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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) – - A look at what’s happening on “The Bold and the Beautiful” during the week of October 17, 2011.

THIS WEEK ON: THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL

Jackie M is rocked when Bridget (Ashley Jones) returns to Los Angeles. Will she stay? Owen and Jackie share a happy reunion. Brooke confronts Steffy about Aspen. Hope vows to get to the truth. Stephanie admires what Stephen and Pam have together compared to her and Eric.

• Monday, October 17 -  Ridge makes a surprising decision regarding Steffy and Hope; Two families gather together to celebrate a momentous occasion.
• Tuesday, October 18 - Steffy shrugs off Brooke’s accusations knowing that Bill has her back; Bridget causes upheaval when she returns to town with baby Logan.
• Wednesday, October 19 - Jackie asks for a substantial favor from Owen; Nick revisits memories of an old flame.
• Thursday, October 20 - Hope decides to help out a model; Rick offers Eric his support when Eric confides in his son about his relationship with Stephanie.
• Friday, October 21 - Eric and Jackie’s meeting turns unexpectedly nostalgic; Stephanie gets uncomfortable when Stephen surprises Pam with plans for their honeymoon.

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — A look at what’s happening on “One Life to Live” during the week of October 17, 2011.

THIS WEEK ON: ONE LIFE TO LIVE

Tina and Cord get closer while babysitting Ryder. Natalie interrupts the old flames on Wednesday, October 19, and finally unleashes her anger on her aunt. Trying to make peace, Tina offers to plan her niece’s wedding. Later, Tina and Cord decide to put their feelings on hold. And Viki makes Clint do his exercises on Thursday, October 20.

The Inside Story: Means, Motive, and Opportunity
Todd conjures up another image of Irene on Monday, October 17. Téa tries to make a deal with Bo, and considers listening to Victor’s last words. Shaun tells John about his run-in with Vimal. John decides to have Brody’s gun tested. Natalie runs the ballistics test. Roxy is upset to learn about Natalie’s engagement. Todd makes a decision about his future. Nora demands answers from Todd on Tuesday, October 18. Brody lashes out at John. Tina inadvertently gives Jessica a clue about the DNA test results. Jessica and Ford discuss Victor’s murder. Nora and Bo debate dropping the charges against Todd. Brody interrupts Jessica and Ford’s evening on Wednesday, October 19. Ford wonders what Brody knows. Brody threatens Vimal. Todd and Starr come face-to-face. Blair reminds Jack that the police know he’s lying. Starr, Todd, and Tomas each go to court. Tomas makes a confession to Blair. Bo and Mayor Finn mince words. By Friday, October 21, Blair pleads with Tomas, who speaks from the heart. And Todd continues to be tortured by his dead mother.

A Closer Look: A Case of Mistaken Identity?
Rama and Cutter frame Kim for an old crime on Monday, October 17. Cutter watches after Kim’s friend. Aubrey helps Rex plan a party for Natalie and Brody. The doctor is forced to sedate the woman in the hospital bed. Roxy tells Rex that Echo forged his name on Thursday, October 20. Dani visits Starr in jail. Cutter tries to cut a deal with Clint, who contacts Rex with the news. Kim’s friend talks to Cutter. Clint tells Cutter where to go, however, the con man quickly comes up with a new scheme on Friday, October 21. Aubrey shares her party ideas with Rex, who tells her of Cutter’s latest antics. Later, Cutter has an offer for Rex. Starr butts heads with a paparazzi as James whisks her away. Afterward, Starr reunites with Hope and encounters Rick. Ever the sleazeball, Rick tells Starr her likes her new image, and forces her to play hardball if she still wants a career in music.

OLTL ALERTS: WEEK OF OCTOBER 24, 2011

• Kim’s friend returns to Llanview.

• Viki tries to keep peace between Tina and Todd.

• Marcie reminds John of Brody’s violent history.

• Tina makes a shocking discovery.

