Overview
The domestic adventures, misdeeds and everyday interactions of five families living on a cul-de-sac in a small California community.
Episodes
S01E01 Pilot
December 27, 1979 4.0
Gary and Valene move into their new home with the help of his brother, Bobby Ewing.
S01E02 Community Spirit
January 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 Ways
January 10, 1980
When Karen's daughter's controversial high school teacher is about to be fired, she comes to his defense.
S01E04 The Lie
January 17, 1980
Laura feigns rape to cover up an afternoon rendezvous with Richard.
S01E05 Will the Circle Be Unbroken
January 25, 1980 8.0
When Val's mother arrives for a visit, Val must confront unpleasant memories of her childhood.
S01E06 Home is For Healing
January 31, 1980 2.0
Lucy comes to live with her parents for the first time, but the reunion is anything but happy.
S01E07 Land of the Free
February 7, 1980
When a motorcycle gang terrorizes the residents of Knots Landing, Sid's daughter is abducted.
S01E08 Civil Wives
February 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 Companion
February 21, 1980
Ginger is frightened by anonymous gifts that bring back dark memories of an aborted pregnancy.
S01E10 Small Surprises
March 6, 1980
Karen learns she is pregnant but has mixed feelings about the news. Eric dates Ginger's 14-year-old sister.
S01E11 Courageous Convictions
March 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.