2 hours ago, janea4old said:

Most of the returns are short ...

per combined info from
from soapoperaNews.net (Link)
and from Janet Di Lauro at soaphub (Link)

As seen in Friday Nov. 7 episode,
Richard Wharton has returned as Dr. Wilhelm Rolf.

Returns starting week of November 10th:

Alison Sweeney as Sami Brady 
returns on Tuesday Nov. 11.  
One site says she airs throughout the week.
The other site says she is featured in three episodes.
[likely that's because she's named in spoilers for three episodes]

Greg Vaughan as Eric Brady 
- slated to air in three episodes.

Roark Critchlow as Mike Horton for two episodes.

Maree Cheatham as Marie Horton for two episodes.
Per Maree Cheatham’s facebook page (Link), 
she appears Monday Nov. 10 and Friday Nov. 14.

Stephen Schnetzer as Steven Olson (Julie’s brother)
for one episode. 

Melissa Reeves continues as Jennifer Deveraux. 
Matthew Ashford returns as Jack Deveraux.
(length of visit not specified).

Chandler Massey as Will Horton for two episodes.

Bryan Dattilo as Lucas Horton for two episodes.

Christopher Sean as Paul Narita and Colton Little as Andrew Donovan return for two episodes

Per the promo for week of Nov. 10,
Stacy Haiduk reappears as Kristen DiMera.
(length/amount of appearances not specified).

Lamon Archey and Sal Stowers return as Eli Grant and Lani Price-Grant,
Length of return not specified.
(Per my own observation of lots of behind-the-scenes images and videos, it *seems* like Eli&Lani will be having an ongoing/continuing/intermittent return? )

You are a great resource for this.  So, it looks well-balanced.  For the feeble-minded among us, everyone gets an episode to catchup/reflect, and then everyone goes to the party.  

One itchy comment: Jen/Melissa shouldn't have let them film her from below, that neck is not doing her any favors in terms of enhancing her natural beauty.  

And thanks for confirming it is Kristen in the promo.

So, now Tony's missing and Kristen is kidnapped -  Is Chad in danger? @AbcNbc247 and Cat's stabbing was a misdirect?

Edited November 8, 2025Nov 8 by j swift

On 11/8/2025 at 12:56 PM, janea4old said:

Most of the returns are short ...

per combined info from
from soapoperaNews.net (Link)
and from Janet Di Lauro at soaphub (Link)

As seen in Friday Nov. 7 episode,
Richard Wharton has returned as Dr. Wilhelm Rolf.

Returns starting week of November 10th:

Alison Sweeney as Sami Brady 
returns on Tuesday Nov. 11.  
One site says she airs throughout the week.
The other site says she is featured in three episodes.
[likely that's because she's named in spoilers for three episodes]

Greg Vaughan as Eric Brady 
- slated to air in three episodes.

Roark Critchlow as Mike Horton for two episodes.

Maree Cheatham as Marie Horton for two episodes.
Per Maree Cheatham’s facebook page (Link), 
she appears Monday Nov. 10 and Friday Nov. 14.

Stephen Schnetzer as Steven Olson (Julie’s brother)
for one episode. 

Melissa Reeves continues as Jennifer Deveraux. 
Matthew Ashford returns as Jack Deveraux.
(length of visit not specified).

Chandler Massey as Will Horton for two episodes.

Bryan Dattilo as Lucas Horton for two episodes.

Christopher Sean as Paul Narita and Colton Little as Andrew Donovan return for two episodes

Per the promo for week of Nov. 10,
Stacy Haiduk reappears as Kristen DiMera.
(length/amount of appearances not specified).

Lamon Archey and Sal Stowers return as Eli Grant and Lani Price-Grant,
Length of return not specified.
(Per my own observation of lots of behind-the-scenes images and videos, it *seems* like Eli&Lani will be having an ongoing/continuing/intermittent return? )

Lucas only being back 2 episodes pisses me off. What does this show have against Bryan Dattillo. Lucas is literally Kate’s pride and joy and a Horton.

On 11/8/2025 at 11:56 AM, janea4old said:

 

 

Christopher Sean as Paul Narita and Colton Little as Andrew Donovan return for two episodes

 

I didn't know they were returning. They're not featured in the promo.

week ending November 21

Monday, November 17, 2025 – Episode #15250

• Sarah makes a breakthrough.
• Eric and Belle have words with EJ.
• Brady reassures Rachel.
• Javi accuses Gabi.

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 – Episode #15251

• Chad vents to Gabi.
• EJ, Rafe, and Lucas discuss their mutual ex.
• Xander and Brady question each other.
• Theo and Jada go on a date.
• Unseen threats loom over Stephanie and Alex.

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 – Episode #15252

• Johnny and Chanel struggle with the baby.
• EJ tries to reach Johnny.
• Cat fends off a robbery.
• Shawn supports Belle.

Thursday, November 20, 2025 – Episode #15253

• Xander thanks Brady.
• Rachel sets her sights on Sarah.
• Rafe and Cat hit a wall.
• Justin warns Jennifer.
• Jeremy advises Chad.

Friday, November 21, 2025 – Episode #15254

• Rachel confronts Brady and Sarah.
• Kayla is suspicious of EJ.
• Rolf and Mark work on a mysterious experiment.
• Aaron tries to get through to Sophia.

Huh, Sofia is returning so soon?

Once again, love the choice of catatonia as it plays to the actor's strength, and it seems like an easy paycheck (no lines).

Jada and Theo?  tres odd - is this Jada's storyline now?, just looking for love online in Horton Square?

Justin! It's been a while

34 minutes ago, j swift said:

Jada and Theo?  tres odd 

I agree

4 minutes ago, AbcNbc247 said:

Justin! It's been a while

 

And nowhere near the Gala.

I see Lucas and Mark are still around.

The rest is just blah.

On 11/11/2025 at 12:08 AM, Antoyne said:

Lucas only being back 2 episodes pisses me off. What does this show have against Bryan Dattillo. Lucas is literally Kate’s pride and joy and a Horton.

I've never understood why the show hasn't valued him like they should.

So there is supposed to be a returning character with a new actor. Are they talking stefano

3 hours ago, John said:

So there is supposed to be a returning character with a new actor. Are they talking stefano

Hell NO. Time to let Stefano DiMera GO and let poor Joe Mascolo rest in peace. This show needs a new villain. Says a lot that TPTB keep the Stefano vibe going because there is not enough creativity or talent to create a new big bad villain.

Edited November 16, 2025Nov 16 by Wendy

I think that there are plenty of other candidates that have been mentioned recently (Dimitri, Stefan, even a nu-face Andre), and would require much less exposition than trying to re-explain the return of Stefano.

Edited November 16, 2025Nov 16 by j swift

So rumor is

Dan Gauither  as Peter Blake