Season 9

1987 · 29 episodes

From the discovery of a body buried in concrete to gun-running and murder over sexual jealousy, multiple crises shatter the peace in the cul-de-sac.

1. Missing Persons
24 Sept 1987
Val doesn't receive a phone call from Ben and worries he's gone. A large crack develops in the playground.
2. The Trouble with Peter
1 Oct 1987
Peter's body is found, and the police investigate.
3. Under Pressure
8 Oct 1987
The evidence points to Olivia, but someone else confesses.
4. Half-Truths
15 Oct 1987
Gary finally realizes Abby didn't kill Peter, and Mack deduces who did.
5. There are Smiles
22 Oct 1987
Paige admits she accidentally killed Peter.
6. The Gift of Life
29 Oct 1987
Laura harbors a sad secret.
7. Say Uncle
5 Nov 1987
Sumner can't find a suitable nanny for Meg. Gary shows up uninvited to the twins' birthday party.
8. Love In
12 Nov 1987
Val and Gary share an evening with the twins. Lilimae dances with Al, and Abby reunites with her past love.
9. Flight of the Sunbirds
19 Nov 1987
Karen's hosts a reception for Eric and his bride. Val and Gary get romantic. Sumner receives sad news.
10. Noises Everywhere (1)
3 Dec 1987
Sumner's friends gather at his ranch. Richard Avery arrives with Jason. Mack wants to raise little Meg.
11. Noises Everywhere (2)
10 Dec 1987
After Laura's funeral, everyone returns to Sumner's ranch. Laura leaves messages for her friends and family.
12. Weak Moment
17 Dec 1987
Gary ends his relationship with Jill. Charles and Abby rekindle their passion, and Sumner drops off a package.
13. Only 'Til Friday
7 Jan 1988
Paige discovers Sumner isn't in New York. Abby spends her time with Charles. Karen welcomes new neighbors.
14. Ties That Bind
14 Jan 1988
An emergency arises with Meg. Charles' wife confronts Abby, and Paige gets a surprise.
15. Another Modest Proposal
21 Jan 1988
Sumner's behavior disturbs Mack and Karen. Charles gives Abby a party, but his wife ruins the festivities.
16. If Not Now, When?
28 Jan 1988
Karen and Mack discover their neighbors are secretive. Charles shows Abby his divorce papers.
17. In Too Deep (a.k.a.) Courtland Tubor
4 Feb 1988
Johnny becomes a member of the organization. Karen is asked to testify at a custody hearing for Val's twins.
18. The Blushing Bride
11 Feb 1988
Abby discovers the man she loves is lying. Paige has an interest in Sumner. Mack and Karen spy on neighbors.
19. Lawfully Wedded
18 Feb 1988
Abby marries Charles and surprises him. Pat refuses to move. Val wants to keep Gary away from their twins.
20. Bouncing Babies
25 Feb 1988
Sumner makes a decision about Meg, while Val gives Gary some good news.
21. A Fair Race
3 Mar 1988
Jill hates Gary's involvement with the twins - and Val. Olivia meets a new beau. Sumner makes Paige an offer.
22. Full Disclosure
10 Mar 1988
Mack and Frank get into a nasty confrontation. Olivia becomes romantically involved with Harold.
23. Her Letter
24 Mar 1988
Val receives Ben's letter. Paige flirts with Sumner. Olivia and Abby argue about Olivia's time with Harold.
24. Mother Knows Best
31 Mar 1988
Olivia and Harold's plans to elope go awry. In Mexico, Paige and Johnny get involved in an archeological dig.
25. With a Heavy Heart
7 Apr 1988
Gary sees something strange. Mack doesn't trust Manny. Harold leaves town, and Olivia tries to break free.
26. Just Desserts
14 Apr 1988
Olivia tries to kill herself. Frank spies on Manny. Paige buries an expensive artifact at the dig site.
27. Discovery
28 Apr 1988
Jill tries to confuse Val. Paige continues her risky quest in Mexico. Manny smuggles drugs via Lotus Point.
28. The Perfect Alibi
5 May 1988
Paige, Johnny and Michael are in grave danger in Mexico. Jill continues her devious plot against Val.
29. The Perfect Crime
12 May 1988
Jill exacts her revenge on Val. Paige and Michael seem doomed.