In the upcoming episodes of Days of Our Lives airing December 22-26, 2025, the kidnapped DiMera family members including EJ, Chad, Theo, Kristen, and newcomer Peter Blake are dramatically rescued from a crypt just in time for the holidays. The storyline unfolds with high-stakes tension as loved ones reunite amid hospitalizations and family drama. Johnny DiMera reacts with shock to Chanel's unexpected pregnancy news following the crisis.
Kidnapping Chaos Unfolds
The spoilers reveal a tense buildup to the DiMera family's ordeal, with EJ DiMera (Dan Feuerriegel), Chad DiMera (Billy Flynn), Theo Carver, Kristen DiMera (Stacy Haiduk), and recast Peter Blake (Dan Gauthier) trapped in a crypt. Earlier episodes show Kristen awakening feverish and accusing EJ of the kidnappings, leading to a confrontation that Chad must defuse. The group discusses their mortality amid mysterious bones in the crypt, heightening the danger. Theo and Kristen fall ill, foreshadowing hospitalizations for multiple family members upon rescue.
Dramatic Rescue and Reunions
During Christmas week, the crypt crew is freed, allowing reunions with loved ones. Chad joins the Horton family Christmas at their house, celebrating with children Thomas, Charlotte, and others using traditional ornaments. No preemptions occur, ensuring five new episodes. However, the rescue brings complications: Theo, Peter, and Kristen require hospital care, possibly due to exposure in the cold Wisconsin winter or the bones' effects. Rafe Hernandez (Galen Gering) analyzes the bones at the FBI lab, uncovering a shocking discovery.
Johnny's Shocking Reaction
Post-rescue, Chanel Dupree (Raven Bowens) reveals her high-risk, unexpected pregnancy to Johnny DiMera (Carson Boatman), who appears stunned and horrified. This stems from test results from Sarah Horton (Linsey Godfrey), who had previously advised against pregnancy due to Chanel's history of a molar pregnancy. Johnny's concern likely ties to his fears of inheriting 'demented DiMera DNA,' though he wants children with Chanel.
Broader Holiday Drama
Meanwhile, Sophia Choi (Rachel Boyd) continues scheming at Bayview Sanitarium, potentially distracting a sad Rachel Black (Alice Halsey) during the holidays. Brady Black (Eric Martsolf) and Tate Black (Leo Howard) visit Rachel, possibly sharing news of Kristen's rescue. Other plots include Leo Stark (Greg Rikaart) and Javi Hernandez planning a winter wedding, and a stalker reveal involving Stephanie Johnson (Abigail Klein). The episode emphasizes family bonds and betrayals in Salem.