TV series
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The domestic adventures, misdeeds and everyday interactions of five families living on a cul-de-sac in a small California community.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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The domestic adventures, misdeeds and everyday interactions of five families living on a cul-de-sac in a small California community.
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Episode 1
After giving a female hitchhiker a ride, Sid is arrested for rape. Sid's sister Abby comes to Knots Landing.
Written by Don MurrayGuest stars Pat Petersen, Tonya Crowe, Claudia Lonow, Robert Phalen, Steve Shaw, Don Starr, Richard Venture, Ron Rifkin
Episode 2
Sid is arraigned on rape charges, while Gary and Abby run Knots Landing Motors in Sid's absence.
Written by Don MurrayGuest stars Tonya Crowe, Claudia Lonow, Robert Phalen, Steve Shaw, Richard Venture, Ron Rifkin, Conchata Ferrell, Robert Jayne
Episode 3
After Gary tries to help Earl stop drinking, Val feels abandoned. Kenny and Ginger spend the night together.
Directed by James SheldonGuest stars Pat Petersen, Tonya Crowe, Claudia Lonow, Diana Douglas, Steve Shaw, Jane Elliot, Paul Rudd, Robert Jayne
Episode 4
Richard works with a powerful attorney from Chicago in the hopes of becoming a partner.
Guest stars Tonya Crowe, William Boyett, Stacy Keach, Sr., Allan Miller, Brian Dennehy, Richard Venture, Robert Jayne, Danny Gellis
Episode 5
After trying to murder J.R. Ewing, Kristen arrives in Los Angeles and gets arrested at a Hollywood party.
Guest stars David Haskell, Tom Fuccello, Mary Crosby, Stevie Vallance, Danny Gellis, Peter Elbling, John Colton, Vincent J. Isaac
Episode 6
Diana's first sexual experience is a disaster. Richard and Abby have an affair.
Directed by Kim FriedmanGuest stars Pat Petersen, Tonya Crowe, Claudia Lonow, Dan Shor, Steve Shaw, Wendie Jo Sperber, Helen Hunt, Robert Jayne
Episode 7
Gary and Judy spend the night together. Laura throws herself a party for getting her real estate license.
Guest stars David Haskell, Jane Elliot, Paul Rudd, Stevie Vallance, Stan Rodarte, Peggy Frees
Episode 8
Karen and Sid disagree about their son Michael, who has a discipline problem at school.
Directed by Gabrielle BeaumontGuest stars Pat Petersen, Tonya Crowe, Claudia Lonow, William Boyett, David Haskell, Steve Shaw, Robert Symonds, Robert Jayne
Episode 9
Abby meets with J.R. about Gary's money problems, but J.R. has something else on his mind.
Written by David PaulsenGuest stars Pat Petersen, Tonya Crowe, Claudia Lonow, William Boyett, Parley Baer, Larry Hagman, Robert Jayne, Stevie Vallance
Episode 10
With help from Abby, Val sees Gary and Judy out together. Richard and Laura's relationship is in jeopardy.
Directed by Kim FriedmanGuest stars Lew Horn, Jane Elliot, Dani Minnick, Denise Galik
Episode 11
Jeff threatens to take the kids away from Abby. Laura is tempted to have an affair with a client.
Directed by Alexander SingerGuest stars Tonya Crowe, Allan Miller, Barry Jenner, Robert Jayne, Sam Weisman, Bernard Behrens, Chip Frye
Episode 12
Linda finally tells Sid she's in love with him. Ginger tells Kenny she's pregnant.
Directed by Jeff BlecknerGuest stars Kale Browne, Denise Galik, Fran Myers
Episode 13
When Gary has a hard time facing Val's operation for a malignant growth, his brother Bobby Ewing visits.
Directed by Kim FriedmanGuest stars Claudia Lonow, Patricia Murray, Steve Shaw, Arthur Rosenberg, Patrick Duffy, Barry Cutler, Hans Howes, Jan Jorden
Episode 14
Armed gunmen invade the Ewing house during a baby shower for Ginger and hold the women hostage.
Directed by Jeff BlecknerGuest stars Claudia Lonow, Gary Graham, Stanley Grover, Rita Taggart, Glenn Withrow, Joel Lawrence, Terry Cammack, Dan Hamilton
Episode 15
Ginger's sister Jill is left in a coma after smoking some marijuana Eric brought to a party.
Guest stars Pat Petersen, Tonya Crowe, Claudia Lonow, Lisle Wilson, Steve Shaw, Cynthia Harris, Eric Stoltz, Barry Jenner
Episode 16
To get even with Gary, Earl lures Val to his house. Laura and Scooter are suspected of having an affair.
Directed by Alexander SingerGuest stars Rosemary Prinz, Paul Rudd, John Considine, Kate Zentall, Nick Angotti, Charles Sweigart
Episode 17
Sid refuses J.R.'s offer of a partnership in Sid's experimental engine, but Abby readies to make her own deal.
Guest stars Tonya Crowe, Larry Hagman, Barry Jenner, Robert Jayne, John Voldstad, John Wyler
Episode 18
The FBI investigates a stolen auto parts ring that could cost Sid his life. Jeff sends Abby a message.
Guest stars Pat Petersen, William Boyett, Carol Bruce, Alan Fudge, Barry Jenner, Danny Gellis, T.K. Harris, Steven Hirsch
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
James HoughtonKenny Ward
Kim LankfordGinger Ward
Michele LeeKaren MacKenzie
Constance McCashinLaura Avery Sumner
John PleshetteRichard Avery
Ted ShackelfordGary Ewing
Joan Van ArkValene Ewing
Donna MillsAbby Cunningham Ewing Sumner
CBSUnited States
