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The domestic adventures, misdeeds and everyday interactions of five families living on a cul-de-sac in a small California community.
Highest-rated episodes all ranked
- 01
A Little HelpLilimae tells Joshua she's his mother. Abby plots revenge versus Sumner. Karen tells Gary about her condition. - 02
Parental GuidanceAbby retaliates after Paige and Peter hurt Olivia, who mails Sylvia's letter. Laura gives birth. - 03
Will the Circle Be UnbrokenWhen Val's mother arrives for a visit, Val must confront unpleasant memories of her childhood.
Cast
Episodes by season
Season01
- S01E01
PilotDecember 27, 1979Gary and Valene move into their new home with the help of his brother, Bobby Ewing. - S01E02
Community SpiritJanuary 3, 1980—When Ewing Oil announces plans to drill offshore, Gary opposes his brother J.R. to save Knots Landing beach. - S01E03
Let Me Count the WaysJanuary 10, 1980—When Karen's daughter's controversial high school teacher is about to be fired, she comes to his defense. - S01E04
The LieJanuary 17, 1980—Laura feigns rape to cover up an afternoon rendezvous with Richard. - S01E05
Season's bestWill the Circle Be UnbrokenJanuary 25, 1980When Val's mother arrives for a visit, Val must confront unpleasant memories of her childhood. - S01E06
Home is For HealingJanuary 31, 1980Lucy comes to live with her parents for the first time, but the reunion is anything but happy. - S01E07
Land of the FreeFebruary 7, 1980—When a motorcycle gang terrorizes the residents of Knots Landing, Sid's daughter is abducted. - S01E08
Civil WivesFebruary 14, 1980—Karen regrets her invitation to Sid's ex-wife when she flirts with Sid. Eric has an interest in Ginger Ward. - S01E09
Constant CompanionFebruary 21, 1980—Ginger is frightened by anonymous gifts that bring back dark memories of an aborted pregnancy. - S01E10
Small SurprisesMarch 6, 1980—Karen learns she is pregnant but has mixed feelings about the news. Eric dates Ginger's 14-year-old sister. - S01E11
Courageous ConvictionsMarch 13, 1980—Richard is in financial trouble and tries to loan money from neighbors, as Sid discovers his money is missing. - S01E12
Bottom of the Bottle (1)March 20, 1980—Gary begins drinking again but won't admit he's an alcoholic, while Ginger suspects Kenny of having an affair. - S01E13
Bottom of the Bottle (2)March 27, 1980—Val gives Gary an ultimatum about his drinking, and Gary leaves. Ginger finds Kenny with Sylvie.
Season02
- S02E01
Hitchhike (1)November 20, 1980—After giving a female hitchhiker a ride, Sid is arrested for rape. Sid's sister Abby comes to Knots Landing. - S02E02
Hitchhike (2)November 27, 1980—Sid is arraigned on rape charges, while Gary and Abby run Knots Landing Motors in Sid's absence. - S02E03
Remember the Good TimesDecember 4, 1980—After Gary tries to help Earl stop drinking, Val feels abandoned. Kenny and Ginger spend the night together. - S02E04
Chance of a LifetimeDecember 11, 1980—Richard works with a powerful attorney from Chicago in the hopes of becoming a partner. - S02E05
KristinDecember 18, 1980—After trying to murder J.R. Ewing, Kristen arrives in Los Angeles and gets arrested at a Hollywood party. - S02E06
Step One (a.k.a.) Husbands and LoversJanuary 1, 1981—Diana's first sexual experience is a disaster. Richard and Abby have an affair. - S02E07
Breach of FaithJanuary 8, 1981—Gary and Judy spend the night together. Laura throws herself a party for getting her real estate license. - S02E08
ScapegoatsJanuary 15, 1981—Karen and Sid disagree about their son Michael, who has a discipline problem at school. - S02E09
A Family MatterJanuary 22, 1981—Abby meets with J.R. about Gary's money problems, but J.R. has something else on his mind. - S02E10
ChoicesJanuary 29, 1981—With help from Abby, Val sees Gary and Judy out together. Richard and Laura's relationship is in jeopardy. - S02E11
A State of MindFebruary 5, 1981—Jeff threatens to take the kids away from Abby. Laura is tempted to have an affair with a client. - S02E12
PlayersFebruary 12, 1981—Linda finally tells Sid she's in love with him. Ginger tells Kenny she's pregnant. - S02E13
The Loudest WordFebruary 19, 1981—When Gary has a hard time facing Val's operation for a malignant growth, his brother Bobby Ewing visits. - S02E14
Moments of TruthFebruary 26, 1981—Armed gunmen invade the Ewing house during a baby shower for Ginger and hold the women hostage. - S02E15
Man of the HourMarch 12, 1981—Ginger's sister Jill is left in a coma after smoking some marijuana Eric brought to a party. - S02E16
More Than FriendsMarch 19, 1981—To get even with Gary, Earl lures Val to his house. Laura and Scooter are suspected of having an affair. - S02E17
DesignsMarch 26, 1981—Sid refuses J.R.'s offer of a partnership in Sid's experimental engine, but Abby readies to make her own deal. - S02E18
SqueezeplayMarch 26, 1981—The FBI investigates a stolen auto parts ring that could cost Sid his life. Jeff sends Abby a message.
Season03
- S03E01
The VigilNovember 12, 1981—Gary feels responsible for Sid's coma, while Richard promises to help Abby find her kidnapped children. - S03E02
Critical ConditionNovember 19, 1981—Sid faces a risky, life-or-death operation. Karen convinces a guilt-ridden Gary to stay in Knots Landing. - S03E03
AftermathNovember 26, 1981—Karen remains uncaring and detached in the wake of Sid's death - even with her children. Ginger gives birth. - S03E04
Moving InDecember 3, 1981—Val is upset about her mother's upcoming visit. Abby tries to subpoena her mother-in-law to find her children. - S03E05
The SurpriseDecember 10, 1981—Abby locates Jeff and concocts a scheme to get her children back. Richard is asked to arrange entertainment. - S03E06
One of a KindDecember 17, 1981—Karen's ex-boyfriend returns and claims to be Diana's father. Laura receives a generous gift from Scooter. - S03E07
SecretsDecember 24, 1981—When the IRS audits the dealership, Karen asks for Abby's help. After a party, Richard doesn't come home. - S03E08
Mistaken MotivesJanuary 7, 1982—Diana's rebellious behavior leads to her arrest. Karen meets a young widower. - S03E09
The Rose and the BriarJanuary 14, 1982—Lilimae leaves for Las Vegas. After Richard takes out his anger on Laura, she seeks comfort with Scooter. - S03E10
The Three SistersJanuary 21, 1982—When the neighborhood women spend the night in an old haunted mansion, things turn strange. - S03E11
Power PlayJanuary 28, 1982—Gary mortgages his home to finance a methanol-powered car deal. Val becomes suspicious of Gary and Abby. - S03E12
PossibilitiesFebruary 11, 1982—Karen invites a new boyfriend over for dinner. Ginger pursues a singing career against Kenny's wishes. - S03E13
ReunionFebruary 18, 1982—Karen considers taking a job in New York. Laura learns she's pregnant with Richard's child and gets depressed. - S03E14
CricketMarch 4, 1982—Val's former boyfriend leaves his troubled 11-year-old stepdaughter with the Ewings and leaves town. - S03E15
Best IntentionsMarch 11, 1982—Laura and Richard argue about her abortion. Lilimae and Abby convince Val to send her book to a publisher. - S03E16
Silver ShadowsMarch 25, 1982—When an elderly film director lavishes Abby with gifts, she utilizes her resemblance to a silent film star. - S03E17
Letting Go (a.k.a.) Shadow WaltzApril 1, 1982—Gary, Abby and Val go to Sacramento to see a state senator. Larry asks Karen to leave with him for a weekend. - S03E18
ExposeApril 8, 1982—Against Gary's wishes, Val agrees to have her book published. Richard is fired after his misdeeds are exposed. - S03E19
Night (a.k.a.) Nervous BreakdownApril 15, 1982—A despondent Richard holds Laura and Jason hostage in the Avery home. Ginger returns from San Francisco. - S03E20
Acts of LoveApril 22, 1982—Val must rebuff advances from a cafe owner. Abby and Gary consummate their affair. - S03E21
China Dolls (a.k.a.) ObsessionApril 29, 1982—Val confronts Gary and Abby about their affair. Richard prepares to leave the hospital. - S03E22
Living DangerouslyMay 6, 1982—Val encounters Gary and Abby together. Laura becomes worried Richard may attempt suicide and moves back home.
