Grey’s Anatomy returned for the latter half of its 22nd series after a brief hiatus, with the show paying a special tribute to the late Eric Dane.
Best known for playing Dr Mark Sloan on the medical drama, Dane’s character made his heartbreaking exit from the series some time ago now, but his presence and impact on Grey’s Anatomy is what made it such a hit with fans in those early seasons.
The latest episode concluded with a montage of Tommee Profitt & Fleuries’ cover of Snow Patrol’s Chasing Cars, a song synonymous with the ABC series.
Season 22 was delayed slightly as the Winter Olympics aired on ABC (where the show airs in the US), meaning that it had bumped everything in the schedules. However, the series has now returned with a new plastics attending making an appearance at Grey Sloan.
But just when will Grey’s Anatomy be making its return? Read on for the full season 22 release schedule.
After a brief hiatus, Grey’s Anatomy has now returned, with its usual programming to resume in the US.
That means that for UK viewers, we can expect Grey’s Anatomy season 22 to continue with episode 12, Get Lucky, on Friday 6 March 2026 on Disney Plus, following its usual pattern of being released one day after the US release on ABC and Hulu.
How many episodes of season 22 are there?

There is a total of 18 episodes in season 22. Given that the first six episodes have packed in so much already, we can expect a whole lot more drama to come!
- Only the Strong Survive – 10 October 2025 – After the catastrophic hospital explosion, Grey Sloan’s staff scrambles to save not only their patients’ lives but also their own. Confronted with impossible surgical decisions and emotional turmoil, they fight to preserve life amid devastation.
- We Built This City – 17 October 2025 – The team at Grey Sloan navigates a chaotic first day of surgical rotations amid hospital renovations. Meanwhile, Meredith spends time with Amelia.
- Between Two Lungs – 24 October 2025 – A high-risk lung transplant pushes the surgical team to their limits. Meanwhile, Bailey juggles a trauma patient whose treatment hangs in the balance.
- Goodbye Horses – 31 October 2025 – The interns juggle a bizarre trauma, while a complex breast reconstruction forces Meredith into a tense partnership.
- Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child – 7th November 2025 – Jo navigates a challenging case with a pregnant mother, while Blue and Jules care for a diabetic patient. Meanwhile, Simone treats a patient with a surprising revelation.
- When I Crash – 14 November 2025 – Grey Sloan takes in patients following a catastrophic bus accident. Teddy and Owen have an awkward encounter, and Richard tests Bailey’s patience.
- Skyfall – 8 January 2026 – Winston and Ben fight to save Jo’s life, while Teddy supports Link. Owen and Jules battle to save a young man, and Lucas forms an unexpected bond with a patient.
- Heavy On Me – 15 January 2026 – Bailey and Owen join forces to save a tumour patient, while Richard faces an internal battle. Meanwhile, Jules struggles with her feelings for Winston.
- Fortunate Son – 22 January 2026 – Meredith and Nick are visited by Nick’s estranged sister.
- Strip That Down – 29 January 2026 – Addison Montgomery returns to Grey Sloan.
- (If You Want It) Do It Yourself – 27 February 2026 – A new doctor joins Grey Sloan.
- Get Lucky – 6 March 2026 – Teddy and Winston tackle a complex procedure that could test their skills and partnership.