PORT CHARLES — Get your popcorn ready and prepare for a wave of nostalgia, General Hospital fans. Just when the dust seemed settled on the legacy of the legendary Lucas Lorenzo Spencer, ABC has announced that the icon is returning to our screens.

While it may not be a new resurrection storyline from the writers’ room, it is the next best thing: Anthony Geary takes his final bow—again—in a special encore presentation airing tomorrow.

For the devoted viewers of General Hospital, the name Anthony Geary is synonymous with the golden age of daytime television. Since his departure from the show in 2015 and his subsequent retirement to a quiet life in Amsterdam, the void left by Luke Spencer has been palpable in Port Charles.

While the character met a controversial, off-screen demise years later, the actor’s impact remains untouched. Tomorrow’s special broadcast offers fans a rare opportunity to step back in time and witness the master at work one more time.

The episode selected for this encore presentation is expected to highlight the raw, magnetic charisma that earned Geary a record-breaking eight Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor.

Whether it is a look back at the adventurous “Ice Princess” era, the chaotic romance with Laura (Genie Francis), or his poignant, darker turns in his final years on the show, Geary’s performance has always been the anchor of the ABC soap.

Why does this encore matter now? In the current landscape of daytime drama, where storylines often move at breakneck speeds, revisiting a Luke Spencer-centric episode serves as a masterclass in character study.

Geary didn’t just play a role; he deconstructed the archetype of the soap opera hero, turning a street-smart hustler into a complex, flawed, and deeply human anti-hero. He was the rogue we couldn’t help but love, the father who tried (and often failed), and the adventurer who put Port Charles on the map.

For veteran fans, tomorrow’s airing is a chance to reminisce about the days when Luke and Laura saved the world from the Cassadines.

For newer viewers, it is an essential history lesson on the DNA of General Hospital. It is a reminder of the acting caliber that helped the show survive for over six decades.

So, set your DVRs or clear your schedule for the scheduled broadcast time tomorrow.

While we may never see new footage of Luke Spencer walking into the Floating Rib again, the magic of Anthony Geary is timeless. Tomorrow, for one hour, the legend returns to his rightful home.

How to Watch: The Luke Spencer Special Encore

What: General Hospital Special Presentation: “Anthony Geary Takes His Final Bow — Again” When: Thursday, January 1, 2026 Airtime: 2:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM PT / 1:00 PM CT (Check local listings as airtimes may vary by market)

Where to Watch:

• Broadcast TV: ABC (Check your local channel guide)

• Live Streaming Services: YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, FuboTV, or Sling TV (Blue package in select markets).

Missed the Live Airing?

• On Demand (Free): Available on ABC.com and the ABC App (requires TV provider login for immediate access; free access usually unlocks 1 week later).

• Streaming: The full episode will be available to stream on Hulu starting Friday, January 2 (typically by 5:00 AM ET).

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