As Thanksgiving week dawns, General Hospital prepares to unleash one of its most explosive stretches of drama in recent memory. From November 24 to 28, 2025, Port Charles becomes a battleground where long-buried secrets erupt into daylight and fragile alliances crumble under the weight of devastating truths. The fall season’s slow-burn tension finally detonates, drawing every major player—from the Corinthos clan to the halls of GH—into a maelstrom of betrayal, intrigue, and life-altering consequences.

Michael’s World Implodes: The Justinda Bracken Bombshell

At the heart of this blistering week stands Michael Corinthos, blindsided by a revelation that detonates his personal and emotional life. For weeks, Michael defended Justinda Bracken, convinced that her alibi placed her miles away from the warehouse district the night Drew Kane was ambushed. Justinda’s insistence had been absolute—she looked Michael in the eye and swore her story was ironclad.

But all illusions come crashing down when an unlikely source blows the case open.

A drunken confession from Ezra Bole, a troubled fringe figure in Port Charles’ criminal undercurrent, becomes the spark that ignites a raging inferno. Discovered by Harrison Chase during a routine patrol, Ezra drunkenly confesses to spending the night of Drew’s shooting with none other than Justinda—at a dingy motel miles away from where she claimed to be.

Chase immediately moves to verify the information, and once confirmed, the truth hits Michael with devastating force. His confrontation with Justinda is volcanic—raw, emotional, and fueled by blistering betrayal. Their once-promising connection crumbles, leaving only scorched earth. And with Justinda’s alibi in ruins, Michael suddenly finds himself thrust into the role of a potential suspect.

Alexis Davis Executes a Ruthless Defense Strategy

Across town, legal titan Alexis Davis sees opportunity in chaos. With Willow Tate facing charges that threaten to upend her future, Alexis leans fully into a daring defense strategy: sow reasonable doubt by expanding the pool of suspects.

Justinda’s shattered credibility gives Alexis an opening—and she takes it.

Michael’s ties to the case, his relationship with Justinda, and his access to the warehouse bring him under Alexis’s microscope. But the defense doesn’t stop there. Alexis broadens her net to include Portia Robinson, whose secret rendezvous with Isaiah Ganon on the night of the shooting now appears suspicious.

Portia’s clandestine affair—meant to protect her personal life, not conceal a crime—soon becomes a powder keg. The situation turns explosive when Stella Henry uncovers evidence of Portia’s secret. What Stella witnesses—whether a private moment at GH or a discreet meeting at a hotel—pushes her into the role of reluctant whistleblower. Worse still, Stella’s discovery becomes ammunition in Alexis’s arsenal.

Suddenly, Portia faces a double threat: exposure of her affair and the terrifying possibility that she’ll be implicated in Drew’s shooting. Her carefully constructed life begins to collapse in on itself.

Elizabeth Baldwin Emerges as Willow’s Fiercest Protector

Meanwhile, Willow’s one unwavering anchor becomes Elizabeth Baldwin, whose fierce loyalty galvanizes her to fight on Willow’s behalf. Liz dives into the growing storm with relentless determination, combing through hospital records, interviewing staff, and challenging anyone—no matter how powerful—who stands between Willow and the truth.

Yet as the prosecution builds steam and public opinion turns hostile, Liz’s efforts may not be enough. The stakes rise by the minute, forcing her to push beyond her limits in a desperate bid to clear Willow’s name.

Jason, Sonny, and Laura: A Triangle of Power and Peril

Elsewhere in Port Charles, a trio of heavy hitters navigate shifting alliances and mounting danger.

Jason Morgan, juggling loyalty to Sonny Corinthos and his burgeoning connection with Britt Westbourne, struggles to convince Britt she can trust him—especially after completing a shadowy assignment for Sonny.

Sonny himself delivers stern warnings to Mayor Laura Collins, urging her to follow a mysterious shared plan with absolute precision. What they’re coordinating remains shrouded in secrecy, but Sonny’s intensity signals that failure could bring devastating repercussions.

And then—Port Charles plunges into its darkest mystery yet.

Young Love Under Threat: Josslyn and Vaughn Exposed

In a storyline crackling with youthful passion and danger, Josslyn Jacks and Vaughn find their secret romance exposed by the formidable Jack Brennan. His discovery places the young couple’s future—and safety—in grave jeopardy. Brennan’s reaction is swift and severe, casting a shadow that may force Joss and Vaughn to choose between love and survival.

A Stunning Revelation for Chase and Brook Lynn

Just when it seems the week cannot escalate further, Chase and Brook Lynn Quartermaine receive news so shocking it leaves them speechless. The bombshell may tie back to the enigmatic Joe Palmieri, whose mysterious presence in Port Charles continues to stir speculation. Whether he threatens Chase’s badge, Brook Lynn’s career, or holds the key to Willow’s freedom remains to be seen—but the implications are enormous.

The Dark Return of Nathan West: A Resurrection Wrapped in Secrets

The week crescendos with one of the most chilling twists GH has delivered in years: the inexplicable return of Nathan West.

After seven years presumed dead, Nathan’s sudden reappearance—wearing his badge, carrying his weapon, and claiming total amnesia—sets off alarm bells. When Laura, stranded on a desolate roadside, discovers a corpse in her trunk (that of Professor Henry “Hank” Dalton), Nathan appears as if summoned by the city’s darkest forces. His timing is too perfect, too precise.

The PCPD rushes to accept him back without investigation—a move that reeks of corruption, manipulation, or both.

Whispers throughout Port Charles link Nathan to Jens Sidwell, whose presence coincides with escalating chaos. Others fear something more sinister: that Nathan’s mind has been overwritten, perhaps even infiltrated by the consciousness of his infamous father, Cesar Faison. Britt Westbourne’s mounting distress and cryptic warnings only fuel the terrifying speculation.

Whether Nathan is victim, pawn, or predator remains unclear. But his return threatens to unravel the fragile structure of law, order, and identity in Port Charles.

A Thanksgiving Week of Unrelenting Drama

As November 28 approaches, the city teeters on the brink. Secrets spill faster than they can be contained. Loyalties fracture. Justice bends. And every character—whether hero, villain, or somewhere in between—faces choices that will define their future.

Port Charles has weathered storms before, but this week’s revelations may change everything.