General Hospital: Carly & Valentin Form a Shocking Spy Alliance!

Talk about unexpected! Carly Corinthos just went full spy mode, donning a disguise to visit none other than Valentin Cassadine in prison. Why? To take down Jack Brennan and save Josslyn, and it's going to be a wild ride!

TL;DR

• Carly went undercover as "Barbara Saunders" to meet Valentin Cassadine in a maximum-security prison.
• This unlikely duo is teaming up to get revenge on Jack Brennan and extract Josslyn from the WSB.
• Meanwhile, Port Charles is buzzing with Lois Cerullo's return, Tracy Quartermaine's fight against Ronnie, and Brennan's intense grilling of Nathan West about Faison.

Carly's Audacious Prison Break-In: A Master Plan Unfolds

If you've been tuning into Port Charles lately, you know Carly Corinthos (Laura Wright) doesn't do anything halfway. But even for her, the October 22nd episode of General Hospital brought a jaw-dropping twist that has fans buzzing! Our favorite "volcano" went completely incognito, slipping into the maximum-security prison, Steinmauer, under the fake identity of attorney Barbara Saunders.

Her mission? To confront Valentin Cassadine (James Patrick Stuart) and, more importantly, to form a highly improbable alliance. The target? None other than Jack Brennan (Chris McKenna). Carly is on the warpath after learning that Brennan not only recruited her daughter, Josslyn (Eden McCoy), into the WSB but also brazenly lied about it straight to her face. She’s determined to protect Josslyn and make Brennan deeply regret crossing her.

An Unlikely Power Couple: Carly and Valentin Join Forces

The idea of Carly and Valentin working together is pure soap opera gold, especially given their tumultuous history! Remember earlier this year when Carly nearly bit the dust from polonium poisoning, all because Valentin's botched attempt to take out Brennan accidentally affected her? Yeah, that. The writers aren't letting us forget it either, as Laura Wright herself hinted these past betrayals will definitely pop up in their upcoming scenes!

This team-up is so out of left field that even the actors are hyped. Laura Wright, who plays Carly, couldn't hide her excitement about sharing more scenes with James Patrick Stuart. She told Soap Opera Digest that going incognito was "so funny" and she "loves the idea of working with James." Their off-screen friendship goes way back to their early soap days in the 90s, when Wright was on Loving and Stuart was on All My Children. They used to hang out, go to concerts, and even hit up Saturday Night Live together as "goofy kids." That real-life camaraderie is sure to translate into electric on-screen chemistry as their characters navigate this intense, yet hilarious, new mission.

"What we love about it is that the fans are not going to see that coming. No one would ever expect these two to be in cahoots together... I mean, hello! I almost died of polonium poisoning because of him! And don’t worry, those things come up [in their scenes] – don’t think we’re forgetting those things!"

— Laura Wright (Carly Corinthos) on the surprising alliance with Valentin

Wright also perfectly summed up Carly's mindset for this daring move: "It makes sense to me, 100 percent, because this is Carly. If she wants to do it, she’s going to figure out a way to do it, and this is the only way Carly knows how to do it!" She doesn't "go through the right channels" and doesn't care what anyone thinks. This is Carly being Carly, playing a very dangerous game in a "spy world" way bigger than Port Charles.

Valentin, ever the sharp one, quickly sensed something was off with his mysterious "dark-haired" visitor. He noticed her voice sounded familiar and her eyes were a bit too curious, likely suspecting the wig and fake ID. It’ll be fascinating to see if he plays along or outright exposes her, though his hatred for Brennan suggests he'll embrace the chaos.

Jack Brennan Scrambles as Faison's Sinister Legacy Looms Large

Back in Port Charles, Jack Brennan is trying to regain control, but it seems like he's surrounded by secrets. He's already suspicious of Carly's recent behavior and held a tense meeting with Josslyn about her "cover story." Little does he know, Carly is now actively plotting his downfall!

But Carly isn't Brennan's only problem. He's also deeply invested in understanding Nathan West's (Ryan Paevey) shocking return from the dead. Brennan grilled Nathan in a tense WSB office meeting, demanding answers about his involvement in "it" and, more chillingly, about Cesar Faison's "final project." For those with long memories, you might recall Faison's brain once sat in a jar on Kevin Collins' desk! Brennan is desperate to know what happened to it and how it ties into Nathan's resurrection. This storyline promises to link Valentin, Nathan, and Faison in a potentially explosive way that could threaten all of Port Charles.

Tracy's Righteous Fury: Fighting for Her Reputation

The drama isn't limited to the spy world! Tracy Quartermaine (Jane Elliot) is back with a vengeance, but not in a good way. She’s been unceremoniously kicked out of her own home by Ronnie (Erika Slezak) and is currently crashing at Lulu's (Alexa Havins). People are whispering that Tracy may have slipped something into Ronnie's tea, a claim she vehemently denies. "I didn't do it," she declared to Lulu, insisting she's been framed and vowing to uncover the truth.

Tracy believes Ronnie is hiding something, and knowing Tracy, she won't rest until she exposes it. Ronnie, on the other hand, seems quite pleased with herself, telling Brook Lynn (Amanda Setton) at Bobbie's Diner that she "more than got back at" Tracy. It seems a new Quartermaine feud is brewing, with Gio (Giovanni Mazza) and Emma (Braedyn Bruner) possibly getting pulled into the fray with a plan of their own. Will they help Tracy, or just make things worse?

Lois Cerullo's Return and Port Charles' Shifting Sands

Adding another layer of intrigue, fan-favorite Lois Cerullo made a surprise return, immediately hitting Sonny's (Maurice Benard) place with her classic attitude: "You gonna invite me in, or should I kick rocks?" It’s a moment that brings back decades of shared history between them, but also the tension of Lois's recent revelation about Gio being Sonny's grandson. This visit is sure to stir up some old feelings and new dramas.

The October 22nd episode was packed with secrets, disguises, and shocking twists, setting the stage for a week of high-voltage drama. As alliances shift and hidden truths slowly unravel, Port Charles is definitely bracing for a storm. Every conversation, every clue matters, and fans should not miss a minute of it!

Frequently Asked Questions About General Hospital's Latest Episode

When did the General Hospital October 22nd episode air?

The episode featuring Carly's undercover visit to Valentin, Brennan's investigation into Nathan and Faison, and Tracy's latest feud aired on Tuesday, October 22, 2025.

Where can I watch the General Hospital October 22nd episode?

General Hospital airs weekdays on ABC. You can typically catch up on recent episodes through the ABC website, Hulu, or other streaming services that carry ABC content, often the day after it airs.

What's the rating of General Hospital?

General Hospital is generally rated TV-14, meaning it contains material that parents may find unsuitable for children under 14. This can include suggestive dialogue, strong language, or intense violence.

Is the Carly and Valentin alliance going to last?

While their alliance is forged out of a mutual desire to take down Jack Brennan, their past history (including Valentin almost poisoning Carly!) suggests it will be a very tense and likely temporary partnership. Laura Wright hinted that their past conflicts will definitely come up in their scenes, adding another layer of complexity to their dynamic.

Sources

• Soap Opera Digest (Direct quotes from Laura Wright)
• Soap Opera News
• ABCEntertainmentNow.com
• Latestly
• Showbiz Cheat Sheet