Summer House Season 9 Episode 1 Recap: New Drama, new Romances, & one big Announcement

Bravo’s Summer House is back, and season 9 wasted no time diving into the drama. After a jaw-dropping season eight finale—complete with Carl and Lindsay’s shocking breakup and West’s commitment issues—the Hamptons crew returned for another unforgettable summer. 

With new faces in the mix and lingering tensions from last year, episode one titled, “Uncharted Territory”, set the stage for an eventful season. And just when things started heating up, Lindsay Hubbard dropped a bombshell that no one saw coming.

Ciara vs. West: From Romance to Rivalry

Ciara Miller made it clear from the start—she wanted nothing to do with West Wilson. Their short-lived romance last season fizzled after he failed to commit, and now Ciara wanted to "banish" him. 

Meanwhile, West’s new bestie, Jesse Solomon, found himself caught between flirting with newcomer Lexi Wood and navigating West’s social struggles. Things got even messier when Jesse started paying attention to Ciara, leaving fans wondering if a new love triangle was brewing.

Lindsay’s Surprise Pregnancy Announcement

While the housemates were busy reconnecting (and stirring up fresh drama), Lindsay Hubbard had a major reveal. In true Summer House fashion, she didn’t just announce her pregnancy—she presented it with a giant ultrasound photo in front of the entire house. 

The reactions were a mix of shock and excitement, but the looming question remained: how would her ex-fiancé, Carl Radke, handle the news? With his arrival teased as the episode’s cliffhanger, tensions are bound to rise.

Kyle’s Annual Promise to "Grow Up"

For the ninth summer in a row, Kyle Cooke vowed to be more responsible and prioritize his marriage with Amanda Batula. This time, he seemed serious about keeping his late-night antics in check—but history suggests otherwise. Will Kyle finally change, or will he fall back into his old habits?

A Season of Unfinished Business

Between lingering feuds, unexpected romances, and Lindsay’s life-changing news, Summer House season 9 is already shaping up to be one of its most dramatic yet. And with Carl’s arrival setting the stage for an awkward reunion, it’s only a matter of time before emotions boil over.

Where can you Watch Summer House Season 9?

New episodes air Wednesdays at 9 pm ET on Bravo, with streaming available on Peacock the next day. The second episode titled, “The Steaks are High” will be released on Feb. 19, 2025.