Grey's Anatomy: Season 18

2021
20 episodes

After being sick with COVID-19 for weeks, Meredith split her time between two hospitals. She was hired by Dr. Hamilton to work on a cure for Parkinson's in Minnesota. There, she reconnected with Nick Marsh and began dating him while still working part-time at Grey-Sloan in Seattle. She decides to move her family to Minnesota with Nick after helping Grey-Sloan gain back its accreditation for the residency program that was on probation.

Season 18 of Grey's Anatomy premiered on September 30, 2021 and has 20 episodes, from "Here Comes the Sun (II)" to "You Are the Blood". The last episode aired on May 26, 2022.

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Episodes

Episode 1Here Comes the Sun (II)Aired September 30, 2021
As the city of Seattle revels at the Phoenix Fair celebrating the city’s rebirth post-COVID, the Grey Sloan doctors treat a patient who encounters illegal fireworks. Meanwhile, Bailey has her sights set on hiring new doctors, but she’s having trouble finding viable options. Owen and Teddy attempt to take the next step in their engagement, and Meredith has a surprising opportunity when she meets a dynamic doctor from her mother‘s past. The crossover starts on Station 19 S05E01 Phoenix from the Flame (I).
- 43m
- Directed by Debbie Allen
- Written by Meg Marinis
Guest stars
- Richard Flood Cormac Hayes
- Alex Landi Nico Kim
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- Barbara Lee Bragg Betsy
- Debra Mooney Evelyn Hunt
- Bernie Kopell Father Christopher
- Romi Dias Nadia Correa
- Corinne Bohrer Emma Correa
Episode 2Some Kind of TomorrowAired October 7, 2021
Meredith seeks advice from Amelia. Meanwhile, Richard is reenergized as he takes teaching to a new level at the hospital, and Winston treats a patient suffering from kidney failure.
- 43m
- Directed by Kevin McKidd
- Written by Felicia Pride
Guest stars
- Richard Flood Cormac Hayes
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- Juliette Myers Paramedic
- Robert I. Mesa James Chee
- Chantal Maurice Rashida Flowers
- Cyd Strittmatter Alicia Krause
- Kennedy Lea Slocum Robin Jeter
- Hahn Cho Lee Wong
Episode 3Hotter than HellAired October 14, 2021
Seattle’s favorite redhead returns and graces the Grey Sloan halls with her experience and expertise as she attempts to help Richard teach the newest crop of residents. Meanwhile, Meredith has a decision to make, and Link confides in Teddy.
- 43m
- Directed by Chandra Wilson
- Written by Jamie Denbo
Guest stars
- Jason George Ben Warren
- Richard Flood Cormac Hayes
- Kate Walsh Addison Montgomery
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- Robert I. Mesa James Chee
- Chantal Maurice Rashida Flowers
- Rasta Thomas Paramedic
- Meryl Hathaway Tovah Freedman
Episode 4With a Little Help from My FriendsAired October 21, 2021
Richard recruits Meredith and Bailey to help him launch a new program. Meanwhile, Addison’s patient has complications from a procedure, and Jo helps a woman who goes into premature labor.
- 43m
- Directed by Michael W. Watkins
- Written by Jess Righthand
Guest stars
- Richard Flood Cormac Hayes
- Kate Walsh Addison Montgomery
- Stefania Spampinato Carina DeLuca
- Alex Landi Nico Kim
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- Robert I. Mesa James Chee
- Meryl Hathaway Tovah Freedman
- Zaiver Sinnett Zander Perez
Episode 5Bottle Up and Explode!Aired November 11, 2021
The Grey Sloan doctors spring into action after an explosion rocks Seattle, with the incoming trauma hitting close to home. Owen experiences PTSD after he hears the explosion, while his sister Megan enlists help from Winston and Hayes in confidence. In Minnesota, Meredith and Amelia meet up with a familiar face who assists in their study. The crossover starts on Station 19 S05E05 Things We Lost in the Fire (I).
- 43m
- Directed by Lindsay Cohen
- Written by Kiley Donovan and Beto Skubs
Guest stars
- Jason George Ben Warren
- Richard Flood Cormac Hayes
- Greg Germann Tom Koracick
- Stefania Spampinato Carina DeLuca
- Jaina Lee Ortiz Andy Herrera
- Okieriete Onaodowan Dean Miller
- Grey Damon Jack Gibson
- Barrett Doss Victoria Hughes
Episode 6Every Day Is a Holiday (With You)Aired November 18, 2021