Season04
- S04E01
A Brand New DaySeptember 30, 1982—Gary's affair with Abby deeply hurts Val. Karen investigates Sid's death and confronts a U.S. attorney. - S04E02
DanielOctober 7, 1982—On the eve of the reading of Jock's will, J.R. visits and creates mystery for everyone except Abby. - S04E03
EncountersOctober 14, 1982—Karen is certain she's found her husband's killer. Val's worst fears are confirmed during an interview. - S04E04
SvengaliOctober 21, 1982—Mike Douglas and Zsa Zsa Gabor make special appearances, as Val tapes an interview promoting her book. - S04E05
CatharsisOctober 28, 1982—Karen tries to lure her husband's killers into Knots Landing. Gary attempts to mend his relationship with Val. - S04E06
New Beginnings (a.k.a.) The InfatuationOctober 29, 1982—Gary goes to Dallas for the reading of Jock's will and is shocked by Abby and Val. Karen and Mack plan a trip. - S04E07
Investments (a.k.a.) Fool's GoldNovember 4, 1982—Gary makes a few investments that infuriate Abby. Karen fears her relationship with Mack is moving too fast. - S04E08
Man in the MiddleNovember 18, 1982—Chip has a secret affair with Ciji, even as he romances Diana. Gary and Abby deal with Richard's restaurant. - S04E09
The Best Kept SecretDecember 2, 1982—Diana finds Mack with another woman. Abby secretly convinces a prestigious record producer to listen to Ciji. - S04E10
EmergencyDecember 9, 1982—Diana is admitted to the hospital with a mysterious disease. Abby makes a deal with a record producer. - S04E11
Abby's ChoiceDecember 16, 1982—After Abby is asked to donate a kidney to Diana, she faces an agonizing moral decision. - S04E12
The Block Party (a.k.a.) For All That, and All ThatDecember 30, 1982—Mack hears shocking news from his father. Chip convinces Ciji to sign over 25 percent of her earnings to him. - S04E13
Cutting the Ties That BindJanuary 6, 1983—Gary and Abby prepare to drop Kenny as a partner. Ciji learns she's pregnant, and Val has an affair. - S04E14
And Teddy Makes Three (a.k.a.) DecisionsJanuary 13, 1983—Mack proposes marriage to Karen, who finds her love life complicated by an ex-boyfriend's arrival. - S04E15
To Have and To HoldJanuary 21, 1983—As Karen and Mack approach their wedding day, tensions mount. A tabloid publishes Val's stolen manuscript. - S04E16
A New FamilyJanuary 27, 1983—Mack begins life with his new family but must adjust. Gary loses his battle against alcoholism. - S04E17
The Morning AfterFebruary 3, 1983—Gary spends the night at Ciji's apartment after a drunken binge. Abby makes plans to take Gary's inheritance. - S04E18
CelebrationFebruary 10, 1983—A chain reaction of misunderstandings during the night of Ciji's album launch ends in a disastrous climax. - S04E19
Loss of InnocenceFebruary 17, 1983—Ciji's body is found on the beach, as Gary awakens from a binge. Laura tells Richard to move out of the house. - S04E20
The Fatal BlowFebruary 24, 1983—As his arraignment looms, Gary believes he may have killed Ciji while on a drunken binge. - S04E21
The Burden of ProofMarch 3, 1983—Val confesses to Ciji's murder and goes to jail. Abby fears Val's confession is a trick to win back Gary. - S04E22
Willing VictimsMarch 10, 1983—Laura believes Richard left because he's the real killer. Karen tells Diana that Chip was sleeping with Ciji.
