Season 7

See main article: "Hyperion Heights"

Original air date: October 6, 2017

Written by: Edward Kitsis & Adam Horowitz

Directed by: Ralph Hemecker

Centric Characters: Henry Mills & Cinderella

Plot Synopsis: Henry leaves Storybrooke in search of his own story. Years later in another realm, he encounters a troubled Cinderella, changing the trajectory of his quest forever. When Cinderella’s evil step-mother, Lady Tremaine, poses a threat, Henry discovers that following his heart will require him to make more difficult choices than he ever could have imagined. Years later, a young Lucy finds a disillusioned Henry at his home in Seattle, determined to make him remember his true self in order to defeat the curse afflicting the fairytale characters of “Hyperion Heights.”

Recurring Cast: Mekia Cox (Sabine/Tiana), Jared S. Gilmore (Henry Mills) (young)

See main article: "A Pirate's Life"

Original air date: October 13, 2017

Written by: Jane Espenson & Jerome Schwartz

Directed by: Tara Nicole Weyr

Centric Character: Officer Rogers
Other Backstory Characters: Emma Swan & Captain Hook

Plot Synopsis: When Henry finds himself in trouble, he calls upon his Storybrooke family for help, and together they set off on a mission to find Cinderella. Along the way, Hook is confronted by an unexpected foe who threatens the group’s success. In Hyperion Heights, Jacinda searches for a way to see Lucy with some unwelcome assistance from Henry, while Victoria Belfrey enlists the help of Rogers and Weaver to push Henry out of the neighborhood.

Recurring Cast: Jennifer Morrison (Emma Swan), Mekia Cox (Sabine), Jared S. Gilmore (Henry Mills) (young)

See main article: "The Garden of Forking Paths"

Original air date: October 20, 2017

Written by: David H. Goodman & Brigitte Hales

Directed by: Ron Underwood

Centric Characters: Cinderella & Lady Tremaine

Plot Synopsis: When Cinderella finds herself staring danger in the eye, she receives help from an unlikely source. Her rescue leads to an alliance that could aid in the defeat of Lady Tremaine’s rule and reveals a dark secret from Cinderella’s past. In Hyperion Heights, Jacinda goes to extreme measures to stop Victoria Belfrey from destroying Lucy’s beloved community garden, while Lucy tries to convince Henry that Victoria is after more than just a plot of land. Meanwhile, Victoria makes a discovery that could alter everyone’s fate.

Recurring Cast: Mekia Cox (Sabine/Tiana)

See main article: "Beauty"

Original air date: October 27, 2017

Written by: Dana Horgan & Leah Fong

Directed by: Ron Underwood

Centric Character: Rumplestiltskin
Other Backstory Character: Belle

Plot Synopsis: It’s Halloween in Hyperion Heights and Victoria forces Ivy to take Lucy trick-or-treating. Meanwhile, Tilly appears to be waking up from the curse and is intent on leading Weaver to the truth – but not if Victoria can help it. In a flashback, Rumple and Belle seek the answer to a prophecy that could cement their happy ending.

Recurring Cast: Emilie de Ravin (Belle French/Belle), Giles Matthey (Gideon Gold/Gideon)

See main article: "Greenbacks"

Original air date: November 3, 2017

Written by: Christopher Hollier & Adam Karp

Directed by: Geofrey Hildrew

Plot Synopsis: Tiana seeks help from a traveling soothsayer, the iconic Dr. Facilier, in an attempt to save her kingdom. But when it’s revealed that he has an ulterior motive she’s forced to take matters into her own hands. In Hyperion Heights, Sabine and Jacinda take on a risky business venture, but the strength of their friendship is tested when Victoria interferes with their plans. Meanwhile, Ivy recruits Henry to investigate Victoria, and Roni makes a discovery that could change her relationship with Henry forever. Rogers uncovers a crucial clue in his search for Eloise Gardener.