Episode guide
Knots Landing: Season 1
13 episodes ยท first aired Dec 27, 1979
In a seaside suburban paradise, four married couples struggle with the conflicts and passions that buffet every marriage.
- 1 Pilot Dec 27, 1979 Gary and Valene move into their new home with the help of his brother, Bobby Ewing.
- 2 Community Spirit Jan 3, 1980 When Ewing Oil announces plans to drill offshore, Gary opposes his brother J.R. to save Knots Landing beach.
- 3 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.
- 4 The Lie Jan 17, 1980 Laura feigns rape to cover up an afternoon rendezvous with Richard.
- 5 Will the Circle Be Unbroken Jan 25, 1980 When Val's mother arrives for a visit, Val must confront unpleasant memories of her childhood.
- 6 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.
- 7 Land of the Free Feb 7, 1980 When a motorcycle gang terrorizes the residents of Knots Landing, Sid's daughter is abducted.
- 8 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.
- 9 Constant Companion Feb 21, 1980 Ginger is frightened by anonymous gifts that bring back dark memories of an aborted pregnancy.
- 10 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.
- 11 Courageous Convictions Mar 13, 1980 Richard is in financial trouble and tries to loan money from neighbors, as Sid discovers his money is missing.
- 12 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.
- 13 Bottom of the Bottle (2) Mar 27, 1980 Val gives Gary an ultimatum about his drinking, and Gary leaves. Ginger finds Kenny with Sylvie.