The weekly Days of our Lives spoilers update for September 21-25 reveal Sydney reunites with more of her family, and it leaves some of them on high alert. More DiMera drama arises as EJ and Johnny face off over the latest Coriseal situation, which involves major trouble for Sarah. The Kiriakis family deals with more setbacks that put a damper on Philip’s Monte Carlo success, and Cat lands in the hot seat again.
Key Takeaways
- Sydney isn’t fooling Marlena or Belle.
- EJ puts Johnny and Cat on blast.
- Trouble finds Sarah.
- Philips happiness is crushed.
Weekly Recap
Monday, September 14, 2026 – Episode #15465
Marlena (Deidre Hall) felt lonely in her condo. Julie (Susan Seaforth Hayes) showed up with doughnuts and books. Marlena confessed to Julie that she was worried about the clues Belle (Martha Madison) and Chad (Conner Floyd) were following in Italy, especially with EJ (Dan Feuerriegel) there. Julie learned Marlena was having memories of being on Stefano’s (Joseph Mascolo) island. Marlena broke down over the time Stefano stole from her. EJ showed up as Chad and Belle were searching Dominic Marino’s house in Italy. EJ insisted he was there to ask Dominic about the Kiriakis estate, while Belle and Chad told him the clues led them there. They noticed a chessboard like Stefano’s, but it had all the pawn pieces. EJ realized all of Stefano’s favorite cognac, music, and cigars, which are no longer made, were in the room. Chad found a hidden drawer in the chess set with a picture of Stefano holding a young boy in 1992. The mystery man with Stefano’s ring watched and commented that everything went according to plan. Philip (John-Paul Lavoisier) and Gabi (Cherie Jimenez) met Dante (Franco Lo Presti) ahead of the poker game. Dante declared his loyalty to Sami (Alison Sweeney). Sydney (Sydney Malakeh) soon showed up. Gabi asked Dante about Ava (Tamara Braun). He insisted they barely know each other. Dante defended Ava when Gabi called her bonkers, reminding Gabi that he and Ava were family. The poker game began. Gabi noticed a player, Otto (Tristyn Rowlan), cheating and called him out. Otto was kicked out, and Philip won. It wasn’t enough money to save Titan. Dante informed Dominic their plan for the poker game, and Philip went off without a hitch.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 – Episode #15466
Holly (Ashley Puzemis) and Tate (Leo Howard) continued their night at the lake. Tate taught Holly some self-defense moves, which led to them hooking up. Holly remained worried about the mystery text asking if she “was having fun.” Xander (Paul Telfer) informed Brady (Eric Martsolf) and Sarah (Linsey Godfrey) about his visit with Johnny (Carson Boatman). They filled Xander in on the security footage of Johnny that Brady and Steve (Stephen Nichols) found. Xander called Johnny the weak link, but Sarah disagreed because of his family. Sarah revealed she made an anonymous complaint as a doctor against DiMera Pharmaceuticals. Xander was furious Brady let Sarah do that. Sarah apologized for not looping in Xander before she took action. Brady wondered if Xander still wanted to work with them. Xander declared he had to keep Sarah and Brady for acting recklessly, so he was still in. George (Michael Rose) pressured Johnny to think like EJ to take care of Sarah’s complaint. Johnny questioned just how well George and EJ covered their tracks. George didn’t reassure him of anything. Johnny worried the three of them would end up in prison. George told him to deny or deflect any accusations. In Monte Carlo, Philip couldn’t enjoy his poker win because it wasn’t enough to save his family’s legacy. Philip decided to play roulette. Against Gabi’s protests, Philip bet all his money on 18, for Victor’s (John Aniston) birthday, and it hit. Philip won again. Gabi and Philip celebrated by rolling around in money in their hotel room. They reaffirmed their love for each other.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 – Episode ##15467
Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) watched Kelsey (Lena and Mira Chase) so Alex (Robert Scott Wilson) could tell Stephanie (Abigail Klein) that Joy (AlexAnn Hopkins) was paralyzed at least temporarily. Stephanie snapped at Alex, saying she was at the bottom of his responsibilities, and walked out on him. She found Kayla, who had Xander and Sarah watch Kelsey, so Kayla could talk to her daughter. Stephanie questioned whether Joy was faking, but Kayla explained that the condition couldn’t really be faked. At the pub, Brady, Xander, and Sarah compared notes about Dominic. Brady saw Steve (Stephen Nichols) and left to fill him in on the Dominic situation. Sarah and Xander were happy that he and Maggie (Suzanne Rogers) hadn’t signed the papers for the sale of the Kiriakis mansion yet. Xander wondered what the next move was now. Steve and Brady concluded Dominic wants people in Salem to know his name, despite Dominic being very private. Chanel (Raven Bowens) was feeling nauseous, so Lani (Sal Stowers) gave her pot brownies. They talked, and Lani admitted she missed being a cop. Chanel left for a walk and ran into Alex in Horton Town Square. Alex was cheered up by a very high Chanel, who was singing “Itsy Bitsy Spider” to him. Stephanie spotted them having fun and went to Small Bar. Johnny reluctantly told Theo (Tyler Joseph Andrews) about the Coriseal complaint. Theo was furious. Johnny insisted that he tried to do his best. They agreed to talk in the morning about the situation. Alone, Theo typed up his resignation letter and then went to Small Bar. Stephanie and Theo drowned their sorrows together again.
