Knots Landing

Season 3

1981 · 22 episodes

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

Episodes

1. 

   1. The Vigil

   12 Nov 1981

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

2. 

   2. Critical Condition

   19 Nov 1981

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

3. 

   3. Aftermath

   26 Nov 1981

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

4. 

   4. Moving In

   3 Dec 1981

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

5. 

   5. The Surprise

   10 Dec 1981

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

6. 

   6. One of a Kind

   17 Dec 1981

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

7. 

   7. Secrets

   24 Dec 1981

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

8. 

   8. Mistaken Motives

   7 Jan 1982

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

9. 

   9. The Rose and the Briar

   14 Jan 1982

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

10. 

    10. The Three Sisters

    21 Jan 1982

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

11. 

    11. Power Play

    28 Jan 1982

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

12. 

    12. Possibilities

    11 Feb 1982

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

13. 

    13. Reunion

    18 Feb 1982

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

14. 

    14. Cricket

    4 Mar 1982

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

15. 

    15. Best Intentions

    11 Mar 1982

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

16. 

    16. Silver Shadows

    25 Mar 1982

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

17. 

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

    1 Apr 1982

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

18. 

    18. Expose

    8 Apr 1982

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

19. 

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

    15 Apr 1982

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

20. 

    20. Acts of Love

    22 Apr 1982

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

21. 

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

    29 Apr 1982

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

22. 

    22. Living Dangerously

    6 May 1982

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