Season05
- S05E01
The People vs. Gary EwingSeptember 29, 1983—Gary's trial for the murder of Ciji begins. Karen becomes upset upon discovering Diana left with Chip Roberts. - S05E02
FugitivesOctober 6, 1983—When Diana discovers Chip's identity, she questions their relationship. Val and Ben suffer a setback. - S05E03
Nowhere to RunOctober 13, 1983—Chip and Diana are traced to a deserted shack in Oklahoma. Gary hires Laura to work for his company. - S05E04
Marital PrivilegesOctober 20, 1983—Diana and Karen clash over Chip. Val renews her acquaintance with Ben. Abby meets State Senator Sumner. - S05E05
One Kind of JusticeOctober 27, 1983—When Chip won't confess, Lilimae adopts desperate measures. Mack is offered a job on a new crime commission. - S05E06
...And Never Brought to MindNovember 3, 1983—Abby leaves Gary after he spends the night with Val. Lilimae needs help in the wake of her attack on Chip. - S05E07
Sacred VowsNovember 10, 1983—Gary and Abby marry, and Val is stunned by the news. Mack begins his new job on the crime commission. - S05E08
A Change of HeartNovember 17, 1983—Diana tells the police about Chip's murder of Ciji. Karen sees a doctor for insomnia. Gary follows Cathy. - S05E09
Money TalksNovember 24, 1983—Abby and Sumner begin a passionate affair. Gary invites Cathy to live at the ranch. - S05E10
HomecomingDecember 1, 1983—Gary convinces Cathy to take a job at the ranch. After escaping from the hospital, Chip hides on the ranch. - S05E11
I'll Tell You No LiesDecember 8, 1983—Diana plans to leave the ranch with Chip, until a chance encounter with Cathy leads to tragedy for Chip. - S05E12
DenialsDecember 15, 1983—Mack discovers Sumner is having him followed. Karen becomes dependent on pills. Gary and Cathy get closer. - S05E13
WitnessDecember 22, 1983—Val discovers she's pregnant, but her joy proves short-lived upon discovering the father's identity. - S05E14
Secrets Cry AloudDecember 29, 1983—Mack has evidence against the Wolfbridge Group. Ben learns Gary is the father of Val's baby. - S05E15
Forsaking All OthersJanuary 5, 1984—Karen is committed to a hospital for detoxification. Sumner discredits Mack and asks for his resignation. - S05E16
Reconcilable DifferencesJanuary 12, 1984—Gary uncovers damaging information about Cathy's past. Karen reaches a critical point in her detox program. - S05E17
Second ChancesJanuary 19, 1984—Gary learns Cathy served time for murder. Karen and Diana reconcile. Mack continues his investigation. - S05E18
Lest the Truth be KnownFebruary 2, 1984—Laura leads Mack to Sumner and learns the identity of the man behind Apolune. Val makes a decision about Ben. - S05E19
So Shall You ReapFebruary 9, 1984—Laura tells Mack everything she knows about Abby's business deals. Abby discovers Laura and Sumner's affair. - S05E20
High IdealsFebruary 16, 1984—Gary freezes the company assets and locks the office. Val's doctor instructs her not to go to El Salvador. - S05E21
No Trumpets, No DrumsFebruary 23, 1984—Mack goes undercover to investigate the Wolfbridge Group. Abby is served with divorce papers. - S05E22
Silent MissionsMarch 1, 1984—Gary's life is in danger after he blocks the development of Lotus Point. Val gets bad news from El Salvador. - S05E23
Finishing TouchesMarch 8, 1984—Mack tries to get Abby to discuss the Wolfbridge Group, as the organization chases Gary. Ben is found wounded. - S05E24
Yesterday, It RainedMarch 22, 1984—Karen learns Mack is still investigating the Wolfbridge Group. Ben arrives home. Laura learns Gary is alive. - S05E25
NegotiationsMarch 29, 1984—Mack is the proposed target of an ambush. Val discovers Gary is alive and ends her engagement with Ben.
Season06
- S06E01
Buying TimeOctober 4, 1984—Karen has surgery to remove a bullet from her back. Sumner releases Mack's evidence to the District Attorney. - S06E02
Calculated RisksOctober 18, 1984—Karen must choose between a risky operation and total paralysis and death. Sumner and St. Claire meet. - S06E03
Hanging FireOctober 25, 1984—Abby corroborates Sumner's story about killing St. Claire, while Karen returns home from the hospital. - S06E04
A Little HelpNovember 1, 1984Lilimae tells Joshua she's his mother. Abby plots revenge versus Sumner. Karen tells Gary about her condition. - S06E05
Ipso FactoNovember 8, 1984—Sumner tries to repair his relationship with Caulfield. Ben has a new admirer at the station. - S06E06
Truth and ConsequencesNovember 15, 1984—Abby learns Val's children could be heirs to the Ewing fortune. Gary's tries to reunite the MacKenzies. - S06E07
Love to Take You HomeNovember 22, 1984—Mack is served with divorce papers. Joshua and Cathy consummate their relationship. - S06E08
Tomorrow Never KnowsNovember 29, 1984—After delivery, Val is told her babies are stillborn. Mack and Karen spend the weekend together. - S06E09
We Come TogetherDecember 6, 1984—Abby begins to understand the truth about Val's babies. Mack and Karen host Thanksgiving for their friends. - S06E10
Message in a BottleDecember 13, 1984—Mack believes Galveston is connected to the Tidal Basin murders. Abby confronts Ackerman about Val's babies. - S06E11
Distant LocationsDecember 20, 1984—After Galveston offers Gary a real estate partnership, Abby grows suspicious. Karen's condition worsens. - S06E12
Uncharted TerritoryDecember 27, 1984—Karen finally tells Mack about her paralysis. Galveston offers Mack help in solving the Tidal Basin murders. - S06E13
Weighing of EvilsJanuary 3, 1985—Galveston wants Sumner to take over his empire. The detective finds Val. Karen is admitted to the hospital. - S06E14
#14 With a BulletJanuary 10, 1985—Galveston discovers the plot involving Val's babies and tells Abby he will tell Gary everything. - S06E15
Inside InformationJanuary 17, 1985—Sumner finally reveals his connection with Galveston, who is now being implicated in the Tidal Basin murders. - S06E16
Out of the PastJanuary 24, 1985—Gary tries to help Val remember who she is. Abby is suspicious of Galveston. Mack readies warrants for murder. - S06E17
Lead Me to the AltarJanuary 31, 1985—Mack gets confessions in the Tidal Basin murders. Val prepares for her wedding. Galveston has plans for Abby. - S06E18
Fly Away HomeFebruary 7, 1985—Val's memories return, but she still thinks she's married to Gary. Ben discovers some odd cargo in transit. - S06E19
Rough EdgesFebruary 14, 1985—Galveston lies near death. Joshua and Cathy resume their romance. Val yells at Lilimae for abandoning her. - S06E20
The Emperor's ClothesFebruary 21, 1985—Ben discovers Galveston Industries was responsible for water contamination. Galveston lies near death. - S06E21
The DelugeFebruary 28, 1985—Galveston dies, as Sumner is urged to help run his father's business. - S06E22
A Piece of the PieMarch 7, 1985—Sumner calls a press conference to discuss Galveston. Mack and Ben investigate an address in Wespall. - S06E23
The Forest for the TreesMarch 22, 1985—Karen locates a nurse who was on duty the night Val's babies were born. Gary remains suspicious of Sumner. - S06E24
A Man of Good WillMarch 28, 1985—Abby learns the TV station is just a front. Gary discovers Galveston left Empire Valley to him in his will. - S06E25
For Better, For WorseApril 4, 1985—Cathy and Joshua get married. Gary receives an unusual proposition concerning Empire Valley. - S06E26
Four, No TrumpApril 11, 1985—Karen confronts Dr. Ackerman. Gary agrees to plans for Empire Valley. Abby seeks the truth about Val's babies. - S06E27
A Price to PayMay 2, 1985—Sumner wants Abby to talk Gary into pulling out of Empire Valley. Ben asks Val to marry him. - S06E28
One Day in a RowMay 9, 1985—Ruth offers Abby information about Val's babies. Cathy and Joshua clash over renting their own apartment. - S06E29
VulnerableMay 16, 1985—Abby helps Ruth try to convince Sumner and Laura to end their relationship. Mack and Karen find Dr. Ackerman. - S06E30
The Long and Winding RoadMay 23, 1985—Val learns the whereabouts of her babies.
