Knots Landing — Season 1
13 episodesFirst aired 27 December 1979
In a seaside suburban paradise, four married couples struggle with the conflicts and passions that buffet every marriage.
E1Pilot
7.0Dec 1979
Gary and Valene move into their new home with the help of his brother, Bobby Ewing.
E2Community Spirit
10.0Jan 1980
When Ewing Oil announces plans to drill offshore, Gary opposes his brother J.R. to save Knots Landing beach.
E3Let Me Count the Ways
10.0Jan 1980
When Karen's daughter's controversial high school teacher is about to be fired, she comes to his defense.
E4The Lie
10.0Jan 1980
Laura feigns rape to cover up an afternoon rendezvous with Richard.
E5Will the Circle Be Unbroken
9.0Jan 1980
When Val's mother arrives for a visit, Val must confront unpleasant memories of her childhood.
E6Home is For Healing
6.0Jan 1980
Lucy comes to live with her parents for the first time, but the reunion is anything but happy.
E7Land of the Free
10.0Feb 1980
When a motorcycle gang terrorizes the residents of Knots Landing, Sid's daughter is abducted.
E8Civil Wives
10.0Feb 1980
Karen regrets her invitation to Sid's ex-wife when she flirts with Sid. Eric has an interest in Ginger Ward.
E9Constant Companion
10.0Feb 1980
Ginger is frightened by anonymous gifts that bring back dark memories of an aborted pregnancy.
E10Small Surprises
10.0Mar 1980
Karen learns she is pregnant but has mixed feelings about the news. Eric dates Ginger's 14-year-old sister.
E11Courageous Convictions
9.0Mar 1980
Richard is in financial trouble and tries to loan money from neighbors, as Sid discovers his money is missing.
E12Bottom of the Bottle (1)
10.0Mar 1980
Gary begins drinking again but won't admit he's an alcoholic, while Ginger suspects Kenny of having an affair.
E13Bottom of the Bottle (2)
10.0Mar 1980
Val gives Gary an ultimatum about his drinking, and Gary leaves. Ginger finds Kenny with Sylvie.