It's Thanksgiving, and while Meredith faces travel complications due to the weather, Nick steps in to help in more ways than one; Richard and Bailey seek out emergency surgeries; Amelia and Link reconnect.
- 43m
- Directed by Tony Phelan
- Written by Meg Marinis
Guest stars
- Richard Flood Cormac Hayes
- Alex Landi Nico Kim
- Chiquita Fuller Ashley Wright
- Reggie Watkins Mr. Wright
- Aniela Gumbs Zola Grey Shepherd
- Ashley Holliday Tavares Heather Young
- Abigail Spencer Megan Hunt
- Greg Tarzan Davis Jordan Wright
Episode 7Today Was a FairytaleAired December 9, 2021
Dr. Hamilton takes his frustrations out on Meredith, so Nick gives her a chance to blow off steam by scrubbing in on a surgery. Back in Seattle, Link and Jo take their kids to a fairytale theater performance that goes wrong. Bailey and Dr. Lin attend a recruitment fair in hopes of attracting more doctors to Grey Sloan but find themselves ill-prepared.
- 43m
- Directed by Debbie Allen
- Written by Julie Wong
Guest stars
- Richard Flood Cormac Hayes
- Isaiah Mustafa Brian Williams
- Dara Reneé Janice
- Lynn Chen Michelle Lin
- Sylvia Kwan Mabel Tseng
- Peter Gallagher David Hamilton
- Greg Tarzan Davis Jordan Wright
- Kahyun Kim Cathi
Episode 8It Came Upon a Midnight ClearAired December 16, 2021
The doctors celebrate the holidays; Hamilton and Meredith prepare for a milestone on their project; Link wants to spend the holiday with Amelia and Scout as a family; Schmitt is faced with a difficult decision during surgery.
- 43m
- Directed by Michael W. Watkins
- Written by Jase Miles-Perez
Guest stars
- Jason George Ben Warren
- Richard Flood Cormac Hayes
- Stefania Spampinato Carina DeLuca
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- Debra Mooney Evelyn Hunt
- Aniela Gumbs Zola Grey Shepherd
- Zaiver Sinnett Zander Perez
- Sylvia Kwan Mabel Tseng
Episode 9No Time to DieAired February 24, 2022
The Grey Sloan Memorial doctors grapple with the aftermath of the car crash that involved some of their own; Meredith works to save Dr. Hamilton's life. Levi is impacted from his latest loss.
- 43m
- Directed by Linda Klein
- Written by Krista Vernoff
Guest stars
- Richard Flood Cormac Hayes
- Alex Landi Nico Kim
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- Nikhil Shukla Reza Khan
- Abigail Spencer Megan Hunt
- Peter Gallagher David Hamilton
- Greg Tarzan Davis Jordan Wright
- Bardia Seiri Farouk Shami
Episode 10Living in a House DividedAired March 3, 2022
Schmitt must face the Morbidity and Mortality conference. Meanwhile, Meredith convinces Nick to scrub in on a surgery in Seattle, and Jo faces her feelings.
- 42m
- Directed by Allison Liddi-Brown
- Written by Jamie Denbo
Guest stars
- Richard Flood Cormac Hayes
- Stefania Spampinato Carina DeLuca
- Alex Landi Nico Kim
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- Joy Nash Lila Hanley
- Zaiver Sinnett Zander Perez
- Lynn Chen Michelle Lin
- Jasmine Ashanti Francesca Lyons
Episode 11LegacyAired March 10, 2022
While Meredith, Amelia and the team prepare for Dr. Hamilton’s long-awaited, groundbreaking surgery, Bailey receives an unexpected offer. Owen’s impatience makes him a difficult physical therapy patient, forcing Link to intervene. In Minnesota, Nick makes a liver transplant a teaching moment.
- 44m
- Directed by Kevin McKidd
- Written by Mark Driscoll
Guest stars
- Greg Germann Tom Koracick
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- J. Mallory McCree Arthur Kyat
- JoNell Kennedy Duda Kyat
- Rene Rivera James's Father
- Victoria Garcia-Kelleher James's Mother
- Aniela Gumbs Zola Grey Shepherd
- Miya Horcher James's Sister
Episode 12The Makings of YouAired March 17, 2022
Nick whisks Meredith away to his Minnesota cabin for a romantic weekend, leaving Winston and Maggie to care for Meredith’s children. Meanwhile, Amelia and Kai grow closer.
- 42m
- Directed by Debbie Allen
- Written by Felicia Pride
Guest stars
- Kate Burton Ellis Grey
- LaTanya Richardson Jackson Diane Pierce
- Anna Grace Barlow Charlotte Marsh
- Gabe Gibbs Silver
- Aniela Gumbs Zola Grey Shepherd
- Ella Faris Ellis Shepherd
- Gracie Faris Ellis Shepherd
- Brody Goodstadt Derek Bailey Shepherd
Episode 13Put the Squeeze on MeAired March 24, 2022
While Richard ponders his surgical abilities, Jo is charmed by her patient’s brother. Elsewhere, Megan makes sure Teddy and Owen talk out their differences, and a pet python causes an uproar.
