Knots Landing — Season 3

Nov 1981

Gary feels responsible for Sid's coma, while Richard promises to help Abby find her kidnapped children.

Nov 1981

Sid faces a risky, life-or-death operation. Karen convinces a guilt-ridden Gary to stay in Knots Landing.

Nov 1981

Karen remains uncaring and detached in the wake of Sid's death - even with her children. Ginger gives birth.

Dec 1981

Val is upset about her mother's upcoming visit. Abby tries to subpoena her mother-in-law to find her children.

Dec 1981

Abby locates Jeff and concocts a scheme to get her children back. Richard is asked to arrange entertainment.

Dec 1981

Karen's ex-boyfriend returns and claims to be Diana's father. Laura receives a generous gift from Scooter.

Dec 1981

When the IRS audits the dealership, Karen asks for Abby's help. After a party, Richard doesn't come home.

Jan 1982

Diana's rebellious behavior leads to her arrest. Karen meets a young widower.

Jan 1982

Lilimae leaves for Las Vegas. After Richard takes out his anger on Laura, she seeks comfort with Scooter.

Jan 1982

When the neighborhood women spend the night in an old haunted mansion, things turn strange.

Jan 1982

Gary mortgages his home to finance a methanol-powered car deal. Val becomes suspicious of Gary and Abby.

Feb 1982

Karen invites a new boyfriend over for dinner. Ginger pursues a singing career against Kenny's wishes.

Feb 1982

Karen considers taking a job in New York. Laura learns she's pregnant with Richard's child and gets depressed.

Mar 1982

Val's former boyfriend leaves his troubled 11-year-old stepdaughter with the Ewings and leaves town.

Mar 1982

Laura and Richard argue about her abortion. Lilimae and Abby convince Val to send her book to a publisher.

Mar 1982

When an elderly film director lavishes Abby with gifts, she utilizes her resemblance to a silent film star.

Apr 1982

Gary, Abby and Val go to Sacramento to see a state senator. Larry asks Karen to leave with him for a weekend.

Apr 1982

Against Gary's wishes, Val agrees to have her book published. Richard is fired after his misdeeds are exposed.

Apr 1982

A despondent Richard holds Laura and Jason hostage in the Avery home. Ginger returns from San Francisco.

Apr 1982

Val must rebuff advances from a cafe owner. Abby and Gary consummate their affair.

Apr 1982

Val confronts Gary and Abby about their affair. Richard prepares to leave the hospital.

May 1982

Val encounters Gary and Abby together. Laura becomes worried Richard may attempt suicide and moves back home.