail sounded pretty serious. I thought we’d want the whole team in on. Whatever it is, whatever this is, is serious and sensitive. Okay. Paul, Amy, you. You were the one that recommended Stephanie hire me. I thought that was because you trusted me, but you were right.
We should have called. So if you’d like, I’ll, I will wait outside unless maybe he signs a nondisclosure agreement. If it’s as serious as you say it is, I could use his help. I’m sorry. Sorry. Uh, you know, I’m not, I’m not at my best this morning. I do. I trust you. God knows I need to trust someone. Paulina, can you just tell us what the problem is?
Not until he signs on the dotted line.
This isn’t a great time, can’t it? Wait, sure. Yeah. Uh, from Fairbanks to your doorstep only took me 10 hours. Go to door. Six hours and last row, coach between two biker dudes with boundary issues. So yeah, I’d be more than happy to wait a little longer for what’s coming to me. What’s coming to you? You mean what you want handed to you on a silver platter?
Damningly Dad promised I get taken out of that Grunt it job in Fairbank. I gave you a promotion. You’re in charge of it. In Fair Banks? Yeah. There’s only so much moose a girl can eat. Take it up with dad. He’s the one who wants you there, but you’re the one who can do something. Okay. You have the equipment it takes to get that sexist, patriarchal dinosaur to listen.
I’m just the girl exiled to Fairbanks until I start producing male grandchildren. Look, I told you, this isn’t a good time. Oh, I’m sorry I’m driving. You crazy, aren’t I? In a word? Yes. Guess what? I’m going to keep driving you crazy until you get me my dream. In Salem, the center of all things Damara. It isn’t that simple.
Actually. It is. You’re engaged to the CEO for God’s sake.
If you screwed that up too,
I don’t mean to ring on your delusional parade, but Ava has a valid marriage license, signed, sealed, and delivered . Keep digging that whole for. About six feet deep would do it. You’re whistling in the dark. I’m sharpening my knives. Quick legal lesson. Knowingly filing a forged marriage license is fraud, which means that every subsequent business transaction predicated on that license would be, I think you know where I’m going with this.
Fraudulent to tell so. If the groom signature had been forged, and if Ms. Fatali knew that her taking a seat on the Deir board as Mrs. Jake Deir would be fraudulent, voting his shares would be fraudulent, and if anyone else knew that license was fraudulent. And proceeded to aid in Ms. Tali in her enterprise.
That person would be a partner. And that fraud and equally culpable and all of that would be criminal, which means the minutes of every business meeting since August 31, every corporate filing since August 31, every paycheck cashed and re dividend check cashed , hell, even a $2. Expense account submission would be fraudulent, and all of that would be a public record of criminal activity.
Ooh. It was fun to say all that. Oh, it’s gonna be fun to watch you get thrown out on your ass. Mm. Well go ahead and make that call. You’ll just be kicking the can down the road. Gabby. I have the marriage license and the forensic reports that state that Jake’s signature had been forged, and when I show them both to Ava last night, she caved and then.
Just like that. She sold you down the river and then she said it was all your idea.
Well, now I’m quaking. Ava Fatali is accusing me. Oh, who would question her veracity? Who would ever think she’d try to pin something she did on someone else? Maybe I should call my brother the police commissioner to the stand. He can testify to a sterling character . Well, the trial will be interesting, but that’s not my first priority.
No. Job number one is getting you the hell outta my office. A little earlier you were crowing about folks. Well, now since Ava Ty is no longer, longer entitled to Jake shares, they default to his closest living relative. Vivian ae. Oh, she can’t vote. She’s incarcerated. Good. You know your bylaws, which means you also must know that she has the right to assign a proxy for ho vote even as we speak.
I have an emissary. It states for getting that. Um, how did you put it before sign, sealed and delivered. I want to refu guess which one of your ex. Is going to get the, In the meantime, Ava’s shares now rest with corporate compliance, where the change of ownership is being prepared
rather moves Gabby. It’s check mate, I wonder if you have any idea how much Dhan is going to enjoy being the deciding back that gives you the.
Well, you said you were busy. I wanna keep You have a great day.
Gabby and I are fine. What are you talking about? Oh, for such awan place. Doorsy are pretty thick. Right before I knocked I heard you having a meltdown about Stephan Damara. Isn’t he Gabby’s late husband, or, Uh, It’s not so late anymore. Back from the dead and totally uninterested in Gabby. Oh, then why were you panicking?
I wasn’t panicking, and I didn’t just hit a nerve.
What? Hey, where are you? I need you. What’s wrong? Look, I can’t tell you over the phone. Just get down here. I’ll be right there. I’ve gotta go. Great. I’ll go with you and we can talk in the car about a job. Gene win. I kept my promise. I’m sorry that you’re not satisfied, but then again, you never are.
So why are you so freaked out about Stefan Damara?
Let’s see what the it crowd. Do.
So you think EJ paid Ralph to brainwash me about Gabby. You see there’s a hole in your scenario. EJ would’ve had to have been working with Ralph Long before I was revived, but EJ didn’t know I was. Until Gabby told him.
So the most accomplished liar on two continents acted surprised to see you when you bought it. Okay kid. Look, I don’t know what went on between you and Ava Vitality, but it sounds to me you’re having a hard time accepting, which she did. And so now you’re taking whatever you can find, throwing it against the wall, seeing what sticks.
If I loved Gabby, even if it was buried deep in my subconscious, believe me, I’d know
you still in a mad rush to get outta here. Oh, I’m sorry. Uh, just now you hopped out of the bed like it was on fire.
That was a bit awkward, wasn’t it? Uh, you just seemed a bit overwhelmed as if in the grips of a powerful emotion, and you just seem a little anxious to get outta here. Mm-hmm. . Well, ladies, I am truly sorry if that’s the way it seemed because I can assure you I had an amazing time and you’re both awesome, Alex.
It’s fine. Look, we know why you feel like you have to get out of. I mean, we don’t, Well, I do. Look, Alex, we said this last night, but maybe we should say it again. What happened last night? It was just about sex. It was nothing more than that one time thing. That’s it. And where is this coming from? We were talking and one of us, an emphasis on one of us, Oh.
Thinks that there might be something more. Something more. More as in what? Like, trust me, I’m into you both truly. But that’s not something any of us need to worry about. Told you.
All right. Time to come clean.
I didn’t try to rush outta here because I couldn’t find a way to deal with some feelings. I try to rush outta here because I had a dream, a dream about us. I was covering there a bit.
The dream wasn’t about you guys. I had a dream about Chad Damara.
All right, your, uh, standard nda. Welcome to Look it over. I’m sure it’s fine. And uh, sorry to be so hardnosed to No, no, no. Please don’t apologize. You being hard nose is one of the reasons I decided to vote for you before I signed on with Stephanie. Thank you. So what are we dealing with? Paulina? Something that can undo my entire campaign, but you may not believe this, but that’s not what has me upset.
That’s why I had to ask you to sign that nda. See, it’s about my daughter Chanel.
I’m sorry. I’m not sure I understand. What does Chanel have to do with your campaign? So, um, last night I had a visit from a lawyer named Sloan Peter. She makes EJ look like Atticus Finch. She represented Leo when he was accused to killing my wife. There is nothing she wouldn’t s do to that would be her.
Well, she has another client. She won’t tell me who it is, but she delivered an ultimatum from him, her, but whoever it is, they know something about Chanel like what?
This.
So the dream was actually about Stephanie? Yeah. Last night I had a dream that she was with Chad Damara. So you dreamt that you had a freeway with them? No. No, not at all. I had a dream that this guy had the capability of taking her away from me. But you don’t have her. Yeah. And you don’t know that Chad has her either, Unless of course it’s not that you’re jealous of him being with her, but of her being with him.
No, no, no, no, no. This was a dream. This was a dream. It was. Mixed up. I’m all mixed up. Yeah, it sure sounds like it. Dreaming about Chad when you’re in bed with us. . Yeah. No wonder you were overwhelmed, . Kidding. Uh mm-hmm. . Anyways, moving forward, I had an amazing time with you guys. I’m sorry if it seemed a little weird right there, but I care about you both a lot and an awesome time hanging out.
You’re amazing. Well, I don’t think anything can change that. Good. I do need to get going, but,
But what, for what? I don’t know which one of you guys to kiss goodbye first. Okay. Well let us handle that.
I,
He said, Check me. Check me. Okay. I, I don’t wanna believe it, but I don’t see any moves left. Are you sure he is not bluffing? I don’t think so. I mean, Ava didn’t come in her phone must be for something because I tried to leave her a voicemail and he says he has the marriage license and then proof that it’s for, and.
And what, No, he was laughing. He was laughing about the idea of, of Stephan casting, the deciding vote against me. Just, you know, you’re the only one in my corner. You’re the only one I could trust.
Uncle Stephan, you at least need to think about it. And trust me, you can’t just believe everything my dad says. Well, I see the two of you have finally met. Yeah, we were. Getting to know each other. I was telling him he should watch his back when you’re around, especially if there are any knives in the room.
You’re still angry about Ava, but we’ll have to talk about that later. Gabby and I are now in endgame. Good. Hmm. And as a result, very soon, your financial future is going to be considerably brighter, so perhaps a little gratitude, maybe an order Gratitude. Sadly, I expected that reaction. Look, I know you’re upset about Ava’s, um, duplicity.
I, I am upset that she treated her like dirt dad. But in time, you’ll see I did what was best for all, including you, but mostly you, Johnny, that Batali woman was bad news from the very beginning. Turn the page and next time, perhaps find someone more age appropriate. Ste, your mother’s power of attorney is being transferred as we speak.
If you leave now, it should be waiting for us, a company headquarters. What do you say? Do you feel like giving Gabby Hernandez is a peak of her dismal future? I’d love nothing more.
It’s just so great that you are not dead anymore. Me thinking the same thing.
Well, I can see why you’re concerned and why I had to ask for confidentiality. This Sloan person is just a go between for me and my black mailer piece of dirt going after my kid and I pay it. I would, even if you did, there’s no guarantee they wouldn’t keep asking for more and still release. What, two, three days before election?
Your basic November surprise. So now that we’ve established how this situation is, so God awful, what do we do about it? So we are all good with Alex at Are we good? Less? Uh, why do you ask that? No, we just did something like really crazy. Yeah. and. I don’t know. It was, it was basically my idea. So I guess what I’m asking is did I ask too much?
Uh, I still can’t believe we did that. Well, that doesn’t answer my question. Well, you said last night that you thought that it might make us closer. I think it worked. I think so too. And you know, last night was really hot, but you know what’s hotter? Just the two of us. Sometimes three is a crowd.
And I’m in
gun. I wonder you such a crap password. This is all personal junk. Leave it to lead. I used two separate laptops. Well, this one’s good for us. Just a bunch of pictures of him and Gabby. Don’t superhero cosplay.
What I need to figure out is why you so freaked out about Stephan Amira. I think I need to get that information straight from the horse’s mouth.
Okay. What we need to do is slow down and think we need to find a way to get EJ back in this cage. I keep telling you, he’s absolutely sure he’s. And he’s so enjoying using Stephan as his hatchet man. Look, Gabby, I brought you a surprise.
All right. Sloan’s gonna get back to me at one time to meet. Okay? In the meantime, you and I can start grasping at straws being such. Why don’t you let me take this one, Jen. This is not a minor issue. No, no, no, no, no. Just temporarily. I, I, You should go see your mother. I’ll get all the preliminaries in place.
I won’t make any decisions. You think that’s Sloan? I wouldn’t surprise me. She tries to take us by surprise. Keeps off balance. Well, screw her. She’s gonna find out who she’s dealing.
What are you doing here? I’m here to tell you that you are the biggest hypocrite I have ever met.
Mama I, I got your message. You sounded terrible. Is everything okay?
God, he’s full of himself. This is for the best. Which means it’s the best for him because he is the only person in the universe,
and then slipping into kindly father mode. Find yourself someone more age appropriate.
Oh. So this is what fear smells like. Just wash it. . I told you I would come back with ammunition. I just met the man I sent to see Vivian in the lobby as we arrived. This is her power of attorney and once I handed over to the fine folks at corporate compliance, her proxy shares that defaulted to her. Upon Jake’s death will be granted to staffer.
My advice. Don’t wait for the vote to start looking for another job. I hear buddies, burger bonds hiring. Oh, maybe you could give her a reference. You know her better than any of us. Wish I didn’t . Wish I never laid eyes on. Why? Why? I don’t understand. Why are you being so mean to me? I mean, do we, Were in love.
We, we loved each other. We did you, There must be some part of you that still remembers that. No. Okay. Just look. Look at my, please. Look in my eyes. Okay. Just look at me. Because right after we, we look at each other, we. There must be something in there. Where is it? Where is it gone? Where is it?
I should have admitted it before now, but my pride, my ego wouldn’t even do it to do it. But I’m done with all that now. Now, if we never get outta here, I here anything unfinished. That’s why I’m laying it all out on the line. Line. I care for you. You get me Hernandez, and I’m done pretending. Pretending I don’t.
In addition to playing Carter Hall on the superhero shows, Falk’s starred opposite Tom Cruise in KNIGHT AND DAY, as the villain, Steve Carell in WELCOME TO MARWEN, and recently, SWAP ME BABY, the acclaimed comedy from Caden Butera.
BIO.Falk was born in east Germany behind the iron curtain. After he and his family fled the country Falk was able to pursue his dream of becoming a story teller.
After some detouring that led Falk to become a professional backup dancer and choreographer, he finally landed in Los Angeles and got his first big break in Hollywood with Knight and Day, playing opposite Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz.
From that point on, Falk continued to work on blockbuster films like White House Down, Transcendence and most recently Oscar winner Robert Zemeckis’ Welcome to Marwen.
Falk had the opportunity to appear on Emmy winning shows such as Arrested Development, The Alienist, The Closer and many more.
Eventually Falk put on a superhero costume like so many others to portray Hawkman in the DC television universe.
Despite fulfilling his childhood dreams and achieving his goals, Falk suffered from severe depression. In his search of purpose and fulfillment he was lead to the plant medicine Ayahuasca, an ancient medicine originating in the amazon.
This work opened up a whole new perspective for Falk and he decided to focus his efforts on producing and creating an environment for film makers that brings the focus back to story vs maximum profit. He founded the company Patronage Film together with Firestone heir Charlie Thiel. His biggest dream is to bring transparency, fairness and creativity back to the film industry .
Check out Falk’s 2022 movie, “Swap Me, Baby!”
Lily, an uptight business woman and Philippe, a larger than life French mushroom tripping gigolo are 8 months pregnant. Their therapist recommends a nature getaway at a remote cabin. Their little weekend trip turns into a hilarious adventure when Philippe stumbles upon a magic box that swaps out their souls. Lily and Philippe are tasked with riddle after riddle not only to get their own bodies back but to also get a better understanding of their opposite and what they have to offer as parents.
Ashley: I’m here! Only a day late. I’m so sorry I missed the vow renewal. Come here.
Jack: Why haven’t you returned my calls?
Ashley: Nice to see you, too. I’ve been really busy. And you didn’t say it was urgent. I figured you could tell me what it is when I saw you in person.
Jack: I suppose it’s all for the best anyway.
Ashley: Why? What happened?
Jack: Brace yourself. Tucker mccall is back in town.
Tucker: Hello, nikki. Anything interesting going on in the world?
Nikki: My, my, tucker mccall. You just keep popping up everywhere, don’t you?
Tucker: Yeah, sorry we didn’t get a chance to have a chat at your granddaughter’s event.
Nikki: I don’t think you’re the least bit sorry. You were too busy making a spectacle of yourself.
Tucker: Mm. I wouldn’t put it quite that way.
Nikki: No? How would you describe it?
Tucker: A spirited homecoming.
[ Both scoff ] Memorable one at that, no?
Nikki: Oh, yes. Even when you’re infuriating, you are charming. Some things never change.
Tucker: I should probably quit while I’m ahead. Anyway, don’t want to intrude.
Nikki: Oh, well, don’t stop now. Please. Join me.
Tucker: If you insist.
Phyllis: How’d your pictures turn out?
Diane: Excuse me?
Phyllis: Your pictures. I saw you shooting away during the vow-renewal ceremony.
Diane: Oh, well, they’re — they’re lovely, just like the entire day.
Phyllis: Oh, wasn’t it gorgeous? So much love in the room. Even tucker’s unwelcome arrival didn’t ruin that.
Diane: Yeah. I still can’t believe it.
Phyllis: Yeah. Why’s that? What part?
Diane: Well, the whole thing. Him being back, you know, him — him trying to make kyle and summer’s day all about himself. The whole vulgar and ostentatious display.
Phyllis: Oh, my gosh. I completely agree with you. Completely. I mean, coming down in a helicopter, what was that about? Trying to be james bond or something? I couldn’t understand that. And giving the kids a vintage bentley, as if they’d want a car like that. I just couldn’t wrap my head around that. His reasoning for giving them a car — a bentley, of all things. I couldn’t figure it out. Can you?
Audra: Well. Hello.
Noah: Hey. Didn’t see you there.
Audra: Mm. Then it’s a good thing I saw you.
Noah: Right.
Audra: Let me guess. Triple espresso with the crema scraped off.
Noah: Good memory.
Audra: I imagine you need the caffeine after your big night. Congratulations again on your incredible club.
Noah: Thank you. So, how’s work going? You’re doing some financial stuff for chancellor-winters, right? That’s why you’re in town?
Audra: Mm. Someone’s been paying attention.
Noah: How long you staying?
Audra: Uh, can’t say for sure. As long as it takes to get the job done. I mean, after that, I’ll decide just how worth my while it might be to stick around.
Victoria: Hi. Thanks for meeting me here.
Nate: Yeah. What’s going on?
Victoria: Uh, well, before we get into the main issue, I’m curious to hear about this consultant that jill brought in to oversee the ipo.
Nate: Audra charles.
Victoria: I understand that you’ve developed a personal relationship.
Noah: A work-based friendship. Nothing beyond that.
Victoria: Understood. Um, I would like a more detailed understanding of who she is and what she plans to do to prep chancellor-winters for going public.
Noah: I’ve been working for a while to get to know her and gain her trust.
Victoria: That sounds promising.
Nate: When she first arrived, we kept bumping into each other, you know, became friendly. But I realized I had to watch what I said around her because, as you would expect, she is extremely sharp.
Victoria: Yes, I got the same impression from her when she introduced herself to me at crimson lights.
Nate: Hadn’t realized you’d met.
Victoria: No, it was brief, but the lady does have ambitions.
Nate: Oh, big-time.
Victoria: So, uh, what is it like working with her?
Nate: Hmm. Audra’s thorough. Knows her stuff. Always well-prepared. But, at the same time, when she’s off the clock, she loves to have her fun.
Victoria: Interesting.
Nate: I figure, in time, she’ll become my best source of information to pass along to you.
Victoria: That’s good. It’ll be good that she’s a known quantity instead of this particular businessman that’s problematic that I know that I don’t have to name.
Nate: Are you referring to tucker mccall?
Victoria: If anyone could throw a serious wrench into our plans, it would be him.
Billy: Hey, can I steal a second?
Devon: What’s up?
Billy: I know we’re about to meet with nate and audra, but, uh, there’s something I’d like to share with you both, and I’d rather not wait.
Lily: I assume this is regarding tucker.
Devon: What about him?
Billy: Look, I know this might be a little bit sensitive, but we all have questions about your dad’s sudden re-emergence, so I did a little digging into mccall unlimited and his recent actions, and I’m not happy about what I found. When you can’t sleep…
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Nate: I take it you don’t buy tucker’s story, that he’s here to reconnect with his family.
Victoria: Do you?
Nate: Not so much.
Victoria: Has he reached out to devon yet?
Nate: When I spoke with lily at the office this morning, she said tucker came by last night and persuaded devon to spend some time with him. But it caught devon totally off guard. Which leads me to believe that he and devon have not been in contact.
Victoria: So it’s unlikely that tucker found out about the ipo from devon.
Nate: If he even knows at all.
Victoria: Tucker, I know he’s no longer on the board at chancellor, but it’s safest to assume that he does, and be prepared for him to make moves on the company.
Nate: Okay. So what’s your plan?
Victoria: I think I need to sit down with tucker and suss out exactly what his true intentions are.
Nate: Without showing your hand?
Victoria: Give me a little more credit than that.
Nate: I give you plenty of credit. I am in awe of your business acumen.
Victoria: And you have got more talent than devon was willing to acknowledge.
Nate: Which is what brought me to you.
Billy: Tucker has been on a selling spree. He divested his company of several divisions, increasing his cash reserves.
Devon: And then just randomly shows up in town right when we’re about to go public. That’s pretty convenient timing.
Lily: Yeah, to say the least. You okay?
Devon: Yeah, no. I — I just don’t know what to think about it, ’cause… there’s no issues between me and tucker. He seemed sincere when he said he just came to town to reconnect with people and me and spend time with dominic.
Lily: Well, they might not be mutually exclusive. He could be here to sniff out a business opportunity and then also connect with family. I mean, some people are better at compartmentalizing than others.
Billy: Look, devil’s advocate — it’s conceivable that he’s selling those subsidiaries for a different reason altogether. Might not have anything to do with us going public.
Devon: Yeah, anything’s possible, but how likely is that? I think the smart thing to do, moving forward, is just to keep a close eye on the man.
Diane: I agree that tucker’s gift was all wrong, but it’s obvious why he chose it.
Phyllis: Oh. Really? Please tell me what was obvious. I’d love to get your take on this.
Diane: Well, he made a point of reminding everyone that john abbott had a bentley. You know, clearly, he was trying to score points, calling back the beloved family patriarch, trying to impress everybody with his generosity and thoughtfulness, as if that could erase the bad taste he left in everybody’s mouth.
Phyllis: Right, as if. As if. [ Chuckles ] It’s still such a weird car to give two young kids. That’s all. You know, a vintage bentley. I know a lot of people who would kill for a car like that.
Diane: Yeah, I suppose. Car like that’s always been out of my league. I’ve never driven one, never will.
Phyllis: Really? Oh, my goodness. Well, you should ask the kids if you could just slip in and take it for a drive. I’m sure you’d love it.
Diane: What is it that you’re trying to say to me, phyllis?
Phyllis: Uh, nothing. What would I be saying to you?
Diane: [ Scoffs ] The way you framed that. As if I would use my son or his wife for their car or money. Just — just what exactly are you trying to imply?
Phyllis: Okay. I’m not trying to imply anything, diane. I’m just making casual conversation ’cause I promised I’d be civil to you. I just figured tucker and his car would be pretty banal. You know what I mean? But you know what? Um, I’m sorry I offended you.
Diane: [ Sighs ] I’m sorry I overreacted. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I was just on my way out.
[ Elevator door opens ]
Phyllis: Liar, liar, liar.
[ Elevator door closes ] You are lying, diane, and we’re gonna get to the bottom of this, nikki and I. And then everything is gonna blow up — kww! — In your face. I was taking my antidepressant daily,
Ashley: Wow. We don’t hear from tucker for years, and this is how he turns back up? He lands a helicopter on our back lawn, crashing kyle and summer’s ceremony, and then he gives them a car worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. That’s outrageous.
Jack: Kids were pretty put off by it. Hell, so was everyone.
Ashley: Well, tucker’s always had a flair for the dramatic, right? But this is over the top, even for him. So, how did he seem?
Jack: Full of life, full of himself, blithely unaware of how this might affect anyone at a private family gathering, smiling, saying hello to everyone, as if we’d all seen him yesterday, and of course mentioning that he plans to stay around for a while.
Ashley: Yeah, makes sense. He probably wants to get closer to devon now that tucker’s a grandpa now.
Jack: Yeah, that would make sense. Only he didn’t mention devon or dominic. The only person he asked me about was you.
Ashley: Me?
Jack: He was disappointed that you missed his big entrance. He wants to see you, ash. And he seems convinced that you will want to hear what he has to say.
Tucker: I take it victor told you he paid me a visit?
Nikki: Oh, yes. Yes. He wanted to know what we all do — why you’re back in genoa city and what possible reason you had to come now. I understand you weren’t very forthcoming.
Tucker: Is that what he told you? That’s a little bit disingenuous of him.
Nikki: Well, if anybody’s disingenuous, it’s you.
Tucker: I answered all his questions.
Nikki: Yeah, yeah, yeah. Wanted to meet the grandson, catch up with devon, say your mea culpas to ashley. Have I left anything out? Actually, you know what? Never mind, because I’m not that interested. I would like to share something of my own.
Nikki: [ Laughs ] Wow! Sharing time? I like it.
Nikki: If you are planning on putting roots down here again, there is something you should know. When ashland locke betrayed our family, we dealt with him. In fact, if he had left us alone, he would probably be alive today. But he’s gone due to his reckless behavior.
Tucker: Well, I consider myself warned.
Nikki: Good. Wow, the newmans and the abbotts and many others have to deal with the likes of diane jenkins. But, god willing, she will be on her way out of town soon.
Tucker: And your point is…?
Nikki: There is no place in genoa city for people who want to do harm to the respectable families.
Tucker: [ Scoffs ] “Respectable” is a subjective term.
Nikki: Oh, I don’t know.
Tucker: Diane. Come say hi.
Audra: I wish you didn’t have to run off so soon.
Noah: Busy day and lots to do.
Audra: Or is it that you feel uncomfortable around me? I’m sorry about the way things fell apart for us in london. But you seem to have recovered. I’m glad. I meant what I said at the club opening. Your new friend seems very cute.
Noah: Don’t — don’t — don’t do that.
Audra: Don’t do what?
Noah: Belittle allie. Disparage her. I’m not gonna put up with it, so cut it out, okay?
Audra: That wasn’t my intent. But I’m impressed with how quickly you came to her defense. Sounds like you’re in love. I recognized the signs, given I was once the recipient of that love.
Noah: It’s one of the worst mistakes of my life.
Audra: It wasn’t all bad. Was it?
Noah: It was bad enough that it had to end. So, audra, while you’re in town, however long that may be, I’d really appreciate it if you kept your distance. Just let me enjoy the happiness I found, okay? (Dog barking)
Nate: Hey.
Billy: Hey.
Lily: Hey. Um, okay. Looks like we’re just waiting on audra.
Devon: Kind of surprised she didn’t show up with you, nate. You guys have been joined at the hip lately.
Nate: Well, that’s a wild exaggeration. It’s not my fault we keep bumping into each other. Besides, we have business to discuss.
Devon: Yeah, no, I get it.
Nate: But? Finish your thought.
Devon: I’m just speaking as your cousin. You could probably afford to pull back on your work hours and use that free time to try and make things right with your girlfriend again. That’s all.
Nate: I appreciate where you’re coming from, devon, but elena and I will figure things out.
Audra: I hope I’m not late.
Billy: No, you’re not. You’re right on time.
Lily: Yes. Hello. Okay, now that we’re all here, let’s get started. So, today, we’ll be reading documents that are related to the ipo, but first, I want to inform you two of a new development. It’s come to our attention that there is someone who is taking advantage of the stock offering, with the goal of obtaining a controlling interest in chancellor-winters. So we have to stay vigilant and just maintain confidentiality.
Audra: Are we talking hypotheticals, or does this someone have a name?
Lily: Yes. Tucker mccall.
Audra: Your father?
Devon: Yeah, that’s right.
Billy: Tucker’s been selling mccall industries subsidiaries. Not enough to raise the alarm bells, but enough to be sitting on a lot of extra cash.
Lily: Now, we don’t know anything for sure, but we know his history in business, and he is capable of anything.
Devon: Yeah, exactly. Which is why this is raising such a red flag for me. It makes me wonder, do we need to, like, pump the brakes and put this ipo on hold until we know more information?
Lily: Well, I mean, I don’t see a reason to pull back. We just have to safeguard ourselves.
Nate: Or maybe we should zig instead of zag. Go public sooner, be bolder and more nimble than anyone would expect.
Audra: Throw mccall off his game.
Nate: That’s the idea.
Billy: Or anyone else that might be interested.
Lily: Yeah. I mean, that could work, I guess. Audra?
Audra: I’ll see what I can do to accelerate our timeline.
Lily: Okay. Devon, what do you think?
Devon: I mean, I’m still not comfortable with the whole situation, but… yeah, sure. Nate’s suggestion could work.
Lily: Okay. Well, let’s keep our eyes and ears open because we cannot let our guard down. Agreed?
Nate: Constant vigilance. Absolutely.
Diane: What on earth are you two doing together? What, did you — did you call me over to referee? Because after the stunt you pulled yesterday, I don’t know. I think I’d have to give this one to nikki.
Nikki: I can fight my own battles, thank you.
Tucker: Nikki was just sharing her thoughts about my unexpected return. And yours, too.
Diane: Oh?
Tucker: Sit down. Yeah, what are the odds that the two of us would wind up in genoa city at the same time? Especially since we’re both back from the dead, so to speak.
Diane: I have no idea what you’re talking about.
Tucker: Oh, you two didn’t hear that I was almost killed in a car-racing accident in europe?
Diane: [ Scoffs ]
Tucker: I swear to god! No, I-I was. Okay. I got a little too enamored of fast vintage cars. I entered some races, I entered a few more races. The next thing I know, I’m being pulled from a burning car in monte carlo, or what was left of it. Yeah, I was lucky to survive, and I spent weeks in the hospital. It’s eye-opening, isn’t it, diane? To face one’s mortality.
Nikki: Well, diane didn’t face death. She pretended to be dead.
Diane: Yes, yes, yes. I faked my death. I was horrible and irredeemable and all the other nasty things you want to say about me. But that was the past. And, thankfully, some other people have open minds and open hearts, and they’re allowing me to move forward.
Yes. And I commend you for that. You’ve made a lot of inroads.
Nikki: Wait a minute. You’ve barely been back for two days. How would you know that?
Ashley: I can’t make any sense of it. I haven’t heard or spoken to tucker since he left town, and that was years ago. And I’ve tried very hard not to think of him much since.
Jack: And you shouldn’T. I don’t trust the guy. The sooner he is out of town, the happier we will all be.
Ashley: Jack, why do you feel so strongly about this? I mean, I know that tucker likes to play games, but he is the reason why we got control of jabot back, and the two of you were never mortal enemies anyway.
Jack: I am forever grateful that he kept his word and sold jabot back to the family, but he put me through the wringer before that, and I suspect the only reason he went through with the deal was because of you.
Ashley: I know. He wanted to score points and get me to marry him.
Jack: And he was never deserving of you. He treated you atrociously, and I will never forgive him for that.
Ashley: Yeah. I remember when he decided that he needed to do right by me and he was very earnest and quite convincing, until he proved once again that he’s not capable of being faithful. I can’t imagine the humiliation. I was cheated on not once but twice by him — once diane and then harmony, and I was so furious with him. But you know what? I think I was angrier with myself for thinking that he would actually be different the second time around. What was I thinking? I worked very hard overcoming the pain and the loss of all that. And… well, whatever love I felt for tucker mccall just kind of burned itself up, you know? I mean, there was nothing left.
Jack: Which is why I told him you have absolutely no interest in seeing him.
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Lily: Okay. Well, I think that covers everything. Audra?
Audra: All set on my end.
Lily: Okay, perfect. Well, good meeting, everyone.
Devon: Yes.
Lily: Nate, are you around later this afternoon?
Nate: That’s the plan. Although, right now, I do have a meeting outside the building.
Lily: Oh, yeah, go. Don’t let me keep you.
Nate: Catch up with you later.
Lily: Okay. Bye.
Billy: Later.
Devon: Hey, I’m headed to crimson lights. Would you like to get some coffee with me?
Audra: Uh, sure. I haven’t had my caffeine quotient for the day.
Devon: Well, we’ll fix that. I’m just gonna drop something in my office, and we can take off.
Lily: All right. Bye, guys.
Devon: See ya.
Lily: Thank you, by the way, for turning in that information on tucker. I would love if you could stay on top of it, just investigate it further, see if there’s any potential connection between him and the ipo. And since he has ties to the abbotts through dominic, maybe you can hear something that way.
Billy: Yeah, sure. Whatever you want.
Lily: Well, I mean, if you don’t want to work on this, then you don’t have to.
Billy: No, it’s fine. I’ll do it.
Lily: That’s different than wanting to do it.
Billy: Okay. Why are you not taking yes for an answer? I said I would investigate it, and I will. I will investigate it.
Lily: Okay. That’s not what is happening here. This is about you.
Jack: Why would you agree to meet with tucker? You don’t have to put yourself through that.
Ashley: Thank you for being so protective of me, jack, but I can handle him just fine.
Jack: I have no doubt about that, but if he wants to get back together with you and you have zero interest, why would you even give him the privilege of seeing you?
Ashley: Do you really think that he came back just for me? I mean, just because he wants to rekindle a relationship with me? Because I don’T. And I know for a fact that things are never that simple with tucker mccall.
Jack: He is absolutely up to something. I have no doubt in my mind.
Ashley: We agree on that. I think it’s very interesting that he shows up in town just a few months after diane did. Yeah, I think there’s a connection. I do.
Jack: Okay. You are entitled to your venom toward diane. But try to remember, after the two of them had their unfortunate fling, they couldn’t stand each other. And his name was right alongside ours as a possible suspect in diane’s murder.
Ashley: You’re absolutely right. However, stranger things have happened than adversaries becoming allies with the right motivation.
Jack: My, are we jumping to conclusions today.
Ashley: Well, I’m not concluding anything. I mean, I am looking at things from all the angles. I mean, you know, maybe I’m a little curious as to what tucker’s real agenda is. Aren’t you? He wants to see me, so maybe I’m the perfect person to find out exactly what it is.
Jack: Clearly, you’ve made up your mind. I have one thing to say — good luck.
Tucker: Well, I have eyes, nikki. It’s obvious diane has made a lot of progress with the abbotts, with her son in particular. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have been at the ceremony.
Diane: Yes, both kyle and jack have been very kind. I’m even working for marchetti, which is under the jabot umbrella.
No kidding. You know, I would love to pick your brain about how you managed to come so far. You’ve gotten all these people who matter to you to give you a second chance I’m facing a similar dilemma myself.
Diane: Why would I help you with anything? We haven’t spoken in years, and the last words we did exchange weren’t friendly.
Tucker: Well, I was hoping maybe you would empathize with my situation.
Diane: Oh. Well, if you want empathy, hire a therapist or get a dog. I do not have time to counsel you.
Nikki: Any advice diane may have would be malicious anyway. There is absolutely nothing sincere or honest about her. Although, considering how morally flexible you both are, you two might bond over all kinds of shady things.
Victoria: Thank you.
[ Cellphone rings ] Hello?
Nate: I have another update.
Victoria: Oh, well, that was quick.
Nate: We just finished another meeting on the ipo. Lily, devon, and billy are all concerned about tucker’s latest moves. He’s been selling off divisions, stockpiling cash, which has everyone on high alert. So the good news is, they won’t see you coming.
Victoria: Well, the bad news is, our friend is sounding more and more like a genuine threat to my plans.
Nate: I suggested we go public sooner to stay one step ahead of him. So that means you need to be ready to move faster than we originally planned.
Victoria: Good to know. Thanks for keeping me posted.
Nate: [ Sighs ] How long have you been standing there?
Elena: I heard the end of your conversation. And I can guess who you’re talking to and what you’re talking about.
Nate: We can’t keep doing this, elena. Look, I already know what you’re going to say.
Elena: No, you don’T. Can you just hear me out?
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Devon: Thank you for joining me.
Audra: Ah, thanks for the invitation. I assume this is business-related?
Devon: Uh, not quite. No. I, uh — I respect jill’s recommendations, but I wanted an opportunity to get to know you a little bit better myself outside the office, just the way nate’s been able to do.
Audra: I’m not sure what you mean.
Devon: Oh, just what I said. You know, we’re all working together on this ipo deal, and you’ve shown that you’re great at what you do. But I really don’t know much else about you beyond what’s on your résumé.
Audra: I hope you don’t mind me speaking freely.
Devon: No, not at all. Go ahead.
Audra: I get the sense you’re concerned about something, perhaps because of the dynamic I’ve noticed between you and your cousin. Is there a problem there?
Devon: What would make you think that?
Audra: I am highly skilled at reading people. And since you wanted to know more about me, you can list that as one of my strengths. It rarely fails me.
Elena: At first, I believed that if I kept telling you why I thought you were wrong that eventually you would see my point of view and that you would understand that everything that I was saying was coming from a place of love. And I hoped that that love would be enough to get you to change your mind.
Nate: I do love you. But —
Elena: I know. It’s not enough. So this time, I don’t want you to stop this because of me or because of us. I want you to do it for yourself. I have already pointed out how this arrangement with victoria could hurt people. But it could also hurt you, too.
Nate: I’ll be fine.
Elena: I don’t know about that. You know how they operate. Victor says it all the time — family first. And he damn well means it. No one breaks into that inner circle.
Nate: Okay, but this is different. I have leverage, and I trust victoria.
Elena: Yes. You’re friends with victoria. But victoria, first and foremost, is the C.E.O. Of newman. And right now, victoria’s goals align with yours. But if her needs change after she gets what she wants from you, she could let you go without a thought. Then where would you be, after betraying devon and lily? Think about it, nate. Is it really worth the potential downside?
Phyllis: Hey, jack. Okay. Do you have a second? I compiled a list of the potential supply issues that marchetti home might have. At your request. Looks like the logjam —
Jack: Could you just send me an e-mail? Thanks.
Phyllis: Sure. No problem. Are you okay? Um… you need somebody to talk to? I’m that person. Seems like something’s on your mind. Or, actually, should I say someone? Tucker?
Jack: Yeah, it’s tucker. And not just because of the antics he pulled yesterday at the house.
Phyllis: What’s going on now?
Jack: Ashley’s back in town, and much to my dismay, she has decided to meet with him. And I think she’s making a terrible mistake.
Nikki: Cat got your tongue, diane?
Diane: Nope. You were just trying to bait me into another argument in a public place, and I’m not going to give you the satisfaction, nor am I going to keep defending myself to you. Oh, I think my order’s here, so I’ll be leaving.
[ Cellphone chimes ]
Tucker: Excuse me.
Ashley: I hear you’re looking for me. I’m at home.
Tucker: Well, nikki, this has been delightful, but I have to get going, too. My best to victor. Thanks for the coffee.
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Lily: Please make sure we’re not interrupted. Thank you.
Billy: Can we talk about this at home, lily? We’ve got a lot going on right now.
Lily: Yeah, I know, but I don’t think that anything is more important than this. I mean, we’ve been dancing around this for months. You don’t even seem interested in your work anymore.
Billy: I’m doing my job.
Lily: No, I know you’re doing her job, but that’s not what I’m talking about. I mean, there’s something fundamentally wrong here. I mean, you say that you’re committed to this company, and, you know, you’re resolved at being my C.O.O., But it really just seems like you’re just marking time. You know, it seems like you’re kind of just doing what I want you to do rather than following your own bliss. Billy, please, just be honest, okay? Just tell me what’s going on. I-I-I need to know.
Billy: I mean, I think you’re right. I’m trying to be that guy. You know, your — your right-hand man, and it just doesn’t seem to be working. And this is such an exciting time for this company, and I’m walking around thinking, “what’s the point?” I see you and I see victoria and I see jack, and you love being a C.E.O., And you’re so excited about all the victories and the big and small challenges that you get to decide upon. And, for me, I’m just not sure if it makes any sense. You know, bigger, faster, stronger. I’m not sure if that’s my direction that I should be following. And it’s getting pretty tough to try and fit into this world and have some sense of fulfillment. It’s getting hard to pretend that that’s ever gonna happen.
Lily: Mm.
[ Breathes deeply ] Okay. So, I mean, what? What do you think is your path, or what do you think is the right thing for you?
Billy: I wish to god I knew.
Phyllis: I understand that you would have a problem with tucker being back in town. Definitely. I mean, do you think he has some secret plot brewing? I mean, that wouldn’t surprise me.
Jack: Oh, he’s up to something, all right. I can smell it from here.
Phyllis: Huh. Well, ashley can take care of herself, that’s for sure. What exactly has you on edge?
Jack: Tucker claims he wants to make amends with her.
Phyllis: Does that scare you because you think it’s the truth or you think it’s a lie.
Jack: Either way, it bugs the hell out of me. He thinks he can win her back by asking for forgiveness. He can’T. And I hate that he’s taking up any of her time. She doesn’t have time for his asinine games. This is where you tell me, “don’t give it a second thought, jack.” That you agree with me that she would never do such a thing?
Phyllis: Oh, no, I’m not gonna say that. That would be hypocritical of me. ‘Cause I always hang on to the hope that forgiveness is possible.
Tucker: Hi. Thanks for agreeing to meet me.
Ashley: You gonna come in?
Tucker: [ Laughing ] Wow. You look beautiful. You haven’t changed a bit.
[ Breathes deeply ] Uh… I know this is gonna sound hollow at this point, but, um… I’ve missed you. I’ve dreamt of this day for a long time.
Ashley: Please spare me the compliments and the pretty speeches. Why are you really here, tucker?