• Tomas asks Blair if she still loves Todd.

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — A look at what’s happening on “General Hospital” during the week of October 17, 2011.

THIS WEEK ON: GENERAL HOSPITAL

Abby has a surprise in store for Michael on Monday, October 17. Jason and Sam deal with their uninvited guests. Shawn and Sam leave Jason and Carly alone to hash it out on Wednesday, October 19. Franco sets out with a surprising new companion. On Thursday, October 20, a very uncomfortable Coleman finds himself directly in the middle of Sonny and Kate’s peculiar mating dance. Sonny lays down the law to Kate.

The Inside Story: (Not Quite) The Love Cruise
Despite some tension rising before hand, everyone is excited for Matt’s impending celebration at sea. Lisa, meanwhile, comes face to face with Johnny after taking care of his father. Maxie finds Anthony in a precarious situation; will she come to his aid on Tuesday, October 18? Johnny pays the price as a cold-blooded Lisa moves forward with her plans. Spinelli races to get to Matt’s party with a romantic surprise for his ex. Elizabeth, Robin and Patrick discuss life. Matt and Elizabeth share a moment. Maxie seethes with jealousy when Spinelli points out the obvious about the pair. Patrick and Robin get romantic. Olivia realizes Steve’s heart may be divided after their own romantic rendezvous at sea. Elizabeth finds herself in the wrong place at the wrong time. Patrick and Robin get the shock of their life. Johnny struggles to walk.

A Closer Look: Unsolved Mysteries of the Spencer Kind
Elizabeth and Ethan discuss Lucky’s abrupt decision to get out of dodge. Ethan confides in Elizabeth about the mystery events at Wyndemere. Later, Luke spots Laura’s picture at Wyndemere. Ethan and Luke talk about the past. Lulu continues to drink to cope with her problems. Spinelli sees something curious at Wyndemere. Lulu’s unease about her future with Dante intensifies after a talk with Sonny. On Friday, October 21, Spinelli and Maxie investigate what is really going on at Wyndemere.

GH ALERTS: WEEK OF OCTOBER 24, 2011

• Lisa has unsettling plans for Robin and Patrick.

• Elizabeth gets help from a mystery source.

• Carly reveals a secret to Jason.

• Who’s the mystery person at Wyndemere?

• Luke surprises Tracy.

ABC

(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “General Hospital” DVR Alerts for the Week of October 17, 2011.

GENERAL HOSPITAL: DVR ALERTS

• Monday: Jason and Sam face off with Carly and Shawn. Steve makes an important announcement. Everyone’s excited for Matt’s celebration.

• Tuesday: Maxie fishes out Anthony. Lisa makes her move. Lulu is overwhelmed with emotion.

• Wednesday: Jason and Carly exchange words. Matt and Elizabeth get close. Spinelli sees a light at Wyndemere.

• Thursday: Elizabeth finds herself in a precarious position. Sonny gives Lulu important advice. Kate trounces into Jake’s.

• Friday: Lisa takes Robin and Patrick by surprise. Johnny struggles. Sonny won’t take Kate’s attitude.

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “One Life to Live” DVR Alerts for the Week of October 17, 2011.

ONE LIFE TO LIVE: DVR ALERTS

• Monday: Victor’s murderer is finally revealed. John wants Brody’s gun tested. Roxy reacts badly to news of Natalie’s engagement to Brody.

• Tuesday: Rex and Aubrey get closer. Bo and Nora contemplate dropping the charges against Todd. Jessica’s action surprise Ford.

• Wednesday: Tina offers to plan Natalie’s wedding. Todd and Starr are reunited. Tina and Cord make a decision about their future.

• Thursday: Will Tomas admit he didn’t shoot Irene? Bo and Mayor Finn have a confrontation. Clint has a few choice words for Cutter.

• Friday: Cutter plots to gain control of the Buchanan fortune. Rick puts the screws to Starr. Todd continues to be haunted by visions of his dead mother.