Season07
- S07E01
The Longest DaySeptember 26, 1985—Harry drives one baby away and Sheila stays in the house with the other. Val cannot retrieve her children. - S07E02
Here in My ArmsOctober 3, 1985—Hospital records suggest Val's babies were born dead. Mack finds Nurse Wislon. Karen brings Val two surprises. - S07E03
While the Cat's AwayOctober 10, 1985—Val finally gets to enjoy her children, but now Ben worries she won't have any time for him. - S07E04
The ChristeningOctober 17, 1985—Val allows Harry and Sheila to say good-bye to the twins. Mack meets with the governor's assistant. - S07E05
A Little AssistanceOctober 24, 1985—Cathy has worrying bruises on her face. Sumner hires a male secretary, and Mack investigates adoption rings. - S07E06
A Question of TrustOctober 31, 1985—Elliott corroborates the phony geological survey to Gary. Cavanaugh's nurse agrees to testify against him. - S07E07
AwakeningsNovember 7, 1985—Gary realizes he may be the father of the twins. The survey company lies to Gary and admits it made a mistake. - S07E08
Pictures at a WeddingNovember 14, 1985—Val and Ben reveal their engagement. Karen hosts a wedding at Lotus Point. Val insists Joshua leave her home. - S07E09
Until Parted by DeathNovember 21, 1985—Val and Ben get married. Lilimae realizes Joshua is dangerous. Elliott is involved in a terrible accident. - S07E10
Rise and FallDecember 5, 1985—Joshua concocts a plan for Cathy and him to remain together...forever. - S07E11
To Sing His PraiseDecember 12, 1985—Gary discovers the survey plans are fake. Lilimae tries to make it appear Joshua was a good person. - S07E12
All's WellDecember 19, 1985—Cathy moves into Ben's vacant beach house, as Gary discovers the truth about Empire Valley to Abby's dismay. - S07E13
AftershocksDecember 26, 1985—Lilimae tries to interfere with Cathy's career. Linda tells police Joshua didn't commit suicide. - S07E14
Unbroken BondsJanuary 2, 1986—Gary tells Val he knows he's the father of the twins. Ken is indicted for Joshua's murder. Cathy feels guilt. - S07E15
Web of LiesJanuary 9, 1986—Gary and Jill go on a date. Cathy confesses the truth about Joshua's death. Laura and Sumner get closer. - S07E16
The ConfessionJanuary 16, 1986—Karen loses the planning commission job to Abby. Cathy and Lilimae talk to the police about Joshua's death. - S07E17
AlterationsJanuary 23, 1986—Olivia discovers Abby's secret knowledge about the twins and leaves home. Mack ponders Jill's proposition. - S07E18
Friendly EnemiesJanuary 30, 1986—Peter tells Sumner they are half-brothers. Val discovers Sonny is a reporter. - S07E19
A Key to a Woman's HeartFebruary 6, 1986—Karen can't forgive Mack. Olivia rejects Abby. Sumner makes a proposition to Peter. - S07E20
A Very Special GiftFebruary 13, 1986—Abby hires a private detective to investigate Jill. Gary gives the twins a very generous gift. - S07E21
Irrevocably YoursFebruary 20, 1986—Abby confronts Gary about his gift to the twins. Michael gets caught with something that belongs to Olivia. - S07E22
High School ConfidentialMarch 6, 1986—Michael refuses to tell Karen whose marijuana the police found in his car. Gary crashes his car. - S07E23
Distant RumblingsMarch 13, 1986—Olivia makes a confession. Jill reveals her past to Mack. Sumner makes an offer to Sylvia. - S07E24
Phoenix RisingMarch 27, 1986—Abby's secret about the twins is revealed. Sylvia confesses to Abby. Eric grows ill, and Gary surprises Abby. - S07E25
The LegacyApril 3, 1986—Gary sees Jill and Peter together at her hotel. Eric's condition improves. Abby makes an offer to Sumner. - S07E26
Arsenic and Old WasteApril 10, 1986—The secret about Empire Valley is exposed. Ben and Cathy share a romantic tryst. - S07E27
A Change of HeartApril 17, 1986—Laura and Sumner get married, making her a corporate partner. Abby, Gary and Karen try to fix Empire Valley. - S07E28
His Brother's KeeperMay 1, 1986—Sumner makes an offer to a senator he can't refuse. A death at Lotus Point is attributed to arsenic poisoning. - S07E29
Thicker Than WaterMay 8, 1986—Karen closes Lotus Point. Ben agrees to go on tour as Cathy's manager. Gary agrees to sell Empire Valley. - S07E30
The Longest NightMay 15, 1986—The police search for Karen. Paige makes an announcement. Gary comforts Val.
Season08
- S08E01
Just Disappeared (1)September 18, 1986—A kidnapper imprisons Karen. Ben returns to Val, and Sumner confesses to Peter his real plans for Lotus Point. - S08E02
Distant Echoes (2)September 18, 1986—Gary confronts Sumner about the clean-up at Lotus Point and decides to vie for state senator against Peter. - S08E03
ReunionSeptember 25, 1986—Phil tells Karen that he wants Mac to feel what it's like not to know where his wife is. Greg decides to really clean up Empire Valley. - S08E04
Past TenseOctober 2, 1986—After hosting Phil at the ranch, Sumner realizes Phil's involvement with Karen's kidnapping. - S08E05
Slow BurnOctober 9, 1986—The kidnapper tries to kill Karen, but someone intervenes. Gary's affair with Jill is exposed. - S08E06
For Appearance's SakeOctober 16, 1986—Abby and kids move back to the ranch to help out Gary's family image. Gary catches Abby in bed with Peter, but doesn't care. - S08E07
All Over But the ShoutingOctober 23, 1986—Mac thinks Greg has something to do with Karen's kidnapping. Greg puts Phil in a motel until he can arrange to send him to Hong Kong. - S08E08
Pressure PointsOctober 30, 1986—Lotus Point reopens. Phil has an accident. Peter takes an interest in Sylvia's medication. - S08E09
Brothers and Mothers (a.k.a.) Brotherly Love and Family BusinessNovember 6, 1986—Paige and Michael keep a secret, while Mack plots to have his daughter move in with his family. - S08E10
Over the EdgeNovember 13, 1986—Gary and Olivia strike a deal. Sumner meets a dangerous person. Abby keeps an important secret from Peter. - S08E11
A Turn of EventsNovember 20, 1986—Abby suggests Sylvia have an attorney draw up a letter with the truth about Peter, to be released to the public if anything happens to her. - S08E12
Touch and GoNovember 27, 1986—Mack and Karen confront Paige and Michael. Sylvia threatens Peter, as an eyewitness implicates him. - S08E13
The Inside ManDecember 4, 1986—Sumner makes Ben a lucrative offer. Paige takes an interest in Peter, while Karen suspects Paige is a liar. - S08E14