Mireya, thank you for that. And we have never met them before and in learning about them, I’m not surprised that the this place looks great. Huh? Yeah. Oh, wow. Look at… oh. That’s a beautiful photo of brando. Yeah, planning the post-funeral reception is the least I can do for sasha. Thank you. Yeah. Okay. I see the way you’re looking at your dad. Just keep telling yourself that this day is about brando and for us to help out sasha and gladys any way we can. Yeah. Yeah, you’re right. Come on. Thanks for letting me ride with you guys. Austin’s at the hospital, and I didn’t want to be alone. Yeah, of course. I knew the garden would be the perfect place for the reception. We got a perfect autumn morning. Right? How you doing? I’m okay. Thank you for coming. Yeah, we wouldn’t be any place else. Come here. The funeral was very touching. Whatever you and gladys need, we are all here for you. Okay? Thank you.
[ Chuckles softly ] Wow. Everything looks beautiful, nina. Thank you. Of course, brando would be the first person to say that you shouldn’t have gone to so much fuss. Can just hear him.
[ Knock on door ] Joss. What are you doing here? I-I could ask you the same thing.
[ Knock on door ] Jordan: Come in. Hey. I got your message. It sounded important. It is. Oh, was there a break in whoever attacked diane and ava and killed brando corbin? I was just at brando’s funeral. And other than diane telling us the attacker was a woman, we don’t have very much. But that’s not why I asked you to come by. Read what’s inside this envelope. Your future depends on it. I have a very busy day ahead. I have to figure out what I’m gonna be doing now that I’m — I’m closing the gallery. So I’d really appreciate it if we could wrap this up. …The location… portia, I’m feeling really well. You know, my wound is — is — is almost healed now. So is there — is there something else wrong with me? On it.
[ Chuckles ] Thank you, amy. Portia? Wha–
[ Chuckles ]
[ Door closes ] After everything I’ve been through, whatever it is, I can take it. Counting our blessings, are we? I was just reviewing some documents. Hmm. I assume you’ll soon be adding another important document to that safe of yours — your finalized divorce decree. But, of course, you insisted on hiring your own lawyer. So I hope he’s filed all the paperwork correctly. I said I would handle it, didn’t it? Forgive me, but I’ve seen how you “handle” ava — signing a false confession to murdering esme. You know, that little mea culpa of yours could have sent you to prison for life if valentin hadn’t gotten it away from ava. Now, fortunately, your ridiculous romantic gesture won’t be coming back to haunt us. And neither will esme prince. May she rest in peace. Okay, guys. You can take him.
[ Police radio chatter ] Dead body of a john doe on pier 55. Apparent stab wound. No driver’s license or id. Hopefully we’ll know more once the M.E. Takes a look.
[ Static crackles, radio chatter ] Thanks.
I’m so grateful to you, nina, for all the trouble you’ve gone to. I-it’s no trouble at all. You thought of everything, right? Like brando’s favorite drink. Beer. Root beer.
[ Laughter ] That was always his favorite. Ever since he was a little boy. I, uh — I can’t watch this anymore. I’m gonna get a drink. Do you want anything? I’m good. Thanks. You, uh — you alright? No. No, I’m not. Hey, willow. Here’s a club soda. Drink up. Doctor’s orders.
[ Chuckles ] Sonny: Can we all just gather around? Uh, raise your glasses. I want to make a toast to — to brando. Brando was an incredible son. A kind and loving husband. He left us way too soon. He had a — he had a big laugh.
[ Chuckles ] But most importantly, he had a big heart. To brando. To never be forgotten.
[ Glasses and bottles clink ] Why aren’t you at the hospital? Then I couldn’t be here to let you in. Huh. You know what I mean. Look at yourself. You’re covered in bruises from what sonny did to you. Yeah, I’m a little sore. A little? Okay. I-I hurt everywhere. Especially my wrists. It could have been a lot worse if you hadn’t shown up. Never really got the chance to thank you for rescuing me, did I? Well, it looks like the divorce papers are all ready to go. There’s a receipt inside the envelope that proves I submitted them to the court. I want you to keep that. I don’t need a receipt. I take you at your word that they’ll be filed. Now we just need a court to sign off… and, um, we’ll officially be divorced. I’d feel better if you held onto the receipt. It’s something you can show portia since I botched things the first time around. Right. Jordan, this is what doesn’t make sense to me. You’re one of the most organized people I’ve ever known, so it just doesn’t add up that you would misplace the original papers. What can I say? Nobody’s perfect. I think I proved that during our marriage, right? Jordan, it takes two people to make a marriage and two people to mess it up. Now, let’s be honest — I think we both know that our marriage was over long before we signed those papers. Maybe for you. But not for me. Physically, you are recovering just fine. But as your doctor, it’s my job to treat the whole patient. And, ava, I want you to take care of yourself. To be honest, I-I’m — I’m a little bit worried about your well-being. Trina told me that you closed your gallery, and I know that that was far more than just a business to you. Well, actually, that — that’s your fiancé’s fault, really.
[ Chuckles ]
[ Chuckles ] How is that exactly? Uh, curtis came to see me, and he told me that he was worried about trina working in the gallery with some serial slasher roaming around. And — and he was right. As much as I hated that I won’t be working with trina for now, I… I have to do whatever I can to protect her from any future repeat attack, right? Yeah, and I think you did the right thing. I think you did the right thing for trina and for you. But I need you to know that working at your gallery was far more than just a job to trina. And I never got to thank you for arranging the fellowship at the chuck for her. Well, that — that was curtis’ idea, actually. I just made a couple of phone calls and gave trina a sterling recommendation, which she earned. Yeah, I just feel badly that — that trina seems to resent curtis for setting that in motion. She said she already has one protective father looking out for her. Right. Okay, well, if there isn’t anything else, I really have spent more than my fair share of time at G.H. Lately. Okay. There is just — just one more thing. I-I just want you to make sure that you are focusing on keeping yourself out of harm’s way, okay? A-and since the gallery is off limits, at least you know you’re gonna be safe at wyndemere, right? Esme is lying in the bottom of the harbor, courtesy of your wife. And no one need be any the wiser. Despite your ridiculous attempt to take the blame for the murder in order to woo ava. So you just proceed with this divorce as planned… and no more confessions in the name of love. Are we clear on that? Nikolas: “I, nikolas cassadine… of sound mind and body do hereby acknowledge and confess that I, and I alone, am responsible for the disappearance of esme prince. I know this because I killed her.” The means? My own two hands. Victor: Nikolas. You always were a poor judge of women and a — a fool for their charms. So I want you to tell me the truth. What else does ava got on you? Esme: Bad for you, oz. But good for me.
[ Sighs ] This won’t get me through today. Wyndemere… here I come.
I am no longer living at wyndemere. I’m happy that nina has offered me a place to stay, stay with her. I’m grateful for that. And plus there’s the added benefit of knowing that sonny’s looking out for nina, so… which means that he’ll be looking out for you. Yeah, well, you know, as avery’s mother, sonny does want to keep me safe. Well, good. You know, I’m glad that you have someplace — someplace to go, but, um… but what? Ava, you know I have no love for nikolas or his son spencer. But I do know that you’re still in love with your husband, even after everything that’s happened. And I just hope, for your sake, that you really finally leave nikolas and never look back. I gotta say, I’m surprised to hear you say that. But I’m with portia now. I know. All I’m saying is, is I never made it a secret about how I felt. I was ready to fight for our marriage if you had been. I couldn’T. By that point, there was too much damage — too much damage for me to even try again. Too many secrets. Too many lies. I’m a former cop. I know that some of the deception comes with the job. But not all of it. No. Not all of it. And you’re a man who values honesty above everything else in relationships. Look, I’m not trying to say I’m holier than thou, but in my book, if you can’t trust the person you love, then who can you trust? And you’ve found what you’re looking for in portia. Is that a question or a statement? I really, really do want you to be happy, curtis. I hope you know that. Then why do you make it sound like there’s a reason we won’t be? Is this your look for the day,or are you gonna button that?
[ Dex groaning ] Uh, just gonna grab a — grab a t-shirt. Hey. No. It’s — it’s fine. I’ll do it. The wrong button there, but… thanks. You can thank me by making sure sonny never does this to anybody again. Thank you. Nina. A word, please. Olivia. Please. Not today. For sasha’s sake, please. I ju– I just wanted to say this is really beautiful. The setup. It’s — it’s tasteful. It’s lovely. It’s really — it’s really well done. Thank you. Appreciate that. How are you feeling today? I am hanging in there. Good. Okay. Don’t look now, but nina is watching us as if we are stealing the silverware. What’s nina’s problem with us? She saw us hug the other day at the hospital, and now she has it in her head that we are having an affair. She what?! Yeah. Don’t let it get to you. I don’T. It seems nina judges everyone by her own shabby standards. Hey. Sonny: Hey. Look. I just want you to know that I-I’m still here for you. Okay? Whatever you need. You may regret that offer.
[ Chuckles ] No, no. Never. I keep trying to remind myself that brando’S… not alone. He’s got — he’s got mike. It’s just — it’s still really sad. Yeah, brando was too young to die. But, you know, I see sasha and how she’s handling this so well. I admire her courage. Makes me more determined than ever to find out who did this. Maxie: Sam? Yeah. Oh. Sorry. Um, can I borrow you for a second? Yeah, sure. I’ll be back. Hm. So, I, uh, hope your investigation leads to the actual perp. Unlike our father. What? What are you talking about — sonny? How you doing, gladys? I can’T. Can’t do it. I can’t be brave like sasha. You know what? It’s normal. Brando was your only child. That hu– nothing hurts like that. I can’t fill up my mind with other things and forget. I don’t think that’s what sasha’s doing. I think she’s, you know — she’s holding it together for brando’s sake, ’cause that’s what
he would have wanted. I keep thinking about when I came to town to see mike… and I told everyone brando was dead. I couldn’t stand to admit that I was ashamed of him and his addiction. And then one day he showed up. I was given a second chance. My son and i had a chance to have the kind of life that our cousin sonny had. A picture-perfect marriage, beautiful, loving children. You had it all. Well, looks can be deceiving, you know? Time has proven that. Nothing in life is guaranteed.
to let you knowI made a decision this morning. Best thing for me to do going forward is pack up and go back to bridgeport. Gladys. I’ve known you to be a lot of things over the years. A little greedy, a little selfish. But one thing I’ve never known you to be… is a coward. Hey. Thank you both for coming. Of course. Molly had to get back to the courthouse, but she wanted me to pass on her condolences. Oh. Tell her I said thank you. Will do. Hey, tj, I know that you and brando had a little falling-out, but it meant a lot to him that you guys patched things back up. I just wish that you had more years of being friends. But nothing lasts forever. Can you give us a minute? Sure. I’m okay, willow. It’s the day of your husband’s funeral. Nobody is expecting you to be “okay.” I’m just sorry I haven’t been around more for you. I — I understand why you stayed away. You do? You didn’t think that I could handle you having michael and wiley and a baby on the way.
[ Sighs ] I’m just happy for you, willow. Your life is pretty perfect. Nina, I appreciate youpulling out all the stops today for sasha, and I’m not surprised, considering my uncle curtis is one of your biggest fans. I feel the same about him. What I don’t understand is why you’d stick your nose in and suggest something’s happening between willow and me. I know you and portia love each other. It’s plain to see whenever you’re together. The two of you have done more than just buy a house together. You’ve done everything you can to create a family. And not just for the two of you, but for your dad and aunt stella. And don’t forget about trina. Even though she’s away at college, living in the dorms, our house is her home, as well. No. Of course. And it’s because of trina that —
[ Sighs ] Because of trina what? What about trina?
[ Telephone ringing ] I need to take this.
[ Ringing continues ]
[ Ringing stops ]Commissioner ashford. What? When did this happen and where? Okay. I’ll be right there. Thanks. What’s wrong? We have another victim. Have you guys heard? It happened again. No, we haven’t heard, nurse driscoll. I’m just trying to get my patient safely home. What happened again, amy? A john doe was just brought in. Another guy is dead after being stabbed. According to the coroner, he was likely attacked by the same woman with a hook. They weren’t able to identify him, but I recognized him right away. Because he’d been a patient here not that long ago. Well, who is it?! That bartender guy who testified at trina’s trial.
[ Elevator bell dings ] Oz haggerty? Wai– ava. Ava? Don’t you think we should talk about this? No. I-I have to go. You just don’t get it. It’s not about what ava has on me or what I have on her.
[ Scoffs ] Well, tell that to the young lady ava pushed over the parapet. Ava swears that it was an accident. Well, fine. Say that I, uh — say I believe here. Do you really think the police would? Or a jury? Ava had just discovered you had slept with your son’s girlfriend. She was out for revenge on esme. And to frame you for the crime… would be an act of love. Ava didn’t twist my arm. She didn’t threaten me. I proved to her that she could trust me again in spite of the terrible mistake that I made with esme. I earned ava’s trust by putting my life in her hands. And I did it willingly, with my eyes wide open. But you can’t understand that, can you, uncle? I can understand you’re acting like a damn fool. It’s sad. Despite all of your conquests… you’ve never really been in love.
Gladys. You can’t cut and run. You got to be here. For sasha. You got to be strong for her. ‘Cause brando can’t be. Now, look, look. You know, listen to me. Sasha has been through — she has — she has lost a child and her husband. No one knows that kind of pain. Only you do because you have lost a son and a grandchild. You got — you got to be here for her. You guys got to be here for each other. Today, the next day, and the day after. I wish I was as strong as you think I am. But you’re not gonna have to do this alone. You’re not gonna have to grieve alone. I’m gonna be here for you. You know, brando used to come to me… for advice. Not for tuning up engines or — or business. He thought I had all the answers. But the thing is, you know, I told him I didn’T. He used to come to me and he’d say… …”how can I be a better… father, a better husband?” And I’d say to him… “there’s nothing more important than family.” Success. Power. Money. And I-I just want you to know that you’re always gonna be part of my family. Of course, family’s the most important thing. A lot of money doesn’t hurt, though, right? That is the gladys that I know.
[ Laughs ] Ohh. I-I know my life might look perfect, but it’s not. Is there an issue with the baby? Oh. No, no, no. No. The baby’s fine. Then, willow, is there an issue with you? No, no, no. I’m fine. It’s just, um… it’s just not all smooth sailing.
[ Sighs ] I get it. You lost harmony not long after you found out that she wasn’t your biological mother. That’s a lot. Right. You know, if this year has taught me anything, it’s that good things and bad things can happen at the same time. Which is why I feel so fortunate to have a friend like you. And I hope that never changes. No. Never. Tj, whatever is going on with your “friendship” with willow, I’m just giving you a friendly warning. Take it from me. You do not want michael corinthos as an enemy. Did the pcpd have a legitimate reason to suspect dex heller? Well, I can’t talk about the details of an ongoing investigation. But, yeah, dex was brought in as a person of interest until diane told us that her attacker was a woman. Why? Well, before diane made her id, sonny took matters into his own hands and almost played judge, jury, and executioner. Look. If you don’t believe me, go talk to dex. I already told you. I don’t want to get the cops involved. Yeah, but you didn’t tell me why. You’re not a fugitive, are you? No. Not afraid to incriminate yourself in your own kidnapping and torture? No. So then why are you protecting sonny? You hate your stepfather. Okay? I-I get it. And you don’t? He’s not my favorite person at the moment, no. Listen. So many people, so many good people have been protecting sonny for so long. Someone has to take him down. You sound like your brother. How do you know I sound like michael?
[ Sighs ] They changed the locks? Like that’s gonna stop me. I will not be schooled in the art of love by a man who bedded his son’s ex-girlfriend because his own wife wanted nothing more to do with him. I’ve experienced real passion, the kind you’ll never know.
[ Chuckles ] Are you talking about what you had with liesl obrecht? No, I believe that’s called obsession, not passion. And she clearly wants nothing to do with you. What ava and I have, now that happens once in a lifetime. Wait, wait. Don’t you mean “had”? Your divorce is well under way. Oh, you can force me to divorce her. But the way I feel for ava, that will never —
[ Door rattling ]
[ Thud ] Wha–
We’re supposed to be here honoring brando and supporting sasha and gladys. Okay? Can you put this on hold for today? Just today. Look, look, look. Dex was brought into the pcpd for questioning. Sonny shows up to get him out, then dex and sonny, they leave together. And dex, he disappears for 48 hours. Okay, you know our father as well as I do. Where the hell do you think dex was? I want to thank you. Everything is just so lovely. No need to thank me. Well, then maybe I can repay you like this. I know everyone thinks I’m self-absorbed. And let’s face it — sometimes I am. But I’ve seen the strain between you and michael. I spent two years trying to make things right with brando. We were almost there. And then I ran out of time. Don’t make my mistake. Don’t think you have forever to make things right with michael. Do it now. It’s no big secret whenever I’m with sonny and we run into michael, he goes after him with both barrels. And, you know, I gotta say, t-the way boss keeps his cool with michael attacking him, it’s impressive. It sounds like you admire sonny. He looks after the people he cares about. This? This is sonny looking after the people he cares about? I didn’t say I like it. I just said I get it.
[ Sighs ] Don’t you see? That’s exactly what he’s doing. He wants you to be able to give him the benefit of the doubt. Dex, he’s never gonna do that for you, okay? You need to quit his organization right now before you get in any deeper. Who says I want out? The john doe at the morgue has been identified by a previous stay at G.H. Name is oz haggerty… I didn’t expect to see you here. Jordan asked me to come by to show me a new set of the divorce papers. They’ve officially been filed. So it won’t be long now, huh? Too late to back out now. Thanks. Talk to you soon.
[ Receiver clicks ] Uh, don’t you two have a wedding to plan? Oh — yeah, we do. But if there’s anything you need to help find this attacker, you know, we’re here to help. Sadly, the files are getting thicker and thicker. The only thing we have to go off is that diane said the attacker is a woman, so we really aren’t any closer. There is something that three of the victims have in common. What’s that? My daughter. Don’t touch me. Listening in on keyholes, are we, now? Oh, don’t flatter yourself. I have absolutely zero interest in what you and nikolas talk about. What are you doing here? Oh, I-I just wanted to tell you that there’s been another fatal attack. This time, the victim was that bartender, the — the one who esme tried to keep from testifying for trina. Thank you for the update. But, uh —
[ Chuckles ] You could have just called with the news. I was just gonna come and get some of my clothes. But never mind. If you would, could you please ask the staff to pack up my things and have them sent to nina’s? Perhaps I should come with you just as added protection. Suit yourself. Nikolas: Ava. Thank you. For the warning. You know, on second thought, thank you for the offer, victor, but I can take care of myself. Oh, I have no doubt about that. But it is a wicked world out there.
What was the combination? Spencer’s birthday.
[ Beeping ] Who the hell are you?! I know it’s been a very difficult day for everyone who loved brando and who loves sasha. Michael, make sure that willow gets home safe and gets some rest. I can take care of myself. Tj, could I get a ride with you? Of course. Michael: Thanks, tj. I’ll see you at home, alright? Okay. Nina, can you give me and michael a minute? I’m — I-I want to have a conversation with my son. I-I don’t know how, but trina is the common denominator. I mean, first there was ava, a-and she isn’t just trina’s boss. She’s her mentor and supported her the whole time during the trial. And then there was diane miller, who came in when scott baldwin had to step away. And she was brilliant in defending trina the best way she possibly could. And now oz haggerty? It was his testimony saying that he sold the black-market phone to esme prince and not trina that proved trina’s innocence. Yes, at first glance, your theory makes sense that there’s a pattern, but what about brando corbin? Is there a connection to trina that I’m not aware about? He’s the only exception. Trina barely knew brando. Unless… unless what? Unless brando wasn’t the attacker’s real target. Josslyn jacks had just been in that same alley outside charlie’S. Josslyn is connected to trina. Josslyn: Well, just so you know, next time sonny turns against you, do not wait for me to come rescue you. There might not be a next time. Yes. There will be. Sonny will betray you, just like he’s betrayed everybody else. And I just really hope you can see the man he really is before it’s too late for you.
[ Door closes ] Son of a bitch. I’m gonna go get some water. Okay. So, um… gladys shared something with me that I… I-I wanted to share with you. She said it’s too late to make things right with brando, but she thinks it’s not too late for us to make things right. And I — and I took that to heart. Lo– okay. Can — I just want you to hear me out. I want to make things right between us. Whatever it takes. How can I help you, detective? I want to ask you some questions about what happened between you and my father after brando corbin was killed.
You’re here about a scandal involving my daughter. That’s right. As a courtesy. Okay. . Look, Ms. Peterson. You and I both know you’re not here out of any kind of courtesy. You’re trying to stir up trouble. Well, that’s not going to work because it’s a matter of public record that Mylan killed Ray Coates. And not only do I not come back away from that, I am committed to exposing and dealing with the pandemic of domestic abuse in this country.
You can spare me the campaign rhetoric. It’s not rhetoric, and don’t try to twist my words. I don’t and never will condone vigilante justice. Yes, Christ. Look, Lonnie, she was wrong, but she owned up to it and now she’s serving time. Justice was served and that’s not our scandal. It’s, it’s a tragedy. Yeah.
Well, that’s all well and good, but I wasn’t talking about Bonnie. I’m talking about your other daughter, Chanel.
I think we should have that threesome with Alex c I hope we’re not keeping you from anything important. No, no. I was just having a cheeseburger with my brother just Will told me that Sunny is out of the hospital. Yep. He got discharged a couple hours ago. Great. So he’s He’s all good. Yeah, he’s good. He’s great.
Yeah. Well, now that we’ve established that, it’s great. That Sunny’s great. You wanna tell me why you guys called me over here? Yes. Yes. We would love to tell you why we called you over here, Chanel. How? How would you put it? Hmm. I thought you put it beautifully when you came up with the idea in the first place.
Right? Well, Right. All right. I again, um, am mind telling me what the idea is or No? Of course. Um, Chanel and I, we were wondering if maybe, um, if you were still up for it,
And I would like to take you up on your offer,
Chad. Yes, Stephanie. I have to, I have to ask you something serious. Okay. You can proceed. Um, I know you said you were trying to move on from Abigail the ass, but is this the kissing just now? Is that too soon? I think we should get outta here. We could have a nightcap at my place. That sounds perfect. The only thing is I don’t think I can drive
We either, I think I’m over. I, I,
I think this calls for a ride. I couldn’t agree with you more.
You were never married to Jake, were you? This marriage certificate is a total fraud and And we have your word for that, right? Oh, a hell of a lot more than my word. As I told you, I had a team of handwriting experts go over this document and they all conclude that Ms. Fatty signature was. But Jake’s has been forged.
You inherited that guy’s contact list. You, You could have hired a team of experts to conclude that the earth is flat. Hmm. I could, but I didn’t. Monia Renee Droy of the Cty is prepared to testify. Oh, and how’d you get him to sign on? You got his grandkids locked away in a Dara dungeon, Some. You need to be very careful.
You know, I should have known, I should have seen this coming. It’s always a warning sign when you started acting like an actual human being. You did all these supposedly nice things for just to what? Pulled a rug out from under her over some stupid signature. Oh, I assure you, Johnny, my boy, It’s over a hell of a lot more than that.
Like through the hour class. So are
all right. All right. So what’s the rest of it? You see you have more than a signature? Sadly, yes. My team of detectives were finally able to track down the person at City Hall who entered Jake and Ava’s marriage license into their system. And it was long after Jake was already dead. Ava already explained all that.
Oh, you mean the inordinately? Long time it supposedly took to process. You see, the funny thing is, All the documentation for the marriage was generated after Jake was already dead, including the application for the license. So believe me, son Jake was already lying dead in the morgue at the moment. It was so called Blessed Union with Ava.
Is this true? And were, were you married to Jake or not?
No. No, I wasn’t.
Are you sure This is. My dad stays with my mom at the hospital, so we’ve got place all know ourselves. Um, how about that? ICAP Scotch? Yeah. Okay, great. Well then sit down, make yourself at home. Take your shoes off
my offer. What was my offer? You know the thing that we talked about a time before, I mean, we talked about a lot of things before. Yeah. But the thing that you said the three of us could do together, you wanna take the drive to the Wisconsin Dells together? I mean, it’s a little bit after the season, but I heard they had indoor water slides.
Oh, really? Yeah. I did not know that. Well, they have this like climate control system. It’s supposed to feel just like. Right. But you know, I do wonder what that does to the environment. Really. I really, This is the offer that you wanted to talk about that we invited him over for a glass of wine to, to discuss and plan a trip to the Dells.
Well, maybe we should all do a duck tour. Wait, maybe they’re not ecologically sound. Yeah, I don’t think we’re talking about the Dells. It seems to me that if you can’t bring yourself to use the word threesome, then maybe you’re not quite ready for one
good offer.
Jake and I weren’t married. That is not his signature on the certificate. Mm. Think about it, Johnny let it sink in. Your uncle wasn’t even cold before. She’s brun into action. She mourned his passing by, devising away to claim his family inherit. Was it a simple ceremony, a just you, the dead groom and his stock portfolio,
So it was all just a lie? No, no. I loved Jake and he did ask me to marry him a day. As a matter of fact, on the day that he died, he, he said we could have a long engagement that he wasn’t going to pressure me. And I was just, I was insecure about Gabby, you know, I was wondering if he really was over her and he knew that, he knew I was worried about that, which is why he wanted to make the commitment.
He wanted to prove that what we had was real, so, So when I finally said yes, he just ran, He ran over to the jeweler and he got me this beautiful ring. The jeweler went ahead and threw in the wedding bands for free
So when you saw him lying that, that you just slipped it onto his finger? No, it wasn’t like that.
What was it like?
It was Gabby’s idea. And I just did what you told me to.
Okay. Look, if this is about her being bisexual, the days when that was a scandal are, thank God, long over. So I stand with my daughter as I stand with the entire LGBTQ community. So maybe, yeah, perhaps. Little scandal is that she’s now with the twin sister of the man. She’s just divorced. If you would, let me explain Ms.
Price. This has nothing to do with Chanel’s relationship with Allie Horton or her marriage to Johnny Damira. I’m not here because of who your daughter associates with. I’m here because of something she did. I have to say I’m a little taken aback why it was your idea. Hmm. No, I remember. And that it was my idea.
I’m taking it back that you remember too. It’s you plural, right? We are all on the same page here. All three of us talking about the same thing. Yes. Yes. Unless you are no longer interesting. No, no. I never said anything about me not being interested. I just remember saying that maybe we could explore other things together.
But I also remember you telling me that hell would freeze over before you took me up on it. So what made you change your mind?
Cheers. Well, what are we gonna drink to that we haven’t been drinking to all day . Um, how about. To where the night takes us. I like that. It is very to the point. Sucks in sucks ink. That’s what I said. Sucks in tined. . Succinct with a T. It means to the point. I know I’m kind of auc reductive. Red redundant.
Okay, wait, so what was our toast again? I don’t know. I forgot. Um, wait. Coming back to. To where the night takes. Yes. Cheers.
Sorry. Don’t be.
So Gabby put you up to a, Why am I not surprised? I don’t understand.
I was at the hospital. And Kayla had just told me that Jake had just died. And I asked if I could see him, if I could go into his room. And I was in there and I was trying to say goodbye. And that’s when Kathy came in two comfort, bereaved, right. Did you two good Catholic girls say the Rosary watch.
Come on,
Gabby. You told me that your father was coming and that he was, he was gonna get his hands on. Jake shares two vultures circling the caucus. I was in shock and I was grieving. Gabby wasn’t, She was calculating. No, you’re right. She was. She was calculating. She was cold hearted and she was just trying to get his money.
Remind you of anyone. AJ
Touche.
So Debbie, um, she convinced me that now that Jake was dead, that I put nothing. You’d have your memories. Would you just let her talk,
Johnny? I was scared. and I was alone and
shape wanted to marry me. It’s what he wanted. And so his , those rings were still in his pocket and I.
I slipped one on his finger and I slipped the other one on mine, and then Gabby said she’d take care of the rest. And as always, she was as good as her words.
Okay. I’m talking about an incident that happened while she was at college. Perhaps this will refresh your memory.
I think that’s a valid question, Allie. Well, Us inviting you over. It was kind of my idea. And you’re on board with that? Mm-hmm. ? Mm-hmm. , totally. It’s just Chanel and I recently, we’ve been, I don’t know, we’ve just been going through a rough patch and we feel like we’re being bombarded by all of this outside stuff, and it’s leaving us feeling less close, less connected than we wanna be.
And you. , maybe bringing somebody else into the mix might fix things. I think that we thought of it more as an, an adventure, something exciting that we could share. Right. Yeah. Really it’s, it’s not so much about the other person, really. Not at all, but more so about the two of us sharing something together.
not about the other person at all. Noted. And that is flattering. Okay. Not about the other person emotionally. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. And look, when you first brought this up, which was what the, like first time we met you, hey, Aw, we just thought that you were in it for a good time. Mm. Yeah. And we, we wouldn’t wanna try it with anyone who might think of it as something more.
Yeah. So that’s why we thought of, Ooh, because I’m so shallow. Well, how would that be? The save of the moment? Oh, that’s better. Thank you. And hey, you’re single, so there’s no one that would get jealous unless there’s something going on between you and Stephanie.
I’m sorry.
Let’s cut on my bracelet. Sorry. Okay. Okay. Yeah.
Okay. I can’t do this.
I’m sorry.
What do you want, Ms. Peterson? It’s not what I want. As I said, I’m here on behalf of my client. This is obviously about what they want, and that is, I’m sure you’ve realized that if the contents in this file were to become public, your campaign would be over and you would’ve absolutely no chance of becoming governor.
So $24,000 question. Who’s your client? That’s not something you need to know. I’m here to act as a facilitator. Perhaps some kind of arrangement could be made. What kind of an arrangement? I believe a financial one would work. So financial arrangement turns out to be a euphemism for black male. Tomato.
Tomato. Tell me Ms. Peterson. What’s that? I like down there at the bottom of the barrel. Me and Stephanie. We know she told you you didn’t have a chance with her. What if that’s changed? No, nothing’s changed, especially after what I just saw. I went by Julie’s place. Mm-hmm. . And I saw the Ice Princess Stephanie pretty much sitting on Chad Dara’s lap.
So since it looks like she and Chad are gonna make a night of it,
if you too want to take me up on my offer, I say hell yeah. To do it.
I’m sorry. Uh, I, I don’t, I wanted to come here and now, uh, now I can’t go through there. No, it’s okay. Uh, no it’s not. I’m. I’m sorry. I hope you, I hope you understand that it has absolutely nothing to do with you. In fact, I really enjoy hanging out with you. I was really great. I just can’t do it. It’s okay.
We, we both are in really bad places right now. You’re missing your wife and I’m worried about my mom and Chad. Spending time with you was great for me too, but I, I don’t wanna just have sex with you to forget that I’m scared outta my mind about my mom. Okay, so then we just filing under a very bad idea.
Agreed.
Well, Gabby certainly did take care of everything, didn’t she? To both your mutual benefits. Look, I can’t defend what I did, but if I was going to have any second thoughts, EJ shut them down. As soon as he showed up at the hospital, he went full ceo. He wasn’t there to say goodbye to his brother. He was there to proclaim that he, EJ Jamara was, was in charge, right?
He he was. He was next of kin. He was head of the family executor of the will. He was in charge. But you were there ahead of me, weren’t you? And even then, you had to know that you couldn’t keep up this scam forever, that the truth would finally catch up with you. And today is that day.
Yeah, you’re right aj. It is time I paid the piper.
I am sorry that I lied.
I don’t care. It doesn’t matter to me. Doesn’t matter. It doesn’t matter that she used your uncle’s death to steal what didn’t belong to her. Oh, you shut up. She hasn’t done anything close to the crap you’ve pulled and says, So what? Well, why shouldn’t she get some Jake’s money? The Deras have more money than they know what to do with the damir is due.
Not you, . Oh, well thank you. Thank you father for reminding me.
Look, I could see how upset you were about my uncle Jake. I could see how much you loved him. So, so you let me believe that you married him. You never lied me about anything else. And that in this house is a very rare thing, but as we all know, all good things must come to an end. What are you doing? If you think I’m doing?
I’m calling the cost. I have to know where to start, Why a fraud, identity fraud, corporate fraud. Oh, I will also need to check out if you filed on, uh, Jake’s Life Insurance. Anywhere you look at is if you’ll be going away for a very long. So I’m gonna get the ball rolling on this show. No. Okay. No,
I don’t like being threatened. Ms. Peterson, I’m not threatening you. I’m simply explaining to you your options. You can just check your options and just shove them where the sun don’t shine. If the voters can’t understand that my daughter’s actions don’t reflect on my own, then hey, you know, perhaps I am not the right candidate for the office.
Well, I did enjoy your profiles and courage moment, but this just isn’t about you think what could happen to Chanel and her freedom should this information become public?
To one of the best nights of our lives, Jeff. Cheers. Hm. Whoa,
one of the best nights of our lives. Trust me, I think this is going to be incredible, which means it’s gonna have to be repeated. Mm-hmm. , Oh, you are pretty sure of yourself, aren’t you? I didn’t necessarily mean repeated with me, but once you do this once, you don’t wanna do it again. Oh, so you’ve done this before?
Millions of times. All right. Twice. Twice. But it was amazing both times and I got a feeling this time is going to be even better.
So how do we start?
Is that okay? It was definitely okay.
Dad, don’t do this. Look, Ava went. She made a mistake. She was grieving and she did something stupid. Son do. You can’t get emotional about things like this. Look, I know that you care about now you like to call me son? Yeah, you like to call me son. You like to tell me how much you love me? Well, if you love me as much as you say you do, you will put that phone it.
Five. I won’t send her to prison. Thank you. As long as she leaves Salem immediately and never returns,
you can’t be serious. I’m deadly serious. Your bags are in the foyer. I told Harold not to unpack and knew you wouldn’t be.
This is, this is ridiculous. Like you don’t have the right to just, just send her away. It’s okay, Johnny. I’ll go.
Well, I’ll leave the boat with you to say goodbye and I mean, goodbye. Ava. Not a rivere.
Need to keep this in a spot.
Chanel’s Freedom. That doesn’t exactly look legal, does it? You might wanna take a closer look at. Don’t worry. I’ve made copies of it all, so I’m happy to leave this here with you. Why don’t you take the night to think about it and then get back to me. Okay.
I should call a. Jack’s watching the kids. I should probably make sure my kids haven’t torn the house apart. Good idea,
Chad. I I was just thinking that it’s probably best that we didn’t sleep together on the very first day I hired you. Yeah. Are we okay? Are you kidding? We got all the awkwardness outta the way tonight. There’s nowhere to go but up. Okay.
We’ll see how work tomorrow. See you tomorrow.
Kiss me.
It’s love, love, love.
It’s love, love, love. It’s love, love, love.
Is that all you have to say?
That was hot. Yeah, it was. And I’m dehydrated. I need a drink. You need a drink?
Round two. Oh,
you okay? Oh, I am better than, Okay. How?
I love,
I love.
Tell mom I love her and dad try to get some sleep.
Stephanie Polina Price. Call me as soon as you get this. I need to see you as soon as possible. We’ve got a big problem.
Paper. No. Hey, this is crazy. My dad can’t just drive you out of town. He’s not the sheriff of Salem. No, but he won’t have any problem talking to the police commissioner. It’s not exactly my biggest fan look. Besides there’s, there’s nothing left from me here.
Almost. That’s, Look, I’m so sorry that we’ll never know what could have been. Maybe I should come with you.
It’s sweet of you though. But it’s best that we part ways here.
I love nothing but like memories.
Well, I see the vis sled off to find a new Nest . I bet you’re pretty pleased with yourself, but I will make you pay for this if it’s the last thing I.
Ridge: Oh, it’s happened, it’s done. We’re back together. I’m never leaving you again.
Taylor: ‘Kay, I’m gonna believe you. Because you’re right here. In my arms.
Ridge: Back where I belong. I love you, doc.
Taylor: I love you, too.
Steffy: Oh, my god.
[ Phone ringing ] Hey.
Thomas: Hey, uh, I’m back at granddad’S. Why aren’t you calling me?
Steffy: Nothing new to report. Mom and dad still aren’t here.
Thomas: Well, that’s good news, though, right?
Steffy: I’m not sure.
Thomas: There’s only one reason dad would’ve gone to aspen. It’s to reclaim his life with our mom. Nothing else makes sense.
Steffy: I hope you’re right. I just can’t handle dad going back to brooke again.
[ Brooke sighing ]
Brooke: Oh, great. Wifi’s out.
[ Sighing ] I’m coming, ridge.
Steffy: It’s not dad I’m worried about. Him being here speaks volumes. It means he must want to be with her. I just don’t know if she’s going to say yes at this point.
Thomas: You don’t really believe that.
Steffy: That’s what she said. And it sounded like she meant it.
Thomas: Well, in the moment, maybe. But not when dad’s right in front of her telling her that he wants to be with her.
[ Donna and eric speak softly ]
Thomas: Um, I gotta go, okay? I’ll call you later. Or you call me, you know, when you find something out.
Eric: Thomas? Your father’s in aspen. Did you know about that?
Thomas: He’s with my mom.
Eric: Yes.
[ Brooke sighing ]
Brooke: Oh, how much longer? Why did you go to aspen, ridge? Not because of taylor. It can’t be.
Taylor: Turns out thomas and steffy were right. We do belong together.
Ridge: Don’t let me lose sight of that ever again, okay?
Taylor: Oh, I’m not going to let you lose sight of it. You can count on it.
Ridge: Can i hold you to that?
Taylor: You can hold me any time you want. Look at us. We did it. We really did it. When you can’t sleep…
Thomas: Yeah, ever since my mom came back to L.A., I knew this day would come, the day when my dad finally opened his eyes and saw what was right in front of him.
[ Donna scoffs ]
Donna: You mean my sister? His wife?
Thomas: No, I said my mom. You know, his past and his future.
Donna: Okay.
Eric: Look, I understand that you and, uh, that you and you sister want to see your mother and father back together. I get that. I understand. But I’m a big champion of ridge and brooke. I would be very careful about getting my hopes up too high. You could easily be in for a big disappointment.
Donna: One thing I– I know for sure, thomas, is that brooke and ridge, they always end up together.
Thomas: Not this time. Look, I’ve seen the connection between my parents. It’s always been amazing, but lately it’s just grown and grown, a love more undeniable. I think the time for my parents has finally come. And my dad has realized that he really loves my mother.
[ Donna sighing ]
Donna: Well, I– I can only hope that you’re wrong.
Thomas: I get it. She’s your sister. You’re always going to be team brooke. All right, look, this– this is gonna hurt her. And her seeing my dad finally go back to my mom, it’s going to be a big blow to her ego. But brooke’s resilient. She’ll come back. She’ll find another guy. She always does. And look, everybody’s going to end up happy. My dad will finally be with the love of his life.
Pilot: Gonna ask you to buckle up. We are starting our descent into aspen.
[ Brooke sighing ]
Brooke: Soon, ridge. I’ll be there soon. And you’re going to come home with me.
Ridge: I don’t want to forget this moment. So I’m going to go ahead and take a little mental picture of it right now.
Taylor: Okay. I’m gonna do the same thing.
Ridge: You are?
Taylor: Yeah.
Steffy: Dad? Oh, my– oh, my god. What? What am i seeing right now?
Ridge: You wanna tell her? You tell her. You– you wanna tell her?
Steffy: What is going on?
Ridge: I– I came all the way to aspen to have a moment alone with your mother.
Steffy: And? Don’t keep me in suspense. What’s going on?
Ridge: And… it turns out that moment was the first moment of the rest of our lives, together.
Steffy: Are you serious right now? Mom?
Taylor: He is telling the truth. Your father’s back home.
Steffy: Oh, my god. Is this for real?
Ridge: It took a lot of convincing and a lot of running… which was not…
Taylor: Oh, well, you know what? You should– you can keep up. I gotta keep you in shape.
Steffy: Look at you two. This is a landmark moment for our family.
Ridge: Hey, hey. Thank you. For being such an amazing woman. And for being patient enough to give me another try at this. You’re my life, my love. My home.
[ Ridge laughing] (Vo) red lobster’s finer points of fun dining
Donna: Wow. You really don’t think much of my sister, do you?
Thomas: No.
Eric: Don’t do that, thomas. Don’T.
Thomas: Wha– what would you rather I do? Lie? Look, your sister, she took a wrecking ball to my entire family. And the universe is finally righting itself now. My mom will finally have the future that your sister stole from her.
Eric: And he always does. Don’t underestimate how much they mean to each other.
Thomas: This time’s different. I can feel it in my gut. My dad’s done. His mind’s made up.
Donna: I wouldn’t count out my sister.
[ Thomas chuckling ]
Thomas: My dad is ready to be with someone he can trust. Someone who would never betray him. My mom would never betray him. They’re ready for their life together. Brooke’s his past.
Eric: But one thing I’ve learned, it’s never too late for brooke and ridge.
Pilot: I’m so sorry for the delay, mrs. Forrester. I hope you still have time to get to where you’re going.
Brooke: Ah, yeah, me too. Thank you.
Steffy: I can’t believe I’m looking at this right now. This is amazing. I was so afraid this wasn’t gonna happen. Especially after mom said she wasn’t gonna go through with it. Go back to dad if he asked.
Ridge: What?
Taylor: I– I– I did say that. But this is one of those rare times that things just, things just kind of work out the way that they’re supposed to. You know? Because I didn’t want to give up on us.
