Lives hang in the balance, proposals are made, and consequences come crashing down on two prominent members of opposing Salem families when both EJ and Xander are arrested, according to Days of our Lives spoilers. Plus, a devious Joy turns up the heat on Alex, and Marlena and Dominic receive the results of their DNA test. Here’s your DAYS video preview for the week of November 16-20, 2026.
Key Takeaways
- Leo fights for his life as Javi pleads with him to hold on.
- Marlena and Dominic receive their DNA results, while Johnny considers a job offer in Rome.
- EJ and Xander face arrest, while Joy makes a calculated move on Alex.
Fighting for His Life
Leo (Greg Rikaart) lies unconscious in a hospital bed, while Javi (Jacob Martinez) sits by his side. While Sarah (Linsey Godfrey) tends to her ailing patient, a teary-eyed Javi implores Leo to fight for his life. “Hold on, Leo. Please, hold on,” he begs him.
Sounds Inviting
Holly (Ashley Puzemis) seems excited about a new idea, and she wants Tate (Leo Howard) to share the experience with her. “I was wondering if maybe you wanted to go with me,” Holly asks her boyfriend. “You know, to make up for the canceled trip last year.”
Calculated Misstep
Joy (AlexAnn Hopkins) tries to take a few steps in her room in the Kiriakis mansion, while Alex (Robert Scott Wilson) stands beside her for support. However, she quickly stumbles into Alex’s arms.
“Whoa,” she calls out as Alex catches her. “Okay, okay,” responds Alex, who clearly thinks Joy is pushing herself too hard. But Joy is all smiles as she wraps her arms around Alex.
Proposal and Proof
Johnny (Carson Boatman) has a heart-to-heart with Marlena (Deidre Hall) about some possible future plans for him and his family. “Dominic (Kyle Pryor) proposed that I head up the DiMera office in Rome,” announces Johnny.
Later, at the hospital, Kayla (Mary Beth Evans) presents Marlena and Dominic with the results of their DNA test. The pair look at one another intently, each bracing themself for what the findings could mean for their future.
Arresting Developments
Meanwhile, Sarah and Xander (Paul Telfer) are sharing a tender moment alone together when someone barges into the Kiriakis mansion. It’s a policeman who calls out, “Xander Kiriakis.”
Across town at the DiMera manse, EJ (Dan Feuerriegel) is enduring a similar fate. Jada (Elia Cantu) bursts in, confronts him, and demands that he “turn around.” EJ obliges as Jada demands, “hands behind your back,” and handcuffs him. It looks like Xander and EJ are both headed to the slammer.
