General Hospital Recap for Thursday, August 21, 2025, reveals a day filled with tense confrontations, emotional confessions, and uneasy alliances. Willow found herself pulled between loyalty and doubt, while Drew escalated his schemes against Michael. Meanwhile, family conflicts and unexpected truces shaped events across Port Charles.
General Hospital Recap: Drew Escalates His Fight Against Michael
At the PCPD, Martin privately informed Drew that he would only sign a statement against Michael if Drew halted Stella’s fraud investigation. Drew refused to back down, leaving Martin with no choice but to claim he remembered nothing to ADA Turner. Without testimony, Turner admitted her case was weak.
Drew’s rage exploded as he accused Turner of being bought off by Sonny. His anger didn’t stop there. Drew confronted Michael with fury, warning that he intended to secure Willow’s children for her—whether Michael liked it or not. Drew’s determination to destroy Michael only deepened the family rift.
Curtis and Stella Face Fallout
Elsewhere, Curtis wanted to push back against Drew’s manipulations, but Stella was ready to accept the fallout of her own actions. She feared losing her job at General Hospital but refused to compromise her integrity.
Alexis intervened, pointing out Stella could face prison time if things went further. Curtis refused to let matters spiral to that point. Martin’s arrival only worsened tensions, as he confessed to giving Drew leverage. His mistake pushed him deeper into Drew’s enemy circle.
General Hospital Recap: Molly Struggles With Feelings for Cody
At Bobbie’s, Molly escaped into her writing but found herself daydreaming about Cody sweeping her away. When Cody appeared, Molly tried sparking conversation, but he brushed her off coldly. Her frustration grew as writer’s block settled in.
Kristina arrived and revealed Cody had likely been at the hospital supporting Maxie. Shocked, Molly realized her emotions were more complicated than she thought. Later, when she ran into Michael, she impulsively confessed she might have feelings for Cody, leaving her future uncertain.
Nina, Ric, and Ava Play a Dangerous Game
At the Metro Court pool, Elizabeth praised Ric for helping Willow, unaware Nina was secretly funding his work. Ava watched closely, eager to stir trouble. Nina silenced her, but Ava’s scheming nature hinted she would find another way.
Ava later pressed Ric about locked accounts. Ric brushed off her concerns, insisting it was temporary. He soon met Alexis, demanding one final payment before cutting ties. With so many secrets at play, trouble loomed for everyone involved.
General Hospital Recap: Brook Lynn and Lulu Call a Truce
At the Quartermaine stables, Tracy pushed Brook Lynn to reconcile with Lulu over Maxie’s crisis. Brook Lynn resisted at first, feeling overshadowed, but Tracy’s words struck a chord.
Meanwhile, at Maxie’s home, Lulu and Liesl clashed before reaching understanding. Liesl regretted keeping Rocco’s questions hidden, and Lulu admitted her pain often fueled her reactions. Their fragile truce opened the door for peace. When Brook Lynn arrived later, Lulu extended an olive branch. For Maxie’s sake, the two women finally agreed to put aside their differences.
Drew Manipulates Willow
At the hospital, Drew told Willow about Michael striking him. He painted himself as the victim, claiming he only comforted Wiley. Drew twisted the story further, warning Willow she could lose her children. He insisted Nina pressured him into silence about their past hookups, presenting himself as her protector.
Moved by his words, Willow embraced him—just as Nina entered. Nina froze, horrified at the sight of Willow in Drew’s arms. The tension hinted at more betrayal and heartbreak ahead.
General Hospital Recap: Maxie’s Loved Ones Hold On
At Maxie’s bedside, Liesl brought flowers and was encouraged by Felicia to stay close. Meanwhile, Cody threw himself into stable work after Tracy’s pep talk. Ava offered sympathy, but Cody hinted he wasn’t as noble as she thought. His cryptic words suggested a major revelation may be coming.
This General Hospital Recap showed Drew’s dangerous manipulations reaching new levels, Willow’s vulnerability surfacing, and family loyalties tested. With Nina catching Willow in Drew’s arms, tensions promise to explode further. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more General Hospital updates and recaps!