🚨 SPOILER ALERT: A Deadly Escape Attempt, Psychic Interventions, and Heartbreaking Revelations Rock Salem to its Core! 🚨

Get ready for an absolutely relentless and emotionally charged week on Days of Our Lives from Monday, July 21, to Friday, July 25! Prepare for a shocking baby kidnapping crisis, a dramatic courtroom battle, and unsettling health setbacks for a beloved character. This week promises to unravel secrets and push your favorite Salemites to their absolute limits!

The week kicks off with immediate high stakes on Monday, July 21. In today’s recap, the terrifying reality of Ari’s (Sydney Brower) situation is clear: “Ari’s in trouble as she tries to escape” her captors. Meanwhile, the manipulative Gwen Rizczech (Emily O’Brien) is already laying down her “plans for Salem,” hinting at more chaos to come. The bitter feud between Xander Cook (Paul Telfer) and Philip Kiriakis (Jay Kenneth Johnson) shows no signs of ending, promising continued animosity. In a lighter moment, “Gwen and Leo Stark (Greg Rikaart) are together again,” but their reunion is marked by immediate “sparring,” leaving fans to wonder if their tumultuous friendship can ever be truly healed. Javi (Michael Mancini) tries to comfort a distraught Gabi Hernandez (Camila Banus). The intensity of the kidnapping plot escalates as Tate (Leo Howard) and Rafe Hernandez (Galen Gering) “join forces as the hunt for Ari and Holly (Oakley and Scarlett Bliss) grows more intense.” Simultaneously, the “young women attempt to escape their captors,” signaling a dangerous and desperate bid for freedom. A provocative question is raised: “Was the kidnapping story just an excuse for a legacy exit?”, implying that one of the young characters might be leaving Salem permanently.

Tuesday, July 22, brings fresh turmoil. In today’s recap, “Kayla and EJ fight over the hospital,” revealing an ongoing power struggle. More significantly, Sophia (Sydney Malina) makes a shocking return to Salem, but conspicuously, she returns “without the baby.” This immediately signals a major development in the kidnapping storyline. Brady Black (Eric Martsolf) stands by his son, Tate, providing crucial support when he “needs support the most.” Melinda Trask (Laura Johnson), known for her cunning, is about to “cook up a scheme,” and she’s set to “help Sophia follow in her footsteps,” hinting at a potentially illegal or morally dubious plan concerning the missing baby. EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel) may now run the hospital, but his authority is not universally accepted, as “not everyone is thrilled with their new overlord.” Kayla Johnson (Mary Beth Evans) is a prime example, being “pretty much over his antics!” Meanwhile, Sarah Horton (Linsey Godfrey) can’t help but “fret where the fast-approaching custody battle is concerned,” adding another layer of personal angst. The episode concludes with a perplexing question: “What does Alex (Robert Scott Wilson) do that causes Stephanie Johnson (Abigail Klein) to completely freak out?”

On Wednesday, July 23, the emotional fallout from the missing baby reaches a peak. In today’s recap, “Sophia tells Tate the baby is gone,” a devastating blow that confirms the worst fears. Adding to Sarah’s woes, “Sarah and Xander agree to a separation,” signaling a significant shift in their complicated relationship. In a surprising development, “Xander allows Sarah to spend time with their daughter,” hinting at a potential “thawing in the cold war between Victoria’s parents.” Gabi receives an “intriguing offer from Tony DiMera (Thaao Penghlis),” which could have major implications for her future. Doug (Bill Hayes) finds himself in the “hot seat” as he’s “confronted by both Holly and Ari,” suggesting their escape attempt or the fallout from it. The episode builds to a dramatic climax as “Brady and Tate are about to have their socks knocked off by what goes down when they find Sophia!” This implies a shocking encounter or revelation related to the baby’s disappearance.

Thursday, July 24, delves into memory and justice. In today’s recap, “EJ and Marlena try hypnosis,” a desperate attempt to uncover the truth. The long-awaited trial of Johnny DiMera (Carson Boatman) for EJ’s shooting “starts… almost.” The central question is whether Marlena (Deidre Hall) will “help EJ remember what really happened the night of his shooting during their latest session,” potentially exonerating Johnny or pointing to a new suspect. Gwen is about to make a “shocking discovery,” which could be related to her plans for Salem or the missing necklace. Paulina Price Carver (Jackée Harry) “opens up to Abe Carver (James Reynolds) about her concerns,” hinting at new personal struggles. And “at long last, Johnny gets his literal day in court as the trial begins,” setting the stage for a tense legal battle. The article also provides a fascinating behind-the-scenes tidbit, as Judi Evans (Bonnie Lockhart) reveals, “‘Last week I did something terrifying,'” perhaps related to her character’s recent storylines.

The week culminates on Friday, July 25, with dramatic confrontations and unsettling revelations. In today’s recap, “Julie gets her necklace back,” signaling a victory in her feud with Gwen. More unsettlingly, “Susan gets a weird feeling from Marlena,” hinting at a mysterious health or psychological issue plaguing the beloved psychiatrist. “Gwen and Gabi prove that old animosities don’t die when they clash again,” ensuring their rivalry remains fierce. The possibility of Doug leaving town is strongly suggested, as he’s “about to share a bittersweet farewell” with someone, perhaps Julie. The intriguing question of whether “Susan can hold the key to saving grandson Johnny’s bacon” points to her psychic abilities playing a crucial role in his trial. The mystery surrounding Marlena deepens as the article asks, “What the heck is going on with Marlena?” promising that “Perhaps we’ll have a better idea when she suffers another health crisis,” indicating a serious medical or supernatural concern. Finally, Sarah “takes Brady into her confidence,” sharing a significant secret or concern that will likely impact their complex relationship. The article closes with a tease for fans, encouraging them to view a photo gallery of “suspects in EJ’s shooting,” fueling speculation and inviting viewers to revisit the evidence.

What do you think really happened to Sophia’s baby, and how will Melinda’s scheme play out? And what “health crisis” do you anticipate for Marlena, given Susan’s unsettling “weird feeling”? Share your wildest theories for the explosive week ahead! 👇