Season 1

Dec 27, 1979
13 Episodes
TMDB
93%

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

Episodes

1

Pilot

Dec 27, 1979
70%

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

2

Community Spirit

Jan 3, 1980
100%

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

3

Let Me Count the Ways

Jan 10, 1980
100%

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

4

The Lie

Jan 17, 1980
100%

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

5

Will the Circle Be Unbroken

Jan 25, 1980
90%

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

6

Home is For Healing

Jan 31, 1980
60%

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

7

Land of the Free

Feb 7, 1980
100%

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

8

Civil Wives

Feb 14, 1980
100%

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

9

Constant Companion

Feb 21, 1980
100%

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

10

Small Surprises

Mar 6, 1980
100%

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

11

Courageous Convictions

Mar 13, 1980
90%

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

12

Bottom of the Bottle (1)

Mar 20, 1980
100%

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

13

Bottom of the Bottle (2)

Mar 27, 1980
100%

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