After a week of drama in Salem, the Days of our Lives spoilers for July 21-25, 2025, tease the beginning of Johnny’s trial, worries for Paulina, and Xander’s surprising moves plus, so much more!
Weekly Recap
Monday, July 14, 2025, Episode #15160
Sophia (Rachel Boyd) wrote a letter to her son, then later spotted him in the square with Leo (Greg Rikaart) and Javi (Al Calderon). Doug III (Peyton Meyer) made a deal with the thug that he would give him Julie’s (Susan Seaforth Hayes) necklace instead of paying his debt. After Maggie (Suzanne Rogers) saw Holly (Ashley Puzemis) off and Gabi (Cherie Jimenez) saw Ari (Marissa Reyes) off, the girls were taken at gunpoint by Doug III’s thug. After Xander (Paul Telfer) brought Victoria to work, Sarah (Linsey Godfrey) showed up and they argued until Gabi walked in and Sarah agreed to let Victoria stay at the office with Xander.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, Episode #15161
After spending the night together, EJ (Dan Feuerriegel) and Belle (Martha Madison) started arguing over Johnny’s (Carson Boatman) case. Doug III posed as a Salem Inn waiter to sneak into Gwen’s (Emily O’Brien) room and steal the necklace, but when she turned him away, he found the thug and confronted him about kidnapping the girls. Meanwhile, Holly and Ari tried and failed at escaping, then revealed to each other that they’ve both been involved with Doug. When Tate (Leo Howard) never heard from Holly, he asked Doug if he’d heard from her and Doug told him he hadn’t. Kristen (Stacy Haiduk) agreed to let Gwen stay in the mansion.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, Episode #15162
Xander struggled with the balance of being a businessman and a dad when he brought Victoria to work, then Gabi showed up and calmed her down. Thomas (Cary Christopher) invited Cat (AnnaLynne McCord) to play baseball with him and Chad (Billy Flynn). Stephanie (Abigail Klein) came up with her pseudonym and then when Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) arrived, she found One Stormy Night on Stephanie’s tablet and revealed she read the manuscript when it was passed around the hospital. Rafe (Galen Gering) met with Cat to discuss EJ and that he had a silent partner who helped him purchase the hospital.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, Episode #15163
Tate confronted Doug III, demanding answers to his growing concerns. The tension between them escalated, leaving the situation unresolved. Meanwhile, Holly and Ari feared for their lives as their dangerous situation became more dire. Gabi learned that Ari had never made it to the lake, sending her into a panic and prompting a desperate search. Belle and EJ began the stressful process of jury selection, each hoping for a favorable outcome as they navigated the legal challenges ahead. At the same time, Sophia spun a tale to Amy Choi, trying to manipulate the narrative for her benefit.
Friday, July 18, 2025, Episode #15164
The search for Ari and Holly intensified as those close to them scrambled to uncover their whereabouts and ensure their safety. Xander provided much-needed comfort to Gabi, who was distraught over Ari’s disappearance and the uncertainty surrounding her fate. Meanwhile, Sophia got cold feet about her previous actions, questioning the consequences of the story she had fabricated to Amy. Tensions also ran high when Cat and Chad had an awkward run-in, further complicating their already strained relationship. Tate and Doug III sought help from Rafe.
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Next Week’s Breakdown
Monday, July 21, 2025, #15165
Xander and Philip remain at odds.
Gwen and Leo spar.
Javi comforts Gabi.
Tate and Rafe search for Ari and Holly.
Holly and Ari try to make an escape.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, #15166
Brady supports Tate.
Melinda hatches a new scheme with Sophia.
Kayla becomes fed up with EJ’s antics.
Sarah worries about her custody battle with Xander.
Stephanie freaks out on Alex.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025, #15167
Xander allows Sarah to see Victoria.
Tony makes an offer to Gabi.
Holly and Ari confront Doug III.
Sophia stuns Brady and Tate.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, #15168
EJ has a session with Marlena.
Gwen makes a shocking discovery.
Paulina worries to Abe.
Johnny’s trial begins…
Friday, July 25, 2025, #15169
Gwen and Gabi’s old animosity resurfaces.
Doug III and Julie share a bittersweet goodbye.
Susan tries to help Johnny.
Marlena has a health scare.
Sarah confides in Brady.
