The BEST episodes of The Young and the Restless season 49

Every episode of The Young and the Restless season 49, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Young and the Restless season 49!

Set in Genoa City, Y&R is the long-running soap that tells the story of the struggle behind the business- and sex-savvy Abbott and Newman clans.

Last Updated: 9/24/2025Network: CBSStatus: Continuing
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8.75
4 votes

#1 - Episode 12274 - January 6, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 69 - Aired 1/6/2022

Devon stands his ground, Ashland questions Victoria's motives, Billy turns the tables on Adam.

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8.75
4 votes

#2 - Episode 12271 - January 3, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 66 - Aired 1/3/2022

Chelsea catches Adam and Sally in a compromising position, Sharon and Rey reflect on the past year, Chance comes clean with Abby.

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8.67
3 votes

#3 - Episode 12288 - January 26, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 83 - Aired 1/26/2022

Victor keeps Adam on his toes, Nikki gives a stern warning, Devon embraces a new challenge.

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8.50
4 votes

#4 - Episode 12275 - January 7, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 70 - Aired 1/7/2022

Traci points Billy in the right direction. Amanda counsels Phyllis.

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8.40
5 votes

#5 - Episode 12297 - February 8, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 92 - Aired 2/8/2022

Jack finds himself at a crossroads, Lauren and Amanda go fishing for intel, Devon and Abby receive disturbing news.

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8.33
3 votes

#6 - Episode 12293 - February 2, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 88 - Aired 2/2/2022

Devon and Abby search for common ground, Phyllis considers a change of scenery, Tessa comes clean with Mariah.

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8.33
3 votes

#7 - Episode 12295 - February 4, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 90 - Aired 2/4/2022

Mariah and Tessa take time to celebrate their engagement, Abby and Chance are challenged as parents.

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8.33
3 votes

#8 - Episode 12292 - February 1, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 87 - Aired 2/1/2022

Victor and Nikki has reason to question Ashland’s motives, Sally is blindsided by Chelsea, Lauren is skeptical of Michael’s new endeavor.

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8.33
3 votes

#9 - Episode 12291 - January 31, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 86 - Aired 1/31/2022

Victor gives Adam an ultimatum, Victoria gets the upper hand, Sharon shares words of wisdom with Abby.

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8.33
3 votes

#10 - Episode 12287 - January 25, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 82 - Aired 1/25/2022

Victor enlists Michael's help with a sensitive assignment, Victoria strikes back, Phyllis receives a tempting offer.

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8.33
3 votes

#11 - Episode 12286 - January 24, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 81 - Aired 1/24/2022

Sharon notices a new side to Rey, Chloe loses patience with Chelsea and Sally, Abby makes a painful decision.

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8.33
3 votes

#12 - Episode 12285 - January 21, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 80 - Aired 1/21/2022

Victor launches a plan of attack, Michael keeps Lauren in suspense, Abby makes a big decision.

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8.33
3 votes

#13 - Episode 12280 - January 14, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 75 - Aired 1/14/2022

Adam gives Chelsea upsetting news, Abby encourages Chance to seek help, Amanda strategizes with Devon.

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8.33
3 votes

#14 - Episode 12273 - January 5, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 68 - Aired 1/5/2022

Abby catches Devon off guard, Nick encourages Noah to explore a new opportunity, Chance enlists Rey's help.

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8.33
3 votes

#15 - Episode 12272 - January 4, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 67 - Aired 1/4/2022

Lily and Victoria share a difference of opinion, Chloe gives Adam a warning, Chelsea sets a trap for Sally.

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8.33
3 votes

#16 - Episode 12270 - December 30, 2021

Season 49 - Episode 65 - Aired 12/30/2021

Chelsea makes a confession to Adam, Elena looks forward to a fresh start, and Kevin and Chloe make a New Year's resolution.

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8.33
3 votes

#17 - Episode 12258 - December 14, 2021

Season 49 - Episode 53 - Aired 12/14/2021

Victor and Adam take advantage of Billy's downfall, Chloe and Lily share common ground, Chelsea returns home to Genoa City.

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8.33
3 votes

#18 - Episode 12260 - December 16, 2021

Season 49 - Episode 55 - Aired 12/16/2021

Chelsea corners Adam about the status of their relationship, Tessa has a change of heart, Sally covers her tracks.

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8.33
3 votes

#19 - Episode 12283 - January 19, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 78 - Aired 1/19/2022

Billy makes a deal with Adam, Chelsea plots against Sally, Lily takes on a new venture.

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8.25
4 votes

#20 - Episode 12263 - December 21, 2021

Season 49 - Episode 58 - Aired 12/21/2021

Victor gives Sally the third degree, Billy visits old habits, and Chelsea and Adam call a truce for Christmas.

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8.25
4 votes

#21 - Episode 12264 - December 22, 2021

Season 49 - Episode 59 - Aired 12/22/2021

Chance notices Devon's bond with Dominic, Mariah and Tessa plan their future, and Jack and Traci spread some holiday cheer.

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8.25
4 votes

#22 - Episode 12265 - December 23, 2021

Season 49 - Episode 60 - Aired 12/23/2021

Nikki and Victor are reminded of the true meaning of Christmas, while Billy and Lily get into the holiday spirit.

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8.25
4 votes

#23 - Episode 12267 - December 27, 2021

Season 49 - Episode 62 - Aired 12/27/2021

Adam and Chance settle unfinished business, Chelsea sends a message to Sally, and Nate helps Devon with a tough decision.

star
8.00
3 votes

#24 - Episode 12259 - December 15, 2021

Season 49 - Episode 54 - Aired 12/15/2021

Victor receives ammunition against an opponent, Christine shares surprising news with Chance, Ashland meets Billy's dark side.

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8.00
4 votes

#25 - Episode 12296 - February 7, 2022

Season 49 - Episode 91 - Aired 2/7/2022

Adam takes matters into his own hands, Sally gets the last laugh, Nick and Sharon struggle to help Noah.