Ridge: You could’ve fooled me. She had me chase her up a mountain. Who runs up a mountain? Who does that?
[ Steffy laughing ] This is like a dream come true. I am so incredibly happy right now.
Ridge: I am, too. I just feel like everything is in balance again. And I just, I miss this. I need it, I think.
Taylor: Yeah, I told you so.
Ridge: I know. You’re smarter than I am.
Taylor: I’m smarter than you when it comes to you. You just need to get used to that. Gotta listen to me.
Ridge: Yes, ma’am.
Taylor: Oh, my god. Look at this, he’s on his best behavior. “Yes ma’am?” Wow!
Steffy: I’m gonna call thomas.
Taylor: Oh, that’s a good idea.
Ridge: Do the video thing.
Taylor: The video thing?
Ridge: What do you call ’em? The video thing.
Taylor: Video chat.
Ridge: You know, video chat.
Taylor: Whatever.
[ Phone ringing ]
[ Thomas chuckling ]
Thomas: What’s going on?
Steffy: See for yourself.
Taylor: Hey baby.
Ridge: Hey son!
Thomas: You guys look…
Taylor: Uh, happy.
Thomas: I hope that means what I think it means.
Ridge: What do you think– maybe you should tell him.
Taylor: I think you should probably say–
Ridge: Nah, it came from you. It would be nice–
Taylor: No, he’d like to hear from his dad probably, you know?
Thomas: Guys, stop with the torture, already.
Ridge: Okay. Well, we’re– we are…
Both: Back together.
Thomas: Seriously? Oh, that’s amazing. This is– this is the best news ever!
Ridge: Yeah, we think so, too.
Thomas: I’m so happy for you.
Taylor: Yeah. I wish you were here to celebrate.
Thomas: Me, too. But seeing your smiles, the way you’re glowing, the love you’re not hiding anymore.
Thomas: Ah, this is great. Congratulations, dad. After everything you’ve been through, glad you finally came to your senses.
Steffy: Amen to that.
Ridge: I’m going to spend the rest of my days being humbled and grateful that this woman gave me another chance. There’s nothing like volunteering
Eric: Douglas doesn’t have to do his homework.
Thomas: What? Granddad, he has a test tomorrow.
[ Douglas laughing ]
Thomas: You.
Douglas: I got you with the app, again.
Thomas: You have got to stop playing with that thing.
Douglas: Dad, it’s just an app.
Thomas: It’s not just an app. It’s something I keep asking you not to do and then keep doing it.
Eric: Douglas doesn’t have to do his homework.
Douglas: You said it.
Donna: I thought I heard you down here. What?
Eric: I did not say that.
Thomas: Okay. You need to stop playing with that thing and you go do your homework.
Douglas: Dad.
Thomas: Now.
Douglas: Dad.
Eric: Thomas, these phones are scary.
Thomas: Yeah.
Eric: All right. Any word from aspen?
Thomas: Uh, actually, I just got off the phone with them. You’re not going to like this. But my parents are back together.
Donna: What? That can’t be.
Thomas: Literally why they called to tell me.
Eric: So, brooke did not get there in time.
Donna: Eric.
Thomas: Brooke didn’t get where?
Eric: Brooke found out that ridge was up there. So she chased after him and well, obviously, um… well, she should be there by now.
Thomas: Yeah. Thanks for telling me about that. I guess it doesn’t really matter. From what I heard, it didn’t seem like brooke was there. She’s irrelevant, anyway. This is about my mom and dad reclaiming their relationship. You know, steffy and I knew it. You know, my dad just– just took a little detour. But he’s back now with my mom. You know, I– I don’t think I’ve seen him as happy as he was on that call, ever. It’s like this– this massive weight had been lifted, the weight of brooke holding him and our family down for much too long.
Steffy: Oh, my gosh. Did you see thomas’ face? He was, like, stunned and not, all at the same time.
Taylor: Yeah, he was so happy. You know? You kids, you– you saw what we couldn’T.
Ridge: Or wouldn’T. Or little bit of both, maybe.
Taylor: Yeah, I think so. You didn’t give up and you wouldn’t let me give up even when I– I did not think that there was a chance for us. So, I ran. Which is what I do. I ran from L.A. To aspen. And I ran a lot when you got here.
Ridge: Yeah.
Taylor: Yeah. If I’m being honest–
Ridge: You’re still a little scared, I get it.
Taylor: Yeah.
Ridge: Well, I’m going to make a promise in front of my beautiful daughter, I’m going to protect your heart from now on.
[ Taylor sighing ]
Taylor: I’m going to go upstairs. I’m just gonna–
Steffy: I get it. I’ll come up with you.
Ridge: I’ll, uh…
Steffy: Yeah.
Ridge: Yeah.
Brooke: Ridge! What’s going on?
Ridge: What are you doing here?
Brooke: What are you doing here?
Ridge: Taylor…
Brooke: Taylor, what?
Ridge: Taylor and i are back together.
Brooke: What? I– o– okay. I don’t know what happened. You’re going to have to explain this. Is– is– is this bill? Is it deacon?
Ridge: It’s all of it. All– all of that. It’s– it’s you and me. It’s my family with taylor, it’S… I– I can see things clearly now and I am where I need to be.
Brooke: With taylor.
Ridge: Yes.
Brooke: No. No, ridge. Look, I don’t care what promises were made. You can take all that back. It’s you and me. We are meant to be together. This isn’t the end of our love story.
Sloan informs Paulina that she has information about a scandal involving her daughter which Paulina questions. Paulina argues that they both know she’s only here to stir up trouble and says it’s not going to work because it’s a matter of public record that Lani killed Ray Coates and she doesn’t back away from that. Paulina adds that she’s committed to exposing domestic abuse while she will never condone vigilante justice. Paulina argues that Lani owned up to it and is now serving her time so justice was served and it’s not a scandal but a tragedy. Sloan then reveals that she wasn’t talking about Lani, but about Paulina’s other daughter, Chanel.
Alex is at Allie and Chanel’s apartment having wine. Allie thinks back to suggesting the threesome to Chanel. Chanel says she hopes they aren’t keeping Alex from anything important. They talk about Sonny being out of the hospital. Alex then asks why they called him over. Allie says they’d love to tell him but then calls on Chanel. Chanel reminds Allie that she came up with the idea in the first place. Alex asks again what the idea is. Allie then informs him that they would like to take Alex up on his offer.
Chad and Stephanie kiss outside of Julie’s Place until Stephanie stops and says she knows he said he was trying to move on from Abigail, but questions if this is too soon. Chad thinks they should get out of here. Stephanie invites him to his place. Chad says that sounds perfect but notes that he drank too much to drive. Stephanie relates to being over the limit so they decide to call a ride as they then continue kissing.
EJ accuses Ava of never being married to Jake and says the marriage certificate is a total fraud. Johnny questions taking EJ’s word for that. EJ reveals they have a hell of a lot more than his word since his handwriting experts all concluded that Ava’s signature was real but Jake’s was forged. Johnny argues that EJ could’ve hired a team to conclude that. EJ notes that he has one prepared to testify which Johnny mocks. EJ warns him to be careful. Johnny says he should’ve known because it’s always a warning sign when EJ starts acting like a human being. Johnny asks if EJ did all this just to pull the rug out from under Ava over a stupid signature. EJ responds that it’s over a hell of a lot more than that. Johnny asks what the rest of it is then. EJ informs him that his team of detectives finally tracked down the person at City Hall who entered the marriage in to the system and it was long after Jake’s passing. Johnny argues that Ava already explained that. EJ says the funny thing is all the documents were generated after Jake was already dead, including the application for the license. EJ assures Johnny that Jake was already dead at the moment of his so called blessed union with Ava. Johnny then turns to Ava and asks if this is true as he questions if she was married to Jake or not. Ava then admits that she was not married to Jake.
Chad and Stephanie go back to Steve and Kayla’s. Chad questions if she’s sure this is okay. Stephanie tells him that Steve is staying with Kayla at the hospital so they have the place all to themselves. Stephanie calls for a nightcap and tells Chad to get comfortable.
Alex asks Allie and Chanel what his offer was again. Allie reminds him what they talked about before that he said the three of them could do together. Alex thinks she’s talking about taking a drive to Wisconsin. Chanel questions Allie going along with that being the idea and mocks it. Alex realizes they aren’t talking about that. Chanel asks if Allie isn’t quite ready for a threesome. Alex then gets excited upon realizing that’s the offer.
Ava confirms that she and Jake were not married and that’s not his signature on the certificate. EJ tells Johnny to think about it and let it sink in that Jake wasn’t even cold before she sprung in to action. EJ adds that Ava mourned Jake’s passing by devising a way to steal his family inheritance. Johnny questions it all being a lie. Ava assures that she loved Jake and he did ask her to marry him on the day that he died. Ava says Jake wanted to prove what they had was real so when she finally said yes, he got her the beautiful ring and the wedding bands. EJ asks if Ava set this up while seeing Jake lying there dead. Johnny asks Ava what it was like then. Ava then reveals that it was Gabi’s idea and she just did what Gabi told her to do.
Paulina asks Sloan if this is about Chanel being bisexual and says the days of that being a scandal are long over. Sloan assures it has nothing to do with Chanel’s relationship with Allie or her marriage to Johnny and she’s not here because of who Chanel associates with, but because of something she did.
Alex admits he’s a little taken aback. Chanel asks why since it was his idea. Alex asks if they are all on the same page. Allie assures unless he’s no longer interested. Alex remembers saying they could explore other things together but they told him that Hell would freeze over before they took him up on it, so he questions what made them change their mind.
Stephanie and Chad have another drink together and toast to where the night takes them. Chad says he’s sorry but Stephanie tells him not to be as they continue kissing.
EJ remarks that he’s not surprised that Gabi put Ava up to it. Johnny doesn’t understand. Ava explains that she was at the hospital and Kayla had just told her that Jake had died, so she went to try and say goodbye which is when Gabi came in. Johnny tells her to go on. Ava says that Gabi told her that EJ was coming to get his hands on Jake’s shares. EJ calls them vultures. Ava argues that she was in shock and grieving while EJ points out that Gabi wasn’t as she was calculating. Ava agrees that Gabi was cold-hearted and just trying to get Jake’s money, remarking that it reminds her of EJ. Ava adds that Gabi convinced her as she was scared and alone. Ava says that Jake wanted to marry her and the rings were in his pocket so she put them on their fingers, then Gabi said she would take care of the rest.
Sloan reveals to Paulina that she’s talking about an incident that happened while Chanel was in college. Sloan presents a folder to refresh her memory.
Chanel asks Allie what changed her mind. Allie admits it was kind of her idea and Chanel confirms that she’s totally on board with it. Allie says they have recently been going through a rough patch and have been bombarded by outside stuff that has left them feeling less close. Alex questions bringing someone else in to the mix being what might fix things. Chanel calls it an adventure or something exciting that they could share. Allie says it’s not about the other person but about them sharing something together. Alex jokes that’s not as flattering. Allie brings up that Alex first brought that up when they first met and she thought he was just wanted a good time. Chanel adds that they wouldn’t want to try it with someone who might want something more. Allie says that’s why they decided on him. Alex questions it being because he’s so shallow. Allie points out that Alex is also single so there’s no one to get jealous. Chanel adds that is unless he has something going on with Stephanie.
Chad and Stephanie kiss and begin to undress until Chad stops and says he’s sorry but he can’t do this.
Paulina asks what Sloan wants. Sloan says it’s not what she wants but about what her client was. Sloan adds that if the contents of this file become public, Paulina’s campaign would be over and she’d have absolutely no chance of becoming Governor. Paulina asks who her client is. Sloan says she doesn’t need to know that and offers to make a financial arrangement. Paulina accuses her of blackmail and questions what it’s like at the bottom of the barrel.
Chanel and Allie ask if anything has changed with Alex and Stephanie. Alex assures that nothing has changed, especially after he just went to Julie’s Place and saw Stephanie practically on Chad’s lap. Alex says it looks like Chad and Stephanie are going to make a night of it, so if they want to take him up on his offer, he says hell yeah to doing it.
Chad apologizes to Stephanie and says he wanted to come but now he can’t go through with it. Stephanie says it’s okay. Chad hopes she understands it has absolutely nothing to do with her as he really enjoyed hanging out with her but he just can’t do it. Stephanie understands they are both in bad places as Chad is missing Abigail and she’s worried about Kayla. Stephanie says being with Chad is great but she also doesn’t want to have sex just to forget being scared about her mom. They agree that it was a very bad idea.
EJ remarks that Gabi sure did take care of everything to her and Ava’s benefit. Ava says she can’t defend what she did but if she was going to have second thoughts, that went away when EJ showed up at the hospital ready to be CEO and proclaim that he was in charge. EJ points out that Ava was there ahead of him but she had to know that she couldn’t keep up this scam forever and that the truth would finally catch up to her. EJ declares that today is that day. Ava agrees that it’s time she pays the piper. Ava apologizes to Johnny for lying to him. Johnny responds that he doesn’t care as it doesn’t matter to him. EJ questions that as Johnny tells him to shut up and argues that Ava hasn’t done anything close to what EJ has pulled. Johnny asks why Ava shouldn’t get some of Jake’s money since the DiMeras have so much. Johnny says he could see how upset Ava was about Jake and how much she loved him. Johnny adds that Ava let him believe that she was married to Jake but never lied about anything else which is a rare thing in this house. EJ remarks that all good things must come to an end. EJ then announces he is calling the cops about Ava’s identity fraud and corporate fraud, so she will be going away for a very long time. Johnny stops EJ and tells him no.
Paulina tells Sloan that she doesn’t like being threatened. Sloan claims she isn’t threatening her and is just explaining her options. Paulina tells her to take her options and shove them where the sun don’t shine. Paulina declares that if the voters can’t understand that her daughter’s actions don’t reflect her then maybe she is not the right candidate for the job. Sloan adds that this isn’t just about her and warns her about what could happen to Chanel and her freedom if this information becomes public.
Alex, Chanel, and Allie drink shots and toast to one of the best nights of their lives. Alex thinks this will be incredible which means it will have to be repeated. Alex says that once they do this once, they’re going to want to do it again. Chanel asks how they start. Alex then kisses Chanel and then kisses Allie. Alex asks if that was okay which they both say it was. Allie and Chanel the begin kissing each other.
Johnny tells EJ not to do this as Ava made a mistake while she was grieving. EJ tells him not to get emotional about this. Johnny declares that if EJ loves him, he will put the phone down. EJ then agrees not to send Ava to prison but only if she leaves Salem immediately and never returns. EJ adds that Ava’s bags are in the foyer because he told Harold not to unpack them since he knew she wouldn’t be staying. Johnny calls this ridiculous and says EJ doesn’t have the right to just send her away. Ava says it’s okay and agrees to go. EJ decides to let them say goodbye as he then exits the room.
Paulina questions Sloan bringing up Chanel’s freedom. Sloan points out that it’s not exactly legal and advises her to take a closer look at the folder and leaves the copy with her. Sloan suggests she take the night to think about it and then get back to her as she then exits.
Chad decides to call another ride since Jack is watching the kids and he should check on them. Stephanie decides it’s probably best that they didn’t sleep together on the day she hired him. Chad asks if they are okay. Stephanie assures they got all the awkwardness out tonight so there is nowhere to go but up. Chad says he’ll see her at work tomorrow then and they shake hands as Chad then exits.
Allie and Chanel take Alex to the bedroom. Allie and Chanel kiss, then Alex kisses Chanel as they remove Alex’s clothes and the three of them continue their threesome, kissing on the bed. After they finish, they lay in bed as Alex says that was hot and he’s dehydrated. Alex gets up to go get drinks and calls for round two. Allie asks if Chanel is okay. Chanel says she’s better than okay. Allie tells Chanel that she loves her and Chanel says she loves her too.
Chad returns home to the Horton House and sees the photo of Abigail on the mantle.
Stephanie talks to Steve on the phone and says to tell Kayla she loves her and advises him to try to sleep as she hangs up. Stephanie then puts her phone down and misses a call from Paulina.
Paulina leaves a message for Stephanie to call her because she needs to see her as soon as possible since they have a big problem.
Johnny tells Ava that this is crazy and that EJ can’t just drive her out of town. Ava worries that EJ won’t have any problem talking to the police commissioner, who isn’t her biggest fan. Ava states that there’s almost nothing left for her here anyways. Ava is sorry they’ll never find out what could’ve been. Johnny suggests he go with her. Ava says that’s sweet of him but it’s best that they part ways here with nothing but good memories. Ava kisses Johnny on the cheek and then exits the DiMera Mansion with her bags packed. EJ comes downstairs and remarks that Ava has slithered off to find a new nest. Johnny bets he’s pretty pleased but vows to make EJ pay for this if it’s the last thing he does.
Interview with Jensen Ackles, Danneel Ackles, Drake Rodger, Meg Donnelly, JoJo Fleites, Bianca Kajlich, Demetria McKinney, Nida Khurshid and Robbie Thompson of “The Winchesters” on The CW by Suzanne 10/4/22
This was a very interesting panel. I loved “Supernatural,” and I enjoyed the first episodes of this new spinoff, which is a prequel. I was very happy to see Jensen Ackles there on the panel. You don’t want to miss the new shows, especially if you’re a fan of the original show. This was a very long panel, and I didn’t get to ask a question. That’s fine…it was great just to be there. Note: The transcript is from the network…it has mistakes in it.
HOST: Good afternoon and welcome to The CW’s virtual panel for The Winchesters, a prequel of the hugely successful show Supernatural. Before Sam and Dean, there were their parents, John and Mary. Told from the perspective of narrator Dean Winchester, The Winchesters is the epic, untold love story of how John Winchester met Mary Campbell and put it all on the line to, not only save their love, but the entire world. The hunt begins on Tuesday, October 11 at 8pm.
HOST: Please welcome executive producer and star, Jensen Ackles, Executive Producer Danneel Ackles, and executive producer Robbie Thompson and the cast of The Winchesters. We’re so excited to have you all with us, thank you so much. As a reminder to the press, if you would like to ask a question, please click the “raise your hand button” and we’ll put you in the queue and call on you when it’s your turn. If you have a two-part question or a follow-up, please let us know at the top of the question. Also, as a reminder, please, no photography or screen grabs or sharing of anything from this event on social media.
Question: Thank you. Hi, everybody. Ado-, it was sort of a two-part question. After 15 seasons of Supernatural, how did the decision for a prequel come about? And we know that Supernatural spinoffs has been in the talks for quite some time now. What made this one stick? So, two-part question, please. Thank you.
JENSEN ACKLES: I’ll dive in. This was a, obviously something that, that, like you said, has been long talked about, how to expand this world, what that would look like, how it would be done. There have been two, two attempts prior to this one that, that, unfortunately didn’t, didn’t make the cut, but here we are. We’re very excited, I guess, third time’s a charm. And it really came about as the show was wrapping up and the pandemic hit, and my lovely wife and I were forced to sit together and figure out how to be creative within the confines of our house, we started kicking around ideas and this one was, was one that we talked about for quite a while. And, and then we really kind of workshopped it and, and thought about how, what this would look like.
And, and that’s when we, we kind of threw it to the studio and, and threw it to the network and said, “Hey, what do you guys think about this?” And they were very quickly interested. Obviously, they, want to expand this world. And so, so that’s when we’re like, Well, I know the guy to write it, so let me call him and make sure that he’s even available or even interested. And luckily he was, and, and here he is today, and he has created an, I think, an incredible world within the world, and that’s not an easy thing to do, and I think Robbie’s just crushed it. And I think that the cast that we have has just absolutely crushed it.
Uh, so it’s, it’s, it’s exciting. It’s very exciting to, to see this. I was not ever ready to kind of put this to bed. I was ready to take a break, but I was never ready to put this world to bed. And so I’m very, very happy that it is it is extending and it is in the very capable hands of the wonderful people you see before you.
Question: Hi, My question’s for Meg. Does fight choreography have a lot of parallels to dance choreography? What are the big similarities and differences?
Question: Well, yes. I think there is definitely a lot of similarities. It’s been really hard, though, because with stunt choreography, it doesn’t have to look really pretty and put together because, you know, you’re technically beating someone up. So there is that, like, memorization wise, it is very similar, but it’s been really hard to get out of the whole dancing technique, if that makes sense. Yeah.
DEMETRIA MCKINNEY: While we have this moment, thank you so much, CW, for allowing us to have this opportunity, share this story, extend the story, build the family, find the beginning, and we’re, we’re really enjoying it. Thank you.
DRAKE RODGER: Took the words right outta my mouth.
DEMETRIA MCKINNEY: You would not say that.
DANNEEL ACKLES: What a professional.
Question: I’m sorry, Meg, I have a two-part question for you. Meg, how important was it for you, this role to be so different from everything else we’ve known you before, that we’ve known you for? And secondly, has there been discussion as how, how soon pregnancy will come into this character’s life?
MEG DONNELLY: Oh, um…
DEMETRIA MCKINNEY: Oh my God!
MEG DONNELLY: Well, I mean, knowing the story of John and Mary, it does happen eventually. I have no idea.
ROBBIE THOMPSON: Uh, that’s a spoiler for season question mark. I can’t tell you that yet.
MEG DONNELLY: Um, but, you know, I’m so grateful for everything that Disney has given me. But, you know, coming into this new franchise and these amazing new characters, and it’s so dark, it’s been a really amazing honor to kind of step into Mary’s shoes and, and it’s very different from everything I’ve ever done. So I’m really grateful.
Question: This is for Robbie and the Ackles. So, a spinoff of Supernatural was very important to Pedowitz. And I’m curious how yesterday’s announcement landed with you. Did you panic? And how are you feeling about your future?
ROBBIE THOMPSON: Look Marc is one of the greatest champions of, just television of the last, I don’t know how many years, and was an enormous champion of Supernatural. Um, and we, we had a note on the pilot. I don’t know if you guys remember, it was so granular like, I thought I was at a supernatural convention. When I say he watched every episode, he watched every cut. And as a writer, that’s an executive you dream about, because he’s fully invested in the show. So, honestly, all I thought about yesterday was, what a privilege I’ve had as a writer to spend a huge part of my career working with such an, a dedicated and smart leader. So, yeah, it was no panic. It was more just feeling of gratitude.
JENSEN ACKLES: Yeah. I’ll, I’ll echo what Robbie said there. You know, Pedowitz came in, the show was already established, and he really…it was, I mean, it was kind of [LAUGHS] it was kind of put, it had been put on Friday nights to kind of go away and die. We somehow found a way to survive. He came in, he recognized it, and he said, “Well, let’s move these guys to some better real estate.” And, and when we did, we quickly took off. And he was always a champion for the show. He continues to be a champion for this show and for everything that we do. You know, Jared and I used to always like to refer to him as the other Winchester brother. I think that, that he will certainly continue to champion the show from wherever he wants to. But I’m just so thankful for what he did, not only for the network itself, but for, for this this world specifically. He’s a true mentor of mine.
Question: Okay. Thank you for taking the time to speak to us. Um, this is for any of the producers. I’m wondering, when the show was first, you know, the idea came up, the show was pitched you form, you know, started formulating how, what you wanted to do, what stories you wanted to tell. Is it a situation where you have, you know, Season 1 planned, or is it something where you kind of look ahead and think, you know, I have, this is what I want to do in Season 2, Season 3. I mean, you know, Supernatural ran for 15 seasons, there’s obviously an audience for this, and I think, you know, there’ll be an audience again. So are you prepared for another 15 years? And I’m wondering how many episodes were ordered for the first season?
ROBBIE THOMPSON: I think our initial order is for 13, if that’s, I’m sure someone from Warners and CW here will correct me on that. But to answer your question, you know, at the end of every playback, I’ll go, Okay, that was great, guys, 326 more to go. You know, we, we would love to see this go, you know, the distance. You know, as, as, as writers and then as producers, we want to give ourselves flexibility so that we can be nimble as things change and adapt and, you know, getting to know… you guys are seeing them on best behavior right now. These kids are [OVERLAPPING] We have the anti-chemistry problem that most shows have, which is like, usually like, come on guys, like, get together and like, maybe get to know one another.
Like I, during the shooting of the pilot, it was the closest I’ve been to being in a dorm room in 20, 25 years of my life. (You’re not wrong) It was amazing. So we wanna give ourselves the freedom to, to be able to pivot where we need to pivot. Um, someone asked about pregnancy in case we want to get to that sooner rather than later. Um, but, you know, we, we do have a plan and, and we’ve talked I mean, I’ve heard, individually from all of these, you know, where these actors, where they would like to see their characters go. And I, I try to, to keep this, to be as open a collaboration as possible. Uh, Jensen and Danneel and I talked about an ending, oh gosh, it’s in two years we’ve been working on this almost. And then just completely organically, Drake pitched a, a very, very similar ending. So it was, it was, it was really cool to see how we were all kind of on the same page. Yeah. This guy, Yeah, go on, get him. He’s super shy, guys. They’re all super shy. If you start playing music, they will all start singing and or dancing.
Um, no, we, you know, it was exciting because it’s a similar feeling that you get in the writer’s room where it’s like, Oh, we’re all kind of headed in the same direction. The, the analogy I was always given as a young writer was, it’s this, this show is a road trip, and, you know, our destination was go from LA to New Orleans. We may stop in Austin and spend two weeks. We may get there and say, actually, you know what, we wanna spend two years there. Um, we always know where we want to get to, though. Um, and I hope, I hope we get the chance to go, to go the distance.
Question: Hi. So, with 15 seasons of Supernatural, a lot of characters came and went throughout the years, some of whom would’ve been alive in the 1970s. Are there any plans for us to see any of them? Like Bobby Singer, perhaps?
ROBBIE THOMPSON: Um, 100% yes. I don’t think I can spoil exactly who, but we have some very familiar faces that are gonna be coming up in an episode we’re gonna shoot in a couple of days. Uh, and then some more after that, and then some more that I can’t even reveal. Uh, hopefully someone that’s on the Zoom as well, at a certain point [LAUGHS] I’m looking at you, Ackles. Um so yeah, we, we, we have plans for that. And we also have plans you know, not just to bring back some of our familiar faces, but as you’re pointing out, younger versions of the characters that maybe we haven’t, we haven’t seen yet.
Question: Hi. Thanks for talking to us. My question is sort of in that vein, it’s for the producers. Is there anything that you did kind of to purposely, I guess, separate the way this is from the original as the show goes on? Or is it more gonna just feel like we’re in the same world we were before for the fans?
ROBBIE THOMPSON: That’s a, that’s a great question, and it was the first question I had when I talked to, to Danneel and to Jensen. They had this idea about the love story between John and Mary. And I think the extent of those first conversations were a lot of, Okay, how do we do this, and not undo anything, and not rewrite or, or anything like that. It was a bit like what is the expression, “physician do no harm.” You know, we don’t, we can’t recreate Supernatural. You can’t, like, there’s lightning in a bottle time many different… to Jensen, Jared, Kim Manners, Eric Kripke, everybody. We had to find a way to kind of carve our own path. We do have a plan for that. We’re not gonna totally reveal all of it today. But our plan is to sort of pull that curtain back in our 13th episode.
And to the point that you’re that you’re raising, which is how do we differentiate ourselves. It’s always the challenge in a show like this, you know, we used Better Call Saul a lot as a sort of creative North Star, which is, that’s a show that obviously predates the events of Breaking Bad, but it, it exists in its own, in its own little bubble, in its own little universe. You can watch Breaking Bad, and in fact, it’s insane to me, but I know a lot of people who have never actually seen Breaking Bad. Because we are a show that deals with the supernatural and paranormal, we have a few more tricks up our sleeves that we can kind of take advantage of. And we’ll be hinting at that throughout the season, and then really pulling it all back in Episode 13 to, to really let the audience in on, on, on what we’ve done.
JENSEN ACKLES: No, nope. Robbie, Robbie’s got all the, he’s got it all upstairs. And, and you just, I just hope that he’s somehow able to, you know, file it properly. That’s it. Just like the old school Dewey Decimal system up there. That’s, that’s what we got.
NIDA KHURSHID: I see what you did there.
JENSEN ACKLES: No, I got, I got the same thing in my head too, so it’s fine.
NIDA KHURSHID: Yeah, you know, same person, right?
JENSEN ACKLES: No, not at all.
ROBBIE THOMPSON: I’m just excited to finally meet Jensen. This is amazing. It’s been, this is the closest we’ve been. I, I, this, this is thrilling for me.
HOST: Up next, we have Damian Holbrook, followed by Vlada Gelman.
Question: Hey there. Um, so this is for Danneel. Hello. Danneel, so while you’re stuck in COVID in a lockdown with Jensen, and you guys are formulating this idea, having been part of the world, did you find yourself having to remind him of certain things that the show could touch on throughout the 15 seasons of Supernatural? And also for both of you, being actors as well, how involved in casting these people were you?
DEMETRIA MCKINNEY: Oh, this is interesting. We all wanna know this one.
DANNEEL ACKLES: Okay, I… no, because Jensen is actually really, really good at remembering every single detail about Supernatural. He, You are, you’re really, really good. I mean, you can, you can pick a scene. You can, if I, if I give you a scene, you can tell me exactly what year, what episode, what you were doing, where you were living, all of that. You…
JENSEN ACKLES: I don’t need people to know that about me. I don’t…
DANNEEL ACKLES: We, remember one time we thought about doing a game show, Supernatural game show, like quiz thing. You would’ve, you would’ve nailed that. Um, but to the casting question, yes, we were very involved in casting, and we had a lot of fun. Jensen and I and Robbie had a blast casting. And everyone that’s sitting before you, we have a really special story about, I think. Drake, we saw you day one, and that was it. I like, you know, I had like all these pictures up. I was like, I had you up there. And I was like, “Yep, it’s him. That’s him, for sure.” So…
ROBBIE THOMPSON: She still has those pictures up too.
JENSEN ACKLES: Yeah, those pictures are still there, which is just odd. Um…
DANNEEL ACKLES: We cast… but we did, we started looking for, for you first, I think that was the first role, right?
ROBBIE THOMPSON: It was, it was very clear. Yeah. Uh, we had a text chain and it was, it was very clear. There was a lot of hydration in that, that, that I think the second [OVERLAPPING] he drinks a lot of water. He stays hydrated. Uh, there may or may not have been, can I tell this story? [OVERLAPPING] Okay. There may or may not have been a beer at one point as well, which was, I mean, I wasn’t expecting him to go full method, but I, I thought it was a commitment, you know, to the bit. Um, but just to touch back for a second, and then we can talk about casting, but Danneel is being very, very humble here. One of the great things is, these two have the story of Supernatural in their brain. But there’s also, like, you know, Jensen lived it for, I think he’s still living it. I think those are actually Dean Winchester’s clothes that he’s wearing right now, guys. I wish I was kidding, but he hasn’t taken them off.
And I, obviously worked on the show for five years. But we need, you need something in that sort of like, balance for someone to be able to have, you know, a fresh set of eyes who knows it, but didn’t, like, wasn’t like, it wasn’t like obsessed, you know, that level… By the way, that was, that was our ghost that was in our stage by the way. I don’t know if you guys noticed that. That was amazing. Um, but it was really invaluable. And, you know, they have a partner that they’ve worked with, with their company Renee Reef as well.
And it was really great to kind of almost have like a balance there, of, of people who were giving the, the, the story its due, again to the point of finding new viewers. So I’m, I’m grateful to, to both of them, you know, for that, because it was really integral to, to the, the development of it.
JENSEN ACKLES: There was also…
ROBBIE THOMPSON: We cast, we cast all these wonderful human beings on a, on a hilarious text chain, which I will delete from the internet forever.
DANNEEL ACKLES: Oh, yes. God!
JENSEN ACKLES: Yeah, we can’t have, we can’t have that out there. Uh, Damien, I, I’ll add one more thing to uh, about Danneel is, you know, she didn’t, obviously wasn’t as close to, to Supernatural as, as I was. Um, but what she, she embodies, and I’m convinced that she is, that she was born in the wrong era, because I, I feel like she ha- she continues to embody the sixties and seventies. Um, so when that was the idea, she kind of dove in and, and took control of the steering wheel. And I was like, Wait, wait, wait, wait, wait…. I, I, I know a thing or two. Um, and…
ROBBIE THOMPSON: First email I remember early on was you sent a playlist. Danneel put together a playlist. (Oh yeah) And the first song is the first song in the pilot.
JENSEN ACKLES: That’s right.
NIDA KHURSHID: That’s dope.
DANNEEL ACKLES: I was like, we have to set this to music. We have to, you know, we have to cast it to music, everything. And I love that you were into that. That was really fun. Well, your wife’s a DJ too, right? Wasn’t she a big DJ?
ROBBIE THOMPSON: My wife, my wife was a DJ, that’s right. Yeah, she was.
DANNEEL ACKLES: His wife is super cool.
ROBBIE THOMPSON: She also dressed me today.
Question: Hi everyone. Thank you so much for doing this. Uh, so sort of also on the casting note, Jensen, on Supernatural, you worked with every version of Mary and John, played by Jeffrey, Samantha, Amy, Matt. So what was it about Drake and Meg that kind of evoked the spirit of those characters and those performances?
JENSEN ACKLES: Um, great question. I, you know, obviously there’s a…
DRAKE RODGER: Where do you wanna start?
JENSEN ACKLES: Obviously there’s a version of, of these characters that lives very um, very prominently in, in my head. Um, you know, and when, when we were going through the casting process, Drake really jumped off very quickly as somebody that almost seemed like a hybrid of Dean and Sam, not necessarily a replica of, a previous John Winchester. So that was really interesting to, to all of us was just the because this isn’t, this is, this is pre John turning into the person that we really knew and, and obviously the, that Jeffrey Morgan played. Um, this is pre that. So there was a kind of an innocence, a youthfulness and a thirst for life that Drake brought to this character that was really unique and, and refreshing.
But it also just, it, it reminded me of somebody that could very easily be the father of those two brothers. Um, and then with, with Meg, she’s just such a pro that any kind of like subtle thing that we said, “Oh, what if you tried this? Or what if you tried that?” she just knocked it out every time. And it, it was, there was a, there was a look and there was a, a confidence. And there, there…
DANNEEL ACKLES: Look at her!
JENSEN ACKLES: I mean, Yeah, I mean, look at her. How do you, how do you, not just…
Exudes confidence.
DANNEEL ACKLES: Well, Jensen, to be fair, to be fair, we, we knew Meg very well, because Meg’s movies played in our house every day for like years. Well, every day through COVID, we watched her sing and dance. And we were…
BIANCA KAJLICH: Do you have a chicken named after Meg? (No!) Cause we do.
JENSEN ACKLES: Well, Bianca, Challenge accepted. Yes, Danneel’s right. We, we were very familiar with, with Megan her work. Um I, I am probably shouldn’t say this, but I could probably sing just about any song that she sang.
DANNEEL ACKLES: Not probably, not probably. He can definitely do it.
DEMETRIA MCKINNEY: [INAUDIBLE]
JENSEN ACKLES: Don’t test me. Cause it’ll, I’ll never live it down. Um, so yeah, Meg was Meg was certainly, um somebody who just, she exuded something that we were all very interested in immediately. And she, yeah, there was, there was really no question… she’s, she’s so strong and she’s, and she has this this fantastic, It almost, it, to me, it reminded me kind of, kind of going back to what I said about Drake. Was there was almost a Dean-esque quality to the way that she was playing Mary, which I felt the role really needed. And, and she was really the only one that was bringing that. And, and it just kind of caught us all. It caught all of our attention. So that was yeah, it was, it was easy. We didn’t have to do too much convincing.
DANNEEL ACKLES: But every, everybody on that stage was a first choice. It, it’s kind of, and I know that doesn’t happen very often, but like, everybody was exactly who we wanted, you know, And we found out through casting that you don’t always get what you want, but we did.
ROBBIE THOMPSON: And to just touch on what Danneel said, she’s absolutely right. Like, and it’s a huge credit to Robert Ulrich and his team. (Yes) They put forth a murderer’s row of a lot of young talent. And then when we found the, the, this crew, this, this motley crew… it was amazing. Uh, and, and, and just to touch on what Jensen was talking about, it’s true what he’s saying about the, the, the Sam and Dean that you kind of see in both of them. And it was really apparent in their chemistry read, which I hope we can put on the DVD for, for hilarious reasons. [OVERLAPPING] We, we would a, we would actually say, “Hey guys, give us a second.”
And we would pause, but they would keep talking, not knowing that we were still watching. And there’s some adorableness in there that hopefully the rest of the world can see at some point. It was clear that these were, this was, this was Mary and this is John.
JENSEN ACKLES: I think that’s when, that’s when Beergate happened, wasn’t it?
DRAKE RODGER: That’s when Beergate happened. That’s also when she asked me out on a date.
MEG DONNELLY: I did not.
JENSEN ACKLES: That’s true, that’s true.
DANNEEL ACKLES: Yes, you, you definitely asked him to (OVERLAPPING) see Times Square with you.
ROBBIE THOMPSON: You asked someone out on the date, and I’m pretty sure it was him.
MEG DONNELLY: I just said like, like, we should go to New York sometime if we…
JENSEN ACKLES: That’s a date!
ROBBIE THOMPSON: Like you do.
NIDA KHURSHID: Casual.
ROBBIE THOMPSON: Let’s meet in Paris. It’ll be fun.
MEG DONNELLY: [INAUDIBLE] so it worked.
Question: Hi everyone, It’s Xandra Harbet. Thank you so much for sitting down and doing this in the show is so amazing. This is a two-parter. So, Danneel and Jensen, you’ve worked with each other a few times over the years, often in an acting capacity. What has your working dynamic been like on the production side of The Winchesters? And what were some of the core things that you wanted to hit on, and what were some of the things you wanted to avoid while developing the series? Especially given the passionate, supernatural fan base that’s already in place?
JENSEN ACKLES: M’lady…
DANNEEL ACKLES: Well, I, for one, loved working with you. Jensen, Jensen and I, Yes, no, we have a really good working dynamic. I do the work and Jensen watches. Yea, and he’s, yeah… no. It was, it was, it was fun. We do well together.
JENSEN ACKLES: I would say that the, the producing aspect has been a little different than from what acting with her. I mean, acting with her is, is she’s, she’s great, but we’re playing different characters in front of each other. So, so that’s a little different than, than producing when we’re just being ourselves and trying to get things done. It feels a little bit more like…
DANNEEL ACKLES: It’s a lot less polite.
JENSEN ACKLES: Well, it’s more like, it’s more like our marriage where, yeah, like she said, Danneel handles everything and I just stand on the sidelines going, “Let me know what I can do.” (Yeah) And try not to get in the way.
XANDRA: And what were some of the core things you wanted to hit on and avoid?
JENSEN ACKLES: Well, certainly trying to recapture that heart that I feel Supernatural really had. You know, at the end of the day, the show was about the relationship between these two brothers. You could, you could paint as many ghosts and demons and vampires and, and ghouls and as you wanted on that canvas, but at the end of the day, it was, it really came back to the relationship that these two, these two guys had. And, how they fought, not only for, for the greater good, but they fought for each other.
And I felt like if we could, if we could tell that with, with John and Mary, but also have this love story be… you know, the kind of the, the kicker, I just felt like that was really important. That’s something that Robbie and Danneel and I talked about at length, was making sure that this, this truly had the heart that a show needed. That you can dress it up with all the frills and, and thrills, but it, it’s gotta have that relationship and it’s gotta have those cast of characters that you really want to keep coming back week to week to watch.
And I feel like we, I feel like we, we, we have that and we’re doing that. And the people before you now are the… I, I keep coming back and wanting to watch them. I keep reading intently the next, the next story arena and wanting to know what’s gonna happen. What’s gonna happen with Carlos?. I don’t know. Every week he surprises me. They surprise me. It’s just insanity. I love it.
XANDRA: And was there anything you wanted to avoid?
JENSEN ACKLES: Um, rewriting history? Um, I think that was a big important thing. And that’s obviously something that has been a topic of discussion with, with fans and, and critics of how we’re going to navigate what has already been established. We’re not looking to have, you know, we’re not looking to, to, to have the, Robbie and I use the, the Back to the Future reference quite a bit. We don’t want the picture of Dean and Sam to start being erased. This is not what we’re set out to do. This is something that we’re trying to, trying to preserve everything that we possibly can on the mothership. I think Robbie and his crack team of writers have come up with the way of doing that in a way that is servicing this show just as much as it’s serviced or will be servicing Supernatural.
Question: For the cast: How does it feel to be part of the franchise that means so much to many people?
JONATHAN FLEITES: It truly is an honor. I am just so grateful to be a part of this legacy. It’s absolutely insane. I never thought I would be a part of anything like this in my life. I mean, this is the biggest surprise and shock and most amazing thing to be a part of, especially with this group of amazing artists. Um, not to mention that I’m so proud of the inclusivity that’s involved in this show, and the diversity that we’re bringing onto this show. Um, and the space that I’ve been given as an LGBTQ identifying person on this show. Uh, not to mention also non-binary. I just feel so supported and I feel so seen, and I am just so incredibly grateful for Jensen and for Danneel and for Robbie and everyone opening… I’m so sorry. I’m having issues with my headphones. I’m just so grateful for this time and for this opportunity, and that’s all I can really say. So, thank you so much.
