The doctors of Grey Sloan Memorial are preparing for another intense Thursday night. Grey’s Anatomy Season 22 Episode 8, titled “Heavy on Me,” is scheduled to arrive on January 15, 2026. This episode continues the show’s weekly broadcast pattern on ABC following the return from the midseason break.
Episode 8 Release Time and Where to Watch
For viewers in the United States, the primary way to watch is on the ABC network. The new episode will air in its regular time slot on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 10:00 p.m. Eastern Time and 9:00 p.m. Central Time.
If you miss the live broadcast, the episode will be available for streaming on Hulu starting the very next day, Friday, January 16. You can watch it with either a Hulu subscription that includes ads or a premium ad-free plan. Episodes are also accessible through the Hulu app within the Disney+ bundle for subscribers.
For viewers who prefer live TV streaming services, several platforms carry ABC. These include YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, and DirecTV Stream, allowing you to watch the episode as it premieres.
International fans have options too. In many countries outside the U.S., including the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, new seasons of Grey’s Anatomy are available on Disney+. Episodes typically become available on the platform shortly after the U.S. premiere, though release times can vary by region. In Canada, episodes are also available for free for a limited time on the CTV website and app.
What to Expect in “Heavy on Me”
The official episode description points to several key storylines developing in the hospital. Dr. Miranda Bailey and Dr. Owen Hunt will join forces to tackle a complex and challenging tumor case, promising another high-stakes surgical drama.
Meanwhile, Dr. Richard Webber will face a significant internal struggle. This likely connects to his ongoing personal health journey, as his character was diagnosed with prostate cancer earlier in the season—a storyline that mirrors actor James Pickens Jr.‘s real-life experience. His decisions could have major implications for the hospital’s leadership.
The episode will also check in on intern Jules Millin, played by Adelaide Kane. She will be seen navigating emotional challenges related to her feelings for Dr. Winston Ndugu, all while managing the demands of her surgical training.
Ongoing Stories from Season 22
Episode 8 builds directly on the suspenseful events of the midseason return in Episode 7, “Skyfall,” which aired on January 8, 2026. That episode focused on the precarious condition of Dr. Jo Wilson following serious pregnancy complications and an emergency C-section. While the episode ended with signs of improvement for Jo and her twins, their situation remains a central concern for fans.
The season as a whole has been defined by rebuilding and recovery after a catastrophic hospital explosion in the Season 21 finale. This event critically injured Dr. Atticus “Link” Lincoln, whose fate was a major cliffhanger. The personal and professional fallout from this disaster continues to shape the lives of all the surgeons at Grey Sloan Memorial.
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The main cast for Season 22 includes series stalwarts like Ellen Pompeo as Dr. Meredith Grey, Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr., Kevin McKidd, and Camilla Luddington. They are joined by other series regulars such as Kim Raver, Chris Carmack, Anthony Hill, Alexis Floyd, Harry Shum Jr., Adelaide Kane, and Niko Terho.
Season 22 is the third with Meg Marinis as showrunner and consists of 18 episodes. It also marks a milestone for the series, having surpassed 450 episodes and extending its record as the longest-running American primetime medical drama in television history.
Looking further ahead in the season, a special guest star is confirmed to return. Kate Walsh will reprise her popular role as Dr. Addison Montgomery in Episode 10, titled “Strip That Down,” which is scheduled to air on January 29, 2026.
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