Knots Landing (1979)

Name: Knots Landing
Rating: 6.9

Rating: 6.9

Synopsis

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

First Air Date: 1979-12-27

Last Air Date: 1993-05-13

Number of Seasons: 14

Number of Episodes: 344

Created By: Michael Filerman, David Jacobs

Networks: CBS

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Top Cast

Michele Lee as Karen MacKenzie
Ted Shackelford as Gary Ewing
Joan Van Ark as Valene Ewing
Kevin Dobson as M. Patrick MacKenzie
William Devane as Greg Sumner
Donna Mills as Abby Cunningham Ewing Sumner
Pat Petersen as Michael Fairgate
Constance McCashin as Laura Avery Sumner
Nicollette Sheridan as Paige Matheson
Julie Harris as Lilimae Clements

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

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Pilot (1979-12-27)

Gary and Valene move into their new home with the help of his brother, Bobby Ewing.
Ep. 2: Community Spirit (1980-01-03)

When Ewing Oil announces plans to drill offshore, Gary opposes his brother J.R. to save Knots Landing beach.
Ep. 3: Let Me Count the Ways (1980-01-10)

When Karen's daughter's controversial high school teacher is about to be fired, she comes to his defense.
Ep. 4: The Lie (1980-01-17)

Laura feigns rape to cover up an afternoon rendezvous with Richard.
Ep. 5: Will the Circle Be Unbroken (1980-01-25)

When Val's mother arrives for a visit, Val must confront unpleasant memories of her childhood.
Ep. 6: Home is For Healing (1980-01-31)

Lucy comes to live with her parents for the first time, but the reunion is anything but happy.
Ep. 7: Land of the Free (1980-02-07)

When a motorcycle gang terrorizes the residents of Knots Landing, Sid's daughter is abducted.
Ep. 8: Civil Wives (1980-02-14)

Karen regrets her invitation to Sid's ex-wife when she flirts with Sid. Eric has an interest in Ginger Ward.
Ep. 9: Constant Companion (1980-02-21)

Ginger is frightened by anonymous gifts that bring back dark memories of an aborted pregnancy.
Ep. 10: Small Surprises (1980-03-06)

Karen learns she is pregnant but has mixed feelings about the news. Eric dates Ginger's 14-year-old sister.
Ep. 11: Courageous Convictions (1980-03-13)

Richard is in financial trouble and tries to loan money from neighbors, as Sid discovers his money is missing.
Ep. 12: Bottom of the Bottle (1) (1980-03-20)

Gary begins drinking again but won't admit he's an alcoholic, while Ginger suspects Kenny of having an affair.
Ep. 13: Bottom of the Bottle (2) (1980-03-27)

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