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Knots Landing Season 9

Knots Landing

Season 9

September 24, 1987 29 episodes

From the discovery of a body buried in concrete to gun-running and murder over sexual jealousy, multiple crises shatter the peace in the cul-de-sac.

All Episodes

Missing Persons
E1
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E1. Missing Persons

Sep 24, 1987

Val doesn't receive a phone call from Ben and worries he's gone. A large crack develops in the playground.

The Trouble with Peter
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E2. The Trouble with Peter

Oct 1, 1987

Peter's body is found, and the police investigate.

Under Pressure
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E3. Under Pressure

Oct 8, 1987

The evidence points to Olivia, but someone else confesses.

Half-Truths
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E4. Half-Truths

Oct 15, 1987

Gary finally realizes Abby didn't kill Peter, and Mack deduces who did.

There are Smiles
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E5. There are Smiles

Oct 22, 1987

Paige admits she accidentally killed Peter.

The Gift of Life
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E6. The Gift of Life

Oct 29, 1987

Laura harbors a sad secret.

Say Uncle
E7
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E7. Say Uncle

Nov 5, 1987

Sumner can't find a suitable nanny for Meg. Gary shows up uninvited to the twins' birthday party.

Love In
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E8. Love In

Nov 12, 1987

Val and Gary share an evening with the twins. Lilimae dances with Al, and Abby reunites with her past love.

Flight of the Sunbirds
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E9. Flight of the Sunbirds

Nov 19, 1987

Karen's hosts a reception for Eric and his bride. Val and Gary get romantic. Sumner receives sad news.

Noises Everywhere (1)
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E10. Noises Everywhere (1)

Dec 3, 1987

Sumner's friends gather at his ranch. Richard Avery arrives with Jason. Mack wants to raise little Meg.

Noises Everywhere (2)
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E11. Noises Everywhere (2)

Dec 10, 1987

After Laura's funeral, everyone returns to Sumner's ranch. Laura leaves messages for her friends and family.

Weak Moment
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E12. Weak Moment

Dec 17, 1987

Gary ends his relationship with Jill. Charles and Abby rekindle their passion, and Sumner drops off a package.

Only 'Til Friday
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E13. Only 'Til Friday

Jan 7, 1988

Paige discovers Sumner isn't in New York. Abby spends her time with Charles. Karen welcomes new neighbors.

Ties That Bind
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E14. Ties That Bind

Jan 14, 1988

An emergency arises with Meg. Charles' wife confronts Abby, and Paige gets a surprise.

Another Modest Proposal
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E15. Another Modest Proposal

Jan 21, 1988

Sumner's behavior disturbs Mack and Karen. Charles gives Abby a party, but his wife ruins the festivities.

If Not Now, When?
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E16. If Not Now, When?

Jan 28, 1988

Karen and Mack discover their neighbors are secretive. Charles shows Abby his divorce papers.

In Too Deep (a.k.a.) Courtland Tubor
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E17. In Too Deep (a.k.a.) Courtland Tubor

Feb 4, 1988

Johnny becomes a member of the organization. Karen is asked to testify at a custody hearing for Val's twins.

The Blushing Bride
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E18. The Blushing Bride

Feb 11, 1988

Abby discovers the man she loves is lying. Paige has an interest in Sumner. Mack and Karen spy on neighbors.

Lawfully Wedded
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E19. Lawfully Wedded

Feb 18, 1988

Abby marries Charles and surprises him. Pat refuses to move. Val wants to keep Gary away from their twins.

Bouncing Babies
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E20. Bouncing Babies

Feb 25, 1988

Sumner makes a decision about Meg, while Val gives Gary some good news.

A Fair Race
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E21. A Fair Race

Mar 3, 1988

Jill hates Gary's involvement with the twins - and Val. Olivia meets a new beau. Sumner makes Paige an offer.

Full Disclosure
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E22. Full Disclosure

Mar 10, 1988

Mack and Frank get into a nasty confrontation. Olivia becomes romantically involved with Harold.

Her Letter
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E23. Her Letter

Mar 24, 1988

Val receives Ben's letter. Paige flirts with Sumner. Olivia and Abby argue about Olivia's time with Harold.

Mother Knows Best
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E24. Mother Knows Best

Mar 31, 1988

Olivia and Harold's plans to elope go awry. In Mexico, Paige and Johnny get involved in an archeological dig.

With a Heavy Heart
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E25. With a Heavy Heart

Apr 7, 1988

Gary sees something strange. Mack doesn't trust Manny. Harold leaves town, and Olivia tries to break free.

Just Desserts
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E26. Just Desserts

Apr 14, 1988

Olivia tries to kill herself. Frank spies on Manny. Paige buries an expensive artifact at the dig site.

Discovery
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E27. Discovery

Apr 28, 1988

Jill tries to confuse Val. Paige continues her risky quest in Mexico. Manny smuggles drugs via Lotus Point.

The Perfect Alibi
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E28. The Perfect Alibi

May 5, 1988

Paige, Johnny and Michael are in grave danger in Mexico. Jill continues her devious plot against Val.

The Perfect Crime
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E29. The Perfect Crime

May 12, 1988

Jill exacts her revenge on Val. Paige and Michael seem doomed.

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