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