Knots Landing - Season 1

First aired: 12/27/1979 13 episodes

In a seaside suburban paradise, four married couples struggle with the conflicts and passions that buffet every marriage.

Episodes

Aired: 12/27/1979

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

Aired: 1/3/1980

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

Aired: 1/10/1980

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

Aired: 1/17/1980

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

Aired: 1/25/1980

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

Aired: 1/31/1980

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

Aired: 2/7/1980

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

Aired: 2/14/1980

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

Aired: 2/21/1980

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

Aired: 3/6/1980

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

Aired: 3/13/1980

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

Aired: 3/20/1980

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

Aired: 3/27/1980

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