GiftsDecember 11, 1986—Paige dates Peter. Olivia has a crash while on cocaine with Lilimae in the car. - S08E15
Truth Will OutDecember 18, 1986—Olivia gets caught with cocaine. Karen catches Paige in another lie. Gary discovers Jill's big secret. - S08E16
The UnravelingJanuary 1, 1987—Abby encounters a situation she can't manipulate - Olivia's cocaine problem. Paige sees her grandfather. - S08E17
No Miracle WorkerJanuary 8, 1987—Abby nears the breaking point in her efforts to prevent Olivia from using drugs; Mack departs for the East Coast to meet Anne. - S08E18
My True LoveJanuary 15, 1987—Mack reunites with Anne and brings her back. Gary and Abby discuss the divorce, and Sumner suspects Ben. - S08E19
Never Trick a TricksterJanuary 29, 1987—Sumner discovers a listening device in his home. Paige and Anne reunite, while Ben gets a bad assignment. - S08E20
A Plan of ActionFebruary 5, 1987—Paige starts a new job at Lotus Point. Ben tells Val their family is in great danger. - S08E21
Survival of the FittestFebruary 12, 1987—Jean proves to Ben there is no escape. Sumner and Ben meet at Ben's office. A mysterious gunshot is heard. - S08E22
In MourningFebruary 19, 1987—Rumors of Sumner's death circulate, while Laura gets a pleasant surprise. - S08E23
NightmareMarch 5, 1987—Val fears Ben is dead and steals Gary's gun to kill Jean. - S08E24
Neighborly ConductMarch 12, 1987—Val reassures Jill about Gary. Ben worries Jean will return. Anne arranges a private evening with Mack. - S08E25
Deadly CombinationMarch 26, 1987—Anne tries to seduce Mack while Karen works late. When Mack rebuffs her, Anne takes drastic measures. - S08E26
Our SecretApril 2, 1987—A terrible accident befalls Sylvia. Peter gives Olivia a locket. Paige knows Anne staged her drug overdose. - S08E27
BreakupApril 9, 1987—Abby warns Peter to stay away from Olivia, who discovers Paige with Peter and mails the letter to Gary. - S08E28
Parental GuidanceApril 30, 1987Abby retaliates after Paige and Peter hurt Olivia, who mails Sylvia's letter. Laura gives birth. - S08E29
Do Not Fold, Spindle, or MutilateMay 7, 1987—Abby and Paige argue. Olivia learns about Abby's relationship with Peter, who befalls an unfortunate fate. - S08E30
Cement the RelationshipMay 14, 1987—Abby buries Peter's body, but did she kill him or was it someone else? Ben fails to call Val.
Season09
- S09E01
Missing PersonsSeptember 24, 1987—Val doesn't receive a phone call from Ben and worries he's gone. A large crack develops in the playground. - S09E02
The Trouble with PeterOctober 1, 1987—Peter's body is found, and the police investigate. - S09E03
Under PressureOctober 8, 1987—The evidence points to Olivia, but someone else confesses. - S09E04
Half-TruthsOctober 15, 1987—Gary finally realizes Abby didn't kill Peter, and Mack deduces who did. - S09E05
There are SmilesOctober 22, 1987—Paige admits she accidentally killed Peter. - S09E06
The Gift of LifeOctober 29, 1987—Laura harbors a sad secret. - S09E07
Say UncleNovember 5, 1987—Sumner can't find a suitable nanny for Meg. Gary shows up uninvited to the twins' birthday party. - S09E08
Love InNovember 12, 1987—Val and Gary share an evening with the twins. Lilimae dances with Al, and Abby reunites with her past love. - S09E09
Flight of the SunbirdsNovember 19, 1987—Karen's hosts a reception for Eric and his bride. Val and Gary get romantic. Sumner receives sad news. - S09E10
Noises Everywhere (1)December 3, 1987—Sumner's friends gather at his ranch. Richard Avery arrives with Jason. Mack wants to raise little Meg. - S09E11
Noises Everywhere (2)December 10, 1987—After Laura's funeral, everyone returns to Sumner's ranch. Laura leaves messages for her friends and family. - S09E12
Weak MomentDecember 17, 1987—Gary ends his relationship with Jill. Charles and Abby rekindle their passion, and Sumner drops off a package. - S09E13
Only 'Til FridayJanuary 7, 1988—Paige discovers Sumner isn't in New York. Abby spends her time with Charles. Karen welcomes new neighbors. - S09E14
Ties That BindJanuary 14, 1988—An emergency arises with Meg. Charles' wife confronts Abby, and Paige gets a surprise. - S09E15
Another Modest ProposalJanuary 21, 1988—Sumner's behavior disturbs Mack and Karen. Charles gives Abby a party, but his wife ruins the festivities. - S09E16
If Not Now, When?January 28, 1988—Karen and Mack discover their neighbors are secretive. Charles shows Abby his divorce papers. - S09E17
In Too Deep (a.k.a.) Courtland TuborFebruary 4, 1988—Johnny becomes a member of the organization. Karen is asked to testify at a custody hearing for Val's twins. - S09E18
The Blushing BrideFebruary 11, 1988—Abby discovers the man she loves is lying. Paige has an interest in Sumner. Mack and Karen spy on neighbors. - S09E19
Lawfully WeddedFebruary 18, 1988—Abby marries Charles and surprises him. Pat refuses to move. Val wants to keep Gary away from their twins. - S09E20
Bouncing BabiesFebruary 25, 1988—Sumner makes a decision about Meg, while Val gives Gary some good news. - S09E21
A Fair RaceMarch 3, 1988—Jill hates Gary's involvement with the twins - and Val. Olivia meets a new beau. Sumner makes Paige an offer. - S09E22
Full DisclosureMarch 10, 1988—Mack and Frank get into a nasty confrontation. Olivia becomes romantically involved with Harold. - S09E23
Her LetterMarch 24, 1988—Val receives Ben's letter. Paige flirts with Sumner. Olivia and Abby argue about Olivia's time with Harold. - S09E24
Mother Knows BestMarch 31, 1988—Olivia and Harold's plans to elope go awry. In Mexico, Paige and Johnny get involved in an archeological dig. - S09E25
With a Heavy HeartApril 7, 1988—Gary sees something strange. Mack doesn't trust Manny. Harold leaves town, and Olivia tries to break free. - S09E26
Just DessertsApril 14, 1988—Olivia tries to kill herself. Frank spies on Manny. Paige buries an expensive artifact at the dig site. - S09E27
DiscoveryApril 28, 1988—Jill tries to confuse Val. Paige continues her risky quest in Mexico. Manny smuggles drugs via Lotus Point. - S09E28
The Perfect AlibiMay 5, 1988—Paige, Johnny and Michael are in grave danger in Mexico. Jill continues her devious plot against Val. - S09E29
The Perfect CrimeMay 12, 1988—Jill exacts her revenge on Val. Paige and Michael seem doomed.