ABC

(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “General Hospital” Teasers for the Week of October 10, 2011.

GENERAL HOSPITAL: TEASERS

• Monday (Episode #12408): Jason and Sam’s romantic honeymoon may take a dark tone. Steve and Olivia suffer a mishap. Lucky is taken by surprise by Luke. (Rated: TVPG L, S)

• Tuesday (Episode #12409): Carly works to convince Shawn about something important. Franco plots the next stage of his plan. Sonny comes to stop Michael. (Rated: TVPG L, S)

• Wednesday (Episode #12410): Patrick remembers Robin’s birthday. Tracy visits Anthony. Lucky and Ethan have a chat. (Rated: TVPG L, S)

• Thursday (Episode #12411): Elizabeth suffers a break down. Kate receives flowers from someone unexpected. Kristina gets some big news. (Rated: TVPG V)

• Friday (Episode #12412): There’s trouble in paradise for Jason and Sam. Matt asks Elizabeth out on a date. Lulu makes an admission. (Rated: TVPG L, S)

CBS

(SoapOperaNetwork.com) – - A look at what’s happening on “The Bold and the Beautiful” during the week of October 10, 2011.

THIS WEEK ON: THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL

Steffy and Liam start a marriage ceremony on top of the mountain. Will Hope be to late?  After hearing Stephanie’s good test results, Eric wants to get intimate with her. Stephanie reacts badly to what he wants. Brooke is forced to choose sides.

• Monday, October 10 -  Brooke and Taylor reflect on the similarities of their past situation; Steffy and Bill implement their plan to keep Hope away from Liam in Aspen.
• Tuesday, October 11 - Katie’s marriage to Dollar Bill hits another major bump in the road; Brooke and Taylor argue about the outcome of Liam, Hope, and Steffy.
• Wednesday, October 12 - Rick receives crucial information from Hope; Ridge causes Brooke’s conviction to waver.
• Thursday, October 13 - Katie interrogates Bill and questions his intentions; Stephanie is surprised by the romantic dinner for two Eric set up in their living room.
• Friday, October 14 - Brooke worries when Ridge leaves determined to find out the truth about Steffy and Hope; Eric is confused by Stephanie’s reactions to his suggestions.

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — A look at what’s happening on “General Hospital” during the week of October 10, 2011.

THIS WEEK ON: GENERAL HOSPITAL

On Tuesday, October 11, Lisa’s “ghost” looms heavy over Port Charles. Patrick puts together an interesting birthday celebration for his wife. The dark cloud following Maxie threatens Patrick and Robin’s celebration but on Thursday, October 13 her bad luck appears to be the least of their problems. Lisa eliminates an obstacle. Alexis and Kristina butt heads. Kristina receives shocking news. Dante listens in as Sonny has a revealing conversation with Kate. Kate and Sonny end up very close as they work together to get Michael out of a jam. Sonny surprises Kate on Friday, October 14.

The Inside Story: My Addiction
Lucky sets Luke straight about where he stands with the family. Does Luke have a secret weapon to break through the wall his family has put up? Luke purposely interrupts Tracy and Anthony on Wednesday, October 12. Lucky and Ethan discuss Luke and addiction. Elizabeth arranges a family get together for herself, Lucky and the children. Lucky pulls no punches as he calls Elizabeth out on her true intentions  – and dashes any hopes she has of them ever being a family again. Lucky makes a decision. Matt asks Elizabeth if she would be his date to the boat party (in his honor) after being turned down by Maxie. Lucky confides in Ethan. Lulu continues to drown her sorrows in alcohol.

A Closer Look: Trick or Treat
Jason and Sam’s fun in paradise is threatened by a foe – and a friend of sorts on Monday, October 10. Franco’s psychosis is evident as he continues his elaborate game. Desperate to reach Jason herself, Carly does her best to persuade Shawn to take her and Josslyn with him to Hawaii. Someone lurks outside of Jason and Sam’s shack as they make love. Carly and Shawn arrive in Hawaii. Jason finds a curious item in the shack. Franco delights in his shenanigans.

