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A family ruthless in its quest for power and passion.
The world's first mega-soap, and one of the most popular ever produced, Dallas had it all. Beautiful women, expensive cars, and men playing Monopoly with real buildings. Famous for one of the best cliffhangers in TV history, as the world asked "Who shot J.R.?" A slow-burner to begin with, Dallas hit its stride in the 2nd season, with long storylines and expert character development. Dallas ruled the airwaves in the 1980's.
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The world's first mega-soap, and one of the most popular ever produced, Dallas had it all. Beautiful women, expensive cars, and men playing Monopoly with real buildings. Famous for one of the best cliffhangers in TV history, as the world asked "Who shot J.R.?" A slow-burner to begin with, Dallas hit its stride in the 2nd season, with long storylines and expert character development. Dallas ruled the airwaves in the 1980's.
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Episode 1
J.R. is rushed to the hospital in critical condition following his gunshot wound. As the police investigate, they discover many people have the motive for shooting J.R. and everyone patiently waits by J.R.'s bedside hoping he will wake up and identify the shooter.
Guest stars Mary Crosby, Peter Donat, Joan Van Ark, Michael Alldredge, Christopher Coffey, Ted Shackelford
Episode 2
J.R., paralyzed after the shooting, undergoes further surgery to help save his life. While J.R. is in the hospital, Bobby takes over Ewing Oil for the time being. Meanwhile, Sue Ellen worries that she was the shooter as the police identify more suspects in the shooting.
Guest stars Mary Crosby, Randy Powell, Leigh McCloskey, Ted Shackelford
Episode 3
Bobby has a hard time running Ewing Oil with J.R. undermining his every decision. Meanwhile, Miss Ellie finds the gun that was used in the shooting and Sue Ellen, full of guilt, has nightmares about J.R.'s shooting.
Guest stars Mary Crosby, Jeff Cooper, Barbara Babcock, Leigh McCloskey
Episode 4
Sue Ellen is arrested for the shooting and the Ewings abandon her completely, not coming to her aid. After bail is posted by an unknown person, a session with a psychiatrist reveals the real shooter.
Guest stars Mary Crosby, Leigh McCloskey
Episode 5
Loving his newfound power as head of Ewing Oil, Bobby works to accomplish something that Jock or J.R. never did -- buy a refinery.
Guest stars Mary Crosby, Barbara Babcock, Leigh McCloskey
Episode 6
Jock is torn between Bobby and J.R. when J.R. decides to take back control of Ewing Oil, but Bobby refuses to relinquish his position. Meanwhile, Pam continues to search for her mother and Lucy's friends meet Mitch Cooper.
Guest stars E.J. André, Joanna Cassidy, William Windom, Richard Herd, Leigh McCloskey, Morgan Woodward
Episode 7
Amos, Ray Krebbs' father, arrives in Southfork with shocking news. Meanwhile, Bobby must deal with his first crisis at Ewing Oil when a tanker and the 600,000 barrels onboard sink.
Guest stars Joanna Cassidy, William Windom, E.J. André, Leigh McCloskey
Episode 8
When Ewing 23 receives a bomb threat, the incident gives J.R. an opening to take back control of Ewing Oil. Meanwhile, Ray reels from the shocking news that he is Jock's son and worries that Donna is slipping away from him.
Guest stars Warren Vanders, Richard Herd
Episode 9
Pam believes that she has finally located her mother. Meanwhile, Mitch agrees to marry Lucy and J.R. hatches his plan to regain power of Ewing Oil.
Guest stars Richard Herd, Leigh McCloskey, Priscilla Pointer, Morgan Woodward
Episode 10
Pam begins to feel lonely as Bobby spends most of his time preoccupied with Ewing Oil. Meanwhile, J.R. tries to convince Jock to work on a deal that would go against Bobby.
Guest stars Michael Bell, Joel Fabiani, Barbara Babcock, Leigh McCloskey, Morgan Woodward
Episode 11
J.R. falls for Mitch's sister, Afton, and tries to gain the upper hand when Bobby makes a deal on behalf of Ewing Oil.