Season10
- S10E01
SuicidalOctober 27, 1988—Mack travels to Mexico in a desperate effort to save Paige, Michael, and Johnny from paid killers. - S10E02
BorderlineNovember 3, 1988—When Val claims Jill tried to kill her with a drug overdose, no one believes her. Sumner re-enters politics. - S10E03
DesertedNovember 10, 1988—Paige, Michael and Johnny are trapped in a van on their way out of Mexico. Val returns to an empty house. - S10E04
The Pick-Up GameNovember 24, 1988—Val is too scared to leave the house. Abby, Karen, and Gary are implicated in an exposé about drug activity. - S10E05
Sex and ViolenceDecember 1, 1988—Val hires a private investigator to prove her case. Pat and Frank seek Mack's help, and Paige seduces Sumner. - S10E06
A Weekend GetawayDecember 8, 1988—Val, Karen, and Gary investigate Jill's alibi. The Williamses take refuge at Gary's ranch. - S10E07
The Briar PatchDecember 15, 1988—Jill confesses to Gary that she slept with another man the same night Val overdosed. Abby hides information. - S10E08
A Fine RomanceDecember 29, 1988—Sumner considers running for mayor and hires Ted Melcher to handle his return to politics. Val confronts Jill. - S10E09
A Many Splendored ThingJanuary 5, 1989—Sumner shocks Abby with a proposal, as Olivia announces she will marry Harold. Paige receives unexpected news. - S10E10
Cabin FeverJanuary 12, 1989—Jill reluctantly prepares to move out of Gary's home. Abby works to make Sumner's wedding a media event. - S10E11
Merger Made in HeavenJanuary 19, 1989—As Sumner and Abby's wedding approaches, his former lover Paige tries everything to win him back. - S10E12
Mrs. Peacock in the Library with the Lead PipeJanuary 26, 1989—Jill's alibi begins to come apart when her San Francisco "lover" makes an embarrassing accusation. - S10E13
Colonel Mustard in the Conservatory with the WrenchFebruary 2, 1989—As the evidence mounts, Gary believes Jill tried to murder Val. Michael becomes infatuated with a classmate. - S10E14
Without a ClueFebruary 9, 1989—Jill wants to take a lie-detector test to prove her innocence. Ted warns Sumner of his political weaknesses. - S10E15
The Spin DoctorFebruary 16, 1989—When Sumner moves to regain custody, Karen and Mack fight back. Jill's plot to win back Gary endangers Julie. - S10E16
Poor JillFebruary 23, 1989—Val and Gary worry Jill might hurt someone else. Karen and Mack agree to meet with Sumner and Abby. - S10E17
Double JeopardyMarch 2, 1989—Gary is arrested for the murder of Jill. Karen and Mack rejoice at Sumner's decision regarding custody of Meg. - S10E18
A Grave MisunderstandingMarch 9, 1989—Jill's funeral is held, as Mack's investigations reveal Val and Frank could be suspects in her murder. - S10E19
Guilty Until Proven InnocentMarch 16, 1989—As Gary faces a hearing for Jill's murder, Mack works to prove his innocence. Paige approaches Sumner. - S10E20
Birds Do It, Bees Do ItMarch 23, 1989—Abby joins a conservation group working to stop an offshore drilling plan - by a company she secretly owns. - S10E21
Giganticus II: The RevengeMarch 30, 1989—Abby's secret ownership of Murakame is endangered when Sumner requests to meet the company's chief executive. - S10E22
Dial M for ModemApril 6, 1989—As Karen and Paula compile evidence against her company, Abby concocts a plan to protect her drilling scheme. - S10E23
That's What Friends Are ForApril 13, 1989—Abby's intricate scheme to protect her secret ownership of Murakame Corporation begins to unravel. - S10E24
The Perfect OpportunityApril 27, 1989—Paige's investigation implicates Ted Melcher in the murder of Murakame Corporation's president. - S10E25
Straight Down the LineMay 4, 1989—Mack, Karen, Paula and Gary ask Abby to join their lawsuit against Murakame Corporation. - S10E26
The Heat of PassionMay 11, 1989—Fear and resentment dominate Abby's cynical love affair with Ted, as she suspects he's capable of murder. - S10E27
Down Came the Rain and Washed the Spider Out (1)May 18, 1989—Abby's friends, lovers and enemies are stunned by an announcement that could remove her from the community. - S10E28
Down Came the Rain and Washed the Spider Out (2)May 18, 1989—Paula and Mack bunk together during a storm and begin to heat things up. Paige isn't sure who she can trust her well being to: Greg or Ted?
Season11
- S11E01
Up the Spout AgainSeptember 28, 1989—Paige traces Hawkins' key to a box in Spring Lake and travels with Melcher, who thinks he has the key. - S11E02
Poetic JusticeOctober 5, 1989—Gary thinks he may have overheard a murder, but he reaches a dead end when he looks for the victim; Paige plays cat-and-mouse with rivals Su - S11E03
Prince CharmingOctober 12, 1989—Paige is sickened by the surprise she receives upon returning to Knots Landing; Karen realizes that rumors about Mack's behavior may be true - S11E04
Close CallOctober 19, 1989—Paige considers Sumner's offer, intending to wrap him around her little finger; Val considers Danny's offer, troubled by his effect on the t - S11E05
Best InterestsOctober 26, 1989—In her new executive position, Paige gives her boss a run for his money; Gary bursts Val's bubble when he ends up in a confrontation with Da - S11E06
When Push Comes to ShoveNovember 2, 1989—Mack and Frank are caught up in a murder investigation that leads too close to home; Karen goes up against Sumner in a TV debate on the envi - S11E07
Mixed MessagesNovember 9, 1989—Sumner takes a liking to Paula; Paige puts Sumner on the back burner; Mack unnerves an Oakman executive while preparing his defense of Virgi - S11E08
The Good GuysNovember 16, 1989—Mack runs into puzzling road blocks as he tries to clear a client; Karen proves a natural as host of a TV interview program; Michael gets ca - S11E09
Perfect CouplesNovember 30, 1989—With their divorce now final, Amanda feels released, but Danny feels rage; Baylor warns Mack to quit pursuing the pension-fund murder case; - S11E10
Never Judge a Book By Its CoverDecember 7, 1989—Paige resents Mack and Karen's interference in her topsy-turvy personal life; lusting after his brother's wife takes a toll on Michael; Kare - S11E11
Twice VictimDecember 14, 1989—Val refuses to believe Gary's story that Danny raped Amanda; and Amanda feels victimized again after she goes to the police. - S11E12
What a Swell Party This IsDecember 21, 1989—Michael blames himself for the marital problems between Linda and Eric, which intensify during a party for Michael; Paige feigns illness to - S11E13
Oh, BrotherJanuary 4, 1990—Linda's announcement has a profound impact on the Mackenzie family and raises a barrier between Eric and Michael; Mack and Frank follow a le - S11E14
Road TripJanuary 11, 1990—Mack and Tom try to track down a former Oakman employee, but Tom has another mission to accomplish; Olivia buys some stock on a tip, while H - S11E15
My First BornJanuary 18, 1990—Sumner's embittered daughter Mary Frances pays a surprise visit; Mack learns who controls the Oakman Industries' pension fund; and Harold ge - S11E16
Out of ControlJanuary 25, 1990—Tom is summoned to Sumner Group headquarters to investigate a tragedy; Jane Sumner is summoned again to Knots Landing; Mack considers giving - S11E17
