A few weeks on from the season 21 premiere episode of Grey’s Anatomy under “If walls could talk”, here’s a recap of stuff you may have missed.
Yes, there wasn’t a new episode last week when ABC chose to air a double episode of Doctor Odyssey where one of them was dedicated a Halloween. Probably ABC wants to give Ryan Murphy a run of their money when it comes to the network’s slate of content they’ve got together & no doubt they will keep on growing this partnership soon enough into next season – such as a new 9-1-1 spin-off from Hawaii.
It remains to be seen if Grey’s will still be around for a possible Season 22 albeit in another day and timeslot considering their current studio arm ABC Signature has already been integrated under the wider 20th Television umbrella last month.
But for now, the good news is that Grey’s will be back to pick up from episode six later this week – “Night Moves”.
As always, it will be on 10pm ET tomorrow to round off Thursday nights on ABC in the USA and Canada’s CTV with next day on-demand access via Hulu as well as some Disney + territories both here and New Zealand.
Episode 2: “Take Me to Church”.
In this episode, Catherine finds herself dealing with worsening health problems. Meredith, returning to Seattle, tries to convince her to seek treatment, but Catherine is reluctant to accept medical help. The tension between them escalates, as Meredith discovers lesions in Catherine’s liver that could be cancerous. Together with Bailey, they stage an emotional intervention to persuade Catherine to undergo a biopsy, which she finally agrees to after a poignant moment.
Elsewhere, Kwan is confronted by the unexpected arrival of his former fiancée, Molly, who has lost her memory. As they attempt to reconnect, Kwan grapples with his guilt over a past accident involving her. This reunion strains her emotionality and provokes reflections on the past. At the hospital, Schmitt cares for a young man with Li-Fraumeni syndrome who is battling multiple types of cancer. Deeply moved by the boy’s situation, Schmitt helps him create a wish list, giving him the opportunity to fulfill some dreams.
Episode 3: “I Can See Clearly Now.”
In this episode, Catherine’s biopsy doesn’t go as expected, and her situation becomes critical, forcing Meredith and Bailey to act quickly. When Richard learns that crucial information about Catherine’s health was being withheld, he feels betrayed and furious. Meanwhile, the dynamic at the hospital changes when Bailey is reinstated as director of the residency program, stripping Sydney of her position.
The episode also follows Amelia, who faces a complicated case operating on a surrogate who has a tumor. Her approach to this surgery mirrors the legacy of her brother, Derek, by taking significant risks in the operating room. In parallel, Levi begins to connect with James, the hospital chaplain, which adds a new nuance to his character as he deals with the reluctance of a patient who refuses to sign a DNR order until her ex-husband dies.
Episode 4: “This One’s for the Girls.”
The story centers on Mika’s sister, Chloe, who arrives at Grey Sloan with a stage 3B colorectal cancer diagnosis. Mika feels helpless despite being a surgeon and decides to do whatever she can to help her sister, exploring procedures that could preserve her fertility. In this context, Jules also plays an important role in offering emotional support to Chloe during her treatment.
Ben Warren returns as a resident and his return brings both support and tensions. He faces the reality of working alongside his wife, Miranda Bailey, who wonders how this will affect their relationship. Meanwhile, Owen and Teddy continue to deal with the difficulties in their marriage, looking for a way to resolve their issues. The relationship between the characters becomes more complex, showing how work and personal life often collide.
Episode 5: “You Make My Heart Explode”
The episode features a critical airlift when Schmitt and Adams must transport a young woman named Ophelia, whose leg is in grave danger. The pressure is intense, and Schmitt demonstrates his ability to remain calm in crisis situations, which reaffirms his commitment to pediatric surgery. Meanwhile, Jo, who is expecting twins, faces anxieties about motherhood, which affects her relationship with Link, who also shares his own fears about being a parent.
On a different side of the story, Bailey, Simone and Kwan work hard to get an expensive gene therapy treatment for a fellow hospitalist with sickle cell anemia. This effort shows the team’s commitment to helping others, despite financial barriers. On another plane, Owen and Teddy attempt couples therapy, facing their problems while finding moments of humor even in the midst of a chaotic surgical situation that brings them together.