GH ALERTS: WEEK OF OCTOBER 17, 2011

• Steve’s announcement upsets Robin.

• Matt and Elizabeth inch closer.

• Jason and Sam face off with Carly and Shawn.

• Sonny is done tolerating Kate’s attitude.

• Lives are at stake as Lisa takes Port Charles by storm, again.

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(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — A look at what’s happening on “One Life to Live” during the week of October 10, 2011.

THIS WEEK ON: ONE LIFE TO LIVE

Clint tells Viki about his fight with Cord on Wednesday, October 12.  Viki wonders if Clint misses Kim. Clint, however, asks Viki if she is ready to start dating again. Jessica considers telling John the truth about Liam. Dani lies to Téa. And Nate once again tells Dani how sorry he is for hurting her on Friday, October 14.

The Inside Story: Guilty Until Proven Innocent
Téa walks in on a close moment between Todd and Blair on Monday, October 10. Todd contemplates turning himself in. Téa remembers happier times at the cabin. Starr tries to get Jack to confess. Blair’s pleas to Tomas fall on deaf ears. Jack has a run-in with Delphina. On Tuesday, October 11, Blair tells Jack she’s doesn’t believe his story. Téa and Todd wonder if Rex pulled the trigger. Bo is forced to question Rex, who maintains his innocence. Shane threatens to kill Jack if he doesn’t admit to his role in Gigi’s death on Wednesday, October 12. Blair checks on Todd. Shane has something to tell Bo and Rex. By Friday, October 14, Téa keeps Dani in the dark. Blair leans on Bo to press charges against Shane for threatening Jack. Téa tries to cut a deal with Bo regarding Todd. And Rex and Shane have a father/son moment.

A Closer Look: Gun Shy
Kim confides to her friend that she needs to take care of Roxy and Echo, and later threatens them both. On Monday, October 10, Rex pleads with Delphina to help him. On Tuesday, October 13, Rex learns what Roxy and Echo are up to. Shane discovers the gun, and remembers the night of Victor’s murder. Aubrey learns Cutter never turned the gun into the cops, and ends their relationship. Echo and Rex fear the worst when they can’t find the gun. Cutter schemes to get the Buchanan money back, and tries to blackmail Rama into helping him. Aubrey makes a confession to Bo. On Thursday, October 13, Kim confesses everything to Cutter, and gives him leverage over the Buchanans. Rama comforts Aubrey. By Friday, October 14, Rama threatens Cutter, and confronts Kim. Echo nearly makes a confession to Rex. And Kim’s friend awakens from her coma.

OLTL ALERTS: WEEK OF OCTOBER 17, 2011

• Victor’s killer is finally revealed.

• Tina extends an olive branch to Natalie.

• Mayor Finn has a fight with Bo.

• John wants Brody’s gun tested.

• Todd and Starr are reunited.

ABC

(SoapOperaNetwork.com) — “General Hospital” DVR Alerts for the Week of October 10, 2011.

GENERAL HOSPITAL: DVR ALERTS

• Monday: Jason and Sam are enjoying their honeymoon … but trouble looms. Luke surprises Lucky. Steve and Olivia get romantic … and injured.

• Tuesday: Franco sets up his next move. Carly tries to persuade Shawn to let her join him for some important business.  Sonny stops Michael.

• Wednesday: Lucky and Ethan talk about their father. Tracy visits Anthony at the Metro Court. Patrick celebrates Robin’s birthday.

• Thursday: Elizabeth breaks down. Kate receives flowers from a surprising visitor. Kristina receives important news.

• Friday: Several surprises are in store for the newlyweds in Hawaii. Matt invites Elizabeth to a party. Lulu admits one of her fears.