Season 1

E1. Pilot

Dec 27, 1979 · 45m

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

E2. Community Spirit

Jan 3, 1980 · 45m

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

E3. Let Me Count the Ways

Jan 10, 1980 · 45m

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

E4. The Lie

Jan 17, 1980 · 45m

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

E5. Will the Circle Be Unbroken

Jan 25, 1980 · 45m

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

E6. Home is For Healing

Jan 31, 1980 · 45m

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

E7. Land of the Free

Feb 7, 1980 · 45m

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

E8. Civil Wives

Feb 14, 1980 · 45m

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

E9. Constant Companion

Feb 21, 1980 · 45m

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

E10. Small Surprises

Mar 6, 1980 · 45m

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

E11. Courageous Convictions

Mar 13, 1980 · 45m

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

E12. Bottom of the Bottle (1)

Mar 20, 1980 · 45m

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

E13. Bottom of the Bottle (2)

Mar 27, 1980 · 45m

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