DEMETRIA MCKINNEY: It’s, if I may check onto that, it’s just a really cool challenge, getting to be with these younger people, because I’m not old. I refuse to accept it. Getting to be with this group of young people, telling this story that is so beloved by so many people in its beginnings and in its infancy. And getting to tell a journey that is so profoundly new within a space that is so familiar to people. It’s a really cool challenge. You know, they talk about not wanting to undo history, rewrite anything, but still keeping everything really fresh and organic. And I feel like just as hard as they’ve worked in the inception, you know, each time they’ve tried and then getting into this space where we’re doing it now, in the writing room, each idea they come up with, having the conversations that we’ve all had about the individual characters and then getting together and having the conversations about how we relate to each other.
It’s just been a daily challenge that seems so fun and invigorating and fulfilling. So you know, while we know everybody loves what was, we’re really excited about the challenge of them loving what is to come.
Question: So you’ve kinda touched on some of this Jensen, some of what you said, Robbie, what you said about Episode 13. There are obviously big twists here about what’s going on. We know this isn’t the version that the brothers were told, and it feels to me, just from the pilot, like it might not even be the version that John and Mary as we knew it remember. We also know in the world of Supernatural there’s like a lot of capability for like cosmic level trickery, which, you know, the final arc of Supernatural kind of depended on the arc Robbie started by revealing Chuck as God, stuff like that.
Question: Uh, we know there’s a lot of options for what could be actually going on here with the Winchesters, but we don’t really know when, you know, we might get a look at the answers. And I’m asking you this in kind of like the nicest, most supportive, good faith way, cause I know it matters to you guys. How long should we expect to wait in terms of clues about what the deal is? Or rather, how did you approach the job of maintaining fans trust regarding the twists and changes? Like, did you talk about a lot about what the right moment to show some cards? Or like, what was going on with the big picture?
ROBBIE THOMPSON: We, we, we’ve been talking, that’s a great question and we’ve been talking about it literally, since I think the first conversation that I had with, with these two and, and Rene. Um, it was crucial to us to kind of have an understanding of where we were going and why we were going. Um, but to your point, we have a lot of options was what we discovered, and a lot of different misdirects of, of where we’re going. And it’s one of the reasons why we, we are keeping our cards close to the vest now. Um, but we will, there’s, there’s some hints in, in the pilot and then there’s some hints in subsequent episodes.
Um, and as we get into this sort of… we have a, a little run at the end of these, this first 13 where we’ll start to turn over some more cards as well. But I promise we’re, we’re gonna turn ’em all over in, in 13. That’s, that was always the design that we came up with, with our partners at the studio and network. I can tell you this, like, it’s very rare to get to work with partners like Warners and CW, where they’re as invested as we are, and the integrity of what came before us, and, and what’s to come. So we, I totally understand where the question’s coming from. I won’t totally answer it.
Question: I’m super pro-, I’m super pro, but I was just curious about like, you know, I know that Jensen is obviously always at conventions answering a million questions about tiny details and a lot of expectations about that kind of thing.
ROBBIE THOMPSON: And, and part of that was what was exciting about this, you know. For me as a writer on Supernatural, I, I found my comfort zone was getting out of my comfort zone. Uh, the example I always gave is we did a musical episode and I was like, they came in there like, “we’re doing a musical.” I was like, “Oh God, that’s terrible. Can I write it?” Like, cause it just seemed very daunting and frightening. I’d never written songs before and it felt like we always had a, a thing, Kripke started it. And then, you know, great writers like Sarah Gamble, Jeremy Carver, Ben Edlund, they, they bent us, almost to the point of breaking. And you’re always at that point of like, Oh, is this gonna break? But that’s kind of our sweet spot.
And when Jensen and Danneel came to me with this idea, I was like, Oh, we’re starting in the sweet spot. Uh, that’s really exciting to me. Uh, and then get to, getting a chance to create, you know, these characters with this group of, of, of extremely well-behaved, almost suspiciously well-behaved actors right now. Um, Yeah. See that the voices are coming out and they. There it is, okay. Um it was, it was just really, really exciting. Um, but it’s I, I totally understand where you’re coming from and, and it was literally the first question out of my mouth as well.
Question: Jensen, Danneel, do you have anything on that? Cause I am very curious about it.
JENSEN ACKLES: Yeah. It, this, this, obviously this has been a, a, a topic of, of conversation like you said at, at conventions and, and it’s, you know, I, I would love to have an answer that that puts everybody at rest and say, Oh, okay, okay, we can breathe easy. Um, but in order to do that, I would, I would spoil half the season. (Yeah) And so without, without spoiling the, the half the season, I will say that like Robbie said, the, the integrity of, of the mothership is certainly something that is of, of vital importance to us that we do not want to tamper with.
Um, that said, we also want to make sure that this show has a, is given its space to be what it needs to be and what we all want it to be. Um, and doing so requires some you know, some, some tricky writing. And Robbie has, has come up with ways to facilitate that, that I think are, are not only acceptable, from my perspective, but exciting from the world from of a, as a fan of this world and of this show. And, and, and so I’m, I’m excited for when we can actually talk about it and dissect it.
Question: Yeah. Sounds ex-, it sounds like you’re keeping a lot like really excited to, to let it in on the secret eventually.
JENSEN ACKLES: Absolutely. Can’t wait.
DANNEEL ACKLES: I’ve never liked, I’ve never liked my mute button better. I’m like… not gonna talk about this.
Question: Hey everyone, thanks for doing this. Um, this question is for the producers. Two-part question. Um, the first part was obviously Jensen, you’re doing narration for this, and there’s always a question of, do we do that? Do we stay independent? You know, how much of that is involved? Is it just a booking-ending element, or is it something that could expand? Um, was, is that a conversation that came up about the rules of narration for that? And then number two, it’s dovetailing off of the creativity that, that Supernatural is really known for, as you were talking about a moment ago. It has never been afraid to really rock the boat in terms of format, structure, genre. Um, this is a first season so you certainly want to establish a world, but at the same time are, are you going to have episodes that will kind of honor that legacy and show your version of it in this world?
JENSEN ACKLES: Robbie.
ROBBIE THOMPSON: I’ll go in reverse order. Um, we, we kind of want to establish a little bit more of a foundation before we go crazy. But if you looked at probably most of the episodes of Supernatural that I wrote, I like crazy. So we’ll get there, I promise. Um, and I know that these… you need, you need partners for that. One of the reasons we were able to go a little crazy on Supernatural was we had a great cast that was game for it. Like Jensen told the story the other day where Andrew called him up and was like, “Can you dance?” He was like, Yeah. And then you’re doing like a tap dance number, you know, two, a month later or whatever it was. Um, and being able to have that, you know in your arsenal. We have a lot of… I think, kids who can play here, and, and people who can sing and dance.
So we’ll, we’ll get to that, I think, you know down the road.
Um, and then the, the first question was about narration. Um, that was a big selling point to me when, when they, when they reached out to me about it. Was the, the idea of it was very interesting, but I’ll just be completely honest and say the option to write some more dialogue for, for Dean Winchester, aka Jensen Ackles, or maybe that’s in reverse, I don’t know, was, was extremely tempting to the point of, of being a pretty big selling point. In fact, we were on these stages shooting our first scene, and it was, Megan did it in the van in the pilot.
And so I’m having this surreal moment of like, Oh my gosh, here we are, we’re doing it. And then Ackles sent me the first temp recording. And so I stepped into the other stage and listened to it, and he’s doing the, he’s doing the Dean voice, guys, he was doing it. It was down here. And it was like, Oh my God, it’s Dean Winchester in my ear holes. And I, I got goosebumps. I get goosebumps telling that story right now. Um, and it was, it was huge.
As far as like, you know, how, how do we go with it? You know, we, we talk a lot about, we did not want this to be wall-to-wall narration. A light touch, you know, was, was what we wanted. Um, you know, and it’s a real treat when you’re working on a script and you can say like, Gosh, what would Dean Winchester say? And then you text Dean Winchester, and then he tells you. And it’s been just a great dance. Like, we as writers will, will work on a, on a draft of the voiceover, I’ll send it to Jensen. He and I will get on the phone and like, “How about this? How about that? We, we said this one last one.”
And, and then, then I would say you kind of do like a final sort of pepper pass in the actual booth. Um, cause it’s gotta feel, that’s the part to me, I was like, this has to feel extra, extra… There’s our ghost again. Um you know, we have to do extra, extra due diligence. And it’s always, it’s always a fun phone call.
Question: Hi guys. Um, this is for Jensen, Danneel and Robbie. Um, is there a lesson or something that you three have learned from your time working on Supernatural that you use as executive producers on The Winchesters?
JENSEN ACKLES: Um, wow. Well, yeah, I mean, I think that that’s, that was kind of… that’s our, that’s our mind. That’s where we source a lot of, of inspiration. That’s where we source a lot of, of doing things, trying, not trying to recreate, but certainly utilizing… I, I’ll give you an example. You know, Robbie and Danneel and I talked extensively about the, the, the atmosphere on set. Uh, something that’s very important to us to have a, a fun, creative, exciting energy on set where people are, are able to, to come in and to, to create and to, to… You know, that was something that, that Jared and I did all the time, was we, we came in, we la-… I never laughed as much as I laughed when I was on that set.
And there was a reason why we stuck around for 15 years, and it was because we truly enjoyed doing what we, what we got to do. And, you know, I often say that we, we don’t have to do this. we get to do this. And it’s, it’s, it’s something where there’s, there’s, there’s no room for ego here. There’s no there’s, there’s no putting up walls and, and being, walking on eggshells and, and making people feel uncomfortable. It’s, it’s an all-inclusive, all captivating type of situation where we, we want this to be a fun space to create a fun show.
Um, if you’re not having fun, We, Kim Manners kind of set that tone early on in Supernatural. He said, “Listen, if you’re not enjoying your time on the set, we spend entirely too much time together to not enjoy it. So if you’re not having fun, find something else to do.” And I feel like that’s, that was really important to us to, to set a tone on this set that was, that was fun and exciting and that people enjoyed coming to work and, and playing with these, playing in this sandbox.
ROBBIE THOMPSON: I think, just to touch on that too, something that we carried over from the mothership, um… John Showalter, who’s our, our producing director, and obviously directed more episodes of Supernatural than I can count, and I can count pretty high. Um I mean, I’ve been teaching my son, he, he’s up to 30, guys. English and Spanish. Um, but he, he is really impressed upon us something that we did. And again, it’s about having trust with, with your partners that are telling the story with you, which is our amazing cast, is to let them play a little bit.
Um, you know, we used to always say to our producing directors that would come on Supernatural, like, “Give the boys another take, let’s see what happens.” And it always ended up in the movie and it’s something that we really wanted to, It’s, it’s, it speaks to what Jensen’s talking about, about like creating an environment where people can play. And, and, and I can tell you my favorite moment in every single episode comes from these people individually being alive in the scene, listening to one another, reacting to one another, and, and being present in a way that’s, it’s, it’s really, really inspiring as a writer. And look at, they’re doing it right now. You guys, this is, this is an organic, this, this is not scripted. Um…
JENSEN ACKLES: You can’t write that, you can’t write that.
ROBBIE THOMPSON: You’re actually freaking me out.
BIANCA KAJLICH: Can I, can I add something onto that too, which I know this is for the producers. But as a cast, I just want to acknowledge how true this is for us. And I think it starts with Jensen. Because, to have an actor who played a role for 15 years, continue to address this subject matter with such enthusiasm, it is a ripple effect down into all of us. And, you know, Demetria and I talk and, and try to tell these younguns (younger, younger ones). It is so rare to have the deal that we’ve got here.
We get to play, we get to show up, we get to ask for things. As an actor, after 25 years of doing this, I’ll tell you, that’s unheard of. And these guys walk the walk. So, it’s honestly the, the joy and the comradery and all of that that’s existing here. The, the drama too. It’s all real cause we get to be our pure vulnerable selves in this.
JENSEN ACKLES: Thanks, B.
Question: Yeah, starting with Bianca and then Jensen and Danneel. Have you ever had a metaphysical experience? Something you could not quite explain?
BIANCA KAJLICH: Yes. (Tell us) Um, well, I don’t, I don’t really wanna cheapen it, because it was such a beautiful experience. Um, but I had, in two different very traumatic experiences in my life, something show up that I could visually see. Um, and that presence showed up before both of the traumatic situations happened. And for me it was a nod to, that everything was gonna be okay.
Question: Jensen?
JENSEN ACKLES: Uh, sorry, something cut out. Could you repeat the question?
Question: Yes. Have you ever had a metaphysical experience, something you could not quite explain?
JENSEN ACKLES: Uh, my marriage. (No!) Oh, no? Okay…
ROBBIE THOMPSON: Thanks, everybody. Thanks very much.
JENSEN ACKLES: Um, you know, this is something that Danneel and I have talked about quite a bit, and [OVERLAPPING]
DANNEEL ACKLES: It happens to us all the time. We have a million of these, except Jensen thinks that, I think, because of all your years of Supernatural, you’re like, Oh, that’s not what that was. No, no, no. That’s something else.
ROBBIE THOMPSON: I mean, Dean Winchester would know.
DANNEEL ACKLES: Yeah, I know. That’s what I’m saying. But…
JENSEN ACKLES: There’s, there’s something that we, and, and I don’t know that this to be true or not, but Danneel I feel like is emotionally available for those kinds of happenings. And I, I might not be.
DANNEEL ACKLES: Willing and ready.
JENSEN ACKLES: Yeah, and it, it might be because I spent 15 years playing a character that kicked the shit out of ghosts and demons. And so I just figure like, no, that’s not, because if it is, they picked the wrong house. Um, and so it might have given me some sort of false sense of security. It’s, it’s almost like, listen, I played a doctor on TV for 15 years, give me the scalpel. I, I know that that probably isn’t what would happen if something, something like [LAUGHS] if a ghost walked in here. I, I don’t know how I would react. But I do feel like [OVERLAPPING]o
DRAKE RODGER: I feel like I’m getting yellow fever, my friend.
JENSEN ACKLES: Probably, probably, it would be, yeah, it would be more like that. But I, I do feel like I tend to jump to the, “there’s gotta be some sort of logical explanation for why that window just flew open,” or…
DANNEEL ACKLES: Why that hammer flew across the [OVERLAPPING] whole tool belt at [OVERLAPPING]
JENSEN ACKLES: Yeah. Danneel is much more, is much quicker to think that, that there’s an entity or there’s some, some sort of presence.
DRAKE RODGER: There is a whole conversation after this.
DANNEEL ACKLES: There’s just a reason. There’s an, there’s a house, we own a brewery together, and there is an old house on the brewery. And there’s a reason why the construction there has completely stopped. And so one day we’ll talk about that, maybe.
ROBBIE THOMPSON: That’s episode uh, 14 of Season 3. [OVERLAPPING]
JENSEN ACKLES: I will give you, I’ll give you one quick little story. Uh, I don’t remember what season of Supernatural this was, but we used to shoot at this, this decommissioned insane asylum in in Vancouver called [OVERLAPPING] River, Riverview. Demetria, you’ve been there?
So there, there were, there were four floors in a basement. And we generally filmed either in the basement or the first two, two floors. Uh, the third floor wasn’t really utilized, and the fourth floor was off limits. And one day I got the liaison of the, of the building of the property there to take me up to the fourth floor. And I said, I gotta know what’s going on. And she walked up and she said, “Well, this is the staircase that I was pushed down.” I was like, “Who pushed you?” She’s like, “I don’t know, I was alone.” Uh, then she walked into, opened this one door and she’s like, “and this is not the room. This is a room I will not go into.” And it was a, it was a single room that was floor to ceiling tiled. And in the center of the room was a drain, and there was a bathtub, a clawfoot bathtub just sitting in the middle of this room.
And, and I just, I don’t know, I was just walked right in and then laid down in the bathtub. And there was a moment where I was like, this, there’s nothing wrong with… And then I just felt something. I felt like a pressure on my chest and I was like, I’m gonna get up and get outta here. So you know, we get asked a lot, “Were there ever any, any things that happened on Supernatural that were unexplained?” And I was like, Yeah, but we don’t talk about it much.
Question: This is for Drake. I was just curious, how much did you watch Supernatural? And did you find anything in there that you said, you know, I wanna bring this to this show? (Yeah) Was there a [INAUDIBLE] for you at all?
DRAKE RODGER: Was there pie? Yes. There’s [OVERLAPPING]
Question: No, with your tie? T-I-E.
DRAKE RODGER: Oh, a tie. Pie is tie.
Question: Pie is good though too.
DRAKE RODGER: Pie is a tie, I’ll have you know, if you watch the show. Um, No, yeah, I watched Supernatural [OVERLAPPING] No, yeah, I grew up watching the show. Uh, I started on, I think Season 4 or 5, and then progressively watched through 12 until whoever started directing the last couple. Um… yeah, when I got the audition for John it was, it was something like, it meant a lot that Jensen actually said it. Um, but I, I tried, I tried my best to incorporate as much of Jensen and Jared as I could into the performance.
DRAKE RODGER: I figured this is the only opportunity where I have 15 years of material that I can steal everything from, and everybody will think that I created it, and they’ll think that, you know, Dean and Sam got all their mannerisms from me. So yeah, as much as I can, as much as I can, I go through and I steal all the brilliance that they had over 15 years.
ROBBIE THOMPSON: Drake, Drake will, and I, I, we’ve had many conversations about this character when the character’s going and he will cite chapter in verse of various episodes, you know, the title, all of it. Um, and it’s been, he’s been an amazing partner. Um, and everybody up here has, they’ve all, they’ve all done an incredible job of sinking their teeth into the source material. But as Demetria put it brilliantly, carving their own space as well.
DRAKE RODGER: I had this this interview recently, and I asked my PR team afterwards, I was like, Hey, is there anything that I can do better or like, you know, be more efficient? And she’s like, “Well, if you want to quote an episode, that’s fine, and if you want to even name the season and the number, that’s great. But she’s like, You don’t have to go to like the minute number of the scene that you’re talking about.” Um, she’s like, she’s like, “You could probably leave that.”
Question: Could you give an example? Can you give an example of something that we could look at and say, Oh my God, yeah, that’s something that he did.
DRAKE RODGER: Oh, oh everything. I mean [OVERLAPPING]
ROBBIE THOMPSON: There’s a bit in Episode 4 where I, I don’t know if I want to spoil it, but like, if you watch it, I think Showalter was saying, Showy was saying, was like, “Oh, I, I haven’t seen Jared in a while.” And it was like a mannerism that, that was some of the comedy chops that we were like, Oh wait, and, and yeah, it was, if you look for it in the first handful, but I’m pretty sure there’s one in Episode 4 that is, is um, is a great callback.
HOST: That’s all the time we have for today. Thank you to all the press that joined us, and thank you for everyone behind the scenes who made this happen today. We appreciate it. Don’t forget, The Winchesters premiers on the CW Tuesday, October 11th at 8:00 PM, 7 Central. Thank you so much everyone.
“Gotham Knights,” “Walker: Independence” & “The Winchesters” All Head to Series
The CW is moving forward with all three of its drama pilots to series. Each of said trio is based on a previously existing property.
DC Comics-based “Gotham Knights” was formally detailed back in December: “In the wake of Bruce Wayne’s murder, his rebellious adopted son forges an unlikely alliance with the children of Batman’s enemies when they are all framed for killing the Caped Crusader. And as the city’s most wanted criminals, this renegade band of misfits must fight to clear their names. But in a Gotham with no Dark Knight to protect it, the city descends into the most dangerous it’s ever been. However, hope comes from the most unexpected of places as this team of mismatched fugitives will become its next generation of saviors known as the Gotham Knights.” Chad Fiveash, James Stoteraux, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, David Madden and director Danny Cannon executive produce for Warner Bros. Television with Natalie Abrams as a co-executive producer. Anna Lore, Fallon Smythe, Misha Collins, Navia Robinson, Olivia Rose Keegan, Oscar Morgan, Rahart Adams and Tyler DiChiara star.
“Walker” prequel “Independence” is “set in the late 1800s. It follows Abby Walker (Katherine McNamara), an affluent Bostonian whose husband is murdered before her eyes while on their journey out West. On her quest for revenge, Abby crosses paths with Hoyt Rawlins (Matt Barr), a lovable rogue in search of purpose. Abby and Hoyt’s journey takes them to Independence, Texas, where they encounter diverse, eclectic residents running from their own troubled pasts and chasing their dreams, all while becoming agents of change themselves in the small town.” Seamus Kevin Fahey, Jared Padalecki, Anna Fricke, Dan Lin, Lindsey Liberatore and director Larry Teng executive produce for CBS Studios. Also starring are Gabriela Quezada, Greg Hovanessian, Justin Johnson Cortez, Katie Findlay and Lawrence Kao.
And finally, the “Supernatural” prequel “The Winchesters” is “the epic, untold love story of how John (Drake Rodger) met Mary (Meg Donnelly) and how they put it all on the line to not only save their love, but the entire world.” Robbie Thompson, Jensen Ackles, Danneel Ackles and director Glen Winter are the executive producers for Warner Bros. Television and CBS Studios. Bianca Kajlich, Demetria McKinney, Jojo Fleites and Nida Khurshid also star while Jensen Ackles narrates as Dean Winchester.
Pilot SeasonS. Episode 101
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SERIES PREMIERE – Before Sam and Dean, there were their parents, John and Mary. Told from the perspective of narrator Dean Winchester (Jensen Ackles), THE WINCHESTERS is the epic, untold love story of how John Winchester (Drake Rodger) met Mary Campbell (Meg Donnelly) and put it all on the line to not only save their love, but the entire world. When John returns home from fighting in Vietnam, a mysterious encounter sparks a new mission to trace his father’s past. In his journey, he crosses paths with 19-year-old demon hunter Mary, who is also searching for answers after the disappearance of her own father. Together, the two join forces with young hunter-in-training Latika (Nida Khurshid) and easygoing hunter Carlos (Jonathan “Jojo” Fleites) to uncover the hidden truths about both their families. Their investigation leads them to a rare book emporium, whose owner Ada (Demetria McKinney) takes an interest to the occult and could provide the missing pieces to their puzzle. But secrets run deep for both the Winchesters and Campbells, and despite the best efforts of John’s mother Millie (Bianca Kajlich) to protect her son from pursuing a dangerous life of demon hunting, John and Mary are both determined to work together to uphold their families’ legacies while beginning to form a family of their own. Glen Winter directed the episode written by Robbie Thompson (#101). Original airdate 10/11/2022. Every episode of THE WINCHESTERS is available to stream on The CW App and CWTV.com the day after broadcast for free and without a subscription, log-in or authentication required.
Teach Your Children Well
SeasonS. Episode 102
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FAMILY MATTERS – John (Drake Rodger) and Millie (Bianca Kajlich) are on different pages about his new interest in hunting and Ada (Demetria McKinney) tries to bridge the gap. Mary (Meg Donnelly) follows a trail from her father that points to the disappearance of a teenage boy in Topeka. Meanwhile, Carlos (JoJo Fleites) has a heart to heart with Mary as Latika (Nida Khurshid) dives into her books to identify the monster. John Showalter directed the episode written by Robbie Thompson & David H. Goodman (#102). Original Airdate 10/18/2022. Every episode of THE WINCHESTERSis available to stream on The CW App and CWTV.com the day after broadcast for free and without a subscription, log-in or authentication required.
You’re Lost Little Girl
Season 1 Episode 103
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FACE YOUR FEARS – When Mary’s (Meg Donnelly) next-door neighbor mysteriously goes missing, she and John (Drake Rodger) start digging into the disappearance. During their investigation, John unexpectedly reunites with someone from his past. Carlos (JoJo Fleites) and Ada (Demetria McKinney) bond as they stakeout a potential lead for the demon’s partner. Meanwhile, Latika (Nida Khurshid) taps into old folklore passed down from her family in hopes it helps Mary and John. Claudia Yarmy directed the episode written by Gabriel Alejandro Garza (#103). Original Airdate 10/25/2022. Every episode of THE WINCHESTERS is available to stream on The CW App and CWTV.com the day after broadcast for free and without a subscription, log-in or authentication required.
I wasn’t going to watch this show until I saw some television interviews with the star of the show Hilary Swank (Eileen Fitzgerald) where she spoke about the show so I decided to watch it.
I was very surprised by how much I enjoyed the show, it is well written and had my attention from the first minute I pushed play on my DVR recording of the show. I always pick out some new shows tie watch every television season but it takes me a few episodes to like new shows and sometimes, after a few episodes, I stop watching the show because I don’t enjoy it anymore. It is very rare that a show grabs me from the first minute.
Swank plays Eileen Fitzgerald, a New York reporter who is working on a big story trying to expose a possible presidential appointee before the president gives the man a big job in the State Department. Eileen’s source for the story is discredited by what she believes are highly placed government officials who don’t want the story to come out. Eileen doesn’t want to rewrite the story like her boss wants her to do. So, she quits her job and decides to write a book exposing the truth about the presidential appointee. Eileen is then contacted by a former boss, Stanley Kornik (Jeff Perry) who wants her to come work for The Daily Alaskan and help him investigate a story about some missing indigenous women who after some time were found dead. Eileen takes the job and with the help of the young reporters at the paper begins to investigate the story.
I really enjoyed this show because I enjoy mysteries, and I want to find out who killed these women. I also enjoyed the mentor relationship that the character of Eileen has with the young newspaper reporters although she doesn’t want to be a mentor, but that is the role she takes on because the young reporters look up r her and appreciate her experience.
I think this show is worth watching and if you missed the first episode you can watch it on Hulu or ABC I give this show 5 out of 5 stars.
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Promo “Dye Hard” – Officer John Nolan is assigned his first rookie, Officer Celina Juarez, whose unconventional approach to police work poses a unique challenge for him on an all-new episode of “The Rookie,” SUNDAY, OCT. 9 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. “Dye Hard” was written by Natalie Callaghan and directed by Bethany Rooney.
Promo “Change of Perspective” – On their first day as surgical attendings, Dr. Shaun Murphy and Dr. Alex Park are introduced to the first year residents they will be overseeing, Dr. Danica Powell and Dr. Daniel Perez,who make quite the first impression. Meanwhile, Lim returns to work while facing her new reality and the emotions surrounding the changes on an all-new episode of “The Good Doctor,” MONDAY, OCT. 10 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-14, V) “Change of Perspective” was written by Thomas L. Moran and April Fitzsimmons, and directed by Anne Renton.
Promo “Star Crossed” – Garza’s unit gets roped into a complicated kidnapping case involving a forbidden relationship between two rival drug-dealing gangs. Meanwhile, Simone’s love life is heating up; Laura comes face-to-face with her past, and Carter tries to reconnect with his wife on an all-new episode of “The Rookie: Feds,” TUESDAY, OCT. 11 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-14, LV)
Sneak Peek “Parent Traps and Heart Attacks” – When a relative passes away unexpectedly, the family must debate about who should gain custody of a jaded nephew, who is just shy of his 18th birthday, on “The Conners,” WEDNESDAY, OCT. 12 (8:00-8:30 p.m. EDT), on ABC.
“Man of the House” – With everyone preoccupied with the new baby on the way, Erica’s graduation is met with lackluster enthusiasm from Beverly and Geoff. Meanwhile, Adam’s new job is in jeopardy and Barry tries to be the new man of the house on an all-new episode of “The Goldbergs,” WEDNESDAY, OCT. 12 (8:30-9:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-PG, DL)
Sneak Peek “Principal’s Office” – After Gregory sends a disruptive student to the principal’s office, he’s dismayed to find out the kids actually enjoy spending the supposed disciplinary time with Ava. Meanwhile, Melissa invites Janine over to her house to teach her how to cook, but Janine becomes determined to reunite Melissa with her estranged sister on “Abbott Elementary,” WEDNESDAY, OCT. 12 (9:00-9:31 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-PG) “Principal’s Office” was written by Brittani Nichols and directed by Shahrzad Davani.
“Wedding Bouquet, $150” – Reflecting on the past, we flashback to Tom and Marina’s wedding day. A defining moment in all the Hayworth’s lives, this catastrophic reception proves that while you cannot have your cake and eat it too, family sticks together for richer or poorer, better or worse, on an all-new episode of “Home Economics,” WEDNESDAY, OCT. 12 (9:31-10:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-PG, DL)“Wedding Bouquet, $150” was written by Julieanne Smolinski and directed by Michael McDonald.
ABC Big Sky: Deadly Trails- Wednesday, 10/12 Show More
Promo “Carrion Comfort” – TBA on “Big Sky: Deadly Trails,” WEDNESDAY, OCT. 12 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-14, LV Jenny and Beau investigate the bloody murder of a woman in her own backyard; Buck grows increasingly suspicious of Sunny; Cassie and Cormac discover something unimaginable out on the trail.)
Promo “Everybody’s Got Something to Hide Except Me and My Monkey” – Travis discusses his position in the mayoral race as he is determined to kick Dixon out, and Maya admits to blackmail. Meanwhile, the team is called to a fire at a run-down apartment complex that reveals an unsettling cause on a new episode of “Station 19,” THURSDAY, OCT. 13 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-14, DLSV) Guest starring is Kelly Thiebaud as Eva Vasquez, Diana Tanaka as Ivy and David Thompson as Ethan.
Promo “Wasn’t Expecting That” – The attending surgeons and interns work together to solve a medical mystery when a college kid comes in with what first looks like food poisoning but has escalating and dire complications. Meanwhile, Jo spends her day off with Bailey on a new episode of “Grey’s Anatomy,” THURSDAY, OCT. 13 (9:00-10:01 p.m. EDT), on ABC.
Promo “A Place We Came Together” – When Roz and Eileen find a lead in Gloria’s case, Eileen calls in a favor to help them track down the person of interest. Meanwhile, Claire investigates why beloved local restaurant Rita’s is selling to a big corporation. After landing her first front page story, Yuna learns that success in journalism sometimes comes at a cost on a new episode of “Alaska Daily,” THURSDAY, OCT. 13 (10:01-11:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC.
Trailer Returns for season 3. Episode 1: “It Takes Two” When Alexa investigates the death of a young teacher at a tango club, it’s not clear who is leading whom in a dangerous dance to discover the truth… Lucy Lawless (Xena: Warrior Princess, Parks and Recreation) stars in this contemporary Australian detective drama as retired cop Alexa Crowe. With her old boss (Bernard Curry, Once Upon a Time) regularly asking for her insight on cold cases and a young police data-analyst (Ebony Vagulans) eager to be mentored–whether Alexa wants to or not–Alexa can’t seem to stop solving crime.
ALLBLK Partners in Rhyme- Thursday, 10/13.Show More
Trailer Season 2 premiere. The eight-episode original series is co-created by trailblazing rap legend MC Lyte and acclaimed writer Bentley Kyle Evans (Martin, The Jamie Foxx Show). Fans were left hanging at the end of season 1, as Luscious T (Precious Way, ABC’s Queens) was faced with a major decision…stay in LA with her aunt, Lana Crawford (MC Lyte), or return home to be with her mother, Shay (Tammi Mac, Games People Play). The sophomore season picks up in the aftermath, resulting in deep personal turns for all the character’s relationships, as they are put to the test. Mekhi (Ron G., Insecure, Key & Peele) finally realizes he cannot ride on his sister, Lana’s, coattails forever and attempts to refocus his own goals. Lana’s relationship with Boston (Wesley Jonathan, Monogamy), undertakes more ups and downs that question where they land as a couple. High-power label executive, Hazel Wilson (Rolonda Watts) returns with more surprises. And with the label’s “cash cow” now in limbo, will she be able to push Lana to begin a new chapter? Executive Produced by Bentley Kyle Evans for Harvest Studio’s, MC Lyte and Lynn Richardson in association with production companies Sunni Gyrl and 3L Productions. And Brett Dismuke and Nikki Love serve as Executive Producers for ALLBLK.
Promo “Variant” (3:01AM ET) Eugene goes on the run, and Mercer is tasked to find him; Aaron’s group faces a complication on the road.
AMC+ Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire- Sunday, 10/9Show More
Promo “Is My Very Nature That of a Devil” #102 (3:01AM ET) Louis’s relationship with Lestat is tested when Azalea Hall is threatened in the lead-up to WWII.
Trailer 12:01 AM series premiere. Apple TV+ today unveiled a first look at “Shantaram,” a new drama series starring Charlie Hunnam (“Sons of Anarchy”), and based on the internationally bestselling novel by Gregory David Roberts. The highly anticipated Apple Original series is a hopeful cinematic love story coupled with a thrilling epic adventure that follows one man’s journey to redemption through a country that changes his life. “Shantaram” will make its global debut with the first three episodes of its 12-episode first season on Friday, October 14, 2022, followed by one new episode weekly every Friday through December 16, 2022, on Apple TV+. “Shantaram” follows a fugitive named Lin Ford (Hunnam) looking to get lost in vibrant and chaotic 1980s Bombay. Alone in an unfamiliar city, Lin struggles to avoid the trouble he’s running from in this new place. After falling for an enigmatic and intriguing woman named Karla, Lin must choose between freedom or love and the complications that come with it.
Promo Season 3, episode 11 “Don’t Chi Away” With the AL facility not proving very profitable and Sandra about preparing to go off to college, Jeremy is re-assessing the family’s financial future.
Season 3, episode 1. “An Eye for an Eye” Hunter seeks retribution against someone close to him after the attempt on his life. Jason harasses a Secret Service agent, and Sharon ties to figure out what happened to Dale.
“Paynful Plan” Season 10, episode 11. After noticing he has been taking Ella for granted, Curtis is determined to show her she is still the love of his life. With their 40th wedding anniversary approaching he recruits Calvin and CJ to make his perfect plan come to life.
Preview Season 5 premiere: “Pain and Suffering” Andi confronts Gary about his intention to lawyer up against her; Karen’s health is at risk as she comes to terms with her depth of love for Zac.
BET+ Carl Weber’s The Family Business- Thursday, 10/13Show More
#408 (3:01AM ET) “The Return” With their backs against the wall, the Duncans take a huge gamble and play all their cards.
10/11c #107: “Trouble at Home” When Zac is caught in an unforeseen situation due to Belinda, his happy home with Fatima is threatened. Fatima is blind-sided when she returns home and discovers Deja moving in next door. and #108: “About Last Night” Fatima isn’t too fond of their new neighbor, which causes Fatima to go into research mode. After Jake finds the courage to open up to Zac further, it leaves them in a questionable situation.
Promo THE TEAM HELPS AN NYFD FIREFIGHTER’S DAUGHTER AFTER HER FATHER SUDDENLY GOES MISSING, ON “THE EQUALIZER,” SUNDAY, OCT. 9 Editor’s Note: This storyline has been updated to read “NYFD” instead of “NYPD.” “Where There’s Smoke” – The team helps an NYFD firefighter’s daughter when her father suddenly goes missing. Also, Aunt Vi and Delilah continue to cope after McCall’s abduction, on the CBS Original series THE EQUALIZER, Sunday, Oct. 9 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. WRITTEN BY: Joe Gazzam BASED ON: The original series by Richard Lindheim & Michael Sloan DIRECTED BY: Randy Zisk
Promo DEPUTY INSPECTOR REGINA HAYWOOD FIGHTS TO ENSURE TWO MURDER CASES RECEIVE THE SAME RESOURCES TO BRING THE PERPETRATORS TO JUSTICE, ON “EAST NEW YORK,” SUNDAY, OCT. 9 New CBS Original Drama Makes the Move to Its Regular 9 PM Time Slot “Misdemeanor Homicide” – When two homicide victims – a young man from the housing projects and a fast-rising hedge fund partner – are discovered in the community, Deputy Inspector Regina Haywood fights to ensure both cases receive the same resources to bring the perpetrators to justice, on EAST NEW YORK, Sunday, Oct. 9 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. WRITTEN BY: William Finkelstein DIRECTED BY: Mike Robin Repeats Saturday at 9.
Promo THE NCIS TEAM SEARCHES FOR A SUSPECT AND THEIR MOTIVE FOLLOWING THE BOMBING OF A LARGE FACILITY WHERE MILITARY COMBAT DRONES ARE ASSEMBLED, ON THE 14TH SEASON PREMIERE OF “NCIS: LOS ANGELES,” SUNDAY, OCT. 9 “Game of Drones” – The NCIS team searches for a suspect and their motive following the bombing of a large facility where military combat drones are assembled. Also, Callen and Kilbride get troubling news about a body found in Syria, on the 14th season premiere of the CBS Original series NCIS: LOS ANGELES, Sunday, Oct. 9 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. WRITTEN BY: R. Scott Gemmill DIRECTED BY: Kevin Berlandi
CBS Welcome to the Neighborhood- Monday, 10/10 Show More
Sneak Peek DAVE VOLUNTEERS TO COUNSEL CALVIN IN ORDER TO LOG HOURS TOWARD HIS THERAPIST CERTIFICATION, ON “THE NEIGHBORHOOD,” MONDAY, OCT. 10 “Welcome to the New Deal” – When Calvin is overwhelmed by work, Dave volunteers to counsel his friend, while also logging hours necessary for his therapist certification at the VA. Also, Tina confides in Gemma that she’s eager to make a career change, on THE NEIGHBORHOOD, Monday, Oct. 10 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. WRITTEN BY: Teri Schaffer DIRECTED BY: Victor Gonzalez
Sneak Peek HAVING SPURNED HER FAMILY WHEN SHE QUIT MAXDOT, CHRISTINA TURNS TO ABISHOLA WHEN SHE’S FIRED FROM TOESEY WOESIES, ON “BOB ♥ ABISHOLA,” MONDAY, OCT. 10 “Inner Boss Bitch” – Having spurned her family when she quit MaxDot, Christina turns to Abishola when she’s fired from Toesey Woesies. Also, Bob and Uncle Tunde go fishing, on the CBS Original series BOB ♥ ABISHOLA, Monday, Oct. 10 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Gina Yashere and Matt Ross TELEPLAY BY: Carla Filisha, Dave Pilson and Jamarcus Turner DIRECTED BY: Beth McCarthy-Miller
AGENT KNIGHT’S PAST RESURFACES WHEN HER EX-BOYFRIEND TEAMS UP WITH NCIS TO INVESTIGATE A CAMPSITE MURDER, ON “NCIS,” MONDAY, OCT 10 Promo “Leave No Trace” – Agent Knight’s past resurfaces when her ex-boyfriend, a National Parks Service agent, teams up with NCIS to investigate a campsite murder, on the CBS Original Series NCIS, Monday, Oct 10 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. WRITTEN BY: Chad Gomez Creasey DIRECTED BY: William Webb
WHEN A NAVY SAILOR WASHES UP DEAD IN A SACRED, FORBIDDEN KAPU SITE, THE NCIS TEAM BRINGS CGIS SPECIAL AGENT PIKE TO HELP UNMASK THE MYSTERY AND CATCH A POSSIBLE SERIAL KILLER ON THE ISLAND, ON “NCIS: HAWAI’I,” MONDAY, OCT. 10 LeVar Burton Returns to Direct Promo “Primal Fear” – When a Navy sailor washes up dead in a sacred, forbidden kapu site, the NCIS team brings CGIS Special Agent Pike to unmask the mystery and catch a possible serial killer on the island. Also, Tennant meets Alex’s new girlfriend, on the CBS Original series NCIS: HAWAI’I, Monday, Oct. 10 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. This episode is directed by LeVar Burton. WRITTEN BY: Ron McGee DIRECTED BY: LeVar Burton
Promo THE TEAM INVESTIGATES A SERIES OF BRUTAL ASSAULTS WHILE OA HIDES INFORMATION ABOUT HIS OWN MUGGING, ON “FBI,” TUESDAY, OCT. 11 Carlos Gomez Guest Stars as NYPD Detective Chavez “Victim” – The team investigates a series of brutal assaults while OA withholds information about his own attack and mugging from earlier that morning. Carlos Gomez guest stars as NYPD Detective Chavez, who is tracking the perpetrators of OA’s attack, on the CBS Original Series FBI, Tuesday, Oct. 11 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network WRITTEN BY: Rick Eid & Joe Halpin DIRECTED BY: Carlos Bernard
Promo THE FLY TEAM RACES AGAINST THE CLOCK TO ORGANIZE THE RELEASE OF A FORMER U.S. MARINE DETAINED IN ISTANBUL, ON “FBI: INTERNATIONAL,” TUESDAY, OCT. 11 “Copper Pots and Daggers” – When a former U.S. Marine is detained in Istanbul on a charge of smuggling antiquities, the Fly Team races against the clock to organize her release before the Turkish police learn the truth behind her visit, on the CBS Original Series FBI: INTERNATIONAL, Tuesday, Oct. 11 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. WRITTEN BY: Roxanne Paredes DIRECTED BY: Avi Youabian
Promo AFTER A GEOLOGY PROFESSOR IS MURDERED, THE TEAM UNCOVERS AN ANCIENT LEGEND REGARDING A SECRET TREASURE AND ENCOUNTERS A DANGEROUS FUGITIVE WHO WILL KILL TO FIND THE GOLD, ON “FBI: MOST WANTED,” TUESDAY, OCT. 11 “Gold Diggers” – The murder of a geology professor leads the team to uncover an ancient legend regarding a secret treasure dating to the civil war, and they encounter a deadly fugitive determined to kill to find the gold. Meanwhile, an old friend from Remy’s past shakes up his relationship with April, on the CBS Original series FBI: MOST WANTED, Tuesday, Oct. 11 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network WRITTEN BY: Stephanie SenGupta DIRECTED BY: Don McCutcheon
Promo SHELDON WRESTLES WITH THE ETHICS OF SCIENCE, ON “YOUNG SHELDON,” THURSDAY, OCT 13 “Passion’s Harvest and a Sheldocracy” – Sheldon must choose sides in an ethical dilemma. Also, Mary tries her hand at writing and Mandy needs a new place to live, on YOUNG SHELDON, Thursday, Oct 13 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. STORY BY: Chuck Lorre, Steven Molaro & Connor Kilpatrick TELEPLAY BY: Steve Holland, Nick Bakay & Marie Cheng DIRECTED BY: Jeremy Howe
Promo SAM BECOMES ALARMED WHEN THE GHOSTS SUGGEST THAT JAY’S NEW FRIENDS MAY BE PART OF A CULT, AND PETE CHANGES HIS ATTITUDE WHEN SASAPPIS CRITICIZES HIS UNENDING CHEERINESS, ON “GHOSTS,” THURSDAY, OCT. 13 Drew Tarver Guest Stars as the Cult Leader, Micah. “Jay’s Friends” – Sam becomes alarmed when the ghosts suggest Jay’s new friends may be part of a cult run by a charismatic leader named Micah (Drew Tarver). Also, Pete changes his attitude after Sasappis criticizes his unceasing cheeriness, on the CBS Original series GHOSTS, Thursday, Oct. 13 (8:31-9:01 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. WRITTEN BY: Guy Endore-Kaiser DIRECTED BY: Trent O’Donnell
Promo WHEN TODD REUNITES WITH A CHILDHOOD FRIEND WITH A CHECKERED PAST, HE CONVINCES MARGARET TO REPRESENT HIM IN A MINOR LEGAL CASE, ON “SO HELP ME TODD,” THURSDAY, OCT. 13 “Second Second Chance” – When Todd reunites with a childhood friend with a checkered past, he convinces Margaret to represent him in a minor legal case, on the new CBS Original drama SO HELP ME TODD, Thursday, Oct. 13 (9:01-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. WRITTEN BY: Lisa Kyonga Parsons DIRECTED BY: Robert Duncan McNeill
THE CSI TEAM INVESTIGATES THE DEATH OF A WOMAN FOUND INSIDE AN ABANDONED CAR IN A NEVADA GHOST TOWN, ON “CSI: VEGAS,” THURSDAY, OCT. 13 Promo “Story of a Gun” – The CSI team investigates after a group of teens discover a dead woman behind the wheel of an abandoned car in a Nevada ghost town, on the CBS Original series CSI: VEGAS, Thursday, Oct. 13 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. WRITTEN BY: Safia M. Dirie DIRECTED BY: Antonio Negret
Promo THE CREW JOINS FORCES TO PROTECT EDGEWATER FROM A TREACHEROUS STORM, WHILE BODE’S FUTURE WITH THE SQUAD HANGS IN THE BALANCE, ON “FIRE COUNTRY,” FRIDAY, OCT. 14 “The Fresh Prince of Edgewater” – After Bode requests to be transferred to a different city, his future in Edgewater hangs in the balance. Meanwhile, the crew joins forces to protect the town from a treacherous storm, on FIRE COUNTRY, Friday, Oct. 14 (9:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. WRITTEN BY: Natalia Fernandez DIRECTED BY: Dermott Downes
Promo FRANK CAUSES FAMILY TENSION WHEN HE ANNOUNCES HE WILL NOT ENDORSE ERIN’S RUN FOR DISTRICT ATTORNEY, ON “BLUE BLOODS,” FRIDAY, OCT. 14 “First Blush” – Frank causes family tension when he announces he will not endorse Erin’s run for district attorney. Also, Danny and Baez investigate a bloody crime scene at a hotel, and Jamie begins a new job as a field intelligence sergeant that requires him to keep secrets from his family, on BLUE BLOODS, Friday, Oct. 14 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. STORY BY: Brian Burns & James Nuciforo WRITTEN BY: Brian Burns DIRECTED BY: Alex Zakrzewski
Crunchyroll More Than a Married Couple, But Not Lovers- Sunday, 10/9 Show More
Animated. Trailer Set in a high school where students are forced to live as a pseudo couple as a part of a curriculum. Jiro Yakuin is paired with Akari Watanabe, who is the complete opposite of him, in the traditional “marital training” class. At the suggestion of Akari, they start living as a pseudo couple in order to get the right to exchange pairs, which is given to the top performers. They practice various activities such as the first kiss in order to earn points, but as they come to understand each other’s personalities and thoughts, they unintentionally become closer and come to like each other. Episode 1: “Living in the Same Place, but Not Together.” Paired with beautiful, outgoing gyaru Watanabe Akari for his high school marriage practical course, introverted Yakuin Jiro agrees to act the perfect couple so that they can score high enough to switch partners and be placed with their crushes.
