Days of Our Lives: October 2023 Discussion Thread

[AbcNbc247]

I heard those too.

But I can’t help but think that, if the rumors are true, it wasn’t his idea

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[ranger1rg]

Yeah, I'd bet money that Abigail is coming back. All Ron C is good for is recycling actors/characters in and out.

[Contessa Donatella]

Yes, this is Salem. The undead could be said to be a potential problem! And, that's been true for many more years than Ron's been top scribe. 

[te.]

I said it when Abby "died" and I'll say it again - she'll show up at Stephanie and Chad's wedding with a baby in tow.

[Vee]

It's inevitable Abby returns someday no matter who's writing. She is a core child and this is DAYS.

[AbcNbc247]

Again, I’ll never understand how a show that’s written and taped so far ahead of time has so many exits that feel so rushed. I can’t believe I’m saying this, but Gwen deserved more. And better. 

Today was definitely a Jamey episode

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And a clear example of why he is hands down the worst writer Days has ever employed. Instead of a closure scene with Gwen and Dimitri, explaining how they feel, why all this happened, how angry Gwen is, ripping Dimitri to shreds, we get some cringey, campy [!@#$%^&*] about Gwen trying to castrate him. Really? Clearly the lack of writing talent also extends to a lack of intelligence. 

And yeah, no sympathy for Leo. Because we all know that once he’s back on that magic , any supposed feelings of guilt will be completely gone. Just like with Joss on GH. And also just like with Joss, the show would be a lot better if he was killed off. 

As for Theresa, I won’t make any judgements yet, but I won’t deny that this is just stupid.

A little intrigued by Maggie/Alex. That could be a pretty good storyline if they play every beat and involve other characters in it… and let the actual writers handle it. 

And btw, I see Vivian made a reference to The Real Housewives of Salem. Was that supposed to be a dig at me? I’m so flattered 

[Liberty City]

She'll be back. I'm certain of it.

Yep. In reality, Abigail Klein should have been cast as Abigail, because at this point, that's whose writing Stephanie is receiving.

[j swift]

I wonder if it is a contractual issue?

IIRC at one point if an actor was playing multiple roles then they got compensated twice. 

So, maybe they got rid of Gwen in order to only pay EOB once?   If so, that is even more nefarious toward Jen Lilley.  Obviously, this is just speculation and I have no idea how DAYS contracts work.  But, it was the first idea that came to mind.

Edited October 6, 2023 by j swift

[Contessa Donatella]

Exactly my oft repeated refrain. 

[Liberty City]

That's how it was for Martha Byrne and part of why Rose was killed off As the World Turns.

[j swift]

OK, I watched it and at the risk of once again going against the grain, I thought it was hysterical and a bit thrilling.

The Gwen/Theresa switch seems much more like a production stunt than a writer's idea.

But, come on, the wig, the turn to camera, the fact we barely heard Theresa speak, the meta use of Gwen's goodbye mirroring the fan response, the classic DAYS use of characters talking to themselves aloud in public while none of the extras look at them like they're nuts; this is classic Salem behavior.  I dare any soap fan to watch that and not get a tingle. 

It wasn't well written.  The monologue was clumsy and not in character (I mean, why does Gwen suddenly have insight?).  It is a totally undeserved Scarlett-O'Hara-tomorrow-is-another-day moment for a character who was never in the love-to-hate category.  But, that airport scene will carry me through the weekend on a high note.

Edited October 6, 2023 by j swift

[Gray Bunny]

I remember Eileen Davidson explaining once that she got her base pay as Kristen, but then received additional pay (not necessarily double, but an additional amount) per extra character (Susan, then Mary Moira, then Thomas, then Penelope) 

[Contessa Donatella]

That makes absolutely no sense! They had a plan in place & they knew how long it was going to take & then they changed & killed off Rose early, way early. 

[David_Vickers]

Agree wholeheartedly on Susan!

That would be awesome, rectifying  a huge mistake by the show.

[Contessa Donatella]

I'd like to see it contrasted with the Bo switch & the Jack switch & see how it stands up in comparison.  I mean all 3 were stunts.