My BulletFebruary 1, 1990—Sumner grieves over Mary Frances by taking solace in a bottle---but the mystery of her death only becomes more complicated; Harold acts dras - S11E18
The Ripple EffectFebruary 8, 1990—Sumner is left more than baffled by findings that may be connected to his daughter's homicide; Harold leans on Tom for a loan; Karen picks u - S11E19
The Grim ReaperFebruary 15, 1990—Someone is waging war on the Sumner Group, but Mack's chief concern is Paige's safety; Danny means to end Gary's interference; Eric returns - S11E20
Wrong For Each OtherFebruary 22, 1990—Sumner fights for his life in a hospital bed; Paige gets an unwelcome visit from her mother; Danny reacts violently in an argument over the - S11E21
Good News, Bad NewsMarch 1, 1990—Sumner gets a second chance, thanks to Mack; Danny's secret past comes to haunt Val; Karen and her producer nearly come to blows over promot - S11E22
Devil on My ShoulderMarch 8, 1990—Val takes action to protect herself and the twins from Danny; a medical emergency has Patricia yearning to return to hospital work; Anne sch - S11E23
Home Sweet HomeMarch 15, 1990—Danny's threatening presence at the house drives Val to seek safety at Gary's; Karen dismisses as harmless an adoring fan's visit to the TV - S11E24
Only Just BegunMarch 29, 1990—Tom's heartfelt proposal gives Paige food for thought; Paula's announcement leaves Sumner nonplussed; Danny's confession confuses the twins; - S11E25
The One to BlameApril 5, 1990—Tragedy reunites Frank and Pat; the TV station beefs up security for Karen, while Dianne schemes to exploit the celebrity-stalker situation; - S11E26
My Love AlwaysApril 26, 1990—Karen receives disturbing fan letters; Paige thinks Sumner's accusations against Tom are mere jealousy; Linda makes a surprising discovery. - S11E27
If I Die Before I WakeMay 3, 1990—Following the stalking fan's break-in at the Mackenzies', Karen suffers from recurring nightmares; Tom takes the hot seat in an internal-aff - S11E28
The Fan ClubMay 10, 1990—The fervent fan who frightened Karen with his love letters is finally exposed; Frank maintains a vigil at the hospital, waiting for a miracl - S11E29
Let's Get MarriedMay 17, 1990—Frank and Julie suffer an emotional upheaval, as threats continue to plague Karen; Paige prepares to walk down the aisle with Tom; Anne prep
Season12
- S12E01
Return EngagementSeptember 13, 1990—Sumner is haunted by faces from his past; Paige is in a black mood over Tom's disappearing act; Val is in a quandary over Danny's harassment - S12E02
Blind SideSeptember 20, 1990—Gary and Val contemplate a major move, while Danny plots revenge; an unexpected visitor interrupts Sumner's vacation plans; Frank watches as - S12E03
God WillSeptember 27, 1990—Danny plots revenge against Gary; and Mack is asked to plead Tom's case to Paige. Meanwhile, Anne loses her financial footing; and troubles - S12E04
Dead But Not BuriedOctober 18, 1990—Karen's nightmare at the station isn't over; Val's torment on the home front may be coming to an end; and Anne's financial troubles may just - S12E05
What If?October 25, 1990—The police search for a murder suspect; a blackmail threat puts Anne in touch with someone from her past; Paige plays hooky to look for anot - S12E06
You Can Call Me NickNovember 1, 1990—A houseguest makes Anne's life miserable; personal indecision plagues Paige; a cop hounds Frank about Danny's death; family matters seep int - S12E07
Do not Attempt to RemoveNovember 8, 1990—Nick and Anne respond to blackmail threats; Paige gets into a squabble at home and seeks to change her image at work; pain gets the best of - S12E08
The Best Laid PlansNovember 15, 1990—Anne and Nick get cozy; Sgt. Levine questions Julie about Danny's death; Val and Gary bicker over their rehearsal dinner; Paige feels confus - S12E09
Side by SideNovember 29, 1990—The briefcase turns up; Greg and Paige make headlines after she visits him in the hospital; Karen wants to know Linda better; Val's prenupti - S12E10
The Lady or the TigerDecember 6, 1990—Anne and Nick fret over the briefcase fiasco; a Sumner Group bigwig is impressed by Linda; Frank lays down the law to a truant Julie. - S12E11
Asked to RiseDecember 13, 1990—Wedding bells chime for a new bride; Claudia stops at nothing to win control of Sumner's fortune; Mack wants to learn more about Jason; and - S12E12
A Merry Little ChristmasDecember 20, 1990—Paige and Greg may finally be singing the same song; Claudia intends to tarnish the holidays for Anne; Gary takes care of the twins in Val's - S12E13
The UnknownJanuary 3, 1991—Sumner springs some news on Paige; Mack feels helpless when Jason is returned to his brutal father; Paige proceeds with her wedding plans; G - S12E14
SimmerJanuary 10, 1991—Mack takes steps to gain Jason's trust, while Jason tries to make peace with his father; Claudia hides her glee upon hearing Sumner's news; - S12E15
A Sense of UrgencyJanuary 31, 1991—Mack's family history prompts his concern for finding and protecting Jason; Paige gets wise to Linda's aspirations; Kate catches the eye of - S12E16
Always on Your SideFebruary 7, 1991—The Mackenzies rearrange their lives for Jason; Gary gets news from Val's doctor; Frank and Charlotte have their first nondate; Linda's ploy - S12E17
In the Dog HouseFebruary 14, 1991—Mac determines to get Jason's custody order rescinded or face a jail term for kidnapping; Steve reveals his intentions; Val taunts Gary with - S12E18
Call Me DimitriFebruary 21, 1991—A friend's return puts Anne in an awkward position; Jason can't seem to escape violence; Claudia's past catches up with her; Gary tries to m - S12E19
Bad DogFebruary 28, 1991—An antique doll could mean life or death for Anne and Nick; Linda's carelessness could mean the end of her relationship with Michael; Steve - S12E20
Gone MicrofichingMarch 7, 1991—Jason moves in with his new foster family; Anne and Nick scheme to double their investment; Linda plays cat and mouse to impress Sumner; Fra - S12E21
Upwardly MobileMarch 28, 1991—Mack faces disbarment after helping Jason; Anne and Nick discover that money doesn't buy happiness; Steve lands a job at the Sumner group--- - S12E22
An American HeroApril 4, 1991—Greg offers Claudia a job in hopes of keeping her in town, while Steve finds out who orchestrated his family's business failure. - S12E23
Where There's a Will, There's a WayApril 11, 1991—Claudia settles into her new job, promptly appointing a new board member; Frank gets a job offer; Paige has had about all she can take of he - S12E24
The Last One OutApril 25, 1991—A rehearsal dinner for Val and Gary seems jinxed when some of the guests are stranded in an office-building fire; Linda spouts off to Karen; - S12E25
A Horse is a HorseMay 2, 1991—Linda takes Sumner up on his invitation; Paige's spirits soar at the sight of handsome architect Brian Johnston; Claudia takes steps to get - S12E26
Play, Pause, Search (1)May 16, 1991—Paige is captured on videotape by Brian, and Linda means to see that she pays for her dalliance. - S12E27
Dead Skunk (2)May 16, 1991—Jason and Julie are threatened by gang members; Anne's cries for help fall on deaf ears.