Promo Anime. Denji is a teenage boy living with a Chainsaw Devil named Pochita. Due to the debt his father left behind, he has been living a rock-bottom life while repaying his debt by harvesting devil corpses with Pochita. One day, Denji is betrayed and killed. As his consciousness fades, he makes a contract with Pochita and gets revived as “Chainsaw Man” — a man with a devil’s heart.
Crunchyroll The Little Lies We All Tell- Saturday, 10/15Show More
Sneak Peek Anime. Rikka, Chiyo, Sekine, and Tsubasa are a group of friends who attend the same all-girls school. They seem like ordinary eighth-graders, but each of them has a secret they can’t tell anyone… An alien, a runaway ninja, a superpower user, and a boy in disguise?! Their classroom, and Earth itself, are about to be destroyed because of a little blunder?! All four of these girls have a secret that makes them more than what they seem, but it’s the lies they tell that allow them to stay together… Lying is the beginning of friendship?! That’s the idea behind this chaotic school comedy like nothing you’ve experienced before!
Promo (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) “Parenthood” (TV-14, DLS) (HDTV) PARENTHOOD – Abigail (Jewel Staite) and Daniel (Zach Smadu) represent a couple with Down syndrome who must prove to authorities they are fit to raise their unborn child. Social services has threatened to take the baby away unless Ellie and Levi can prove they are capable parents. Abigail and Daniel agree to represent them and try creative ways to come up with a workable parenting plan, but obstacles – including Harry (Victor Garber) – litter their path. Meanwhile, Lucy (Genelle Williams) prefers to avoid the whole topic of parenthood altogether, which proves difficult when her wife Maggie (guest star Ali Liebert) ups the pressure to start a family. And when Abigail discovers Nico (guest star Brenden Sunderland) is being bullied at school, she confronts his tormentor but takes it too far. Lauren Holly also stars. The episode was written by Susin Nielsen and directed by Jordan Canning (#102). Original airdate 10/9/2022.
Promo (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, V) (HDTV) “Cutting Coroners” — FROM ALL SIDES – Things are off to a rocky start with the new coroner who’s been filling in for Jenny (Serinda Swan). She faces friction on all fronts when the death of a teenaged girl sparks tension between Jenny and her long-lost mother, Peggy (Jennifer Dale). Detective Donovan McAvoy (Roger Cross) and Detective Malik Abed (Andy McQueen) deal with the aftermath of a dangerous confrontation, while Donovan faces issues at home. Also starring Ehren Kassam, Thom Allison, Kiley May, Jon De Leon, Shawn Ahmed and Sarah Podemski. Ruba Nadda directed the episode written by Shannon Masters (#402). Original airdate 10/9/2022.
Trailer (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) “Ludacrismas” — (TV-PG, L) (HDTV) SEASON PREMIERE – With everyone on holiday break, Spencer (Daniel Ezra), decides to throw an epic Christmas party, with the help of JJ (Hunter Clowdus) and Asher (Cody Christian), as an excuse to bring him and Olivia (Samantha Logan) closer. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) gets news about his hand, but he isn’t sure what to do. After weeks of research, Olivia and Billy (Taye Diggs) think they may have a breakthrough on their investigation. Layla (Greta Onieogou) decides to take matters into her own hands to get her dad’s company back. Meanwhile, Coop (Bre-Z) feels replaced when Laura (Monet Mazur) makes a change in the office, which makes Coop think about her future. Nikhil Paniz directed the episode written by Nkechi Okoro Carroll & Carrie Gutenberg (#501). Original airdate 10/10/2022.
The CW All American: Homecoming- Monday, 10/10 Show More
Trailer (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) “We Need A Resolution” — (Content Rating TBD) (HDTV) SEASON PREMIERE – After the holiday break, Simone (Geffri Maya) returns to Bringston ready to focus solely on tennis and learns what it’s really like to be top six. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) is faced with a decision he’s been putting off since before the holidays. Frustrated with how Cam (Mitchell Edwards) is treating her, Keisha (Netta Walker) reverts to her old ways and throws a last-minute New Year’s Eve party. Meanwhile, Amara (Kelly Jenrette) and Coach Marcus (Cory Hardrict) try to adjust to their new environments and challenges. Michael Schultz directed the episode written by Nkechi Okoro Carroll (#201). Original airdate 10/10/2022.
Trailer (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) “Pilot” — (TV-14, LV) (HDTV) SERIES PREMIERE – Before Sam and Dean, there were their parents, John and Mary. Told from the perspective of narrator Dean Winchester (Jensen Ackles), THE WINCHESTERS is the epic, untold love story of how John Winchester (Drake Rodger) met Mary Campbell (Meg Donnelly) and put it all on the line to not only save their love, but the entire world. When John returns home from fighting in Vietnam, a mysterious encounter sparks a new mission to trace his father’s past. In his journey, he crosses paths with 19-year-old demon hunter Mary, who is also searching for answers after the disappearance of her own father. Together, the two join forces with young hunter-in-training Latika (Nida Khurshid) and easygoing hunter Carlos (Jonathan “Jojo” Fleites) to uncover the hidden truths about both their families. Their investigation leads them to a rare book emporium, whose owner Ada (Demetria McKinney) takes an interest to the occult and could provide the missing pieces to their puzzle. But secrets run deep for both the Winchesters and Campbells, and despite the best efforts of John’s mother Millie (Bianca Kajlich) to protect her son from pursuing a dangerous life of demon hunting, John and Mary are both determined to work together to uphold their families’ legacies while beginning to form a family of their own. Glen Winter directed the episode written by Robbie Thompson (#101). Original airdate 10/11/2022. Every episode of THE WINCHESTERS is available to stream on The CW App and CWTV.com the day after broadcast for free and without a subscription, log-in or authentication required.
The CW The Professionals- Tuesday, 10/11 Show More
Trailer (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) “Snipe Hunt” — (TV-14, LV) (HDTV) SERIES PREMIERE – Multi-billionaire and philanthropist Peter Swann (Brendan Fraser) wants to set new standards in modern medicine. The satellite-supported “Panacea” project is intended to identify at an early stage in which regions of the world viral diseases break out and to guarantee the rapid supply of vaccines to people. At the Dublin headquarters of the Swann corporate empire, Peter and his fiancée, the physician Dr. Grace Davila (Elena Anaya), follow the transmission of the rocket launch but the highly sophisticated satellite cannot make it into orbit. Peter thinks it was sabotaged, but he has no proof. Grace convinces him to bring in security expert Vincent Corbo (Tom Welling) to investigate. The Private Military Contractor (PMC) and Grace had a relationship seven years ago, after Vincent saved the doctor’s life during an operation in the Syrian-Iraqi border area. Vincent, Peter and Grace travel to French Guyana. They quickly find the first clues of a conspiracy, not only against the “Panacea” project, but against Peter’s entire company. Bharat Nalluri directed the episode written by Jeff Most and Michael Colleary (#101). Original airdate 10/11/2022. Every episode of PROFESSIONALS will be available to stream on The CW App and CWTV.com the day after broadcast for free and without a subscription, log-in or authentication required.
Promo (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) “Frenemies – Chapter Six: The Betrayal” — (TV-PG, LV) (HDTV) CLASHING FRENEMIES — After learning that Courtney (Brec Bassinger) has been spending time with Cameron, Pat (Luke Wilson) and Barbara (Amy Smart) go on a recon mission to see if the Mahkents pose a threat. Meanwhile, Sylvester (Joel McHale) steps in to fill the void left by Courtney, and tensions between Yolanda (Yvette Monreal) and Cindy (Meg DeLacy) reach new heights. Cameron Gellman, Anjelika Washington, Trae Romano, Hunter Sansone and Alkoya Brunson also star. Lea Thompson directed the episode written by Alfredo Septien & Turi Meyer (#306). Original airdate 10/12/2022. Every episode of DC’S STARGIRL will be available to stream on The CW App and CWTV.com the day after broadcast for free and without a subscription, log-in or authentication required.
Promo (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) “Risk” — (TV-PG, V) (HDTV) KIM RHODES GUEST STARS — When someone from Nicky’s (Olivia Liang) past shows up unexpectedly, she reaches out to Ryan (Jon Prasida) for help uncovering why. Jin (Tzi Ma) takes on the Chinatown Council, while Evan (Gavin Stenhouse) and Althea (Shannon Dang) investigate what may be behind the city’s recent rise in crime. Finally, Mei-Li (Kheng Hua Tan) meets with Carrie (guest star Kim Rhodes), the representative of a restaurant investment group, and Henry’s (Eddie Liu) globetrotting search brings him to one of his father’s former allies. Tony Chung, Vanessa Kai and Yvonne Chapman also star. Geoff Shotz directed the episode written by Dan Hamamura (#302). Original airdate 10/12/2022. Every episode of KUNG FU will be available to stream on The CW App and CWTV.com the day after broadcast for free and without a subscription, log-in or authentication required.
Promo (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) “Sittin’ on a Rainbow” — (TV-14, V) (HDTV) WHATEVER IT TAKES – While Cassie (Ashley Reyes) and James (Coby Bell) lead the charge to find Walker (Jared Padalecki), the situation goes from bad to worse when Liam (Keegan Allen) also goes missing. Meanwhile, Stella (Violet Brinson) and August (Kale Culley) pursue a lead of their own. Austin Nichols directed the episode written by Aaron Carew (#302). Original airdate 10/13/2022. Every episode of WALKER will be available to stream on The CW App and CWTV.com the day after broadcast for free and without a subscription, log-in or authentication required.
The CW Walker: Independence- Thursday, 10/13 Show More
Promo (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) “Home to a Stranger” — (TV-PG, LV) (HDTV) KEEP YOUR ENEMIES CLOSER – Abby (Katherine McNamara) is joined by rough and tumble outlaw Hoyt (Matt Barr) and Apache scout, Calian (Justin Johnson Cortez), when she revisits the tragic site of her life’s demise in search of clues to help uncover the cold-blooded killer hiding in town. Meanwhile, new Sheriff Tom Davidson (Greg Hovanessian), and the town’s loyal Deputy, Gus (Philemon Chambers), are determined to track down the “mysterious” man responsible for the recent bank robbery. Kate (Katie Findlay) badgers Hagan (guest star Mark Sheppard) into doing the right thing, and Lucia (Gabriela Quezada) finds a new friend – and discovers a surprising talent – in Kai (Lawrence Kao). As Abby says a final farewell to her old life and “what might have been” she begins to embrace a new start in Independence while she, Calian, and Hoyt hatch a plan to bring the real enemy to justice…but how close is she willing to get? The episode was written by Seamus Kevin Fahey and directed by Larry Teng (#102). Original airdate 10/13/2022.
Promo All episodes drop at once. In season two of “Big Shot,” Marvyn Korn (Stamos) returns to Westbrook with a new fire, ready to show that his basketball team belongs in D-2 and that he’s still the championship-winning, powerhouse coach he was in the NCAA. Marvyn’s latest plan toward relevance is to get his team broadcast on ESPN and his method is to recruit an unlikely player: Ava (Echeagaray), a gutsy beach volleyball phenom whose public tantrum got her ousted from her own sport. Between losing their assistant coach Holly Barrett (Gilsig) to a rival school, new friction amongst teammates, a sudden and unexpected proximity to boys, and off-the-court disasters that no one could’ve predicted, this season, the Westbrook Sirens have even more to prove. Cast: Sophia Mitri Schloss, John Stamos, Yvette Nicole Brown, Jessalyn Gilsig, Nell Verlaque, Tiana Le, Tisha Custodio, Cricket Wampler, Sara Echeagaray, Samuel Taylor, Charlie Hall
Promo (8:00-8:31 PM ET/PT) CC-HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 LISA JOINS THE BOY EXPLORER GROUP AND COMPETES WITH BART ON AN ALL-NEW “THE SIMPSONS” SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, ON FOX Anna Faris (“Mom”) Makes Guest Voice Appearance – When the Boy Explorers become co-ed, Bart and Lisa vow to “out scout” each other at the annual jamboree in the all-new “Lisa the Boy Scout” episode of THE SIMPSONS airing Sunday, Oct. 9 (8:00-8:31 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (SI-3321) (TV-PG L,V) Guest Voice Cast: Anna Faris as Female Hacker, Matthew Friend as Baby Jeff Goldblum [EDITOR’S NOTE: Audio descriptions for tonight’s episodes of THE SIMPSONS, THE GREAT NORTH, BOB’S BURGERS and FAMILY GUY are available on the SAP Audio Channel.]
(8:31-9:00 PM ET/PT) CC-HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 THE TOBINS FALL UNDER A SPELL ON AN ALL-NEW EPISODE OF “THE GREAT NORTH” SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, ON FOX All the Tobins fall under the spell of the Fall Frenzy Dance on the all-new “Autumn If You Got Em Adventure” episode of THE GREAT NORTH airing Sunday, Oct. 9 (8:31-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (GRN-222) (TV-14 D,L,S,V) Guest Cast: Brooke Dillman as Dell and Zoya, John Early as Henry, Jo Firestone, Ziwe Fumudoh as Amelia, John Gemberling, Patti Harrison as Debbie, David Herman as Gill Beavers and Santiago Carpaccio, Julio Torres as Crispin Cienfuegos, Ariel Tweto as Kima Brewper, Tuc Watkins
(9:00-9:30 PM ET/PT) CC-AD-HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 LOUISE PLANS FOR HER FUTURE ON AN ALL-NEW “BOB’S BURGERS” SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, ON FOX Ken Jeong Guest-Voices A school assignment about careers sends Louise (Kristen Schaal) spiraling, trying to imagine what her future might hold in the all-new “What About Job?” episode of BOB’S BURGERS airing Sunday, Oct 9 (9:00-9:30 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (BOB-1202) (TV-PG L,V) Guest Voice Cast: Ken Jeong as Dr. Yap; David Herman as Freddie Nogoodio; Brian Huskey as Rudy, Government Guy, Guard; Molly Shannon as Millie; Bobby Tisdale as Zeke; Phil Lamarr as Government Guy; Natalie Palamides as Drew Paige
Promo (9:30-10:00 PM ET/PT) CC-AD-HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 PA: Viewer discretion is advised. JOE ACCIDENTALLY SEES LOIS NAKED ON AN ALL-NEW “FAMILY GUY” SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, ON FOX Joe accidentally sees Lois naked, leading to a reinvigoration of his sex life with Bonnie. Meanwhile, Stewie is gifted an electric SUV and quickly embodies the “Range Rover” lifestyle in the all-new “A Wife-Changing Experience” episode of FAMILY GUY airing Sunday, Oct. 9 (9:30-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (FG-1920) (TV-14 D,L,S,V)
Promo (8:00-9:02 PM ET/PT) CC-HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 PA: Viewer discretion is advised. THE 118 RACE TO THE RESCUE WHEN A BIRDWATCHER IS TRAPPED UNDER A FALLEN TREE ON AN ALL-NEW “9-1-1” MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, ON FOX The 118 race to the rescue when a birdwatcher is trapped under a tree. Chimney is in for a wild ride when he tends to a drunk driver; Maddie helps a mother and her young daughter when an abusive father shows up at the their house; Eddie catches Christopher in a lie; Buck begins a year of “yes to possibilities” and immediately receives an interesting proposal from a former roommate in the all-new “Animal Instincts” episode of 9-1-1 airing Monday, Oct. 10 (8:00-9:02 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (NIN-603) (TV-14 D, L, S, V) [EDITOR’S NOTE: Audio descriptions for tonight’s episodes of 9-1-1 and THE CLEANING LADY are available on the SAP Audio Channel.]
Promo (9:02-10:00 PM ET/PT) CC-HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 PA: Viewer Discretion is advised. FIONA SEES A NEW SIDE OF THONY IN AN ALL-NEW EPISODE OF “THE CLEANING LADY,” MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, ON FOX After Fiona puts herself in a dangerous situation, Thony resorts to calling Arman for help, which continues to drive a wedge between Arman and Nadia. Meanwhile, Garrett works to get put back on the Cortez case, and Chris struggles with the emotional aftermath of recent events in the all-new “Bahala Na” episode of THE CLEANING LADY airing Monday, Oct. 10 (9:02-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (CLD-204) (TV-14 D, L, S, V) Guest Cast: Mac Brandt as Jon Price; Chelsea Frei as Maya; K.C. Collins as FBI Agent Tyler Jefferson; Jordyn Aurora Aquino as Nina; Rory Keane as James; Landon Gunderson as Student.
Promo (8:00-9:02 PM ET/PT) CC-AD-HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 PA: Viewer discretion is advised. CONRAD SPENDS THE DAY WITH GIGI ON AN ALL NEW “THE RESIDENT” TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11 ON FOX Ian is faced with performing a surgery on a Jane Doe NICU patient while he continues to struggle with his personal issues. Meanwhile, Conrad asks Devon to cover his shift so he can spend a day at home with an anxious Gigi in the all-new “It Won’t Be Like This For Long” episode of THE RESIDENT airing Tuesday, Oct. 11 (8:00-9:02 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (RES-607) (TV-14 L, S, V) [EDITOR’S NOTE: Audio descriptions for tonight’s episodes of THE RESIDENT and MONARCH are available on the SAP Audio Channel.]
Promo (9:02-10:00 PM ET/PT) CC- HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 THE ROMANS TAKE ON THEIR YEARLY CHRISTMAS SPECIAL ON AN ALL-NEW “MONARCH” TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, ON FOX Guest-Starring Faith Prince The Romans move forward with their traditional Family Christmas special. Clive blackmails Nicky, and Nicky’s publicist pushes her to go public with her romance with Wade. Meanwhile, Ace and Ana go on a date, Gigi rebels and Albie is stunned to learn what Dottie did on the all-new “Death and Christmas” episode of MONARCH airing Tuesday, Oct. 11 (9:02-10:00 PM ET/ PT) on FOX. (MRC-105) (TV-14 D,L,S,V) Guest Cast: Adam Croasdell as “Clive Grayson,” Callum Kerr as “Wade Stellings,” Eva Amurri as “Young Dottie Cantrell Roman,” Reshma Shetty as “Carineh,” Damon Dayoub as “Jamie Burke,” Faith Prince as “Nellie Cantrell” and Kevin Cahoon as “Earl Cox”
(9:02-9:30 PM ET/PT) CC- HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 PA: Viewer Discretion is advised. Preview KELLY MANIFESTS WITH BARB ON AN ALL-NEW “WELCOME TO FLATCH” THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, ON FOX Cheryl‘s chickens are making enough eggs to go around and Father Joe attempts to teach Shrub to drive. Meanwhile, Kelly’s career is taking off as Barb’s brand-new intern in the all-new “Maniflatch Destiny” episode of WELCOME TO FLATCH airing Thursday, October 13 (9:02-9:30 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (WFL-203) (TV-14 L)
Sneak Peek (9:30-10:00 PM ET/PT) CC- HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 KAT CONSIDERS MOTHERHOOD ON AN ALL-NEW “CALL ME KAT” THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, ON FOX Kat (Mayim Bialik) spends the day with Max (Cheyenne Jackson) and his nephew, Thor, and realizes she enjoys being around a baby. Carter (Julian Gant) confesses that he has lied to Randi (Kyla Pratt) about liking scary movies and his decision to watch them is haunting him in the all-new “Call Me Thor” episode of CALL ME KAT airing Thursday, Oct 13 (9:30-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (KAT-303) (TV-14 D, L) Guest Cast: Patricia Belcher as Barbara; Erica Hanrahan as Linda
Trailer 12:01 AM series premiere. Amazon Freevee has released the first footage of its long-awaited new series High School, an eight-episode coming-of-age drama based on the New York Times best-selling memoir of the same name from Grammy-nominated platinum recording artists Tegan and Sara Quin. The first four episodes of High School will premiere on Friday, October 14, with new episodes available every Friday exclusively on Amazon Freevee. Produced by Amazon Studios and Emmy-and Academy Award-winning Plan B Entertainment, High School is a story about finding your own identity – a journey made even more complicated when you have a twin whose own struggle and self-discovery so closely mimic your own. Told through a backdrop of ’90s grunge and rave culture, the series weaves between parallel and discordant memories of twin sisters growing up down the hall from one another. High School will make its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival this September.
“Ezra” (12:01AM ET) Dr. Strauss is honest with himself about his failures, past and present. A revelation about his relationship with Ezra leads him back to the urgency of escape. Sam loses faith in his doctor.
8:00 PM Movie. Sparks fly when a personal assistant plans her boss’s wedding with the groom’s handsome nephew. Starring Holly Deveaux & Drew Seeley
Hallmark Autumn in the City- Saturday, 10/15 Show More
Preview 8:00 PM Movie. Piper Grant (Teegarden) moves to New York for a fresh start and to find her career passion. As she bounces between different exciting temp jobs that take her all over the city, she meets Austin Edwards (Roderick), an aspiring writer. While Piper’s sunny optimism is at odds with Austin’s jaded personality, the magic of the autumn season soon brings them closer together. When Piper realizes her true passion is illustration, they decide to team up on a children’s book project, and in the process, they discover the thing they’re really searching for might be each other.
Preview “Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most” (8:00PM ET) Mick gets closer to the ones he loves while Evan and Luke push themselves away. Mick continues to rebuild his relationship with Megan. Luke recovers from a gunshot after stopping a robbery.
Movie. Trailer The week of her 50th birthday, Mindy, a divorced teacher, is going through a bonafide mid-life crisis as she prepares to host a long weekend at the lake with former boyfriend Sam, ex-husband Marc, and daughter Rita and her girlfriend Emily. In the process, Mindy begins to discover what it is she truly wants as she gets ready to start the next chapter. Starring Teri Hatcher and James Tupper.
Trailer Season 2 premiere: “No One Wants an Argument About Reality” After five long months, the passengers of Avenue 5 eagerly await their impending return to Earth while behind the scenes, Ryan and the crew struggle to find a way to reveal the much longer timeline of their journey home. Later, a disgraced Karen comes to blows with a newly famous Frank.
Trailer The life of 24 year old Helene (Mala Emde) is the complete opposite of a perfect Instagram world. She was also partly to blame for her parents divorce. When she meets cello teacher Oskar (Edin Hasanovic), Hell finally has a chance to live the life she imagines. All episodes drop.
HBO MAX Pennyworth: The Origin of Batman’s Butler- Thursday, 10/13Show More
“Silver Birch” (3:01AM ET) After Thomas is thrown behind bars, Patrick offers Alfie and a hesitant Daveboy a hefty sum to break his son out of jail. Promo
“Guilty Until Proven Innocent” (12:01AM ET) Jax and the team focus on jury selection. When Jax’s dad comes into town, Jax turns to Lewis for help, but finds relief from a new friend.
“Bewitched” (12:01AM ET) Bree pulls Reed into their old game of creating elaborate backstories for eccentric-looking strangers. Gordon enlists the writers to help Hannah get together with a woman she likes. Clay tries to make amends with Jerry. Zack wants to ask out a co-worker.
HULU The Handmaid’s Tale- Wednesday, 10/12Show More
Promo “Together” (12:01AM ET) June and Luke’s mission puts them in serious jeopardy. Serena senses a threat from her benefactors. Lawrence and Nick make a shocking power move.
“Don’t Go Wasting Your Emotion” (12:01AM ET) Pippa has complicated feelings after Wrigley meets her dad. Lucy makes a decision to protect Stephen. Preview
Hulu Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War- Monday, 10/10 Show More
Trailer Anime- series premiere. When a new enemy appears, Substitute Soul Reaper Ichigo Kurosaki jumps back into the battlefield with his Zanpakuto to help those in need.
Trailer Movie. Comedic twist on “Romeo & Juliet,” told from the perspective of Juliet’s cousin Rosaline, Romeo’s recent love interest. Heartbroken when Romeo meets Juliet and begins to pursue her, Rosaline schemes to foil the famous romance and win back her guy.
Lifetime The Shoplifting Pact- Friday, 10/14 Show More
8:00 PM Movie. After being home-schooled, Sky can’t wait to get back into the high school experience and make some friends. But, when her new gang seems to prefer shoplifting to hanging out, Sky wonders whether she’s fallen in with the wrong crowd. Stars Alicia Leigh Willis, Jhey Castles, and Houston Rhines (2022).
Lifetime Let’s Get Physical- Saturday, 10/15 Show More
Movie. Inspired by actual events, Let’s Get Physical is the story of fitness instructor Sadie (Jenna Dewan, The Rookie) who by day, taught fitness and dance to soccer moms, but by night led a double life running a sophisticated prostitution ring with a customer list that included very prominent men in the community. After an anonymous tip, authorities raided her studio, leading to Sadie’s indictment and ignited a firestorm in the small town leading everyone to ask, who exactly was on the client list. Dewan executive produces and stars alongside Jennifer Irwin (The Goldbergs) and Michael Consuelos (Riverdale). Let’s Get Physical is set to premiere Saturday, October 15 at 8/7c. See our interview with the stars and the preview!
Promo “A DECENT PROPOSAL” ORIGINAL 10/10/2022 (10:00PM – 11:00PM) (Monday) : Ben leaps to 1980’s Los Angeles and into the body of Eva Sandoval, a no-nonsense bounty hunter in the midst of securing an elusive target. Ben remembers more about his own life. TV-14
Promo “THE GREAT ESCAPE” ORIGINAL 10/11/2022 (09:00PM – 10:00PM) (Tuesday) : After an emotional reunion, Gavin and Eve attempt a daring escape from their unforgiving captors. Lucas leads a dangerous mission to the fort to reclaim the resources his friends so desperately need. TV-PG
Promo “HEAL THYSELF” ORIGINAL 10/11/2022 (10:00PM – 11:00PM) (Tuesday) : Max mandates a personal health day for the staff at New Amsterdam and meets with surprising resistance. Reynolds finds himself intrigued by a persuasive new member of the staff. Bloom struggles with job stress after being taken off an essential medication. Iggy goes on his first date. Max convinces Wilder to get much needed surgery. TV-14
Promo “THE APPLE DOESN’T FALL FAR FROM THE TEACHER” ORIGINAL 10/12/2022 (08:00PM – 09:00PM) (Wednesday) : When a subway train goes off the tracks, Crockett volunteers to help the victims. Vanessa and Will must decide if they’re willing to risk their jobs to save a patient. Hannah and Archer clash over a pregnant patient. TV-14
Promo “THE CENTER OF THE UNIVERSE” ORIGINAL 10/12/2022 (09:00PM – 10:00PM) (Wednesday) : Kidd gets a glimpse into Carver’s chaotic personal life. Mouch and Herrmann receive an unexpected gift. TV-14
Promo “DONDE VIVES” ORIGINAL 10/12/2022 (10:00PM – 11:00PM) (Wednesday) : A shocking murder pulls rookie officer Dante Torres into his own neighborhood. As Voight and Atwater help him navigate the case and manage tricky personal dynamics with wary neighbors, Torres realizes his life may be forever changed. TV-14
Promo “BENEFIT OF THE DOUBT” ORIGINAL 10/13/2022 (08:00PM – 09:00PM) (Thursday) : When the young author of a tell-all book is found dead, Cosgrove asks a former mentor for help with the case. Price has an uphill battle in court when a search and seizure is deemed illegal. TV-14
Promo “THE STEPS WE CANNOT TAKE” ORIGINAL 10/13/2022 (09:00PM – 10:00PM) (Thursday) : A home invasion and kidnapping leads the SVU to a shocking discovery. Muncy tries to fit in with the squad. TV-14
Promo “SPIRIT IN THE SKY” ORIGINAL 10/13/2022 (10:00PM – 11:00PM) (Thursday) : With a suspect in custody for Henry Cole’s murder, Reyes goes undercover at Rikers to gather more information from him. Pearl and Teddy make a difficult decision to ensure construction on the casino stays on schedule. TV-14
NBC Saturday Night Live- Saturday, 10/15 Show More
MEGAN THEE STALLION ORIGINAL 10/15/2022 (11:29PM – 01:02AM) (Saturday) TV-14 This week, rapper Megan Thee Stallion is pulling double duty as both host and musical guest on the Oct. 15 episode. The Houston native, 27, has appeared twice before: once as a musical guest in 2020 and in 2019 when she popped up with Chance The Rapper for the song “Handsome.” TV-14
Trailer 3:01 AM Inspired by stories from Native American tribes and the majestic landscapes of national parks of America, Spirit Rangers explores the adventure and beauty of nature through the eyes of Kodi, Summer and Eddy Skycedar, Chumash/Cowlitz siblings who share a secret. This trio of kids are “Spirit Rangers” who help protect the land and spirits of the national park that they call home in California. Taking on new perspectives as a grizzly bear cub, red-tailed hawk and spunky turtle, the Skycedar kids take on every challenge – from helping a lost thunderbird to waking a sleepy sun – with courage and compassion. Created by Santa Ynez Chumash tribal descendant and the first California Native American showrunner Karissa Valencia, the fantasy-adventure preschool series celebrates community, nature and the rich heritage of Native American storytelling.
3:01 AM series premiere. A marriage counselor tries to dissuade his warring clients from getting a divorce while juggling his own romantic dilemmas. Trailer
Netflix Belascoarán, PI- Wednesday, 10/12 Show More
Trailer Series Premiere. Héctor Belascoarán leaves his corporate job and dull marriage to become an independent detective and tackle shocking criminal cases in 1970s Mexico City.
Trailer 3:01 AM series premiere. Nutty Boy is an out-of-the-box kid with big ideas who loves involving everyone in his adventures — even though they don’t usually go as planned!
Netflix Someone Borrowed- Thursday, 10/13 Show More
Trailer Movie. To fulfill his mother’s dying wish and avoid being removed from her will, an inflexible bachelor hires an actress to play his fiancée.
Trailer 3:01 AM series premiere. A behind-the-scenes look at how entrepreneur Daniel Ek and financial partner Martin Lorentzon founded Spotify and revolutionized the music industry.
Sneak Peek 3:01 AM series premiere. Feast your eyes on these out-of-this-world images from the upcoming space horror anime series about mankind’s move to a new planet with the help of a technologically advanced 3D printer that also may come back to hurt them.
Trailer 3:01 AM series premiere. Ominous letters. Strange neighbors. Sinister threats. A family moves into their suburban dream home, only to discover they’ve inherited a nightmare.
Netflix The Curse of Bridge Hollow- Friday, 10/14 Show More
Trailer Movie. A Halloween-hating dad reluctantly teams up with his teenage daughter when an evil spirit wreaks havoc by making their town’s decorations come to life.
Trailer Series Premiere: After a disastrous set-up by their families, two teens strike up a tentative friendship at their summer program — but deeper feelings aren’t far behind. Starring: Prajakta Koli, Rohit Saraf, Vihaan Samat. Creators: Akarsh Khurana
Trailer 3:01 AM series premiere. A family hiding a shocking secret starts over in Madrid, where new relationships complicate their plans and the past begins to catch up with them.
Netflix Everything Calls for Salvation- Friday, 10/14 Show More
Trailer 3:01 AM series premiere. A young man spends a week in a psychiatric ward, where he meets five other patients and must contend with research-happy doctors and cynical nurses.
Netflix Black Butterflies- Friday, 10/14 3:01 AM Show More
Trailer is in French; series is in either French or English. series premiere. Low on inspiration for his second book, a gloomy novelist agrees to write a memoir for a dying man — and swiftly becomes part of his bloodstained past.
Netflix Under the Queen’s Umbrella- Saturday, 10/15 Show More
Trailer 3:01 AM A spirited queen tries to rein in her rowdy sons in order to make one of them the next king of Joseon, while her competitors vie to snatch the throne.
OWN Cherish the Day- Tuesday, 10/11 at 9:00pmShow More
“Sun Has Shine” Ellis and Sunday take a long drive to visit Sunday’s grandmother, during which they share their dreams with one another.
“Soothing Electric Vibration” Ralph Angel struggles to adjust to his new circumstances, and an NDA from Chase triggers Darla. Plus, Micah receives an unexpected visit over his questionable decisions, and everyone celebrates Prosper and Sandy’s upcoming nuptials.
“Phantom Pattern” (3:01AM ET)BRAVO works with the YPJ to suss out who is responsible for the bombing of the U.S.S. Crampton while struggling to accept their newest Team Member.
Paramount+ The Good Fight- Thursday, 10/13Show More
Preview #605 (3:01AM ET) “The End of a Saturday” Ri’Chard’s nephew loses his bone marrow donor and it’s all hands on deck at Reddick & Associates to save his life. In the midst of the search, Liz discovers Ri’Chard has a hidden agenda.
Paramount+ Mike Judge’s Beavis and Butthead- Wednesday, 10/12Show More
“The Most Dangerous Game/Bone Hunters” In order to prevent the other from putting their hand in a bowl of warm water, causing them to pee their pants, Beavis and Butt-Head stay awake for several days./Beavis and Butt-Head construct a dinosaur skeleton out of bones from a BBQ.
“Crisis Point 2: Paradoxus” (3:01AM ET) Boimler’s holodeck movie sequel tries to live up to the original.
Peacock A Friend of the Family- Thursday, 10/13Show More
promo #104 (3:01AM ET) “The Bitter Cup” When the Brobergs’ marriage is thrown into jeopardy, Bob and Mary Ann must face the terrible consequences of their mistakes; B. strengthens his sinister hold over Jan.
Trailer Movie. Four years after her last encounter with Michael Myers, Laurie Strode finally decides to liberate herself and embrace life. However, a local murder unleashes a cascade of violence and terror, forcing her to confront the evil she can’t control. Starring: Jamie Lee Curtis, James Jude Courtney, Will Patton, Kyle Richards, Andi Matichak, Rohan Campbell, Nick Castle, Stephanie McIntyr. Written By: Chris Bernier, David Gordon Green, Paul Brad Logan, Danny McBride. Based on Characters created by: John Carpenter, Debra Hill. Director: David Gordon Green. Executive Producers: Joh Carpenter, Jamie Lee Curtis, Ryan Friemann, David Gordon Green, Danny McBride, Couper Samuelson, Ryan Turek, Jeanette Volturno, Christopher H. Warner
Showtime Let the Right One In- Sunday, 10/9Show More
Trailer A genre-bending thriller starring Oscar nominee Demián Bichir. Bichir and Madison Taylor Baez play father and daughter, Mark and Eleanor, whose lives have never been the same since Eleanor was turned into a vampire a decade ago. Keeping the secret and staying alive present not only terrifying but emotionally-charged challenges, especially when Mark and Eleanor become enmeshed in the lives of others. “Let the Right One In” will premiere on streaming and on-demand Friday, October 7th, before its on air debut on Showtime Sunday, October 9th. See Our Interview with the Cast!
Trailer Movie. Diana, a prostitute who was blinded by a serial killer in a botched attack, takes in a young Chinese boy named Chin, abruptly altering both of their lives forever.
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ABC America’s Funniest Home Videos- Sunday, 10/9 Show More
“3302” – On an all-new episode, it’s birds causing trouble, clips of wind wreaking havoc on people, plus, a boy gives his mom tips on how to flirt on “America’s Funniest Home Videos,” airing SUNDAY, OCT. 9 (7:00-8:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-PG).
“Quarterfinal #3: Constance Wu, Ike Barinholtz and Jalen Rose” – On the last quarterfinal round of the “Celebrity Jeopardy!” season, celebrities Constance Wu (“Fresh Off the Boat”), Ike Barinholtz (“The Mindy Project”) and Jalen Rose (ESPN sports analyst) test their knowledge while battling for the final spot in the Semifinal round, SUNDAY, OCT. 9 (8:00-9:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.
ABC Celebrity Wheel of Fortune- Sunday, 10/9 Show More
“Nikki Glaser, Tig Notaro and Thomas Lennon” – Hosted by pop-culture legends Pat Sajak and Vanna White, “Celebrity Wheel of Fortune” takes a star-studded spin on America’s Game® by welcoming celebrities to spin the world’s most famous Wheel and solve puzzles for a chance to win more than $1 million. All the money won by the celebrity contestants will go to a charity of their choice, SUNDAY, OCT. 9 (9:00-10:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-PG) This episode’s celebrity contestants include Nikki Glaser (playing for Ocean Conservancy), Tig Notaro (playing for World Resources Institute) and Thomas Lennon (playing for Dogs Without Borders).
