Season 3

E1. The Vigil

Nov 12, 1981 · 45m

Gary feels responsible for Sid's coma, while Richard promises to help Abby find her kidnapped children.

E2. Critical Condition

Nov 19, 1981 · 45m

Sid faces a risky, life-or-death operation. Karen convinces a guilt-ridden Gary to stay in Knots Landing.

E3. Aftermath

Nov 26, 1981 · 45m

Karen remains uncaring and detached in the wake of Sid's death - even with her children. Ginger gives birth.

E4. Moving In

Dec 3, 1981 · 45m

Val is upset about her mother's upcoming visit. Abby tries to subpoena her mother-in-law to find her children.

E5. The Surprise

Dec 10, 1981 · 45m

Abby locates Jeff and concocts a scheme to get her children back. Richard is asked to arrange entertainment.

E6. One of a Kind

Dec 17, 1981 · 45m

Karen's ex-boyfriend returns and claims to be Diana's father. Laura receives a generous gift from Scooter.

E7. Secrets

Dec 24, 1981 · 45m

When the IRS audits the dealership, Karen asks for Abby's help. After a party, Richard doesn't come home.

E8. Mistaken Motives

Jan 7, 1982 · 45m

Diana's rebellious behavior leads to her arrest. Karen meets a young widower.

E9. The Rose and the Briar

Jan 14, 1982 · 45m

Lilimae leaves for Las Vegas. After Richard takes out his anger on Laura, she seeks comfort with Scooter.

E10. The Three Sisters

Jan 21, 1982 · 45m

When the neighborhood women spend the night in an old haunted mansion, things turn strange.

E11. Power Play

Jan 28, 1982 · 45m

Gary mortgages his home to finance a methanol-powered car deal. Val becomes suspicious of Gary and Abby.

E12. Possibilities

Feb 11, 1982 · 45m

Karen invites a new boyfriend over for dinner. Ginger pursues a singing career against Kenny's wishes.

E13. Reunion

Feb 18, 1982 · 45m

Karen considers taking a job in New York. Laura learns she's pregnant with Richard's child and gets depressed.

E14. Cricket

Mar 4, 1982 · 45m

Val's former boyfriend leaves his troubled 11-year-old stepdaughter with the Ewings and leaves town.

E15. Best Intentions

Mar 11, 1982 · 45m

Laura and Richard argue about her abortion. Lilimae and Abby convince Val to send her book to a publisher.

E16. Silver Shadows

Mar 25, 1982 · 45m

When an elderly film director lavishes Abby with gifts, she utilizes her resemblance to a silent film star.

E17. Letting Go (a.k.a.) Shadow Waltz

Apr 1, 1982 · 45m

Gary, Abby and Val go to Sacramento to see a state senator. Larry asks Karen to leave with him for a weekend.

E18. Expose

Apr 8, 1982 · 45m

Against Gary's wishes, Val agrees to have her book published. Richard is fired after his misdeeds are exposed.

E19. Night (a.k.a.) Nervous Breakdown

Apr 15, 1982 · 45m

A despondent Richard holds Laura and Jason hostage in the Avery home. Ginger returns from San Francisco.

E20. Acts of Love

Apr 22, 1982 · 45m

Val must rebuff advances from a cafe owner. Abby and Gary consummate their affair.

E21. China Dolls (a.k.a.) Obsession

Apr 29, 1982 · 45m

Val confronts Gary and Abby about their affair. Richard prepares to leave the hospital.

E22. Living Dangerously

May 6, 1982 · 45m

Val encounters Gary and Abby together. Laura becomes worried Richard may attempt suicide and moves back home.