Grey's Anatomy Season 23 Premieres With New Faces, Familiar Departures
The long-running medical drama returns with a mix of new characters and the exit of key cast members, available on ABC and streaming platforms.
The 23rd season of ABC's medical drama Grey's Anatomy premieres Thursday, October 15, at 10:00 p.m. ET. This season introduces several new characters, including James Wolk as Seth Norton, described as a "handsome, arrogant surgeon-turned-businessman whose focus on the bottom line never wavers." The cast also welcomes Sarah Levy and Martin Martinez.
However, the season marks the departure of veteran cast members Kevin McKidd and Kim Raver, who portrayed Owen and Teddy Altman, respectively. Their exit follows the events of the Season 22 finale.
For viewers looking to catch up, all previous seasons of Grey's Anatomy are available on Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+.
Viewing Options for Season 23
The premiere episode, titled "Collide," will air live on ABC. Those without cable can watch the episode through live TV streaming services. Recommended options include DIRECTV, fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and Sling TV. DIRECTV offers a five-day free trial, while YouTube TV, fuboTV, and Hulu + Live TV also provide free trials for new subscribers.
New episodes will be available for next-day streaming on Hulu and Disney+. The first episode is scheduled to debut on these platforms on Friday, October 16. Disney+ offers various subscription plans, including ad-supported ($12.49/month) and ad-free ($21.49/month or $214.99/year) options. Bundles with Hulu, HBO Max, and ESPN+ are also available.
Season 23 Episode Schedule
The release dates for the first four episodes of Season 23 are confirmed:
- Episode 1 ("Collide"): Thursday, October 15 (ABC); Friday, October 16 (Hulu/Disney+)
- Episode 2: Thursday, October 22
- Episode 3: Thursday, October 29
- Episode 4: Thursday, November 5
Episode 1 Synopsis
The Season 23 premiere, "Collide," centers on a significant collision at Sea-Tac airport that floods Grey Sloan with critically injured patients. The hospital's new, controversial VIP floor faces immediate chaos as doctors navigate life-saving procedures amidst difficult decisions.