“804” – After Teddi’s exit sends shockwaves through the beach, a flock of single ladies races to make the first move on the hottest new arrival, Rodney; but Genevieve has eyes for another new guy, which sends her existing relationship into rocky waters. Meanwhile, it’s nothing but smooth sailing for lovebirds Serene and Brandon, whose relationship only grows after they receive a much-anticipated date card. Later, Ashley and Jared attempt to turn up the heat in their own romance, but will their night end with a bang? The next episode of “Bachelor in Paradise” airs MONDAY, OCT. 10 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-14, DL) Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.
ABC Bachelor in Paradise- Tuesday, 10/11 Show More
“805” – With the rose ceremony fast approaching, the remaining single men begin to question how many days they have left in Paradise; but it’s not long before new drama takes center stage. That’s right, Salley has arrived, finally ready to hit the beach and two daring women jump at the opportunity to confront her right away about her intentions. Then, Shanae faces double trouble as she sorts out her feelings for two suitors, and Ashley and Jared make the most out of their last night on the beach. Later, during a full moon, one newly formed couple has a romantic breakthrough and reveals it all on “Bachelor in Paradise,” TUESDAY, OCT. 11 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-14, DLS) Watch episodes on demand and on Hulu the day following their premieres.
“1404” – First into the Tank are entrepreneurs from Austin, Texas, who introduce their all-inclusive solution to make moving to and from college as easy as ever. An entrepreneur from Florissant, Missouri, presents her handmade, African-inspired home-decor line; while an entrepreneur from Los Angeles hopes to give all the highs of life without the booze with her natural nonalcoholic beverage. An entrepreneur from San Francisco is in the business of improving air quality with his smart product designed to bring clean air into homes on an all-new episode of “Shark Tank” airing FRIDAY, OCT. 14 (8:00-9:01 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (TV-PG, L) In a “Shark Tank” update, Oliver Zak from Chagrin Falls, Ohio, and Selom Ogbitor from Dallas and their investor Mark Cuban give an update on Mad Rabbit, their tattoo aftercare line made with all-natural and organic ingredients. The Sharks in this episode are Mark Cuban, Daymond John, Kevin O’Leary, Lori Greiner and Robert Herjavec.
ABC College Football Countdown- Saturday, 10/15, 730PM Show More
Nissan Pregame Drive A look at the day’s college gridiron action, featuring news, highlights and game previews.
ABC Saturday Night Football- Saturday, 10/15 Show More
737PM Presented by Capital One Clemson at Florida State. From Doak Campbell Stadium.
Bravo The Real Housewives of Potomac- Sunday, 10/9Show More
Preview Season 7, episode 1: The Darbys might divorce, but Ashley’s story doesn’t quite add up; Wendy explores a new venture; Mia’s murky social media behavior is questionable; Karen hosts a spring fling celebration of life party; some of the ladies are confronted on their lies.
Bravo The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City- Wednesday, 10/12Show More
Preview “Courtside Conundrum” Whitney shares information about her childhood with the group; Meredith and Lisa have a short-lived clemency; Heather calls out Meredith on her superiority complex; Jen hosts a party in honour of Meredith but chaos ensues.
“60 MINUTES” LISTINGS FOR SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9 TAIWAN – As tensions keep rising between the U.S. and China over Taiwan, 60 MINUTES’ Lesley Stahl travels to the island – a progressive, thriving democracy – to see how people on the ground are reacting and preparing for the possibility of a Chinese invasion. Shachar Bar-On and Jacqueline Williams are the producers. (postponed from last week) AFTER IAN – 60 MINUTES spans the affected coastline of southwestern Florida in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. Correspondent Bill Whitaker and his team return to Sanibel Island with a family to discover what happened to their home and visit America’s first sustainably designed, hurricane-proofed, solar-powered town, which suffered almost no damage after a direct hit from the category four storm. Graham Messick and Marc Lieberman are the producers. CHURCH AND STATE – preview As the Southern Baptist Convention finds itself at the center of a sexual abuse scandal under investigation by the U.S. Justice Department, 60 MINUTES’ Anderson Cooper meets the convention’s newly elected president, Bart Barber, who was tapped in June to lead the largest evangelical institution in America. A small-town Texas pastor, Barber speaks with Cooper about the sex abuse scandal, his faith and what he hopes evangelicals will keep in mind during the upcoming midterm elections. Sarah Koch and Chrissy Jones are the producers.
A NEGOTIATION BETWEEN TRIBES MAY IMPACT SEVERAL CASTAWAYS’ LONG-TERM GAMES, ON “SURVIVOR,” WEDNESDAY, OCT. 12 “Show No Mercy” – One tribe makes a strategic decision in this week’s immunity challenge that sends another tribe to tribal council. Also, one castaway’s paranoia and overconfidence risks leading them to their downfall, on SURVIVOR, Wednesday, Oct. 12 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
CBS The Real Love Boat- Wednesday, 10/12 Show More
THE NEW COUPLES ARRIVE IN GIBRALTAR AND FACE THEIR FIRST CHALLENGE: RACING UP A MOUNTAIN WHILE ANSWERING PERSONAL QUESTIONS ABOUT THEIR ROMANTIC HISTORY, ON “THE REAL LOVE BOAT,” WEDNESDAY, OCT. 12 “As Solid as the Rock of Gibraltar” – THE REAL LOVE BOAT pulls into the impressive port of Gibraltar where the new couples compete in their first challenge: running up a mountain while truthfully answering personal questions about their romantic history. Back on the ship, the winning couple enjoys a private dinner at The Captain’s Table while fallout ensues for the losing couples after some of the shocking answers, on THE REAL LOVE BOAT, Wednesday, Oct. 12 (9:00-9:59 PM, PT/ET) on the CBS Television Network. Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O’Connell are the hosts.
TEAMS CONTINUE THE MEGALEG AND MAKE THEIR WAY TO FLORENCE TO CHISEL A SCULPTURE AND CRASH A FASHION PHOTO SHOOT, ON “THE AMAZING RACE,” WEDNESDAY, OCT. 12 “Everyone’s an Artist” – Teams continue the megaleg and make their way to Florence, where they chisel out a sculpture from a large block of plaster and crash a fashion photo shoot, on the CBS Original series THE AMAZING RACE, Wednesday, Oct. 12 (9:59-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+*. Phil Keoghan is the host.
10:00 – 11:00pm All New! HD A RESPECTED GEORGIA PROFESSOR IS FOUND DEAD IN A HOT TUB AFTER A GET-TOGETHER – HER BOYFRIEND SAYS “EVIL CAME TO PLAY” THAT NIGHT – WHAT REALLY HAPPENED?
“48 Hours” Investigates in “The Strange Death of Professor Shockley” Preview
A popular University of Georgia professor, Marianne Shockley; her boyfriend, Marcus Lillard; and a former psychologist, Clark Heindel, got together one night in May 2019 for a dip in a hot tub and to listen to music. Hours later, the professor and the psychologist were dead and only the professor’s boyfriend was alive. 48 HOURS contributor Jonathan Vigliotti investigates what happened that night in “The Strange Death of Professor Shockley,” to be broadcast Saturday, Oct. 15 (10:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network and streaming on Paramount+.
When sheriff’s deputies arrived at the home of Clark Heindel in Milledgeville, Ga., they discovered a chaotic scene where Lillard and Heindel attempted to perform CPR on Shockley. While deputies investigated the scene, authorities say Heindel slipped into the house and took his own life. Within a day, Lillard was charged in his girlfriend’s death.
“There is good and there is evil and that night … evil came to play,” Lillard tells Vigliotti in an exclusive interview.
Lillard told investigators he had nothing to do with Shockley’s death and a jury acquitted him. Her family doesn’t believe him. So, what happened that night?
“The very first thought was, he had to have had something to do with this … Why would he kill himself?” Lillard says of Heindel. “There’s something he’s hiding.”
48 HOURS: “The Strange Death of Professor Shockley” is produced by Paul LaRosa. Elizabeth Caholo and Ryan Smith are the development producers. Morgan Canty is the associate producer. Jordan Kinsey is the field producer. Doreen Schechter, George Baluzy and James Taylor are the editors. Anthony Batson is the senior broadcast producer. Nancy Kramer is the executive story editor. Judy Tygard is the executive producer.
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Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson, Kane Brown, Luke Combs and Walker Hayes are the 2022 “CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR.” The ceremony is set for Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony Center and will premiere 9p/8c Friday, Oct. 14, on CMT. The “Artists of the Year” dominated the last 12 months in country music, across all CMT platforms, notched No. 1 albums and singles, and entertained and inspired millions. Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson and Walker Hayes are first time CMT Artists of the Year while Kane Brown and Luke Combs will each be honored for the third time (2019, 2021 & 2022).
The CW Penn & Teller: Fool Us- Friday, 10/14 Show More
(8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) “Single-Handed Three-Legged Twin Bullet Catch” — (Content Rating TBD) (HDTV) SEASON PREMIERE — Aspiring magicians are invited to perform their best trick to try and fool the world-famous team of Penn & Teller, who will get to see the trick only once and have to immediately try to work it out. Anyone who succeeds wins the right to perform with Penn & Teller in their celebrated show at the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The TV audience watches along with Penn & Teller as they try to figure out the secrets. The magicians featured in the episode include Jon Mobley, The Van Hargen Twins, Axel Adler & Chris Canfield. Alyson Hannigan (“How I Met Your Mother”) serves as host (#901). Original airdate 10/14/22.
The CW Whose Line Is It Anyway?- Friday, 10/14 Show More
(9:00-9:30 p.m. ET) “Jonathan Magnum 12” — (Content Rating TBD) (HDTV) WHO’S THE WINNER? — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members Ryan Stiles, Wayne Brady and Colin Mochrie, along with guest comedian Jonathan Mangum, put their comedic skills to the test through a series of spontaneous improv games that are prompted only by random ideas supplied by the studio audience. The four performers must use the little information they have and their wild imaginations to depict different characters and an array of scenes, as well as perform songs. After each round of improvisation, Aisha will dole out points to our four performers and declare a winner at the end of every episode. Directed by Geraldine Dowd (#1111). Original airdate 10/14/2022.
(8:00-9:02 PM ET/PT) CC-AD-HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 IT’S A NIGHT AT THE OPERA ON AN ALL-NEW “THE MASKED SINGER” WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, ON FOX ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER PERFORMS AND JOINS THE PANELIST DESK Get ready for a night at the opera as THE MASKED SINGER celebrates the glory of Andrew Lloyd Webber. Two new celebrity singers enter the competition and perform songs from Webber’s legendary music catalog, including “The Phantom of the Opera” and “Jesus Christ Superstar.” The curtains close on two contestants as their masked dreams come to an end. The Season Eight contestants boast a combined 32 Grammy Nominations, 16 Emmy Wins, 8 Gold Albums, 4 Golden Globe Nominations, 42 Books, 10 Teen Choice Awards, and 5 Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Play along with host Nick Cannon and celebrity panelists Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Nicole Scherzinger and Robin Thicke. Two new characters enter the game and two will be unmasked in the all-new “Andrew Lloyd Webber Night” episode of THE MASKED SINGER airing Wednesday, Oct. 12 (8:00-9:02 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (MS-804) (TV-PG D, L) Host: Nick Cannon Panelists: Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Nicole Scherzinger and Robin Thicke Guest Panelist: Andrew Lloyd Webber [EDITOR’S NOTE: Audio descriptions for tonight’s episodes of THE MASKED SINGER and LEGO MASTERS are available on the SAP Audio Channel.]
(9:02-10:00 PM ET/PT) CC- HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 BUILDERS GO OUT ON A LIMB ON AN ALL-NEW EPISODE OF “LEGO MASTERS,” WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, ON FOX The builders make their childhood dreams come true by building an imaginative treehouse with their younger selves in mind. But, uniqueness isn’t the only challenge. The teams must build their treehouses in real trees with no built-in support. In only 10 hours, the contestants must create a treehouse that holds up and stands out in the all-new “Out on a Limb” episode of LEGO MASTERS airing Wednesday, Oct. 12 (9:02-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (LEG-304) (TV-PG L) Host and Executive Producer: Will Arnett Brickmasters: Amy Corbett and Jamie Berard
(8:00-9:02 PM ET/PT) CC- HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 PA: Viewer Discretion is advised. THE CLAWS COME OUT ON AN ALL-NEW “HELL’S KITCHEN” THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, ON FOX The most-decorated skater of all time, Tony Hawk, and 13-year-old Olympic medalist Sky Brown join Gordon to teach the contestants a lesson on hard work and success. Then, each team has 10 minutes to shell and cook a lobster after watching Gordon demonstrate it to perfection in the all-new “Clawing Your Way to the Top” episode of HELL’S KITCHEN airing Thursday, Oct. 13 (8:00-9:02 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (HK-2103) (TV-14 D, L) Cast: Chef Gordon Ramsay [EDITOR’S NOTE: Audio descriptions for tonight’s episodes of HELL’S KITCHEN and WELCOME TO FLATCH are available on the SAP Audio Channel.]
FOX WWE’s Friday Night Smackdown- Friday, 10/14 Show More
(8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) CC-HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 FOX SPORTS PRESENTS “WWE’S FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN” FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14, ON FOX A unique combination of edge-of-your-seat action, unpredictable drama and world-class athleticism, FOX Sports presents WWE’S FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN airing Friday, Oct. 14 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX. (WWE-2441) (TV-PG D, L, S, V) [EDITOR’S NOTE: An audio description for WWE’S FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN is available on the SAP Audio Channel.]
FOX Sports College Football- Saturday, 10/15 Show More
(8:00 PM-CC ET live/5:00 PM-CC PT live) CC- HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 FOX SPORTS PRESENTS “FOX COLLEGE FOOTBALL” SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, ON FOX FOX Sports continues this season’s coverage of FOX COLLEGE FOOTBALL live from Rice-Eccles Stadium as the Utah Utes host the USC Trojans. FOX COLLEGE FOOTBALL airs LIVE Saturday, Oct. 15 (8:00 PM-CC ET live/5:00 PM-CC PT live) on FOX.(FSP-2328) (n/a)
(11:30 PM-12:30 AM ET/PT) CC-HDTV 720p-Dolby Digital 5.1 CONTESTANTS GUESS THE SONG FOR TWO MILLION DOLLARS ON “BEAT SHAZAM” SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, ON FOX Host Jamie Foxx surprises everyone by doubling the prize to a staggering $2,000,000! BEAT SHAZAM is the unique and interactive game show that pits teams of two against the clock and each other as they try to identify the biggest hit songs of all time. In the end, the team with the highest score will outlast the competition and go against Shazam, the world’s most popular song identification app, for the chance to win big money on FOX. See who can guess the song to win in the “Two Million Dollar Challenge!” episode of BEAT SHAZAM airing Saturday, October 15 (11:30 PM-12:30 AM ET/PT) on FOX. (BSH-405) (TV-PG D, L) Host: Jamie Foxx DeeJay: Corinne Foxx
NBC Football Night in America- Sunday, 10/9 Show More
ORIGINAL 10/09/2022 (07:00PM – 08:15PM) (Sunday) TV-14
“THE BLIND AUDITIONS, PART 7” ORIGINAL 10/10/2022 (08:00PM – 10:00PM) (Monday) : Camila Cabello, John Legend, Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani all vie to discover and coach the next singing phenomenon on the final night of Blind Auditions and begin to prepare their artists to go head-to-head in the Battles. The coaches also take the stage to perform Camila Cabello’s chart-topping smash “Havana.” TV-PG
“THE BATTLES PREMIERE” ORIGINAL 10/11/2022 (08:00PM – 09:00PM) (Tuesday) : The Battle Rounds begin as the coaches enlist music industry powerhouses Jimmie Allen, Sean Paul, Charlie Puth and Jazmine Sullivan to prepare their artists to go head-to-head in hopes of advancing to the knockouts. Each coach has one steal and one save at their disposal. TV-PG
NBC Capital One College Bowl- Friday, 10/14 Show More
“QUARTERFINALS 3” ORIGINAL 10/14/2022 (08:00PM – 09:00PM) (Friday) : Hosted by NFL legend Peyton Manning and Cooper Manning. Twelve universities have advanced from the qualifier round, and the quarterfinal rounds conclude with Washington facing returning champion Columbia, and UC Santa Barbara battling Spelman. TV-PG
“FR3205” ALL-NEW FRIDAY DATELINE NBC ON AN ALASKA WOMAN WHO VANISHES IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT Preview
Dateline’s All-New Two-Hour “A Walk in the Rain” Airs Friday, October 14 at 9 p.m./8 p.m. CT
THE STORY: The disappearance of 19-year-old Alaska Native woman Sonya Ivanoff sends shockwaves through the small coastal city of Nome, Alaska. Police scramble to find answers until a note is found in a stolen police vehicle telling the cops to back off or else.
REPORTED BY: Josh Mankiewicz WHERE: Nome, Alaska
INTERVIEWS WITH: Retired Nome Police Officer Bryan Weyauvanna, Retired Alaska Bureau of Investigation Case Officer Eric Burroughs, Criminalist Kerrie Cathcart, Sonya’s loved ones and more.
Dateline NBC is the longest-running series in NBC primetime history and is in its 31st season. Dateline is anchored by Lester Holt and features correspondents Andrea Canning, Josh Mankiewicz, Keith Morrison and Dennis Murphy. Airing Fridays at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT, Dateline also airs across NBC, cable and in broadcast syndication, with hundreds of hours available to stream on Peacock’s Dateline 24/7 channel. The newsmagazine also reaches millions through its #1 podcasts, including The Thing About Pam and its showcast. David Corvo is the senior executive producer and Liz Cole is the executive producer.
Trailer AMANDA WARREN STARS AS THE NEWLY PROMOTED BOSS OF THE 74TH PRECINCT IN A WORKING-CLASS BROOKLYN NEIGHBORHOOD IN THE MIDST OF SOCIAL UPHEAVAL, ON THE SERIES PREMIERE OF “EAST NEW YORK,” SATURDAY 10/15
From Executive Producers of “NYPD Blue,” Series Also Stars Emmy Award winner Jimmy Smits, Tony Award winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Kevin Rankin, Richard Kind,
Elizabeth Rodriguez, Olivia Luccardi and Lavel Schley
“Pilot” – Amanda Warren stars as Deputy Inspector Regina Haywood, the newly promoted boss of the 74th Precinct in East New York – a working-class neighborhood on the edge of Brooklyn in the midst of social upheaval and the early seeds of gentrification. With family ties to the area, Haywood is determined to deploy creative methods to protect her beloved community with the help of her officers and detectives. But first, she has the daunting task of getting them on board, as some are skeptical of her promotion, and others resist the changes she is desperate to make. Her team includes her mentor, shrewd veteran two-star Chief John Suarez; Marvin Sandeford, a highly respected training officer and expert on the neighborhood; Tommy Killian, a detective with some old-school approaches to policing; Capt. Stan Yenko, Haywood’s gregarious and efficient right hand; Crystal Morales, an intuitive detective who can’t be intimidated; Andre Bentley, a trainee from an upper middle-class background; and ambitious patrol officer Brandy Quinlan, the sole volunteer to live in a local housing project as part of Haywood’s plan to bridge the gap between police and community. Regina Haywood has a vision: she and the squad of the 74th Precinct will not only serve their community – they’ll also become part of it, on the series premiere of EAST NEW YORK, Saturday, Oct. 15 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+*, before moving to its regular 9:00-10:00 PM time slot Oct. 9. Series also stars Jimmy Smits, Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Kevin Rankin, Richard Kind, Elizabeth Rodriguez, Olivia Luccardi and Lavel Schley.
WRITTEN BY: William Finkelstein & Mike Flynn DIRECTED BY: Mike Robin
The CW Whose Line Is It Anyway?- Friday, 10/14 Show More
(9:30-10:00 p.m. ET) “Jeff Davis 15” —(TV-PG, DL) (HDTV) GOOD-HUMORED FUN — Hosted by comedian Aisha Tyler, cast members Ryan Stiles, Wayne Brady and Colin Mochrie, along with guest comedian Jeff Davis, put their comedic skills to the test through a series of spontaneous improv games that are prompted only by random ideas supplied by the studio audience. The four performers must use the little information they have and their wild imaginations to depict different characters and an array of scenes, as well as perform songs. After each round of improvisation, Aisha will dole out points to our four performers and declare a winner at the end of every episode. Directed by Geraldine Dowd (#1005). Original airdate 1/15/2022.
Trailer (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) “Pilot” — (TV-14, LV) (HDTV) SERIES PREMIERE – Before Sam and Dean, there were their parents, John and Mary. Told from the perspective of narrator Dean Winchester (Jensen Ackles), THE WINCHESTERS is the epic, untold love story of how John Winchester (Drake Rodger) met Mary Campbell (Meg Donnelly) and put it all on the line to not only save their love, but the entire world. When John returns home from fighting in Vietnam, a mysterious encounter sparks a new mission to trace his father’s past. In his journey, he crosses paths with 19-year-old demon hunter Mary, who is also searching for answers after the disappearance of her own father. Together, the two join forces with young hunter-in-training Latika (Nida Khurshid) and easygoing hunter Carlos (Jonathan “Jojo” Fleites) to uncover the hidden truths about both their families. Their investigation leads them to a rare book emporium, whose owner Ada (Demetria McKinney) takes an interest to the occult and could provide the missing pieces to their puzzle. But secrets run deep for both the Winchesters and Campbells, and despite the best efforts of John’s mother Millie (Bianca Kajlich) to protect her son from pursuing a dangerous life of demon hunting, John and Mary are both determined to work together to uphold their families’ legacies while beginning to form a family of their own. Glen Winter directed the episode written by Robbie Thompson (#101). Original Airdate 10/11/2022. Every episode of THE WINCHESTERS is available to stream on The CW App and CWTV.com the day after broadcast for free and without a subscription, log-in or authentication required.
The CW The Professionals- Saturday, 10/15 Show More
Trailer (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) “Snipe Hunt” — (TV-14, LV) (HDTV) SERIES PREMIERE – Multi-billionaire and philanthropist Peter Swann (Brendan Fraser) wants to set new standards in modern medicine. The satellite-supported “Panacea” project is intended to identify at an early stage in which regions of the world viral diseases break out and to guarantee the rapid supply of vaccines to people. At the Dublin headquarters of the Swann corporate empire, Peter and his fiancée, the physician Dr. Grace Davila (Elena Anaya), follow the transmission of the rocket launch but the highly sophisticated satellite cannot make it into orbit. Peter thinks it was sabotaged, but he has no proof. Grace convinces him to bring in security expert Vincent Corbo (Tom Welling) to investigate. The Private Military Contractor (PMC) and Grace had a relationship seven years ago, after Vincent saved the doctor’s life during an operation in the Syrian-Iraqi border area. Vincent, Peter and Grace travel to French Guyana. They quickly find the first clues of a conspiracy, not only against the “Panacea” project, but against Peter’s entire company. Bharat Nalluri directed the episode written by Jeff Most and Michael Colleary (#101). Original airdate 10/11/2022. Every episode of PROFESSIONALS will be available to stream on The CW App and CWTV.com the day after broadcast for free and without a subscription, log-in or authentication required.
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These TV shows will be out on DVD this week: “Alex Rider: Seasons 1 & 2;” “Blood and Treasure: Season Two (also on Blu-ray); “Cherif: The Complete Series;” “Good Witch: Seasons 1-6;” “Robocop: The Future of Law Enforcement Parts 1 & 2” -TV Movie Series Pilot Episode (also on Blu-ray); “Slugs & Bugs Show – Season 1;” “Sweet Tooth: The Complete First Season (also on Blu-ray); “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Season Two Part 2” (only on Blu-ray); “Ultraman Neos Complete Series” (only on Blu-ray); “Van der Valk: Season 2 Masterpiece Mystery!;” “The Vampire Dies in No Time: Season 1” (only on Blu-ray); and “We Hunt Together Season 2.”
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Sloane went to see Paulina. She told her that she had information that could ruin her political career before it even begins. Paulina said all of her dirt has already been revealed. Sloane told her that she was talking about Chanel’s dirty secret. Stephanie thanked Chad for his help with Paulina’s campaign. She hoped he would stay with the company after the election. She wanted to drink some champagne when Tripp called her. He wanted to know about Kayla. She avoided tell him everything. She let Chad know that she wished she could tell her brothers how Kayla really was. She said she couldn’t lose her mother. He understood what she was going through since he thought of Kate as a mother. She knew he was still grieving over Abby. Alex walked in and saw them together. He walked out of the room. Chad thanked her for giving him a job. He told her that he saw Abby at her grave and she told him to move on with his life. He thought Abby was telling him to move on with his life. He leaned over and kissed her.
Gwen picked on Jennifer for hitting her and leaving her for dead. Jennifer apologized to her. Jennifer said she remembered doing it an hour ago. She told Gwen that she was high. She also said she was thinking about Abby. Gwen said she was there to save herself and not because she was sorry. Jennifer said that wasn’t true. She said she was there to get help. Gwen said she heard that story before from her mother. She said she knew addicts lie. Jennifer said she was right. She said she would do the right thing and turn herself in. Gwen said she didn’t think she would get clean in prison. She told Jennifer not to do it. She said she knew how much Jennifer was suffering because of Laura and Abby’s deaths. She said she wasn’t surprised Jennifer tried to numb the pain. Gwen said she cared about her. Gwen said she wished someone had told her mother they cared about her. Gwen said she was too needy to do it then, but she could do it now. She said she would tell the police Jennifer didn’t hit her. Jennifer asked why she would cover up for her. Gwen said she wanted to make sure she did what her mother didn’t do. She said she couldn’t take Jennifer away from Jack after what happened to Abby. She said it would destroy him. Leo told Jack that Gwen got her memory back. Leo said Gwen knew Jennifer was the driver. He said if Jack wanted it to go away, he had to write a check. Jack asked if Gwen knew he was there. Leo said she didn’t, but they talked about it. He said he wanted a million dollars. He said he would go to the police. Jack said he would wire him the money.
Jack went to Gwen’s room at the hospital. He told Jennifer and Gwen that Leo was blackmailing him. Jennifer told him what she did to Gwen. Gwen said she wouldn’t say anything. Jack said Leo could still go to the police. Gwen told him not to give Leo anything. Jack asked why she was doing this. Jennifer said she was his daughter and loved him. When Jack went home, he saw Leo. Leo asked if he had the money. Jack said his plan backfired. He told Leo to get out. Leo left. Jennifer came home and apologized to Jack for lying about the pills and for almost killing his daughter. She asked if he could forgive her. He apologized for not seeing how much she was suffering. She wanted to know what she should do. He said whatever it was she wouldn’t be doing it alone. Chad helped Stephanie with her press release. She said it was hard to concentrate since Kayla has been sick. Paulina showed up and said she was owed an apology. She said the election was one month away and her numbers were down. She wanted Stephanie to get things done by the end of business. Stephanie said she wouldn’t be able to do it. Chad told Paulina that Stephanie’s mother was in the hospital. He told her to give Stephanie a break. Paulina asked why Stephanie didn’t delegate her responsibilities. Stephanie apologized and told her she would get the job done. Paulina said she could let Chad help her. Chad told her who Chad was. Paulina offered her condolences. When Paulina left, Chad and Stephanie talked about her hiring more people. He offered to work for her.
EJ told Stefan that he asked Johnny and Ava to move back in the mansion. He needed them close so they could get the votes to kick Gabi out of DiMera Enterprises. EJ noticed how sexy Gabi is. Stefan admitted that shew as beautiful, but he was repulsed by her. EJ wondered why he was still wearing his wedding ring if he’s repulsed by her. Stefan didn’t know why he was wearing it. He had it on when he was brought back to life. EJ told him that he and Gabi were in love when he “died.” Stefan said his opinion was the only one that matter and he didn’t want to be with her. EJ said that he should take it off. Ava went to see Gabi and told her about EJ wanting her to move back in the mansion. Gabi told her that she shouldn’t trust him. Gabi told her not to move back in the mansion. Ava told her that EJ wanted Johnny back too. Gabi changed her tune and said she should go back to the mansion after all.
Rafe and Jada wanted to surprise Eric and Nicole at Basic Black. Eric got info about Marlena, Kayla and Kate when Nicole walked in the room. He updated her about what happened with them. Nicole thought he should be with his mother. She assured him there was a cure. She tried to make him feel better about what’s going on with Marlena and company. He hugged her while they were talking. Rafe and Jada walked in on them hugging. Eric and Nicole pulled apart and explained why they were hugging. Jada wanted to know what happened with Marlena, but Eric couldn’t get into that now. Nicole wanted to help him control his emotions. He didn’t have an appetite and wanted to go home. Jada offered to go with him. Eric and Jada left the room.
Nancy and Mike ran into each other in the town square. They had a tense reunion. He remembered what she did when he was in Salem before. She told him about Craig and Clyde. She let him know that she was paying for her wrongdoings. He shared with her that he thought he was gay at a point. He was glad things changed. She told him that she and Craig were in a good place. He let her know that he was going to be in New York and she said she was going back there too. Jennifer was nervous waiting for Mike. She wanted to get the rehab started. Jack assured her that everything would be taken care of when they get to New York. Jennifer didn’t want him to go with her. She told him that she would be in treatment and Gwen needed him. Jack held her and told her how much he loved her. She didn’t want to let Abby down again. Mike arrived to get her. She told him that admitting that she needed help was the hardest thing to do. Jennifer said goodbye to Doug and Julie. She started to cry in front of Jack. He assured her that it wasn’t goodbye. She touched him and left with Mike. Leo ran into Craig and he wanted to apologize for accusing him of murder. Craig told him that he was the first man he fell for and their relationship would always be special to him. Craig said he still had feelings for him, but he heard him talking on the phone with Gwen about needing a sugar daddy. Leo said he tried to blackmail Jack, but it didn’t work out for him.
Craig told Leo that being with him was like being on the edge of a cliff. He thought Nancy was a good and solid person. he couldn’t be with someone like him. Rex told John that there hasn’t been in changes on the women’s illnesses. He said the only cure was the one Rolf made. He told John that the flower Rolf used doesn’t exist anymore. John knew Rolf would have a cure. Rex said they didn’t know where he could be. John thought Stefan would know where to find him. Rex planned on tracking him down. Kristen went to visit Marlena at the hospital. She lied and told her that she found out about her condition at the hospital. They talked about the orchid that was needed for the cure. Kristen flashed back to Rolf showing her the orchid. Marlena knew that John and Steve would find it and give it to Rex to create a cure. Kristen wanted a favor. Marlena didn’t think anyone could make her laugh. She wanted her to think of Rachel. Kristen wanted her to talk to Brady about Rachel. Marlena refused to help her get Rachel. Kristen wished her luck on the orchid. Kristen said it would be a shame if the people she loved died.
Chad went to see Jennifer. She told him she was going to rehab. She told him that Mike was in charge of a facility that she was going to in New York. Chad apologized for relying on her too much. He thought he made things worse while she was struggling. He said he was glad Abby got justice. Jennifer said it wasn’t enough. He told her he saw Abby. He said he needed to be strong. She was surprised that he talked to Abby. Jennifer said she saw Abby too. She said she let people down. He said people let her down too. He said she felt like a mother to him. He said Abby would want it. He said Abby would want them to be close. Jennifer said they were. When he left, she thought about the accident. She was shocked when she realized it was Gwen that she hit. Gwen woke up from a nightmare she had about the accident. When she woke up, she saw Sarah in her room. Sarah asked if she remembered anything about the accident. Sarah asked if she remembered the accident. Sarah asked if she remembered the driver. Sarah said she was glad she was awake so she could talk to her about framing her and Abby. Gwen asked what did she want from her. Sarah wanted to know if she was out for revenge. Gwen said she did everything she could to separate her from Xander. Gwen said Sarah won in the end and got what she wanted. Sarah apologized to her. Sarah said she saw the bitterness in her eyes. She said Gwen wasn’t sorry. She warned Gwen to stay away from Xander.
When Sarah left, Leo went to see Gwen. Gwen remembered that Jennifer was the one who hit her. Gwen wondered if Jennifer did it on purpose. Leo said Jennifer did it on purpose. He said they were going to expose Jennifer. She wanted to know what he was talking about. He said they were going to blackmail Jennifer and make money. Xander ran into Jack at the pub. Jack was looking t the police report about Gwen’s accident. Xander asked if there were any leads on what happened to Gwen. Jack said there weren’t any leads. Jack told him he thought Jennifer was the one who hit Gwen. Jack told him about what has been going on with Jennifer. Xander said he was doing the best he could. Jack said he wasn’t sure if Jennifer would remember what happened. He said he didn’t know how to tell her the news. He said he had to find out if she did it or not. Xander said he wouldn’t say anything. Jack said he had to get home to find out what was going on. When Jack went home, he saw Leo there. Jack wanted to know why Leo was at his house. Leo said he had to get out his checkbook. Jennifer went to see Gwen. Gwen asked if she was trying to finish her off.
Ava joins Johnny at the door of the DiMera Mansion which EJ calls a surprise. Johnny asks why since he invited them both to move back in. Ava asks if EJ is excited to welcome his son and his sister in law back.
Sonny lays on the couch in the living room of the Kiriakis Mansion, talking to Will on the phone. Sonny says he just wanted to make sure he made his flight and tells him that as soon as Sarah gives him the green light, he will come visit and they can video chat tonight. Alex walks in and pours himself a drink. Sonny tells Will that he misses him already and he loves him as he hangs up. Alex asks about Will heading back to LA. Sonny sarcastically tells him that he’s off to Minnesota instead. Alex jokes about him making fun of him and says that means Sonny is on the fast track to recovery and that their truce is over.
Chad and Stephanie continue working outside of Julie’s Place. Stephanie asks how Chad is liking his first day on the job. Chad jokes that watching her work is exhausting. Stephanie puts over everything they accomplished and says she couldn’t have done it without his help as they shake hands.
Chanel questions if Allie really just said she thinks they should have a threesome with Alex Kiriakis. Allie confirms that she did. Chanel asks where this is coming from and how long she’s been thinking about this. Allie says it’s just been a while. Chanel says she had to know she would have questions about her springing this on her. Allie doesn’t think she’s springing it on her since they talked about it. Chanel said it was a joke because Alex wouldn’t stop trying to get in their drawers but Allie asks if it would really be so bad if he did.
Sonny apologizes to Alex for snapping and talks about almost dying, losing everything he cares about, and then Will has to leave so quickly. Sonny admits the separation makes it harder even though it’s temporary. Alex says he’s sorry. Alex tells Sonny that he and Will are lucky to have each other and are obviously really good at relationships which is why he hoped maybe Sonny could give him some advice about his love life.
Stephanie thinks DiMera Enterprises will rue the day they forced Chad out since their loss is her gain. Chad calls her a great teacher. Stephanie praises him as having great ideas. Stephanie knows they agreed he’d only work through the election but she might try to change his mind. Stephanie suggests they celebrate his first day with a bottle of champagne on the company. Chad agrees and jokes if that’s a perk then he might be in.
EJ tells Johnny and Ava that he’s delighted to have them both back where they belong and he’s only surprised because he didn’t hear from either of them about the offer. EJ says he’s glad they accepted and invites them in. EJ suggests they go have a drink while Harold gets the room ready. Ava clarifies that they will need two rooms because she and Johnny won’t be sharing.
Abe joins Paulina in her office which is filled with Vote for Paulina posters. Paulina says she thinks that lighting a fire under Stephanie worked after her progress report. Paulina hopes that Stephanie will take her advice about bringing Chad DiMera on board.
Chad and Stephanie finish their first bottle of champagne. Chad says he’ll have to get another bottle and asks what his official job title is. Stephanie admits they haven’t figured that out. Stephanie gets a text from Tripp and tells Chad that Tripp and Joey are texting every hour asking about Kayla. Stephanie wishes Kayla would let her tell them how sick she is. Chad guesses she figures it would be too hard on them, being too far away. Stephanie remarks that it’s no picnic being close by either. Chad says he’s sorry.
Alex tells Sonny that after Victor had he and Stephanie start working together, he thought they might be getting somewhere but then nothing ever happened and as soon as the meetings are done, she’s gone. Sonny argues that Alex is obsessed with Stephanie which is a turn off for her and not healthy for him. Alex complains that he doesn’t need a shrink, he needs him to help get through to her. Sonny advises Alex to stop trying and get over his obsession. Sonny tells Alex to accept that Stephanie is not interested in him, dislikes him, and wants him to leave her alone. Alex argues that he has to fix this and do something because he was a jerk to her at the hospital. Sonny asks what the big deal is since she already thought he was a jerk anyway. Alex says he didn’t know Stephanie’s mom was sick and he was on his high horse, so now he has to make up for it.
Chanel sits with Allie and questions her suddenly being fine with a threesome and asks if this has anything to do with Johnny. Allie says no and questions what her brother has to do with this. Chanel says they have been fighting about him and then she mentioned running in to him and now all of a sudden, she mentions a threesome. Chanel asks if Allie is still worried about her past with Johnny and if she thinks a threesome will solve that.
EJ acknowledges having a bad reaction when he found out about Ava and Johnny’s relationship but he got used to the idea, so he questions the pretense of separate rooms. Johnny says it’s not a pretense. EJ says it’s alright as the family has a history of unusual couples. EJ goes over how Gabi has worked herself through most of the men in the family other than himself and Tony, Kate was married to both Stefano and Andre, and Andre once married Kristen while pretending to be Tony. Johnny takes it as him making fun of them but EJ says he’s not and that their incestuous relationship is par for the course. Johnny then informs EJ that he and Ava are not sleeping together. EJ asks if that’s right. Ava confirms that they are friends and that’s it.
Alex asks Sonny what if he sends Stephanie flowers. Sonny tells him that it wouldn’t work, reminding him that Stephanie doesn’t date men that she works with. Alex insists it’s more saying I’m sorry than saying he wants to sleep with her. Alex decides flowers are out then and then says he’s got it. Alex declares that Stephanie’s issue is not wanting to date someone she works with. Sonny points out that she hated him before they started working together and she’s not in to him. Alex insists that he has the perfect solution. Alex repeats that Stephanie doesn’t want to date him because they work together, so he will fire her.
Stephanie apologizes to Chad for stopping their celebration. Chad understands she’s worried about her mom around the clock, so she shouldn’t be sorry for taking time for her own life. Stephanie worries about Kayla not getting better. Chad encourages that so many people at the hospital will be fighting for her and will pull her through this. Stephanie wishes she had his faith. Stephanie recalls when she was a little girl and she was told her dad was dead and believed it for years. Chad guesses it must have felt like a miracle when he came home. Stephanie confirms it did but all those years before that, her mom was her rock and her world was okay because she had her. Stephanie cries that she just can’t lose her.
Paulina makes Abe a drink. Abe says he could definitely use it as he’s had better days. Abe informs Paulina that he spoke to John this morning and Marlena is seriously sick, so John is really worried about her. Paulina recalls Chad telling her that Kayla is so sick, so she asks if there’s a bad bug going around. Abe wishes it was that simple but John said Marlena, Kayla, and Kate can all blame Orpheus for what ails them.
EJ doesn’t understand. Ava repeats that she and Johnny are friends and that’s it. EJ questions finding them in bed together. Johnny insists that nothing happened. EJ thought that was only because he interrupted them. Ava tells EJ that sometimes things happen that don’t revolve around him and reveals she’s the one who put the brakes on it. Ava reminds EJ that she recently lost her husband, so she’s not ready to move on with anyone just yet. Ava tells EJ to forget about adding her and Johnny to the twisted DiMera family history.
Allie questions Chanel really thinking she would suggest they hook up with Alex because she’s still scared of her being interested in Johnny. Chanel says that isn’t what she said but she’s really confused. Allie just thought this was something they could try together. Allie talks about Chanel being very open about being sexually fluid while she is bi. Allie states that they are both attracted to men. Chanel questions if Allie is saying that she misses having sex with men. Allie assures that she doesn’t and it’s not about missing anything. Allie just thinks it could be fun. Chanel says she’s learned with her that she can be happy in a loving relationship and she thought Allie was too. Allie says she is. Chanel asks if she’s sure. Allie says she is sure and she doesn’t want to cheapen what they have, she just thinks this is something they could share as a couple. Chanel questions bringing a guy like Alex in to their relationship. Allie says not in to their relationship, just in to their bed. Allie clarifies that this is just about sex with no feelings which is why Alex would be perfect because there is no way either of them would ever fall for him.
Sonny tells Alex that he can’t terminate Stephanie’s contract just because he wants to date her. Alex asks why not. Sonny complains that it’s textbook sexual harassment and calls him a dumbass. Sonny knows this is new to him to have someone not be attracted to him. Alex responds that it happened before in third grade and still hurts. Sonny says he gives up as this is pointless. Sonny suggests they treat this like a growing experience and accept the fact that a hard no does not mean maybe. Alex says he does hear where he’s coming from and maybe he’s right that firing Stephanie would be wrong on many levels, so he will quit. Sonny tells him that another CEO change would make Titan look as unstable as DiMera while Victor is very happy with the job he’s doing so he can’t quit. Alex asks what about his feelings for Stephanie then. Sonny grabs him and questions what part of this he did not hear. Sonny orders Alex to get over this obsession and back off. Alex says he gets that he needs to find a way to get it under control. Sonny encourages that he will as he’s just feeling rejected right now. Sonny notes that he’s feeling lonely and suggests they soothe their aching hearts by getting something to eat. Alex decides he will go get them chili dogs from Julie’s Place and exits the mansion.