- 43m
- Directed by Allison Liddi-Brown
- Written by Julie Wong
Guest stars
- Jason George Ben Warren
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- Skylar Astin Todd Eames
- Tessa Hope Slovis Laura Eames
- Chris Aquilino Clark
- Gabe Fonseca Ivan
- Janai Kaylani Pru Miller
- Aniela Gumbs Zola Grey Shepherd
Episode 14Road Trippin'Aired March 31, 2022
Tensions at Grey Sloan Memorial rise as the effects of the physician shortage begin to show. Meanwhile, Meredith struggles to step away from work as she spends a sick day at home with Zola, and the hospital receives an unexpected visitor.
- 43m
- Directed by Linda Klein
- Written by Beto Skubs
Guest stars
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- Rome Flynn Wendell Ndugu
- Brandee Steger Angela Lima
- Eduardo Muniz Daniel Lima
- Alexander Pelaez Rafael Lima
- Frances Nichols Nurse Karen
- Breaunna Bryan Fernanda Lima
- Skylar Astin Todd Eames
Episode 15Put It to the TestAired April 7, 2022
Bailey is on edge when an accreditation council stops by Grey Sloan to review the residency program, while Richard sets an assessment of his own for the same day. Meanwhile, Nick returns to Seattle to perform a first-of-its-kind operation with Meredith.
- 42m
- Directed by Kevin McKidd
- Written by Zoanne Clack
Guest stars
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- Dahlia Salem Jan Taylor
- Dawnn Lewis Jamarah Blake
- MaryLynn Suchan MaryAnn Suchan
- Zaiver Sinnett Zander Perez
- Sylvia Kwan Mabel Tseng
- Peter Gallagher David Hamilton
- Greg Tarzan Davis Jordan Wright
Episode 16Should I Stay or Should I Go?Aired May 5, 2022
Bailey faces an unhappy Catherine who is facing audits for several of her Foundation hospitals. Meanwhile, Addison is back at Grey Sloan; tensions rise between Meredith and Richard, and Owen returns to work.
- 43m
- Directed by Michael W. Watkins
- Written by Jase Miles-Perez and Jess Righthand
Guest stars
- Kate Walsh Addison Montgomery
- Alex Landi Nico Kim
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- Meryl Hathaway Tovah Freedman
- Brenda Banda Colin's Co-Worker
- Sebastian Stenhoj Colin Renfield
- Hansford Prince Sam Reynolds
- Margarita Reyes Lucy Renfield
Episode 17I'll Cover YouAired May 12, 2022
A former patient of Link’s, Simon, is in the ER with his pregnant wife; and Bailey receives an offer from Nick.
- 43m
- Directed by Debbie Allen
- Written by Kiley Donovan and Emily Culver
Guest stars
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- Bianca A. Santos Kristen Clark
- Cedric Sanders Simon Clark
- Amy Kersten Margot Talbert
- Cara Mitsuko Robin
- Norman Nixon, Jr. Nurse James
- Janab Kareem Hazel Talbert
- Jenna Nicole Sullivan Brunette
Episode 18Stronger Than HateAired May 19, 2022
A dinner party is thrown at the sister house in Nick's honor. Meanwhile, Grey Sloan Memorial receives a victim of a brutal hate crime.
- 43m
- Directed by Chandra Wilson
- Written by Julie Wong
Guest stars
- Alex Landi Nico Kim
- Bokhee An Nurse Bokhee
- Dana Lee Mr. Tom
- Rasta Thomas Paramedic
- E-Kan Soong Police Officer
- Angie Rhee Alice Tom
- Henry Allen Theo
- Bianca A. Santos Kristen Clark
Episode 19Out for BloodAired May 26, 2022
Due to a blood shortage, Grey Sloan Memorial is setting up a voluntary donation center. Meanwhile, Nick asks Meredith for help with his patient and Winston is hung up on his relationship with his brother.
- 43m
- Directed by Kevin McKidd
- Written by Meg Marinis
Guest stars
- Jason George Ben Warren
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- Lea Coco John
- Payton Silver Dr. Knox
- Kristin Lehman Cora
- Sandy Martin Sally
- Bianca A. Santos Kristen Clark
- Cedric Sanders Simon Clark
Episode 20You Are the BloodAired May 26, 2022
The blood shortage at Grey Sloan Memorial continues. Meanwhile, Meredith makes a risky decision regarding a patient, and Owen’s actions to help his fellow veterans come to light.
- 43m
- Directed by Debbie Allen
- Written by Krista Vernoff
Guest stars
- Jason George Ben Warren
- Jesse Williams Jackson Avery
- Sarah Drew April Kepner
- Alex Landi Nico Kim
- Jaicy Elliot Taryn Helm
- Payton Silver Dr. Knox
- Jay Hayden Travis Montgomery
- Kristin Lehman Cora