Season 3

22 Episodes1981

Passions escalate as four couples battle temptation in a seaside suburban paradise.

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Episodes (22)

Ep 1

The Vigil

1981-11-12•N/A

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

Ep 2

Critical Condition

1981-11-19•N/A

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

Ep 3

Aftermath

1981-11-26•N/A

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

Ep 4

Moving In

1981-12-03•N/A

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

Ep 5

The Surprise

1981-12-10•N/A

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

Ep 6

One of a Kind

1981-12-17•N/A

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

Ep 7

Secrets

1981-12-24•N/A

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

Ep 8

Mistaken Motives

1982-01-07•N/A

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

Ep 9

The Rose and the Briar

1982-01-14•N/A

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

Ep 10

The Three Sisters

1982-01-21•N/A

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

Ep 11

Power Play

1982-01-28•N/A

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

Ep 12

Possibilities

1982-02-11•N/A

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

Ep 13

Reunion

1982-02-18•N/A

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

Ep 14

Cricket

1982-03-04•N/A

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

Ep 15

Best Intentions

1982-03-11•N/A

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

Ep 16

Silver Shadows

1982-03-25•N/A

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

Ep 17

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

1982-04-01•N/A

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

Ep 18

Expose

1982-04-08•N/A

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

Ep 19

Night (a.k.a.) Nervous Breakdown

1982-04-15•N/A

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

Ep 20

Acts of Love

1982-04-22•N/A

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

Ep 21

China Dolls (a.k.a.) Obsession

1982-04-29•N/A

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

Ep 22

Living Dangerously

1982-05-06•N/A

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