EJ admits it was wrong of him to jump to the conclusion that Ava and Johnny were having an affair. Johnny agrees but he can’t believe EJ is apologizing. EJ adds that he mistook Johnny’s kindness to Ava. Ava calls that what EJ does, being nice to a grieving woman to get what he wants. EJ admits he also misunderstood Johnny’s intentions when he said he would move out if he forced Ava out when he should’ve known Johnny would never take advantage of a woman in Ava’s situation. Ava asks what he means. EJ says they both know how much Ava treasured her marriage to Jake.
Paulina asks Abe if trying to blow up Marlena, Kate, and Kayla wasn’t enough for Orpheus that he made them sick. Abe confirms that he infected them with a toxin. Abe talks about how Orpheus seems determined to kill the partners of his three greatest enemies. Paulina says they must be losing their minds. Abe knows he would be if she was sick. Paulina wants to go to the hospital to check on them. Abe says that the hospital is only allowing close family to visit while Kate checked herself out. Paulina jokes about Roman having to live with a woman so stubborn. Abe suggests they go see if they can do anything for them, but Sloan Peterson enters the office. Abe asks what she wants. Sloan responds that she’s here to see Paulina.
Chad tells Stephanie that he does have some idea what she’s going through. Chad talks about Kate always being there for him since his mom died and how she’s closer to him than EJ or Tony, so he’s scared for her now. Stephanie knows he’s still grieving Abigail too. Chad tells Stephanie that this job came around at just the righ time. Stephanie says it did for her too. She puts her hand on Chad’s right as Alex arrives and sees them together. Stephanie asks Chad how he’s been coping. Chad says he told himself that he’d feel better when they caught the killer, like it would bring closure, but it didn’t work out that way. Chad says that gave him a job and purpose but now he just feels lost until Stephanie threw him a lifeline, so he thanks her.
EJ tells Johnny and Ava that he will go down to the wine cellar and get a special bottle for this occasion. Ava jokes with him not to get locked in the secret room she’s heard about. EJ tells her not to believe everything she hears and heads down to the cellar. Ava asks Johnny if he’s buying the friendliness from EJ. Johnny responds that he knows EJ doesn’t do anything unless there’s something in it for him. Ava says that’s what she’s worried about but Johnny assures that he has her back.
Chanel tells Allie that she’s still a little thrown by this whole thing. Allie thinks she’s worrying too much. Chanel worries that Allie isn’t giving this much thought. Allie calls it just sex. Allie then admits that the thought of Chanel and Johnny still bothers her, but Johnny is not the reason that she thinks they should be with Alex. Allie recalls how much she enjoyed being with Tripp. Allie says she and Chanel have always been in to each other but also had amazing chemistry with the men in their lives, so she didn’t want them to miss that while ruining what they have. Chanel questions her thinking Alex is the one to do it with. Allie says it might be fun to figure out.
Paulina questions Sloan and Abe knowing each other. Abe responds that Sloan is thriving as a defense attorney but calls her an ambulance chaser and asks what she wants with his wife. Sloan brings up Paulina running for Governor and says she wants to speak to her privately. Paulina tells Abe to go ahead to the Pub without her and she will handle this. Paulina sends her love to Roman and Kate. Abe warns Sloan to be careful because Paulina has friends in high places. Abe then exits. Paulina asks Sloan what this is about. Sloan says she’ll get right to the point. Sloan reveals that she represents a client who is in possession of certain information that could end Paulina’s political career before it begins.
Stephanie tells Chad that she is the one who needed rescuing as if Chad didn’t walk in when he did, Paulina would have canned her and tried to ruin her career. Chad thinks she’s giving him too much credit as he was just following her lead. Chad admits this was just a distraction as he had just come from Abigail’s grave. Chad talks about imagining seeing Abigail there. Stephanie calls it so sad. Chad mentions his vision of Abigail telling him to move on with his life if only it were that easy.
Chanel tells Allie that before they take this any further, she has to make it clear that being fluid doesn’t mean that she’s always missing men. Chanel assures that she’s in a happy relationship with the woman she loves. Allie responds that she feels exactly the same way about her. Chanel asks what they do next if she says yes and how they will make it happen.
Alex returns to the Kiriakis Mansion with food from the Brady Pub for Sonny. Sonny thought he was going to Julie’s Place. Alex claims they were out of chili dogs so he just went by the Pub and got burgers and fries. Sonny says that sounds great but notes Alex’s mood and asks if he’s okay. Alex claims he is and that he’ll go get beers from the kitchen. Alex then gets stopped by a text from Allie and Chanel, asking him to come over.
Johnny tells Ava that he totally gets why she put the brakes on their relationship but he still thinks they’d be great together. Johnny tells her to take all the time she needs to grieve Jake, but if and when she’s ready, he’s here. Ava calls that good to know. EJ returns with wine and a present for Ava. EJ gives Johnny the wine to go get it opened. Ava opens her present from EJ and it’s her marriage license. EJ says he had it framed for her and decided to present it to her now that she moved in. EJ adds that the one problem is that is not Jake’s signature.
Paulina tells Sloan that Abe was right that she’s a damn ambulance chaser. Paulina tells her to think again if she’s expecting a hush money payoff because all of her dirty laundry has been aired out. Paulina tells Sloan that she can see herself out. Sloan then reveals that she wasn’t talking about Paulina, but about her daughter.
Chanel tells Allie that she can’t believe they are really doing this. Allie points out that they won’t be doing much of anything until Alex shows up. Chanel asks if it would be that terrible if he didn’t show up. Allie thought Chanel was up for this. Chanel assures that she is as Alex then arrives. They answer the door and thank him for coming as he asks what’s up.
Stephanie encourages Chad to give himself time. Chad says time hasn’t been working out for him which she questions. Chad says he put his recovery on fast forward. Chad thinks Abigail was telling him to be with somebody else, somebody he already likes a lot. Chad and Stephanie then start kissing.
Ava questions EJ starting this nonsense again with trying to prove her marriage to Jake wasn’t real. Johnny questions what EJ is trying to pull and insists it has to be Jake’s signature. EJ reveals he hired a team of handwriting experts to compare Jake’s signatures and they confirmed it had been forged. Johnny asks if EJ is lying. EJ responds that it’s his friend Ava who has been lying and said she had been married to get her hands on Jake’s shares of DiMera Enterprises. EJ declares that Ava may be a grifter and a con artist, but she is not a DiMera.
Interview with actress Alicia Witt and producer Linda Burnham of “The Disappearance of Cari Farver” on Lifetime by Krista 10/6/22
This was an enjoyable press call. Alicia is a really great actress. I’ve only seen her before in “That 70’s Show,” but she’s an underrated dramatic actress, as she proves in this film.
The Disappearance of Cari Farver is based on a true story and the subject of Leslie Rule’s bestselling true-crime book A Tangled Web. Dave Kroupa (Zach Gilford, Good Girls, Friday Night Lights) is shocked when his new girlfriend, Cari Farver (Rebecca Amzallag), starts sending him demanding texts. When Dave ends the relationship, he finds himself on the receiving end of an onslaught of twisted messages from Cari, who has abruptly disappeared. Dave’s ex-girlfriend, Liz (Alicia Witt, Friday Night Lights, The Walking Dead), also begins receiving harassing texts from Cari, resulting in a dangerous situation for them both. Meanwhile, Cari’s mother Nancy (Lea Thompson, Back to the Future, Switched at Birth) continually searches for her, keeping the pressure on the police who eventually uncover a shocking discovery. The Disappearance of Cari Farver premieres Saturday, October 8 at 8/7c.
The Disappearance of Cari Farver is executive produced by Milojo Productions, Howard Braunstein Films, and Media Nation. Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos and Albert Bianchini serve as executive producers for Milojo. Michael Halpern serves as producer for Milojo. Howard Braunstein and Linda Berman also executive produce. Danishka Esterhazy directs from a script written by Tawnya Bhattacharya and Ali Laventhol (Bel Air, My Life with the Walter Boys).
Lifetime Announces Two New Ripped From the Headlines Movies from EPs Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, Jenna Dewan Set to Star and EP
– 08/11/2022 –
KELLY RIPA AND MARK CONSUELOS EXECUTIVE PRODUCE TWO NEW RIPPED FROM THE HEADLINES FILMS THROUGH MILOJO PRODUCTIONS BANNER
JENNA DEWAN TO HEADLINE AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCE ORIGINAL MOVIE LET’S GET PHYSICAL WITH JENNIFER IRWIN AND MICHAEL CONSUELOS
LEA THOMPSON, ZACH GILFORD, AND ALICIA WITT STAR IN THE DISAPPEARANCE OF CARI FARVER
BOTH FILMS WILL DEBUT THIS OCTOBER
New York, NY – August 11 – Lifetime announces two new Ripped from the Headlines movies, Let’s Get Physical and The Disappearance of Cari Farver from executive producers Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, under their Milojo Productions banner as part of the previously announced partnership with Lifetime. Let’s Get Physical stars and is also executive produced by Jenna Dewan via her Everheart Productions with Kyle McNally, and features Jennifer Irwin and Michael Consuelos. The Disappearance of Cari Farver stars Lea Thompson, Zach Gilford and Alicia Witt. Both films will debut this October on Lifetime.
The Disappearance of Cari Farver is based on a true story and the subject of Leslie Rule’s bestselling true-crime book A Tangled Web. Dave Kroupa (Zach Gilford, Good Girls, Friday Night Lights) is shocked when his new girlfriend, Cari Farver (Rebecca Amzallag), starts sending him demanding texts. When Dave ends the relationship, he finds himself on the receiving end of an onslaught of twisted messages from Cari, who has abruptly disappeared. Dave’s ex-girlfriend, Liz (Alicia Witt, Friday Night Lights, The Walking Dead), also begins receiving harassing texts from Cari, resulting in a dangerous situation for them both. Meanwhile, Cari’s mother Nancy (Lea Thompson, Back to the Future, Switched at Birth) continually searches for her, keeping the pressure on the police who eventually uncover a shocking discovery. The Disappearance of Cari Farver premieres Saturday, October 8 at 8/7c.
Inspired by actual events, Let’s Get Physical is the story of fitness instructor Sadie (JennaDewan, The Rookie) who by day, taught fitness and dance to soccer moms, but by night led a double life running a sophisticated prostitution ring with a customer list that included very prominent men in the community. After an anonymous tip, authorities raided her studio, leading to Sadie’s indictment and ignited a firestorm in the small town leading everyone to ask, who exactly was on the client list. Dewan executive produces and stars alongside Jennifer Irwin (The Goldbergs) and Michael Consuelos (Riverdale). Let’s Get Physical is set to premiere Saturday, October 15 at 8/7c.
The Disappearance of Cari Farver is executive produced by Milojo Productions, Howard Braunstein Films, and Media Nation. Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos and Albert Bianchini serve as executive producers for Milojo. Michael Halpern serves as executive producer for Milojo. Howard Braunstein and Linda Berman also executive produce. Danishka Esterhazy directs from a script written by Tawnya Bhattacharya and Ali Laventhol (Bel Air, My Life with the Walter Boys).
Let’s Get Physical is executive produced by Milojo Productions, Johnson Management Group, Inc., and Everheart Productions. Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos and Albert Bianchini serve as executive producers for Milojo. Michael Halpern serves as executive producer for Milojo. Jenna Dewan and Kyle McNally executive produce for Everheart Productions. Robin Hayes directs from a script written by Margaux Froley and Kelly Fullerton.
Interview with actors Demián Bichir, Anika Noni Rose, Madison Taylor Baez and Grace Gummer; and EPs Andrew Hinderaker and Seith Mann on “Let The Right One In” on Showtime by Suzanne 9/20/22
This was another TCA panel – this one from Showtime. I really enjoyed the episodes I’ve seen of this show so far. It’s a very good drama that just happens to have some vampires. Demián Bichir plays a man (Mark) whose little girl (Eleanor) is a vampire, so he works tirelessly to keep her alive (no matter what he has to do) and to try to find a cure for her. There’s a lot of mystery about whether the vampires have a virus or what. Madison Taylor Baez plays the little girl. I’ve interviewed her a few times. The first time was for the TV show “Selena,” where she played the young Selena. More recently was for her competing in “America’s Got Talent.” She is an amazing singer. I doubt she’ll be singing in this series, though. Too bad because I know Anika Noni Rose is also a great singer. Hey, if they can do it on “Buffy the Vampire Slayer”…. I have to also note that I loved Demián Bichir in this fun primetime soap a few years ago called “Grand Hotel.” I was very upset when they canceled it. Anyway, Grace Gummer plays a scientist (Claire) who finds out that her brother is an ailing vampire. Their father has been trying to find a cure, too. Anika Noni Rose plays a cop (Naomi) that lives next door to Mark and Eleanor with her son, Isaiah. It’s a really interesting drama with a lot of family drama as well as the supernatural stuff. It’s unique in that way. The vampires are not “cool” or “sexy” like in many shows. They’re more like addicts and victims. Anyway, it’s really good, so make sure you watch it. It airs tonight, Friday, Oct. 7 on streaming and OnDemand, and then it airs on Sunday on Showtime.
SHOWTIME FALL TCA PRESS CONFERENCE
LET THE RIGHT ONE IN
Demián Bichir – “Mark Kane” / Producer (he/him)
Anika Noni Rose – “Naomi Cole” (she/her)
Madison Taylor Baez – “Eleanor Kane” (she/her)
Grace Gummer – “Claire Logan” (she/her)
Andrew Hinderaker – Showrunner / Executive Producer (he/him)
Seith Mann – Director / Executive Producer (he/him)
Here is the introduction in our panel to the show: Next up we have the new Showtime genre-bending thriller “Let the Right One In,” starring Oscar nominee Demián Bichir. Bichir and Madison Taylor Baez play father and daughter, Mark and Eleanor, whose lives have never been the same since Eleanor was turned into a vampire a decade ago. Keeping the secret and staying alive present not only terrifying but emotionally-charged challenges, especially when Mark and Eleanor become enmeshed in the lives of others. “Let the Right One In” will premiere on streaming and on-demand Friday, October 7th, before its on air debut on Showtime Sunday, October 9th.
I tried very hard not to give spoilers in my question, so the producer gave me a pat on the back for that. First I mentioned that Maddie was on AGT recently and how well she sang. Then I asked my question: “Why does Demián’s character..I don’t want to give any spoilers; but, at the end, he does something kind of monstrous even though he’s human, and he is doing it for human reasons. Why does he choose to do that rather than, say, choose a few different other people and get the blood gradually without doing what he did?” I know, that was a very tortured question…
Producer Andrew Hinderaker offered to let Demián answer, but Demián let him instead. He said, “I want to commend your ability to ask a very specific question without spoiling. That was incredible.” Aw, that was such a nice thing to say. He alluded to “certain rules” in the show (as all vampire stories have), that they’re trying to stick to. Also, he said that Mark (Demián’s character) is trying to keep his child from starving, so he’s under pressure to do that, and quickly. He referenced the other producer, Seith, who had spoke earlier about the “core and the center and the lengths that we go to to take care of our children, and so there are specific rules that will only make that clear as we go forward. That’s what I’ll say to try to answer as eloquently as you do without spoiling anything as well.” I blushed and thanked him for his compliment. No one has ever called me eloquent before!
The other press asked their questions. Demián was asked what attracted him to the project and to tell us how he became producer as well. Demián spoke at length about how much he loved the original film, and how great the showrunner Andrew and EP Seith are. He said that when they audition actors, the actors audition them as well, “to make sure that they are wonderful people, knowledgeable and, you know, cultured if we are lucky.” He was very impressed with how Andrew was able to turn the movie’s story into a series. He had worked for Showtime before and remembered how brave they are when they let them create and say whatever they want. He said that he gets emotional talking about the great cast, especially “these three beautiful ladies.” He made a soccer analogy (what they call fútbol in his country) when he said, “I’m only as good on the field as when I have a beautiful team around me. And I have to say it’s been a tour de force every time we have scenes together, and it’s been wonderful.” He’s very grateful for all that he’s been given by Showtime, the cast, Tomorrow Studios, Andrew and Seith. He didn’t really answer the second question, but he gave a great answer, anyway.
The producers were asked to tell us how they took the movie and made it into a TV show, such as what they added and what they took away. Andrew answered first. He was touched by Demián’s words and agreed that they’re all having the same wonderful experience. He loves seeing his cast on Zoom. He says they’re “really just an extraordinary team of people and team of artists.” He believes the movie was the best horror movie ever made as well as very moving. He likes to begin with an emotional connection. The relationship between the two children in the film (one of whom is a vampire – not really a child) is “just astonishingly beautiful and poignant and poetic, and so there’s an opportunity to use that as an aesthetic inspiration.” That’s how they came up with the relationship between Eleanor and Isaiah. He wanted to use the parent-child relationship to explore the idea of a child struggling with addiction. He felt that it was “this incredible gift” to take these seeds in the film and create a new story for the show, to “explore the lengths that this father would go to to keep his daughter alive.” He reiterated that the characters in the TV series are brand new and not the same as the ones in the movie. It’s set in NYC in the current day (the movie was set in Stockholm, in 1980). They also created Naomi and Isaiah as well as the other family with a vampire, where Claire is the sister. Although it’s a new story, he feels that it’s “a love letter to the film.”
Seith chimed in to say that he also loved the movie, and the book. He was blown away by the pilot and the relationship between Mark and Eleanor. He admired the way he took this “beloved movie and found room to create a whole new dynamic.” He praised the way Andrew wrote the characters, which made him excited to work on it.
Another reporter, who hadn’t seen the movie, wanted to know if there would be some sort of explanation to explain what happened in the movie for the TV viewers who didn’t see it, especially regarding how the vampire infection came about.
Andrew joked that they need that reporter in the writer’s room and then asked Maddie to answer the question. Maddie said in a cagey way, “there’s definitely a way that all of this started, and it may or may not be answered. It most likely is, but, yes, you will get background information sometime this season.” Grace added that you don’t have to watch the movie to know what’s going on with the show or to enjoy it (and that’s true, for sure).
The group was asked why they think vampires are so popular in TV, since there are so many new vampire shows coming out. Andrew answered that, compared to all of the other monsters, vampires are the “most human.” They look and talk like us and their method of attack is “intimate.” He thinks we find them “exciting and thrilling.” They love writing for them on this show because they are so “deeply human,” which also makes it “more terrifying.”
Seith was asked how much he uses of the two previous movies, how he distinguishes the new series from those, what choices he makes and how much he shoots at night.
Seith admitted that he’s never seen the American remake of the Swedish film and didn’t want it to influence him. He feels that there’s “more love” in Andrew’s script than there was in the original movie (and more relationships). He wanted to make the city feel very “cold” and “harsh,” like the film, but with more light and love in the center of it. They used that metaphor when they shot the show. He spoke about how the show is different from the film by necessity. They loved the original but then had to “do your own thing.” He and Andrew had to rely on their own instincts as filmmakers to do that.
Maddie was asked what kind of physical and emotional adjustments he had to make “to become this predatory, dark character.” The reporter was impressed with her animalistic movements and asked if she had to train specially for that.
She replied that when she first got the script, she knew that she would have to go to “certain lengths,” which she had to accept. It worked out for her. She fell in love with the role right away. She spoke of late nights with blood all over her face but said that it was all worth it. She didn’t go through any particular training for her “unnatural movement” but just did it the best way she could. She’s excited to see the finished project.
The next journalist was a latina, who said that she was excited to see latinas in a fantasy world. She asked Demián and Maddie about working together and what we should expect from them in the series this season. Maddie said that she always enjoys working with Demián because she learns so much, and they formed a bond from working together and hanging out, which they took into their scenes. She said that he’s “just an amazing person, an amazing actor.” Demián said that he feels the same way about her. He was a child actor, too, so working with children always reminds him of those days. Watching Maddie and Ian makes him admire how much fun they have playing, and he praises the producers for creating such a great space where, even though it’s a dark show, the children can play and have fun. He said that Maddie is a “because she’s a true professional,” so she makes everything easy. She’s also never taken a break from the shooting, other than going to school. She’s always prepared, even though the role is very physically and emotionally demanding. He relates that it took a toil on him, he “was drained,” but the kids were not.
Another reporter asked how Maddie’s singing (which she loves) “informs” her acting and vice versa. Maddie gave a very intelligent answer about how singing and acting both get different aspects from each other. They both use different movements and emotions. She likes to take the styles from singing into her acting.
Grace was asked a tough question about where she finds her character’s “moral center,” since her brother is a vampire and her father is kind of a jerk. She feels that’s the main theme of the series: Where does the moral center lie? Her character was not in the movie. The writers gave her an impression of what Claire was like, and they answered her questions about her very well. She reveals that Grace is “very complicated” and “does very questionable things to save her brother and to find a cure.” She sees her as an “adversary to Demián’s character.” The show toes the line between good and evil. She believes everyone lives in the grey zone as three dimensional, complicated people.”
Grace was also asked if her family enjoys vampire stories, and has she shown them this series. Grace admitted that she had never been into them before, and she hadn’t seen the movie at first. She loved it, once she saw it. She learned a lot about vampires from this show and the movie.
Andrew was asked what their “vampire rules” are because every vampire movie or show seems to have their own rules. Andrew didn’t want to spoil too much but did tell us that vampires have to be invited in (alluding to the title of the show). Also, a line in the novel says that being a vampire is like an infection, and they repeat that in the movie, so he discussed that idea with a virologist. The doctor was happy to talk about vampires. The vampires can’t go in the sun and only eat blood. I thought this part was interesting. The virologist “talked about the part of the brain that very specifically manages pigmentation in the skin that acts as a shield for UV radiation from the sun being the same part of the brain that deals with the flight or fight mechanism and the mechanisms that would exist that would shut off the body to accept anything but oxygenated blood.” That became the idea for Claire, a scientist, who is trying a cure or treatment for her brother, and for Mark, who’s trying to find the same for his daughter. Obviously science can’t explain all of it, such as being invited into someone’s home. They tried to be as realistic as possible with the vampire mythology being explained by science to a certain extent.
Grace added that the vampires on the show are more like real people who happen to be victims. They’re not just “scary monsters or violent predators,” which is what makes them different from other vampire movies or shows. He added that because of these mechanisms in the brain, the vampire attacks “can be quite vicious and quite violent,” which is why Naomi is investigating “these homicides that are so gruesome and so violent in their nature,” which seem to be done some kind of monster.
Anika was asked how her character being a detective brought to her character and how it informed her “as a human being.” Anika thinks that her being a cop means that she’s more watchful than most neighbors and notices more. Mark and Ellie are hoping that they’ll be more comfortable there, but they can’t really be, since they live next door to Naomi. She always suspects the worst of people (even though she wants to see the best in people). Andrew praised the way she answered that question. He just spoke to the writing and how the characters and their stories weaved together well.
Seith praised the way Andrew wrote Isiah to be such a three-dimensional character because he wasn’t in the film. He likes the story between Isaiah and his mom, and how she tries to be a good parent to this bullied boy, but sometimes she fails (like most parents do).
Anika was asked how it works for her character to be the single mom as well as the hunter and how that affected her approach to the role. Anika praised the writing because Naomi is written as a real person and not your typical TV mom. She loves that this character is a hunter as well as loves her child. She often has the conflict between being a good mom and being a hunter or protector. She loves how Naomi is multifaceted and who changes constantly because of all that she’s juggling. She expressed that as an actor, she doesn’t like the “mom role” usually because it’s boring. Naomi, though, “is dealing with her own issues, who is tortured with her own things, but also has the capacity for great, strong, intense love, which makes for really good decisions and really bad decisions all in the same space.”
Anika was also asked whether she ever wanted to make any changes to the role or script. She explained how actors often know the character very well and want to ask questions or suggest changes, but in this case, they were very open to her questions and suggestions. They didn’t view it as a challenge, like some writers or producers would. She’s “grateful to be in this space.”
Demián has his own restaurant in Mexico, so he was asked how much of that real life experience he brought to this role (because Mark works as a chef). He told us about how he came to New York when he was 22, “trying to learn English,” and he “worked at a Mexican restaurant” while he was starting as an actor. He and his friend opened a restaurant in Mexico that’s been there “for 22 years,” and he still loves to go there and cook. He compares cooking to the theater, “from picking up the right products and picking up the right elements and making sure that everything’s right there on the table before you begin cooking. This is so similar to art in general.” He agreed that this helped him with the role. He’s very happy that Mark is a cook.
SHOWTIME ANNOUNCES PREMIERE DATE AND RELEASES OFFICIAL FIRST-LOOK TEASER FOR NEW THRILLER LET THE RIGHT ONE IN
The 10-Part Drama Will Debut on Non-Linear Platforms on Friday, October 7 And Premiere On-Air on Sunday, Oct 9 at 10 p.m. ET/PT
Photo: Francisco Roman/SHOWTIME
LOS ANGELES – July 26, 2022 – SHOWTIME will debut its new thriller drama LET THE RIGHT ONE IN on streaming and on demand for all SHOWTIME subscribers on Friday, October 7, before making its on-air debut on Sunday, October 9 at 10 p.m. ET/PT. Led by Oscar® nominee Demián Bichir (A Better Life), the 10-episode series from Tomorrow Studios (Snowpiercer) also stars Tony winner Anika Noni Rose (Dreamgirls, Power), Grace Gummer (Mr. Robot), Madison Taylor Baez (Selena: The Series), Kevin Carroll (Snowfall), Ian Foreman (Merry Wish-Mas), Jacob Buster (Colony) and Nick Stahl (Fear the Walking Dead).
Inspired by the original hit Swedish novel and film, the series centers on Mark (Bichir) and his daughter Eleanor (Baez),whose lives were changed 10 years earlier when she was turned into a vampire. Locked in at age 12, perhaps forever, Eleanor lives a closed-in life, able to go out only at night, while her father does his best to provide her with the humanblood she needs to stay alive. With these emotionally charged and terrifying ingredients as a starting point, LET THE RIGHT ONE IN will upend genre expectations, turning a naturalistic lens on human frailty, strength and compassion.
LET THE RIGHT ONE IN is executive produced byaward-winning playwright, writer and producer Andrew Hinderaker (Away, PENNY DREADFUL) who also serves as showrunner. Seith Mann (HOMELAND,#FreeRayshawn, Raising Dion) is also an executive producer and directed the pilot, as well as multiple episodes. Marty Adelstein and Becky Clements are executive producers for Tomorrow Studios (an ITV Studios partnership).Alissa Bachner is co-executive producing, and Bichir serves as a producer on the series.
Demián Bichir Nájera (born August 1, 1963) is a Mexican actor. After starring in telenovelas, he began to appear in Hollywood films. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in A Better Life.
Billy: You don’t like your blueberry muffin? I’ll get you a different kind.
Johnny: No, dad, this one’s fine.
Billy: What about a bagel? I can see they have a doughnut over there.
Johnny: Dad. I said this one’s fine. Guess you and mom have been reading the same how to handbook.
Billy: How to what?
Johnny: “How to help your child accept his bio mom.” Mom already talked me into a huge dinner last night and made me eat a big meal before coming here, even though she knew I was meeting you for breakfast.
Billy: And why do you think she did that?
Johnny: Obviously, stuffing your kid with so much food that he can’t feel anymore is a part of the handbook.
[ Footsteps approaching ]
Allie: Hey.
Noah: Hey, babe. I didn’t expect to see you.
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Allie: How did the numbers turn out?
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Allie: Okay, uh… what do you think went wrong?
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Allie: Oh. Uh, yeah, that actually seems like a really smart move.
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Allie: [ Chuckles ]
Abby: Chance? Babe. You got in late last night. Did you have a rough day yesterday?
Chance: No, no, no. Everything was fine. Why do you ask? You got something on your mind?
Abby: I’m just a little concerned with tucker being back in town. That man cannot be trusted. I know technically he may be dominic’s grandfather, but he should not be anywhere around our son.
Chance: Yeah, I heard he made, uh, a quite the entrance at summer and kyle’s ceremony. A lot of the neighbors called into the station and complained about all the helicopter noise.
Abby: See, that’s exactly what I’m talking about. I don’t want someone like that around dominic. He could endanger him, or at the very least, be a negative influence.
Chance: [ Chuckles ] Well, i think that’s a bit much, honey. I mean, dominic’s one. How is tucker gonna negatively influence a toddler?
Abby: There is nothing funny about how dangerous or manipulative that man can be. You need to back me up on this. Under no circumstance is tucker mccall allowed anywhere around our son.
Victoria: I’m really worried that billy and I made the wrong call on this. Telling johnny chelsea’s his biological mother has been really hard on him.
Nikki: My heart just breaks for him. I mean, this is the kind of thing that could throw his whole world into a tailspin, especially at his age.
Victoria: It really has. It’s shaken his foundation. It’s brought up questions that he never even knew he had until now.
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Victoria: Well, believe me, every second is an uphill battle. I just honestly have been trying to compartmentalize. And when I’m in work, I lean into work and get as much done so I can get home and be with the kids.
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Nikki: So, what are your thoughts about tucker? Any theories on what angle he might be working?
Victoria: The same angle that he’s always working — acquisitions.
Nikki: And is there some reason why you think he might be coming after newman?
Victoria: No. We’re too strong for that, but he can’t be trusted. Tucker mccall always has an agenda. In the past, he went after every big company in genoa city, and while I know he’s not coming after us, I have another plan in play that I think he might be trying to sink his teeth into.
Nikki: And what plan is that?
Victoria: I have it on good authority that chancellor-winters is about to go public. And I have devised a strategy for newman enterprises to swoop in and become the majority stockholder.
Nikki: And how did you find out this information?
Victoria: It’s all thanks to nate. He and I made a deal to work together while you were in los angeles.
Nikki: Really? Why would he go behind his family’s back?
Victoria: Mother, nate has become a very savvy businessman, and he feels that the current structure at chancellor-winters is limiting his opportunities. So I told him that I would put him in charge once we obtain a majority stake.
Nikki: And your father approves of this?
Victoria: Dad’s completely on board. Nicholas is the only one with any objections. He thinks it’s too risky. And I can’t lie. It is a bit of an ethical gray area.
Nikki: Mm-hmm. Well, I think it might be a bit of a legal gray area, as well.
Victoria: It’s a thin line, but I’m certain that nate and i can take care of it. What’s more pressing to me is — has tucker mccall come here because he has the same goal?
Chance: Look, I’m sorry, but you don’t think you’re overreacting just a little?
Abby: No. I don’T. I have seen the pain and devastation that man has caused firsthand. He’s already hurt people that i love, and I’m not gonna sit around and allow him to hurt our son. And honestly, I mean, I’m a little annoyed that you’re not supporting me on this.
Chance: Look, I just think you’re taking this a little too far — because there’s something else that you should know firsthand.
Abby: Okay. What’s that?
Chance: Well, just because someone’s made mistakes in the past doesn’t mean they can’t be a good parent or grandparent today, right?
Abby: [ Scoffs ] So now you’re talking about my family?
Chance: Look, abby, all I’m saying is that I think we need to keep pushing forward, let go of the past, focus on the now, and focus on the future because, honey, that’s all I can handle at the moment. My priorities have to be work and my family.
Abby: Well, it’s good to know that your family at least made the top two.
Chance: [ Sighs ] Please. Please don’t start that again.
Billy: Okay, smart guy, you don’t have to finish your muffin. I’m not going to force-feed you anymore, alright?
Johnny: Thank you. My stomach says thank you.
Billy: Well, good. And I’ll tell your mother to stop doubling down on the meals for you.
Johnny: Look, I get it. You guys are just concerned. But you really don’t have to worry.
Billy: Johnny, we’re your parents. We’re always going to worry, okay? That’s kind of what we do. We’re gonna be protective of you.
Johnny: But I really — i don’t need protection. I mean, so, chelsea’s my birth mom. Whatever. I knew I had one. She’s it. I’m over it.
Billy: You know, I don’t think it’s that simple, buddy.
Johnny: You guys are the ones who are making it so over-complicated. I mean, I really just want to get, like, back to normal.
Billy: Well, in my personal experience, when you don’t try to deal with things, they fester and they become problems down the road.
Johnny: Yeah, but — look, I’m really — I’m really not, like, freaked out about it or anything. So, if you want me to scream or cry, I’m sorry, but it’s not gonna happen.
Billy: I don’t want you to do anything. I just want you to know that we’ll be here for you whenever you need us, with whatever you’re going through.
Johnny: I don’t want to keep thinking about this every single day.
Billy: Okay.
Johnny: Can we just drop it? I mean, it’s not gonna change anything, right?
Billy: I will tell you this as many times as I need to tell you — nothing is going to change. I promise you. And you also need to know that no one is gonna force you into anything, okay?
Johnny: Do you really mean it?
Billy: I do.
Johnny: I don’t want to keep talking about this all the time. You said it was my choice.
Billy: Absolutely.
Johnny: Then I’ve made my decision. So, it’s done now, right?
Billy: That’s right. It’s done. It’s your call.
Johnny: Okay, great. So, it’s my choice, and I decide that I never want to talk about it again.
Billy: Hey, where are you going?
Johnny: School, dad. Remember school?
Billy: Yeah, I remember school. I’ll give you a ride.
Johnny: No, we’re actually meaning at chancellor park to do some sort of nature thing.
Billy: Okay, cool. Well, I’ll walk with you.
Johnny: Uh, no, we can skip that, too.
Billy: What’s going on here? You gonna be embarrassed of me when I call out and yell out, “johnny, I love you, buddy, have a good day,” in front of all your friends?
Johnny: Don’t even think about it.
Billy: How are they gonna know if I don’t announce it to everybody?
Johnny: I’d rather they& didn’t, dad.
Billy: Hey. Hey. I love you.
Johnny: [ Chuckles ]
Allie: Look how many people showed up for your big opening night. It was a great turnout.
Noah: Yeah, I was surprised how many people showed up.
Allie: Yeah, everybody was hanging out, enjoying themselves, enjoying the music, the drinks. I got to say, even in L.A., I’ve never experienced anything quite like it.
Noah: Oh, yeah? I bet you did a lot of clubbing out in hollywood, huh?
Allie: Okay. Okay. Don’t judge a book by its cover. I took the occasional study break.
Noah: Mm.
Allie: And in my opinion, this place can rival any nightclub anywhere. And I’m sure that, uh, the people who came from far and wide to check it out would also agree.
Noah: Far and wide, huh? You, uh — you’re referring to audra?
Adam: Hi, sharon.
Sharon: Hey. Um, you want your usual?
Adam: [ Chuckles ] You know what I like.
Sharon: Got it. So, how are things going?
Adam: [ Sighs ] Mnh.
Sharon: Ah? [ Chuckles ] How are you getting along with sally these days?
Adam: Uh, nothing has changed since the last time we spoke about it. Looks like things are over between us.
Sharon: Yeah? Well, I’m sorry to hear that. I thought you two had some potential. It seemed like you had a strong connection.
Adam: Well, I thought so, too, but, um…I guess not.
Sharon: Mm. Hey, by the way, um, I had an interesting conversation with chelsea last night. And I don’t want to alarm you or anything, but she got me kind of worried. Our conversation was rather disturbing.
Johnny: I should have just waited at crimson lights.
Chelsea: Hi, johnny. I didn’t expect to run into you here. If you’re on medicare, remember,
Chelsea: I’m actually really glad I ran into you because i want — um…I — I wanted to thank you for all that time you spent with connor at the pool the other day. He had so much fun with you. And he — he really enjoys any time he gets to spend with his older…cousin. He looks up to you, and I really appreciate how sweet and patient you are with him.
Johnny: You can stop, okay? I know the truth about him and you, and it’s not going to change anything because you are not my mom.
Nikki: I can’t believe tucker would have access to the chancellor-winters board. Hasn’t he been selling off his assets?
Victoria: That whole thing was a crock. The only thing that he was willing to part with was that bentley that he tried to give to summer and kyle.
Nikki: Ugh, thank god they didn’t accept it. That gift would have come with a lot of strings attached.
Victoria: Do you think that he bought chancellor board members gifts to get information?
Nikki: I wouldn’t put it past him. Hey, listen, if you can have a mole at chancellor-winters, so can he.
Victoria: Yes, it’s possible, but in my opinion, it’s unlikely. There is a chance, however, that devon made an offhand comment to his father.
Nikki: Oh, I don’t think he would do that. I mean, it’s not like tucker is his business adviser. There would be no reason for devon to bring it up.
Victoria: That’s true. And as far as I know, they’ve barely been in contact the past couple of years. And besides that, devon has been in the corporate world long enough to know that you keep something like that under wraps, especially with someone like tucker. He knows exactly the kind of person his father is.
Nikki: Mm-hmm. A dedicated corporate raider, like you.
Victoria: Now, don’t tell me that you share the same disapproving attitude as nicholas does because I want to acquire chancellor-winters.
Nikki: Not at all. I am simply saying you cannot underestimate tucker.
Victoria: Believe me, I’m not. Regardless of how tucker found out, it would be foolish to think that he doesn’t know something about the impending ipo.
Nikki: Yeah, well, if he does, you can be sure that he is going to make a move to try to take control of the company. So I would advise that you keep your guard up and your eyes open.
Noah: I hope audra’s sudden appearance hasn’t upset you at all. I promise I didn’t invite her here, and I no way expected her to just show up. Last time we spoke, I was still living in london. There’s been no communication since.
Allie: I know it’s over& between you guys, whether she’s 4,000 miles away or just 4.
Noah: So, you’re — you’re not concerned?
Allie: Not a bit. In fact, I — I haven’t given it another thought since last night.
Noah: Well, good — ’cause like I said, she’s absolutely no threat to us.
Abby: Don’t start with what?
Chance: Do not read into the order in which I say things, okay? Work, family. Family, work. You should know now that family is more important to me.
Abby: Well, it hasn’t really felt that way recently.
Chance: Abby, it is because i care so much about this family that I am just suggesting that you take a second and consider whether all this stuff about tucker is based on personal alliances or rivalries — or if you actually have our family’s best interests at heart. Okay? Think about it. I got to go to this meeting. I’m gonna be late.
Abby: I thought you said your meeting wasn’t for another couple of hours.
Chance: I guess I misspoke. I don’t know. I got to go now. Bye.
Abby: Bye.
Chance: [ Smooches ]
Abby: [ Sighs heavily ]
Adam: You found chelsea’s demeanor disturbing in what way?
Sharon: Well, I don’t want to break her confidence, but I did tell her that I think she should get back into therapy. Whatever chelsea’s juggling emotionally right now, it just seems like it’s a little bit too much for her to handle on her own.
Adam: [ Sighs ] And how did that suggestion go over?
Sharon: Not so well.
Adam: Mm-hmm.
Sharon: But, you know, you two share a bond because of connor. She might be more open to you. I think maybe she would be more open to the suggestion of therapy if it were coming from connor’s father instead of me.
Adam: Well, unfortunately, not so much. I already tried. It’s like the more that I try to address things with her, the more she pushes me away. Last time we talked, we got into it because she decided to tell connor that johnny was his brother without me being present. Even though we agreed to do it together, she just decided to push ahead on her own. It’s like she’s in this space where she just rejects anything that she doesn’t agree with. And I’ve just been noticing this downward spiral of hers for a while now.
Nikki: Yeah. So have I.
Adam: Yeah. And I’m afraid that I am responsible for her initial breakdown that she has yet to recover from. That’s why I want to help her. I want to help her for her sake and for connor’s sake.
Sharon: You can’t put all the blame on yourself for what’s happening.
Adam: I just — I don’t understand. I feel like I’m missing something, like I don’t have all the pieces. I don’t understand how all of this has led her to have some new fixation on johnny. Did you know luxury hair repair
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Chelsea: Johnny, of course not. I’m not your mother. Victoria is your mom, and i would never try to force anything on you.
Johnny: Good.
Chelsea: I just… you know, um, I just thought since we were already in each other’s lives, I didn’t want you to find out from somebody else and end up resenting us for keeping this secret from you. I didn’t want you to wonder about me.
Johnny: So, it was you. You are why my parents decided to force this on me now?
Chelsea: No. I mean, it was — it was something we decided together.
Johnny: But it was your idea in the first place. You are why my world feels like it was just flipped upside down.
Chelsea: Johnny, I’m sorry. That was not my intention. That was not my intention. I just — I wanted you to know that your birth mother cared about you. I always have, and I always will.
[ Sighs ]& And, you know, I mean, this wasn’t just about me. I thought — I thought you and connor could have a deeper connection as brothers.
Johnny: We’re cousins, okay?! And we know each other plenty. What about connor? Does he know the truth now, too?
Sharon: Adam.
Adam: Hmm?
Sharon: Please don’t repeat this to anyone, but after talking with chelsea, I get the feeling that she’s adrift. She’s looking for answers anywhere she can find them. She’s looking for someone or something just to make her feel whole.
Adam: Well, based on what I’ve seen, that rings true.
Sharon: I imagine that connor has been a focal point for her. Ever since he was born, he helps her feel grounded. But people and things outside of ourselves can only help us for so long if we don’t fix what’s going on inside. And the more and more that chelsea gets goes adrift, she looks around for someone to make her feel anchored. And right now, that anchor is johnny, and she’s clinging to that desperately.
