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Knots Landing Season 1

Knots Landing

Season 1

December 27, 1979 13 episodes

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

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Pilot
E1
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E1. Pilot

Dec 27, 1979

Gary and Valene move into their new home with the help of his brother, Bobby Ewing.

Community Spirit
E2
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E2. Community Spirit

Jan 3, 1980

When Ewing Oil announces plans to drill offshore, Gary opposes his brother J.R. to save Knots Landing beach.

Let Me Count the Ways
E3
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E3. Let Me Count the Ways

Jan 10, 1980

When Karen's daughter's controversial high school teacher is about to be fired, she comes to his defense.

The Lie
E4
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E4. The Lie

Jan 17, 1980

Laura feigns rape to cover up an afternoon rendezvous with Richard.

Will the Circle Be Unbroken
E5
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E5. Will the Circle Be Unbroken

Jan 25, 1980

When Val's mother arrives for a visit, Val must confront unpleasant memories of her childhood.

Home is For Healing
E6
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E6. Home is For Healing

Jan 31, 1980

Lucy comes to live with her parents for the first time, but the reunion is anything but happy.

Land of the Free
E7
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E7. Land of the Free

Feb 7, 1980

When a motorcycle gang terrorizes the residents of Knots Landing, Sid's daughter is abducted.

Civil Wives
E8
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E8. Civil Wives

Feb 14, 1980

Karen regrets her invitation to Sid's ex-wife when she flirts with Sid. Eric has an interest in Ginger Ward.

Constant Companion
E9
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E9. Constant Companion

Feb 21, 1980

Ginger is frightened by anonymous gifts that bring back dark memories of an aborted pregnancy.

Small Surprises
E10
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E10. Small Surprises

Mar 6, 1980

Karen learns she is pregnant but has mixed feelings about the news. Eric dates Ginger's 14-year-old sister.

Courageous Convictions
E11
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E11. Courageous Convictions

Mar 13, 1980

Richard is in financial trouble and tries to loan money from neighbors, as Sid discovers his money is missing.

Bottom of the Bottle (1)
E12
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E12. Bottom of the Bottle (1)

Mar 20, 1980

Gary begins drinking again but won't admit he's an alcoholic, while Ginger suspects Kenny of having an affair.

Bottom of the Bottle (2)
E13
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E13. Bottom of the Bottle (2)

Mar 27, 1980

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

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