‘General Hospital’ Season 64 Episode 17 Release Date, Time and Where to Watch as Ava and Drew Face Shocking News

Port Charles is gearing up for an explosive week, and the next episode of ‘General Hospital’ is set to air as scheduled. Episode 15 is on Monday, September 28, 2026, with new episodes releasing Monday through Friday. Following this, Season 64 Episode 17 will premiere on Wednesday, September 30.

For fans eager to catch the latest details on this upcoming episode, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s everything you need to know about the date, time, streaming options, and the drama that awaits.

Episode 13 aired on Thursday, September 24, and Episode 14 followed on Friday, September 25, leading to Episode 15 on the next weekday. Episode 16 will air on Tuesday, September 29, making Wednesday, September 30, the date for Episode 17.

The episode numbering can be a bit confusing due to varying tracking methods. Soap Hub lists the September 30 installment as Episode #16056, reflecting the show’s extensive history. Meanwhile, The Movie Database resets its season count annually, and ABC’s own episode count has been known to fluctuate, with some still referring to the current run as Season 63 as recently as early September.

Regardless of the episode number, fans will be eagerly anticipating the Wednesday broadcast.

It’s worth noting the show’s rich history. ‘General Hospital’ first premiered on April 1, 1963, and continues to be the longest-running American drama currently in production.

As for the air time, ‘General Hospital’ has maintained a consistent schedule for years. The show airs on ABC every weekday at 2 PM ET and 1 PM CT, making it a staple for longtime fans planning their afternoons.

Viewers in the Mountain and Pacific time zones are also accommodated, with the show airing at 12 PM MT and 11 AM PT. However, local stations may occasionally adjust their schedules, so viewers in smaller markets should check their local affiliate listings for exact times.

For those unable to watch live, there are several streaming options available. The latest episodes can be streamed the day after airing on Hulu or through the official ABC website and mobile app, meaning Wednesday’s episode will be available on Thursday.

This pattern has been consistent for episodes earlier this month as well. Episode 13 aired on a Thursday and was available on Hulu and ABC’s platforms the following day.

Cord-cutters also have options, as Hulu Live TV offers the ABC feed as part of its bundle, and Fubo includes the ABC affiliate in its channel lineup, allowing fans to watch live without traditional cable.

Looking ahead to the episode, it promises to be filled with tension. Spoilers indicate that Ava and Drew will be horrified, Sonny will question Jason, Ric will attempt damage control, Curtis will make a baffling claim to Jordan, and Michael will reassure Molly.

The storyline involving Ava and Drew is particularly intriguing. They will be shocked by developments tied to a dangerous secret that has brought them together, leading to a fragile alliance despite Ava’s distrust of Drew. This unexpected pairing adds significant tension to the episode.

The aftermath of recent prison violence looms large, with a prison attack sending both Jenz Sidwell and Curtis Ashford to the hospital. Dante suspects his father may be involved in the incident, and Sonny’s questioning of Jason suggests tensions are about to escalate.

The stakes continue to rise in the days following Wednesday’s episode. Thursday will see Dante confronting Sonny, while Friday will leave Sonny devastated and Jordan receiving life-changing news. With Charlotte’s future in Port Charles uncertain as she battles a boarding school plan after her parents learned of her actions in Drew’s car, it’s shaping up to be a week where no one in town escapes unscathed. Will Ric be able to contain the damage before Dante and Sonny confront each other, or will Ava and Drew’s uneasy truce be the catalyst that blows Port Charles wide open?