Guest stars Joel Fabiani, Barbara Babcock, Leigh McCloskey, Audrey Landers, Harry Carey Jr., Anne Francis, Morgan Woodward, William Smithers
Episode 12
As J.R. flirts with Afton at the wedding, Sue Ellen finds herself pursuing an old boyfriend.
Guest stars Ted Gehring, Joel Fabiani, Barbara Babcock, Leigh McCloskey, Audrey Landers
Episode 13
As J.R. returns to his position at Ewing Oil, J.R. undergoes a public relations campaign in order to help his image. Meanwhile, Sue Ellen finds Pam with Alex and Miss Ellie continues to be angry with Jock.
Guest stars Noble Willingham, Joel Fabiani, Susan Flannery, Leigh McCloskey, Morgan Woodward
Episode 14
J.R. sets out to exact revenge on the Asian government after it takes over Ewing Oil wells. Meanwhile, Bobby looks into solar energy.
Guest stars Joel Fabiani, Susan Flannery, Barbara Babcock, Leigh McCloskey, Morgan Woodward
Episode 15
J.R. sets out to put an end to Cliff's potential political career, but is surprised when he learns who else is looking into having a political career. Meanwhile, Sue Ellen believes she has a stalker.
Guest stars Len Birman, Joel Fabiani, Susan Flannery, Leigh McCloskey
Episode 16
Though at first she is overjoyed that Dusty is alive, Sue Ellen's happiness proves to be short-lived. Meanwhile, J.R.'s dealings in Asia brings the Cartel back to life.
Guest stars Ron Hayes, Joel Fabiani, Susan Flannery, Leigh McCloskey, Morgan Woodward
Episode 17
As Donna and Ray tie the knot, Lucy competes for Miss Young Dallas. Meanwhile, Jock and Miss Ellie continue to feud.
Guest stars Jeff Cooper, Joel Fabiani, Susan Flannery, Leigh McCloskey, Morgan Woodward
Episode 18
As J.R. continues to deal in Asia, the Ewing family split over what is being done. Meanwhile, Lucy's inflated ego over her pageant win creates tension and Sue Ellen continues her affair with Clint Ogden.
Guest stars Susan Flannery, Ellen Bry, Leigh McCloskey, Priscilla Pointer, Morgan Woodward
Episode 19
With their marriage on the rocks, Jock threatens to sell Ewing Oil if Ellie divorces him. Meanwhile, Clint tries to convince Sue Ellen to leave J.R.; Lucy's ego continues to threaten her marriage; and Pam becomes suspicious of Cliff.
Guest stars Susan Flannery, Ellen Bry, Christopher Stone, Leigh McCloskey, Audrey Landers, Hortense Petra, Priscilla Pointer, Monte Markham
Episode 20
Newlyweds Donna and Ray tries to fix Jock and Ellie's strained marriage. Meanwhile, J.R. continues to try to sell out Ewing Oil.
Guest stars Susan Flannery, Craig Stevens, Christopher Stone, Leigh McCloskey, Morgan Woodward
Episode 21
J.R.'s plan to sell is cut short by Jock and Ellie's reconciliation. Meanwhile, Jeremy Wendell sets out to get revenge against J.R.
Guest stars Susan Flannery, Craig Stevens, Christopher Stone, Leigh McCloskey, Morgan Woodward
Episode 22
Kristen makes her return to Dallas; Lucy and Mitch split up; and Cliff meets his mother.
Guest stars Mary Crosby, Susan Flannery, Ellen Bry, Christopher Stone, Leigh McCloskey, Audrey Landers
Episode 23
J.R.'s deals in Asia may end up costing him Ewing Oil, as well as his freedom. Meanwhile, Dusty tries to get Sue Ellen to take John Ross and leave J.R.
Guest stars Mary Crosby, Susan Flannery, David Healy, Leigh McCloskey, Audrey Landers, Morgan Woodward
Episode information updated Sep 20, 2026
Patrick DuffyBobby Ewing
Barbara Bel GeddesMiss Ellie
Jim DavisJock Ewing
Kimberly FosterMichelle Stevens Ewing
Larry HagmanJ.R. Ewing
Ken KerchevalCliff Barnes
Howard KeelClayton Farlow
George KennedyCarter McKay
CBSUnited States