Season13
- S13E01
The Gun Also RisesSeptember 12, 1991—Kate tries to convince the police her mother, Claudia, trapped her own son and accidentally caused his death. - S13E02
The Question GameSeptember 19, 1991—Linda learns Brian killed a private investigator hired by his wife. Paige's romance blossoms. - S13E03
Eye of the BeholderSeptember 26, 1991—When Brian learns Linda's revealed his wherabouts to his ex-wife, he reacts viciously. - S13E04
I, ClaudiaOctober 3, 1991—A suspicious Sumner investigates Claudia's convenient fainting spell and discovers it's a real problem. - S13E05
Home Again, Home AgainOctober 31, 1991—After realizing Linda's murder is a low priority for the police, Greg sets out to find Brian. - S13E06
Business With PleasureNovember 7, 1991—Paige outwits Sumner to help her boyfriend's company, while Kate and Joseph begin a romance. - S13E07
1,001 Nights of Anne MathesonNovember 14, 1991—Benny loves Anne, who doesn't reciprocate. Joseph and Kate are in love. Pierce's ex-girlfriend makes trouble. - S13E08
House of CardsNovember 21, 1991—Brian keeps his gun pointed at the members of the MacKenzie family, as he awaits a call from Sumner. - S13E09
Victoria's SecretDecember 5, 1991—Victoria and Sumner plot to ruin the energy project. Victoria knows a dark secret about Pierce's past. - S13E10
Lost at SeaDecember 12, 1991—Mack worries Sumner will take his daughter back. Benny fakes a fall at Anne's workplace to make money. - S13E11
Holiday on IceDecember 19, 1991—Gary's bank loan is in question thanks to Pierce's boat accident. Jason isn't sure about leaving for Sweden. - S13E12
And the Walls Came Tumbling DownJanuary 2, 1992—Greg Sumner and Claudia plan to find a new job for Joseph. Alex Barth makes trouble for Claudia. - S13E13
The Torrents of WinterJanuary 9, 1992—Paige discovers Pierce's late girlfriend was pregnant. Gary shuts down the Tidal Energy Project. - S13E14
Fair WarningJanuary 16, 1992—Karen is asked to do a TV feature on the Ewings but instead leaves the show. The ranch is auctioned. - S13E15
Letting GoJanuary 23, 1992—Gary accepts a job managing the ranch. Sumner brings Olympic champion Mary Lou Retton to Meg's competition. - S13E16
Baths and ShowersJanuary 30, 1992—Pierce is beaten and told to avoid Paige. Val is asked to write Greg Sumner's biography, as Sumner hires Alex. - S13E17
DenialsFebruary 6, 1992—Val gets Sumner's cooperation for her book about him. Pierce buys a rifle and makes a death threat to Sumner. - S13E18
Dedicated to the One I LoveFebruary 27, 1992—After Paige is shot by Pierce, the MacKenzies, Anne, and Sumner rally to her side. Will she recover? - S13E19
Trials and TribulationsMarch 5, 1992—Paige's chances for a full recovery become more optimistic, while Sumner tries to tell Paige he loves her. - S13E20
Sea of LoveMarch 12, 1992—Pierce hides Paige on a boat, while Karen becomes resentful about Mack and Anne's relationship. - S13E21
Do You Love Me?April 2, 1992—After Mack and Sumner fall overboard fighting with Pierce, Paige saves them both, while Pierce remains at sea. - S13E22
Little Girl LostApril 9, 1992—Mary follows Meg, while Val learns Mary was in prison. After Sumner and Paige make love, he ignores her.
Season14
- S14E01
Found and LostOctober 29, 1992—Paige attends Pierce's arraignment to ensure he isn't freed on bail. Anne tells Sumner she's pregnant. - S14E02
Lovers and Other StrangersNovember 5, 1992—Sumner proposes to Anne. Mary asks for a court hearing to get visitation rights with Meg. - S14E03
The Children's HourNovember 12, 1992—Mack must console Paige about the Sumner marriage and tell Meg she's adopted. Gary returns from Florida. - S14E04
Rescue MeNovember 19, 1992—In court, Mary Robeson wins supervised visitation rights of Meg. Nick Schillace seduces Claudia. - S14E05
Love and DeathDecember 3, 1992—Gary tells the twins Valene was killed in a car accident. After her funeral, Sumner and Anne get married. - S14E06
The PriceDecember 10, 1992—Paige regrets spending the night with Bill. Nick continues seducing Claudia. Vanessa and Nick share a secret. - S14E07
Bye-Bye, LoveDecember 17, 1992—Mack plans to end the Robesons' threats by borrowing one million dollars from The Sumner Group. - S14E08
A Death in the FamilyJanuary 7, 1993—Mack learns the recording he made of his transactions with Mary is unusable. Vanessa tries to blackmail Anne. - S14E09
Some Like it HotJanuary 14, 1993—Karen and Paige discover Mack gave Mary five hundred thousand dollars. Tom Ryan investigates the murder. - S14E10
The Invisible ManJanuary 21, 1993—Mack dismisses his lawyer and refuses to see Karen. Paige learns Claudia embezzled from The Sumner Group. - S14E11
The GetawayJanuary 28, 1993—When Mack is released on bail, he recruits investigators to help him. Claudia must replace the missing money. - S14E12
Call WaitingFebruary 4, 1993—Karen learns Mack left town with Gary in search of clues. Paige charms Tom Ryan, and they arrest Joe Robeson. - S14E13
Farewell, My LovelyFebruary 11, 1993—Mack and Gary return from Florida with news about who killed Val and Mary. Mack and Karen argue. - S14E14
The Way Things WereFebruary 11, 1993—Sumner schemes to retake control of The Sumner Group. Nick warns Claudia about leaving The Sumner Group. - S14E15
Hints and EvasionsFebruary 25, 1993—While Tom investigates Kate's accident, Claudia takes care of Kate. Nick persuades Claudia not to leave. - S14E16
My Kingdom for a HorseMarch 4, 1993—Vanessa tells Nick she thinks Tom is working for Treadwell. Vanessa seduces Tom. Anne kidnaps Sumner's horse. - S14E17
Day of the AssassinMarch 11, 1993—Treadwell returns and seems eager to have Sumner shot, Nick beaten, and a bomb placed on The Sumner Group jet. - S14E18
Just Like Old Times (1)May 13, 1993—Valene is alive and back in Knots Landing! Sumner and Tom search for Treadwell. Nick asks Abby for help. - S14E19
Just Like Old Times (2)May 13, 1993—Abby tells Sumner she wants The Sumner Group. Vanessa shoots Treadwell. The MacKenzies and Ewings reconcile.
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