Thursday, September 17, 2026 – Episode #15468
Belle and Chad talked about Dominic as they packed to head back to Salem. They revealed Dominic’s home was now locked up like a fortress. Chad got upset when Belle suggested he reach out to Cat for intel on Dominic. Belle admitted that Paul (Christopher Sean) confirmed Cat’s ISA story that she was an analyst, but isn’t anymore. EJ played coy with Cat on the phone. Sydney surprised her dad at his hotel in Italy. They talked about Sami. EJ commented that Dante hadn’t gotten Sami down the aisle yet. Sydney insisted Sami was gun-shy because of EJ. Belle and Chad had a happy reunion with Sydney. EJ convinced Sydney to return to Salem with them for a visit. Back in Salem, Theo nearly kissed Stephanie at Small Bar, but Paulina (Jackée Harry) interrupted them. Theo left. Paulina wanted Stephanie’s advice on asking the governor, who owed Paulina a favor, to get Lani reinstated at the Salem PD. Stephanie encouraged her to handle her request delicately and diplomatically. Lani ran into Theo in Horton Town Square. Theo informed Lani he thought DiMera Pharmaceuticals was doing illegal things and that Johnny knew about it, so he resigned. Lani wanted details. Theo shared what little he knew and insisted Johnny had been lying to him. Lani also learned Theo nearly kissed a married woman. Leo (Greg Rikaart) asked Lani to be on his new podcast, but she turned him down. Later, Leo revealed to Cat that the FDA was looking into DiMera Pharmaceuticals and wondered if the ISA was, too. Cat finally told him she was once an ISA analyst but isn’t anymore. Leo didn’t buy it.
Friday, September 18, 2026 – Episode #15469
Mason (Brandon Butler) confided in Marlena that a troubling call at the center reminded him of someone he knew in Afghanistan, Joaquin Rivera. Ari (Vico Escorcia) and Holly showed up. Mason gave them his table. Holly insisted Mason sent her the text, but Ari defended him. Ari informed Holly that Mason said she was responsible for the death of someone he knew. Holly got freaked out. Ari wondered if it was Sophia. Sydney showed up at the Brady pub, where she reunited with Ari and met Holly. She reconnected with Roman (Josh Taylor) and admitted she missed John (Drake Hogestyn). Roman told Sydney that Marlena really needed her loved ones right now. Sydney clocked the tension between Mason, Holly, and Ari. Later in Horton Town Square, she tried to talk to Mason, but he snubbed her as he looked at military dog tags. Chad confronted Cat over her time in the ISA. Cat defended not telling him because of her fear of Clyde (James Read). Chad blasted her for lying to him and his kids. He said Cat and EJ deserved each other. Belle filled Marlena in on everything about Dominic and the trip to Italy. During their talk, Marlena remembered that Marino means “of the sea” and so does DiMera. EJ questioned Rita about Domnic and showed her the photo of Stefano with a little boy. Rita denied knowing anything about Dominic, but EJ didn’t believe her. Rita shared she couldn’t get a hold of Dr. Rolf (Richard Wharton). EJ thinks he might be feeding Belle and Chad the clues. Rita filled EJ in on the Coriseal complaint. EJ lost his mind and stormed out. Rita looked at Stefano’s portrait and said, “It’s playing out as you planned, sir. Mr. DiMera, I trust I’ve done you proud.”
The Week Ahead
Monday, September 21, 2026 – Episode #15470
Brady teams up with Xander. Sarah faces unexpected legal problems. Philip’s big win takes a turn. Alex steps in as Joy works to avoid more medical tests. Gabi gets an earful from Theo.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 – Episode #15471
Maggie doesn’t hide her unhappiness toward Philip and Xander. Steve and Brady take action on a case. Mason faces Holly’s wrath. Kayla stands by Sarah as her troubles mount.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 – Episode #15472
Julie is a shoulder for Maggie to lean on. Johnny faces off with his father. Sydney’s actions raise red flags for Marlena and Belle. Theo seeks out his father for help.
Thursday, September 24, 2026 – Episode #15473
Cat’s loyalty is brought into question. Chad learns what has Belle worried. Javi and Leo test out their new friendship. Johnny reunites with Sydney and gets some unsolicited advice. Paulina goes rogue to help Lani and Chanel.
Friday, September 25, 2026 – Episode #15474
Things heat up even more for Philip and Gabi. Kate gets a warm welcome from Chad as she begins her job at The Spectator. Another troubling dream leaves Marlena spooked. Hope and Bo share upsetting news with Steve. Kayla and Sarah realize something doesn’t add up.
