The promo begins with Salem’s skyline suddenly going dark. Streetlights flicker, alarms blare, and the entire town is left without power. The ominous voiceover declares: “When the lights go out, secrets will come to light.”

This chilling line sets the tone. Salem residents are forced into situations where their deepest fears, desires, and rivalries come to the surface. Without electricity, phones, or security cameras, everyone is vulnerable—and no one is safe.

 

 

Couples Tested Under Pressure

Eric and Nicole find themselves trapped in the Brady Pub as tensions rise between them. The blackout forces them to have an honest conversation about lingering feelings and their uncertain future. The sparks fly—literally and emotionally—as a candlelit confrontation turns into a passionate kiss.

Across town, Chanel and Johnny are caught in an elevator when the power fails. Claustrophobic tension builds, and old wounds are reopened. By the end of the promo, Chanel breaks down, whispering: “Maybe we were never meant to last.” Is this the end of Salem’s young power couple?

Meanwhile, Ava and Harris stumble into a dangerous situation when the blackout disrupts a mob deal gone wrong. Gunshots echo in the darkness, and the promo ends on a chilling shot of Harris bleeding out on the floor.

 

 

Secrets Exposed

The blackout also brings hidden truths to light.

Paulina Price discovers damning documents that reveal a betrayal within her inner circle. Her gasp in the promo, followed by her trembling line—“How could they do this to me?”—suggests political scandal could shake Salem’s mayor to her core.

Gabi Hernandez, back in Salem after a long absence, overhears a conversation between Stefan and EJ. Their whispered plot could destroy the DiMera empire from within. The blackout allows Gabi to remain undetected… for now.

Jada Hunter makes a shocking arrest in the dark. A figure is led away in handcuffs, but the promo cleverly hides their identity. Fans are already speculating—could it be Alex Kiriakis, or perhaps a DiMera taking the fall?

Danger on the Loose

The most chilling part of the promo reveals that the blackout provides cover for an unknown attacker. Salem Hospital is thrown into panic when life-support machines fail, and vulnerable patients are left in jeopardy. Kayla Brady works frantically by flashlight, trying to save lives.

At the same time, Marlena Evans is confronted by a mysterious figure in her office. The shadowy intruder growls: “You thought you could bury the past—but I’m back.” The identity of this enemy is kept secret, but longtime fans are buzzing about the possible return of a presumed-dead villain.

Promo Cliffhanger Moments

The final seconds of the promo deliver the jaw-dropping moments Days of our Lives fans crave:

A masked intruder breaking into the DiMera mansion.

Belle screaming in terror as the lights flicker back on.

A car crash scene, with Xander Kiriakis behind the wheel.

And finally, the most shocking image—a lifeless hand in the town square, as sirens wail in the distance.

The screen fades to black with the words: “BLACKOUT: Who will survive? Who will fall?”

Fan Reactions

Within minutes of its release, the promo went viral across social media. Fans flooded Twitter with theories:

“The blackout storyline is giving classic DOOL chaos—we’re about to see betrayals AND returns!”

“That voice in Marlena’s office—could it be Orpheus back from the dead again?”

“If Harris dies, I’m done. He and Ava finally had a chance!”

On Reddit, viewers speculated that the blackout might tie together multiple ongoing plots, from the DiMera family’s power struggle to Paulina’s political challenges. Some even believe the storyline will introduce a new villain who uses the chaos to strike Salem at its heart.

What’s Next for Salem?

The BLACKOUT promo promises a week of high-stakes drama that captures everything Days of our Lives is known for: shocking twists, romantic entanglements, dangerous confrontations, and family betrayals. With the city in darkness, the truth can no longer hide—and lives will be forever changed.

NBC has been pushing for bigger, bolder storylines, and this event week proves the soap isn’t afraid to take risks. Whether it’s a fatal shooting, a long-awaited reunion, or the return of a notorious villain, one thing is certain: Salem will never be the same after the blackout.