How to watch Grey's Anatomy season 22 — free streams from anywhere in the world

Grey’s Anatomy season 22 will return to screens worldwide on January 8, 2026, following its mid-season hiatus. The season opened on a somber note in the aftermath of the massive explosion at Grey Sloan Memorial. What followed was chaos, trauma, and grief, as the staff grappled with both physical injuries and emotional fallout.

Without handing out any spoilers, we can tell you that one very prominent member succumbs to their injuries, and their loss leaves a lingering sadness – but the hospital must rebuild.

You can watch Grey's Anatomy season 22 online from anywhere with a VPN and potentially for free.

With renovations ongoing, the doctors are also forced to confront personal turmoil. Amelia Shepherd steps away from neurosurgery to process her own grief, while the return of Maggie Pierce provides a much-needed emotional anchor at Grey Sloan. Still, constant rotations and fresh medical crises continue to test professional boundaries.

Episode 6, When I Crash, dished out major cliffhangers. Jo Wilson’s pregnancy takes a frightening turn following a cardiac emergency, forcing her into urgent surgery. Meanwhile, Miranda learns of a critical diagnosis – one that could put both her long-term health and career at risk.

While fans are desperate to know Jo’s fate, the new teaser offers a tantalizing hint: the cry of a baby. Does Jo make it through the emergency? Read on as we explain how to watch Grey's Anatomy season 22 from anywhere.

How to watch Grey's Anatomy season 22 from anywhere

If you're keen to watch Grey's Anatomy but you're away from home and access to the show is geo-blocked, you can always use a VPN to access it (assuming you're not breaching any broadcaster T&Cs, of course). You may be surprised by how simple it is to do.

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How to watch Grey's Anatomy season 22 in the US

Grey's Anatomy season 22 will continue on ABC at 10pm ET/PT on Thursdays, starting again from January 8.

Don't have cable? You can stream ABC via a multitude of cord-cutting services. The best ones are listed below:

🟩 Sling Blue, which is $45.99/mo, though you'll get 50% off your first month.
🟩 Fubo, which starts at $59.99/mo after a 7-day FREE trial.

🟩 Hulu + Live TV, which is $82.99/mo after a $64/month for first 3 months.
🟩 YouTube TV, which is $82.99/month, though you'll get each of your first three months for $72.99.

Alternatively, episodes will hit Hulu (30-day FREE trial) each Friday, starting January 9.

New subscribers can take advantage of a Hulu free trial for 30 days on either of its With Ads or No Ads plans. The Hulu price starts from $9.99/month thereafter.

For better value, you can get a Disney Plus bundle with Hulu for just $10.99/month.

Not in the US? Anyone from the US who wants to watch their usual streaming service from abroad can do so by using a VPN.

How to watch Grey's Anatomy season 22 in Canada

Grey's Anatomy season 22 continues its Thursday slot from January 8 in Canada too. Episodes air at 10pm ET/PT.

Each episode will be available to stream for FREE for a limited time after broadcast – typically seven days – via the CTV website and app.

Outside of Canada? Use a VPN to gain access to all the content you'd normally stream at home.

How to watch Grey's Anatomy season 22 in the U.K.

Disney Plus is home to Grey's Anatomy in the UK and season 22 will continue to air from Friday, January 9.

Prices start at £5.99 and don't forget to use NordVPN if you want to watch your Disney+ stream while you're out of the country.

How to watch Grey's Anatomy season 22 in Australia

It's a similar story in Australia with season 22 of Grey's Anatomy dropping from this Friday (January 9) on Disney+.

AU$15.99 is your starting price point and NordVPN is your go to if you're outside the country on vacation.

Grey's Anatomy season 22 – Need to Know

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Grey's Anatomy season 22 release date

The first six episodes of Grey's Anatomy season 22 premiered in October-November, and the show will return after its mid-season break on Thursday, January 8 in North America. Disney+ and Hulu users in the U.K. and Australia can catch the episode a day later, i.e., from Friday, January 9.

Grey's Anatomy season 22 cast

• Ellen Pompeo as Dr Meredith Grey
• Chandra Wilson as Dr Miranda Bailey
• James Pickens Jr. as Dr Richard Webber
• Kevin McKidd as Dr. Owen Hunt
• Caterina Scorsone as Dr Amelia Shepherd
• Camilla Luddington as Dr Jo Wilson
• Jason George as Dr Ben Warren
• Kim Raver as Dr Teddy Altman
• Chris Carmack as Dr Atticus “Link” Lincoln
• Anthony Hill as Dr Winston Ndugu
• Alexis Floyd as Dr Simone Griffith
• Harry Shum Jr. as Dr Benson “Blue” Kwan
• Adelaide Kane as Dr Jules Millin
• Niko Terho as Dr Lucas Adams
• Debbie Allan as Dr Catherine Fox
• Scott Speedman as Dr Nick Marsh
• Jaicy Elliot as Dr Taryn Helm
• Floriana Lima as Nora Young
• Trevor Jackson as Dr Wes Bryant