Knots Landing

1. 1. Pilot

   Dec 27, 1979

   Gary and Valene move into their new home with the help of his brother, Bobby Ewing.

2. 2. Community Spirit

   Jan 3, 1980

   When Ewing Oil announces plans to drill offshore, Gary opposes his brother J.R. to save Knots Landing beach.

3. 3. Let Me Count the Ways

   Jan 10, 1980

   When Karen's daughter's controversial high school teacher is about to be fired, she comes to his defense.

4. 4. The Lie

   Jan 17, 1980

   Laura feigns rape to cover up an afternoon rendezvous with Richard.

5. 5. Will the Circle Be Unbroken

   Jan 25, 1980

   When Val's mother arrives for a visit, Val must confront unpleasant memories of her childhood.

6. 6. Home is For Healing

   Jan 31, 1980

   Lucy comes to live with her parents for the first time, but the reunion is anything but happy.

7. 7. Land of the Free

   Feb 7, 1980

   When a motorcycle gang terrorizes the residents of Knots Landing, Sid's daughter is abducted.

8. 8. Civil Wives

   Feb 14, 1980

   Karen regrets her invitation to Sid's ex-wife when she flirts with Sid. Eric has an interest in Ginger Ward.

9. 9. Constant Companion

   Feb 21, 1980

   Ginger is frightened by anonymous gifts that bring back dark memories of an aborted pregnancy.

10. 10. Small Surprises

    Mar 6, 1980

    Karen learns she is pregnant but has mixed feelings about the news. Eric dates Ginger's 14-year-old sister.

11. 11. Courageous Convictions

    Mar 13, 1980

    Richard is in financial trouble and tries to loan money from neighbors, as Sid discovers his money is missing.

12. 12. Bottom of the Bottle (1)

    Mar 20, 1980

    Gary begins drinking again but won't admit he's an alcoholic, while Ginger suspects Kenny of having an affair.

13. 13. Bottom of the Bottle (2)

    Mar 27, 1980

    Val gives Gary an ultimatum about his drinking, and Gary leaves. Ginger finds Kenny with Sylvie.

About

The domestic adventures, misdeeds and everyday interactions of five families living on a cul-de-sac in a small California community.

First aired

1979-12-27

Era

70s

Length

14 seasons · 344 episodes

Genres

Drama, Soap