Adam: Yeah, but, sharon, that’s not fair to johnny.
Sharon: No, it is not.
Adam: And it’s just as unfair for her to use connor to draw johnny in closer.
Sharon: Well, I don’t think that chelsea’s intentionally being malicious or trying to be harmful. I think she just doesn’t really know what she’s doing. She’s trying to stay emotionally afloat.
Adam: Well, then I guess i can’t hold her fully responsible if she doesn’t even comprehend what she’s doing is wrong. But as much as I’m concerned about her, my primary focus has to be shielding my son because i refuse to let this hurt connor.
Chelsea: Yes. Connor knows who you are. I told him shortly after billy and victoria told you about me.
Johnny: Mm. And how’d he take it? That well? Huh! Guess that just proves my point. Having this conversation was a bad idea all around. Neither connor nor I want anything to change. So, why don’t we just pretend that we never had this conversation and bring things back to the way they’re supposed to be?
[ Cellphone pings ] Sorry. I got to go. I’m in the wrong place.
[ Sighs ]
Devon: Abby.
Abby: Hey.
Devon: Hey. Is everything alright with you?
Abby: Yes, of course.
Devon: Yeah?
Abby: How did things go with tucker last night? Did he take my hint and just leave town?
Devon: Oh, that was a hint?
[ Both laugh ]
Abby: I guess I didn’t really hide my feelings that I truly detest the man.
Devon: Mm, you were far from subtle.
Adam: Mm-hmm. I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to offend you. I know he is your biological father, and that makes him technically dominic’s grandfather. Ugh.
Devon: Why don’t you tell us how you really feel?
[ Both laugh ] I’d hate to see your full-out warnings and threats to people.
Abby: So, when I walked away, was he shaking with fear?
Devon: No. Not at all. Not at all. The rest of our dinner actually went really well. We just talked a lot, talked about family, talked about him coming to town to reconnect with people.
Abby: Hmm.
Devon: Least that’s what he says he’s doing. I don’t know what to make of him showing up like this. It’s so random. It’s kind of thrown me for a loop.
Abby: Yeah, it was a shock to everyone.
Devon: And from what he said, he’s planning on sticking around for a while and putting down roots.
Abby: And how do you really feel about that?
Devon: Mnh. When you can’t sleep…
[ Knock on door ]
Billy: Got a minute?
Victoria: Sure. Come on in.
Billy: I wanted to fill you in on my morning with johnny. I feel like we’re making some progress.
Victoria: How so?
Billy: Well, his sarcasm is back and in full effect. That’s for sure.
Victoria: That’s a good sign.
Billy: Yeah, it is. He was critiquing the similarities in our parenting skills. I guess we’re both using food as a coping mechanism. I was questioning why he wasn’t finishing his muffin, and he informed me that you already force-fed him a massive breakfast this morning.
Victoria: Oops. Sorry about that. I forgot that you were meeting him at the coffeehouse.
Billy: It’s all good. He feels less confused and less angry. And I’m hoping that this is him coming to terms with the news.
Victoria: I’m really relieved to hear that.
Billy: But don’t get me wrong. He definitely does not want anything to change. And I made him a promise that nothing would.
Victoria: Absolutely. And I told him the same thing. I do, however, have one concern. How is chelsea gonna react when she finds out that this little scenario of hers isn’t going her way?
Chance: Look how happy and simple things are for these kids. They’re just playing, enjoying the day, having fun. Oh, the carefree lifestyle of youth. Mm. It’s hard not to miss those days sometimes.
Chelsea: It’s us adults who inevitably yank all that innocence and free spirit away.
Chance: Hey, is something wrong?
Chelsea: The world is a cruel and unforgiving place. What’s the point in trying to make it any less horrible? Why bother trying to make things better?
Chance: Hey, I was gonna hit crimson lights and have a coffee. I know I could sure use the company, if you want to join me.
Nikki: [ Clears throat ] Sorry to interrupt you two.
Noah: Hey. It’s always good to see you, grandma.
Allie: Hi, mrs. Newman.
Nikki: Noah, this is beautiful. What a fabulous job you’ve done.
Noah: Thank you.
Nikki: Mm.
Noah: Well, I’m glad you like it. Anytime you want to come, vip section with your name on it, overflowing with sparkling cider on the house.
Nikki: Well, now, darling, i must tell you that if you keep comping everybody, you’re not gonna make a profit.
Noah: I am quite aware of that now. And judging by last night’s numbers, your warning is pretty justified.
Nikki: Oh, don’t worry about that. That was just the first night. All businesses need a little time to become successful.
Allie: That’s what I keep telling him. This place gonna blow up, noah.
Noah: Well, thank you for the encouragement.
Nikki: Um, I have something I’d like to discuss with you if you have a moment.
Noah: Oh, yeah? What’s that?
Nikki: It has to do with your time in london.
Allie: You know what? I should get going, or else I’m gonna be late. It was lovely to see you again, mrs. Newman.
Nikki: You too.
Noah: Bye, babe.
Allie: Bye.
Noah: [ Sighs ]
Nikki: Allie’s lovely. It’s nice to see the two of you getting so close.
Noah: Yeah, she’s pretty great. Please. So, what did you want to know about london?
Nikki: Well, um, I was wondering if you came across any artist funds while you were there.
Noah: I reached out to a couple, but I had really limited experience.
Nikki: Have you ever heard of a company called private image limited?
Noah: No, that name doesn’t ring a bell.
Nikki: Well, actually, the fund is called wild beauty, incorporated.
Noah: Why do you ask?
Nikki: It’s related to some questions I have about diane’s time in los angeles. You didn’t live this strong, this long to get put
Noah: Okay, this is all sounding a little odd to me. Why would diane have anything to do with the art fund? She was supposedly living this quiet life in L.A. Wild beauty — they were throwing a lot of money around.
Nikki: Oh, so, you have heard of it?
Noah: Yeah, I knew someone who worked there.
Nikki: Really? Was this person a friend of yours?
Noah: Not exactly. It was the, uh — the woman i was seeing in london.
Nikki: [ Gasps ] Oh. The one who —
Noah: Yeah. Yeah, that one. Her name’s audra charles.
Nikki: Well, can you tell me a little bit about what she did there, who she worked for? I mean, it could be very important, but I-I don’t want to dredge up any bad memories for you.
Noah: Oh, no, no, it’s — it’s fine. Audra was actually already on my mind.
Nikki: Well, I just saw how happy you and allie are. So, why on earth would you be thinking of your ex?
Noah: Well, because suddenly she’s impossible to avoid.
Nikki: What do you mean?
Noah: Okay, I hadn’t seen audra since I came back from london, and then last night she shows up out of nowhere. And not only was she in genoa city, but she was right here at the club.
Nikki: She came all the way from london to attend your opening night?
Noah: She said she was here for other reasons, but — and she found out I opened up this place and wanted to check it out. Yeah, but now you’re talking about wild beauty, and this all just seems kind of weird to me.
Nikki: Yes. Very weird. And very interesting.
Devon: Honestly, abby, i don’t — I don’t really know how I feel about tucker coming back to town, whether it’s for a short period of time or permanently. You know, there’s nothing bad between us. There’s no tension. If anything, there’s just been more distance between us over the years, which is another reason why it’s so surprising that he just showed up like this.
Abby: Do you ever wish you had a closer relationship with him?
Devon: I mean, yeah, of course I do. He’s my biological father, so i would — I would love to have a tighter bond with him, especially with neil being gone. But at the same time, it’s hard to always trust his intentions, given his past. And with chancellor-winters doing so well right now, his timing is a little suspicious.
Abby: Do you think that’s why he turned up so suddenly?
Devon: I don’t want to think that, but, you know, it’s tucker. And he always has another card to play. So I can’t help but wonder what’s really going on and what his real agenda is.
Billy: I don’t want to speculate on how chelsea is going to react, but I will say that she seems a lot more fragile than I have seen her in a while.
Victoria: Come on, billy. We both know what chelsea’s capable of when she’s in a bad place, and it’s not our responsibility to temper that. The best thing that we can do is try to keep johnny as far away from her as possible. And in the meantime, I think that’s probably the safest bet for all of us.
Billy: [ Sighs ]
Victoria: Billy, johnny has got to be our main priority right now.
Billy: I understand that.
Victoria: He can’t deal with this kind of turmoil on his own. We’ve got to be there for him.
Billy: I agree 100%. But I can’t help but be a little worried about chelsea.
Victoria: Well, then be worried about her from afar. Chelsea needs to pull herself together and stop using our son as her crutch.
Adam: Chelsea. Hi.
Chelsea: Is sharon here?
Adam: Uh, she just stepped back in the back room.
Chelsea: What’s going on here?
Adam: What do you mean?
Chelsea: Are you and sharon conspiring against me, discussing all the things that are wrong with me?
Adam: What? No. Of course not.
Chelsea: Are you all — what, you’re all working together, trying to fix me? Is that why you brought me here?
Chance: No.
Adam: Chelsea, calm down. Nobody is conspiring against you or trying to fix you. Um, we’re just — we’re concerned about you.
Chelsea: I don’t need your concern. And I don’t need your pity. And I don’t need your judgments. All I am trying to do is spend some time with my other son. I want to be a part of his life. And I want him to be a part of mine!
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Nate: I haven’t been operating in good faith.
Lily: Why would you do something like that?
Devon: This is about you and me, isn’t it?
Chelsea: It was such a beautiful day. I had to —
Billy: You had to what? Camp out here and wait for your moment to ambush my son?
Tucker: I’ve dreamt of this day for a long time.
Ashley: Please spare me the compliments and the pretty speeches. Why are you really here, tucker?
Ava, this is a surprise why you invited us both to move back in. Yeah, that’s the problem. Aj, aren’t you excited to welcome your son and your sister-in-law back?
Hi. I just wanted to make sure you made your flight on time. Okay, Deb, and just so you know, okay. As soon as Sarah gives me the green light, I’m gonna come visit you. Okay? And you and me and Ari, we can video chat tonight. Come miss you already
a few more. Okay, bye.
So Will is headed back to la huh? Uh, no, Alex, he’s headed to Minnesota to judge St. OL’s annual Yodeling contest. . So now you’re channeling the Golden Girls to make fun of me. Hmm. Good. So that means you’re on the fast track to recovery and also means that our truth is over. Okay.
And send. How are you liking your first day at SJ P? Watching you work is exhausting. Come on. You did a lot. We sent out email blasts to everyone on the distribution list. We came up with a strategy for undecided voters confirmed that those freaking mailers were finally sent out, and we set up a major press conference for Paulina.
Yep, you’re right. Very impressive. And I couldn’t have done it without your help. Put her there. Partner
Are you leaving? No, I’m just, I’m just checking to make sure I didn’t walk into the wrong apartment by a mistake. Okay. Shut the door. No.
Did you really just say that you think we should have a threesome with Alexus? Yeah, I did
like Sands through the hour class. So are the days of our lives.
So, where is this coming from? How long have you been thinking about us sleeping with Alex? Um, a while, I guess. Okay. How long is a while? A week. A month. Ever since he first asked us at the bar. I don’t know. It’s not like I wrote it in my calendar. Okay. Don’t get mad. You had to know I was gonna have some questions.
You just sprung this on me outta nowhere. I don’t feel like I’m spraying this on you. We talked about this, Uh, yeah, as a joke, because Alex wouldn’t stop trying to get in our drawers. Okay. I know, I know. But would it really be so bad if he did?
Look, I’m sorry. Okay. You’re right. I shouldn’t have snapped like that. It’s.
It’s a little bit frustrating, you know, almost, almost dying, losing everything that I care about and then Will has to just leave so quickly. I know, it’s just, it’s making it harder, this separation, even though I know it’s temporary. Hmm. Well I really am sorry that you couldn’t beat that with him. Yeah, me too.
You got lucky guy, son, you and Will. You got each other. You got Ari. You’re obviously really good at relationships, which is actually why I was kind of hoping. Hoping what? Maybe you could give me a little Sage Jackson CCU advice caught about. I love life. I think Tamara Enterprises is going to ruin the day they forced you out.
Their lost is definitely my game. Oh, you’re a good teacher. Don’t be so modest. Have great ideas and um, I know our deal was that you were only gonna work here until the election, but I might be trying to change your mind about that. Okay. We’ll see about that. Fair. Why don’t we celebrate your first day with a bottle of champagne on the company?
Okay? If that’s a per for for us J then I might be in.
Oh, I’m delighted to have the both of you here where you belong. If I seem surprised it was only because I didn’t hear from either of you about, uh, my offer. Yeah. I just decided why not? Well, I’m glad you said. Please come in. Please.
We’ll leave your bags there. We’ll, uh, go have a drink and we’ll have Harold over see, uh, getting the room ready. Okay. Wait that up so fast. Um, please ask Harold to get two rooms ready because Johnny and I won’t be sharing.
Now this is more like it. Wow, someone sounds very happy. . Oh, I’m always happy to see you. Find black Behind. Walking Through My Door.
Oh, uh, you. I don’t know what has made you so happy, but whatever it is, they should bottle it and sell it. I know I was a little down at breakfast. Yeah. Well, you know you shouldn’t give all those morning polls. You, You just announced that you were running when you got here. I was reading over the Progress reporter and our campaigns outreach.
Boy, that’s too Mickey, please. . That is an understatement. I had to light a fire under Stephanie Johnson, but I think it worked. This progress report is so my money . It’s like she read my mind. Well, I’m glad to hear that. Mm-hmm. So it, my, so I, I would’ve hated kicking Steven Kill’s daughter to the curb.
I’m hoping, I’m hoping that Stephanie will take my advice about bringing Chad Jamira on board. That man, he seems to have a lot on the ball.
Oh. Looks like you could use the top off. Mm. Thank you kindly. Oh, you’re welcome, kindly. Uh oh. Oh no. Okay. I gotta go grab another bottle. . Fair boy. Can’t let the boss ladies glass get empty. Will you cut that out? You are much more than an errand boy. Okay. Yeah. Then what is my, uh, official title here at SJ p r?
Well, SJ hasn’t figured that out yet.
No, don’t tell me. Pollina is sending notes about the stuff you just said there. What? It’s my brother trip. He and Joey are texting me every hour on the hour about mom. I wish she would just let me tell them how sick she is. Wow. Maybe, um, maybe she figures that it would be too hard on them. Since they’re so far away.
It’s no, no picnic being close by either. Yeah. I’m sorry. Thanks. After old Uncle Vic had, Stephanie and I start working together. I thought maybe we’d be getting somewhere. You know, we joked around, caught her checking me out a couple times, stuff like that. But then nothing ever happened. Soon as the meeting is done, she was gone.
But this is what I’m talking about, man. You’re totally obsessed with her, which is not only a turnoff for her, it’s not very healthy for you. Oh yeah, good thing. I don’t need a shrink. I need you to help me get through to her. Then have you ever just tried doing nothing? Have you ever just tried? Stop trying.
That’s your sage advice. Yes. Yes it is. Look, you need to get over this obsession and accept the fact that this woman is just not interested in you. Not only she not interested in you, but from what you tell me, she actively dislikes you and wants you to leave her the hell alone. And Uncle Vic thinks that you’re the smart one son.
I just told you I have to fix this. I have to do something. I told you that I was a jerk to her when I saw her at the hospital. Tina, with what’s the big deal? She already thought you were a jerk. Anyway, the big deal is that her mother was sick and I had no idea. There I was acting on my high horse like an ass, and now I have to do something to make up for it.
Okay? I have to ask you something. All right, So if you’re suddenly fine with this, , Does this have anything to do with Johnny? Ew. What? No. What? Okay. No. What does my brother have to do with this? Well, it’s because we’ve been fighting about him, and then I’d mentioned that I’d run into him, and then all of a sudden you’re talking about a threesome.
Is that what this is about? Because you’re still worried about my pass with Johnny, and you think that a threesome will solve that.
I know I had a bad reaction when I became aware of your relationship. Oh, you might say that, but I got used to the idea, so it seems a bit sophomore to keep up the pretense of separate rules. Yeah. It’s not a pretest. It’s all right. John. This family has a history of unusual couples. Gabby has diligently worked her way through most of the men in this family.
I think Tony and I are the only ones left standing. Kate was married to both father and Andre and Andre once married Kristen while pretending to be Tony. Okay. Okay. Yes. You’re making fun of us. It’s very funny. I’m not, I’m telling you that your May, December quasi incestuous involvement is part for the court shade of that, that Ava and I are not sleeping together and that’s not gonna change.
Is that right? Johnny and I are friends. That’s it.
What if I just played old school, Send her flowers wouldn’t work. Why not? A woman doesn’t love flowers. Oh, a woman who sold you over and over again. She doesn’t date men who she works with. Come on. It’s not like I’m sending her that. I want you to go to bed with me. Bouquet. It’s like I’m talking to a brick wall.
It’s more like I’m sending her the, I’m sorry for being a complete jackass while your mother is viciously sick arrangement. Ooh, Alex. That’s a great idea. And what does that arrangement look like again? Is it like a, a bunch of lilies with a black ribbon around it? It, it’s a funeral joke. Okay. Flowers are out.
I got it terrified that you’re this. No, no, no. This is genius. Sunny, I, Stephanie’s whole issue is that she doesn’t wanna date somebody that she works with. Right. Those were your own words. Right. But that’s not her only issue. From what I recall, she kind of hated you before you guys started. Oh, this Sony boy, I’m gonna roll here.
Okay. She’s not, she’s not to you got it. I got. I got it. Okay. Then again, petrified to hear this, honestly, it’s the perfect solution and I don’t know why hell just spit it out. It’s fine. Okay, so Stephanie’s whole problem is that she doesn’t wanna date somebody like me because we work together. So I’ll fire her.
I seem to have put the kbo on our little celebration. I’m sorry. No, I know your mom is on your mind around the clock. You shouldn’t feel guilty. About taking time for your own life. She just, she doesn’t get any better. She’s beloved at that hospital. There’s gonna be so many people fighting for her.
They’re gonna pull her through this. I wish I had your faith.
I, maybe you don’t know this, but when I was a little girl, we were told my dad was dead. Yeah, I, I know. Sorry. We went on believing it for years. I accepted the fact that he was lost to me forever. Must have felt like a miracle when he came home. It did, but during all those years before the miracle, my mom was my rock.
My world was still okay because I knew I had.
I can’t lose her. I just can’t.
Ah, thank you. I can definitely use a drink. Oh, rough day. I have had better ones. Trouble at City Hall. Yeah, he know. It’s not that I spoke to John this afternoon. Marlene is sick. Oh no. How. Serious. He’s really worried about her. You know what? When I was lecturing Stephanie today, Chad told me to cut her some slack because her mother was so sick.
Now she and Marla, they both work at the hospital. Maybe there’s some bad bug running around. Well, I wish we were that simple. John said that Marlena, Kayla, and Kate can all blame the same man for what? A. Well, do you know who he was talking about? Yep. Murphy is,
I have to say, I don’t understand what is there to understand. Johnny and I are friends. That’s it. F why did I catch the two of you and back together? Dad, nothing happened because I interrupted you. . Okay, So this may surprise you, but every once in a while things happen that don’t have anything to do with.
I’m the one who put the brakes on it. You may have forgotten, but, um, I recently lost my husband, so I’m not ready to move on with anyone just yet. I see. So you can, uh, forget about adding me and Johnny to the Twisted Damara family. His. Okay. How about that drink?
Wow. Uh, you really think that I would suggest us hooking up with Alex, because I am still scared of you being into Johnny. Like, do you really think I’m that twisted? No, that isn’t what I said. Well, then what are you saying? I, I don’t know. I’m, I’m really confused. Look, I just, I thought that this was something we could try together from the get go.
You have been very open about being sexually fluid. Okay. And you’re bi so what does that have to do with anything? Well, I, I think that it just shows that we are both attracted to men, right? Sure. So are you. Saying that you miss having sex with them?
No, I do not miss having sex with men. This is not about missing anything. I just, I just think it could be fun. Sure. It could. Fun. But I’ve learned with you that I can be happy and a loving, monogamous relationship. And I thought that you were happy too. I am. Are you sure? Yes. Yes, I am sure. Look, the last thing that I wanna do, the last thing I’d ever wanna do is cheapen what we have.
I just think that this is something that we could. You know, as a couple, bringing a guy like Alex into our relationship, right? Not into our relationship, just into our bed, okay? This is just about sex. There’s no feelings. And that is why. That is why Alex is the perfect guy to choose for this, because there’s no way that either one of us would ever fall for that dufu.
Alex, You’re kidding. Right? You know you can’t terminate Stephanie’s contract. Just because you want to date her, why not? Because that is literally textbook sexual harassment. Alex, you’ve dumb ass okay with the insults though really I know this is new for you to be attracted to someone and not have them attracted to you too.
This is not new for me, Sunny. It’s happened to me before and it’s still hurts. Say fair. How long ago was this? Third grade. Oh my god. I give, I give up. This is, it’s pointless. Okay. Why don’t we treat this like, uh, like a growing experience Except in the fact that a hard no does not mean maybe
I do hear where you’re coming from. Maybe you’re right, Sonny. You know, firing Stephanie would be wrong on many levels. Yes it would. So I’m gonna quit. Oh my God. I can’t. What are you, what are you doing? What do you mean you can’t, You’re on the road to recovery. Big boy. So part of, I literally got stabbed in my back.
Do not understand. You gotta be ing to get the CEO chair if you’re not what I heard. Xander, you looking for the job bra or what about dad wins? Alex, what about that? That chick what is off the boat? Stop. Stop. Another CEO change will make Titan look as unstable as Damara. Uncle Vick is very happy with the job you’re doing.
Okay, so. You’re gonna have to stay put until I’m well enough to come back. And what about my feelings for Stephanie? Did we not just talk about this, but since it obviously did not register? Okay. This woman alone, Okay. You’re gonna get over this obsession that you have and back off. All right. Okay. It registered.
I get it. I’m a little obsessed. It’s not healthy for me. I have to find a way to get it under control. I get it. Yeah, you do. Okay. And you will, You’re just feeling a little rejected right now and I’m feeling a little lonely. So how about we, uh, we soothe our aching hearts by feeling our empty stomachs. You might be on.
Does Julie’s place still have those, um, chilly dogs like Adrian used to make? I doubt they’re as good as hers, but anything we’ll do right now, how many you want? I know two, two, really two, two is gonna fill that t and ease that. Breaking hard. Make it six. You got it.
It was wrong of me to jump to the conclusion that the two of you were adding affair . You’re right. But I sort of can’t believe you’re saying it and I mistook your plans for Ava Forum for doing what you. Being nice to a grieving woman just to get what you want. And when you told me that you would move out, if I insisted that Ava move out to, I misunderstood your intentions there as well.
I should have known that a principled young man like yourself would never take advantage of a woman in Avis. Situation is what you were talking about before. What do you mean? Oh, come now. We both know how much you treasured your marriage to Jake, don’t we?
Hmm. So, trying to blow up Kate, Marlene and Kayla wasn’t enough of his. Off his ba, he’s making him sick. Math too. Poison in the month of biotoxin, if a fortune tiller have predicted. One day my husband would say a thing like that to me. I’d have called a liar and walked out without paying. Yeah. Well it was hard for me to believe too, But Oria seems to be going for Brooke.
He seems determined to kill the partners of his three greatest enemies, John and Steve Roman. My God, they must be losing their minds. I know. I wouldn’t be if it was you. Oh, that’s sweet. But let’s don’t go there. I’m gonna go over to the hospital to see how everyone’s doing. Well, the hospital is only allowing close family to visit.
Kate, Kate checked herself out the hospital. Let her do that. . When Kate wants something, it is hard to change her mind. Mm. Poor woman. Living with a woman that’s stubborn. Mm. That was a joke. Hey, uh, why don’t we go over there and see if there’s anything we can do for them. Now you talk . Oh, come in.
Sloan Peterson. Mayor car. It’s so nice to see you again. What do you want? Nothing from you. I’m here to see your wife.
Yeah, I do have some idea what you’ve been going.
Since my mom died, Kate has been, has been the, she’s always been there for me. You know, she’s, She’s closer to me than bj, even Tony, most of the time. I’m scared for her now. And you’re still grieving Abigail? Yeah. This job came around at just the right. For me too.
How have you been coping?
Well, I told myself I would, um, I’d, I’d feel better once, uh, once they caught whoever the killer was, like it would bring me closure. However, now that means didn’t work out that way. No, kind of the opposite. I mean, it filled my days. I, I had a job to do a purpose, but.
No, I just, I felt lost, so you threw me a lifeline. So thank you. Hmm. I think I’ll just nip down to the wine cellar and get a special bottle for this case. You a Melo drinker if I recall. Hm. Be careful down there. Don’t let yourself get locked in that secret room. I’ve heard so much about , don’t believe everything you hear
you, uh, buying all this friendliness from him. All I know is that EJ Damara doesn’t. Anything unless there’s something in it for him. Yeah. And that’s what I’m worried about. Let’s try not to, I’ve got your back. He goes both.
Thanks. Of course. So what are you thinking? Oh, . Well, I am not gonna lie. I am still a little thrown by this whole thing, baby. I think you’re worrying too much. And what I’m worried about is that you’re not giving this a whole lot of thought. You let Henry go with Nicole, and now you’re off to the races.
It’s just sex. Yeah. That sounds like the famous last words from a love triangle thriller. And then the next thing you know, somebody’s bunny’s getting boiled. Okay. Okay, Fine. . I will admit that the thought of you and Johnny still bothers me, but I know that’s what this was about, but Johnny is not the reason that I think we should be with Alex.
Okay. Look, I, I still remember what I had with Trip and I remember how much I enjoyed it and how hot it was. Mm-hmm. so much Shell that you cheated on him with me. Okay. Yes. You and I were always into each other. But we also had amazing chemistry with the men in our lives, and I just, I don’t want either one of us to miss that and then mess up what we have.
And you think that Alex C is the answer to that? It might be fun to figure out,
you two know each. Ms. Peterson has a thriving practice as a defense attorney. . You too kind. Mayor Carver. Oh, it’s, it’s a nice way of calling you an ambulance chaser. So what do you want with my wife? I hear you just announced that you’re running for governor. That’s right. Answer Ape’s question. I’d like to speak with you privately.
Um, why don’t you go ahead to the pub without. Are you sure? Mm-hmm. Not gonna handle whatever this is right here. Give my my love to Roman and Katie. Mm. All right. Be careful. My wife has friends in high places.
Okay, Ms. Peterson. Now what is this about
you? A busy woman, so I’ll get right to the point you do that. I know you didn’t mention my running for governor for nothing. I represent a client who’s in possession of certain inform. Should that information become public, your nascent political prayer would be over before it begins.
Okay. One Who needed rescuing? Here? It was me. No. Come on. Hmm. If you hadn’t walked in one you did this morning, I’m telling you Paul would’ve canned. No. Yeah, and just firing me wouldn’t have been enough. She would’ve tried to ruin my career. , you’re giving me too much credit. I was just following your lead, me saying, Yes, Paulina.
No, Paulina. That was the lead. No, it was just a, a distraction. Now I just come from Abby’s grave. Oh, Chad, almost. I imagined seeing her. I’m not losing it. No, I didn’t think that. It’s just so sad.
She told me that I, she moved on with my life. If only were that easy.
Okay. Before we take this any further, I have to make something clear. Being fluid doesn’t mean that I’m always missing men. I am in a happy, committed relationship with the woman I love. I feel. Exactly the same way about you.
So, uh, if I were to say yes to this, what will we do next? How will we make it happen?
Hey, Hey. I thought you were getting Julie’s. Yeah, they were all outta Julie Dogs, so it’s running by the pub and grab some burgers and fries. I hope that’s. I see. That sounds great.
Are you okay? Yeah.
I’m gonna run the kitchen. Grab some beers,
huh? What’s up? It’s all and chan. You want me to come over?
Listen, uh, before my dad gets back, I, I just wanted to say that I, I totally get why you put the breaks on us. I still think we’d be great together. Oh, Johnny Ash, Let me finish. You take all the time you need, Okay. To grieve for Jake. But if and when you’re ready, I’m here. Oops. It’s good to know. Oh, look who is back.
Who, Who’s that present for? Why you? Of course. There you go. If good Latin open this would you. Sure thing. Good.
Oh, it isn’t ticking. So that’s encouraging , how I enjoy that. Nimble weight of yours. Mm. Oh good. What is it?
It’s my marriage license. Mm. I took the liberty of having it framed for you. I was gonna have it delivered to you, but since you decided to move in, I thought I’d present it to you now. What a thoughtful gesture. Thank you. There’s just, One problem with it. And what’s that? Dad? That’s not your Uncle Jake’s signature.
Abraham was right about you. You are a damn ambulance Chas. Now, if you or your client is expecting some sort of hush money payday, then think again. All of Paul price’s, dirty laundry has been aired out for the world to see. Just let yourself out. Oh, I wasn’t talking about you Ms. Price. I was talking about your daughter.
I cannot believe we are really doing this well. We won’t be doing much of anything until Alex shows up. Well, would it be terrible if he didn’t? I thought you were up for. I am, but I,
Do you wanna get it or should I, Uh, let’s get it together. Okay.
Hey, hey, Alex. Thanks for coming. Sure. What’s up
Jen? You have to give yourself some time. Yeah, Time hasn’t exactly been working out for me. What do you mean? Um, maybe I. Should put the recovery thing on. Fast forward. I just don’t understand. I may have, maybe what Abby was trying to say was that I should, I should try being someone else
that, that I already like a lot.
Are you starting with that nonsense? You’re still trying to prove that my marriage to Jake wasn’t real. What are you trying to pull? Okay. Ava married Jake. That has to be his signature. Yeah, of course it is. I took the liberty of hiring a team of handwriting experts. I asked them to compare the signature on that license to documents that Ava and Jake signed for the mirror.
They said that Ava’s signature was a total match, but Jake’s had been forged a very almost flawless forgery, but a forgering nonetheless. He’s lying, right? He’s lying. It’s your good friend Ava. Who’s been lying? She said that she was married so she could get her grubby, grasping hands on your uncle’s share of Damira Enterprises.
Ava may be the consummate grifter and con artist, but I have it Uncle Authority that she is not a damira.
Ridge: Please don’t run again. What do you– what are you gonna do? Run all the way to la?
Taylor: La’s that way. So…
Ridge: Oh, okay. You’re fast. I forgot how fast you are. You’re a fast runner. Even in college, you were fast. You had all those trophies for it. Where’d you put those? They still around?
Taylor: Are you serious?
Ridge: I’m just–
Taylor: Where are my trophies? You know where they are? They’re– they’re, um– they’re buried. They’re– they’re put away. They are out of sight. Out of mind. Where some things should be.
Ridge: Some things?
Taylor: Yep.
Ridge: Not us.
Taylor: Oh, okay.
Ridge: Don’t run, please. N– no, look, I’m telling ya. If you’re gonna run, I’m going to try and keep up. And I’m gonna follow you to the end of the world because… because I wanna be with you.
Steffy: Where could they be? He came. Dad is here. Does this mean… mom, whatever dad is telling you, just please, please, please listen.
Brooke: Are you sure about this?
Donna: Unfortunately. Looks like ridge took the jet.
Brooke: To aspen. Where taylor happens to be.
Donna: Well, you said that she went with steffy, so…
Brooke: Yeah. Bill offered his house. He’s planning on selling it. But, oh, my god. Ridge went to aspen without even telling me. Do you know what this means?
Donna: Maybe he’s planning on buying the house and surprising you.
Brooke: If only. It means the harassment from steffy and thomas to get ridge and taylor back together is actually working.
Donna: Okay, brooke. Look, I know things haven’t been great between you and ridge, but, come on–
Brooke: No, not great. But things were getting better. In fact, things were getting back to the way they used to be.
[ Sighing ] Gosh, I just don’t have a good feeling about this. I have to get to aspen as soon as possible.
Eric: Well, it turns out that our romantic little getaway is gonna happen after all.
Donna: Oh, uh…
Eric: Yeah, the jet’s on its way back from aspen. It’s gonna land in the next few minutes. So, let’s throw some things together, and we can go right away, if you’re still interested.
Donna: Uh… uh.
Eric: Yeah. Or not. What is it?
Donna: Eric. Of course I’m– I’m still interested, I– you know, but maybe our little getaway could be a little closer to home. You know, somewhere we could drive, too.
Eric: Okay, if you prefer. Any particular reason?
Donna: Uh, yes. Um, sounds like brooke needs the jet a lot more than we do.
Eric: Brooke?
Donna: She decided to go to aspen, too.
[ Brooke sighing ]
[ Phone ringing ]
Ridge: Hey, it’s ridge. Can’t take your call right now, but–
Taylor: God, ridge. Why? Why do you always know the exact things to say? The exact romantic things that would make my heart explode? I’m not gonna get sucked into this again. You don’t get me this time. I’m not gonna do it. I’m not falling for it.
Ridge: Okay, no one asked you to fall for anything.
Taylor: Yes, you are–
Ridge: I’m here. I’m talking to you. I want us to be together. Our family to heal. And for us to have a future together.
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Eric: I know things have been kinda rough between ridge and brooke lately. But for him to just leave town without… without telling her?
Donna: It’s not just leave town. It’s so much worse. Leave to track down his ex-wife. I mean, needless to say, brooke was not pleased to hear about that.
Eric: I’m sure she wasn’T. That I can’T… you think it’s even possible that ridge is thinking about leaving her for taylor?
Donna: I don’t know. But I do know that brooke has been concerned about their relationship for a while now, and… thomas and steffy have been pushing to get their parents back together. I mean, you’ve seen it as much as I have. Maybe more. The two of them have just been working overtime, trying to reunite ridge with taylor.
[ Sighing ] My god, eric. What if they’ve actually succeeded?
[ Phone ringing ]
Steffy: Still no word.
Thomas: Seriously? Okay. Well, what’s it look like? Are they smiling? Arguing?
Steffy: No, I– I don’t know. I don’t know. They– they left.
Thomas: What? Where’d they go?
Steffy: I wish I knew. Thomas, I’m really worried right now. Mom is so guarded, I don’t think she’s ready to hear what dad has to say.
Thomas: She’s gotta be.
Steffy: We wanted this for so long, thomas. Too long. And what if dad is ready to go back to her, but she doesn’t wanna hear it? She’s hurt because of brooke.
[ Brooke panting ]
Pilot: Mrs. Forrester?
[ Brooke huffing ]
Brooke: I came as fast as I could. You got my text, right?
Pilot: Um…
Brooke: You didn’t?
Pilot: We just landed. I haven’t had a chance to check anything. We’re refueling. We need to check the manifest.
Brooke: I have to get to aspen.
Pilot: Aspen? But we just got back from there.
Brooke: All right. Okay. Well, you’re gonna have to get this plane back up in the air and get me to aspen as quickly as you possibly can.
Pilot: Yes, ma’am. Yes ma’am.
Ridge: Stop.
[ Taylor groaning ] Okay. Can we please– can we please stop running? I’m gonna have a heart attack.
Taylor: Then stop chasing me.
Ridge: That’s impossible. I know you’re running because of me. I know you’re scared.
Taylor: Yeah, I’m scared. I’m scared ’cause I said I would never let you do this to me again, ridge, so don’t try to sell me on some future, a happily ever after, okay?
Ridge: Just give me a– give me a chance please. I’m telling you– I love you. I wanna spend the rest of my life with you.
Taylor: I know how this story ends.
Ridge: And you have every right to think that, but I’m– I’m here to tell you I’ve been… I’ve been doing a lot of soul searching. And yes, I’ll always care about brooke. But I can’t do this anymore. The lying– me, lying to myself, not with you here. And I feel like we were robbed. Our family was robbed. Our kids were robbed. And I think maybe… maybe we can pick up where we left off. Maybe we can have the future we always wanted. I want that with you. Only you. Forever. Here’s a good halloween trick.
Thomas: You know how mom feels about dad. And if he’s there, telling her how he really feels about her, she’s not gonna turn him down.
Steffy: You should’ve heard her, thomas. The way she was talking. She doesn’t believe that dad’s going to choose her. Only her.
Thomas: It could be happening as we speak.
Steffy: It doesn’t matter. She says she can’t do it again. Her answer would be no.
Thomas: Yeah, when she was speaking in theory and it was some distant idea of– of dad coming back and wanting to reunite. But now it’s actually happening.
Steffy: Maybe.
Thomas: It is. It has to be. He’s there right now, telling her everything that she wants to hear. She’ll say yes, okay? She will. We both know it’s what she wants.
Steffy: Yes, but she doesn’t wanna be burned again. Burned because of brooke. Of course, she wants to get back with dad, but she’s afraid of the idea that brooke’s gonna come in and swoop dad away. I believe mom when she says she doesn’t wanna put herself through that again.
[ Brooke sighing ]
Pilot: Good news. Flight plan is set. We’re all fueled up. We just have to wait for clearance to get on the runway–
Brooke: We have to wait?
Pilot: It won’t be long. There’s just a few planes ahead of us. And since we weren’t originally scheduled–
Brooke: Is there anything you can do to move up in line? I don’t mean to be pushy.
Pilot: Mrs. Forrester, I’m sorry. But we’re at the mercy of air traffic control. We’ll be in the air in no time, and I promise I’ll get you to aspen as soon as I can.
Brooke: Thank you. My future could depend on it.
Brooke: I’d like to report a child in danger. His name is douglas forrester.
Operator: And your name, ma’am?
Brooke: Brooke logan.
Taylor: All right. So I asked you earlier about brooke, and you said that you didn’t wanna talk about it.
Ridge: I don’T.
Taylor: Yeah, see. That– that scares me. Why? What happened?
Ridge: This isn’t– this isn’t about brooke. This is about us. But you’re right, something did happen.
Taylor: There you go.
Ridge: I saw the light.
Taylor: You saw the light? Yeah, it’s a train, and it’s headed straight for me, so–
Ridge: Don’t do that–
Taylor: No.
Ridge: I was at dad’s house. I was on the terrace, just looking at the city and then I thought, “how did I get here? What did I do with my life?” And then the strangest thing happened. I got hit in the head with a pine cone. Don’t laugh. I got hit in the head with a pine cone, and I saw the light. And what I saw was a future with you.
Taylor: You got hit in the head with a pine cone?
Ridge: Yeah.
Taylor: And all of a sudden, you want a future with me. Forever. That’s it? Okay. God, ridge. I have seen that future so many times. So many times. And I have given up on it because it hurts. It really hurts ’cause we don’t live it. We’re not living it. We’re never going to live it.
Ridge: Don’t say never. Why never?
Taylor: Why? Ridge, stop.
Ridge: I’m not that man anymore. Look, I get it. If I were that same man bouncing between two women, I get why you would run, and you should keep running. I wouldn’t stop you. But I’m not that man anymore.
Taylor: Okay, what kind of man are you now?
Ridge: I’m a man who’s standing on a mountain in front of this beautiful woman, telling her that we can do this. And I’m not gonna let her down anymore. I wanna be a better man. And you make me a better man. I wanna be with you. For always.
[ Brooke sighing ]
Brooke: Child protective services doesn’t just show up at your doorstep for no reason.
Ridge: No, somebody called them. We’re trying to figure out who that was.
Brooke: Has thomas crossed somebody lately? Maybe he rubbed somebody the wrong way, and they’re just trying to get back at him?
Ridge: Seems a little extreme. They interrogated douglas.
Brooke: Well. I mean, I certainly don’t know who it was. But I’m sorry you had to witness that. And I hope that they were gentle with douglas.
Ridge: They were. I gotta go. I forgot something at the office.
[ Brooke sighing ]
[ Phone ringing ]
Brooke: Hey.
Donna: Hey. Eric just got confirmation about the jet taking off.
Brooke: Yeah, finally.
Donna: Well, thankfully, it’s a quick flight.
Brooke: I just don’t understand why ridge went to aspen to be with taylor.
Donna: You don’t know his reasoning. It could have been a coincidence. He could’ve gone to aspen to– to see his daughter.
Brooke: I don’t know. He didn’t even tell me that he was going. And every time I try to call him, it just keeps going to voicemail. I just don’t understand what’s going on. I just–
[ Sighing ] Feel like these outside forces are working against us. Mainly steffy and thomas. They’ve been browbeating him for months now, telling him he should be with taylor, and that I just make him unhappy, and that is not even true. I just need to get it– I need to get there. I need to get to aspen. I need to be with ridge.
Taylor: I believe that you believe what you’re saying right now. But what about tomorrow? And the next day?
Ridge: And the day after that. I meant what I said, I’m not going back.
Taylor: So you’re not going back to brooke, ever? You’re done?
Ridge: Not going back to brooke. Not going back to that life, no.
Taylor: Okay. I know in your heart you want that. I do. But ridge, you always go back, and then you come back to me, and you go back.
Ridge: Look at me. Not anymore. I wanna be with you. I don’t wanna spend one more day away from you.
Taylor: So let me be clear. Let me clarify this. Even if brooke hadn’t done–
Ridge: You’re not listening to me. This is not about the kids. This is not about our grandkids. This is about us. I told you I saw the light. I know it’s a weird thing to say, but I did. And I saw our future. I saw us. And I’m here for us. And I want you to be here for us, too. Can you do that?
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