Temporada 3
22 episódios · 1981
Passions escalate as four couples battle temptation in a seaside suburban paradise.
1The Vigil
Gary feels responsible for Sid's coma, while Richard promises to help Abby find her kidnapped children.
2Critical Condition
Sid faces a risky, life-or-death operation. Karen convinces a guilt-ridden Gary to stay in Knots Landing.
3Aftermath
Karen remains uncaring and detached in the wake of Sid's death - even with her children. Ginger gives birth.
4Moving In
Val is upset about her mother's upcoming visit. Abby tries to subpoena her mother-in-law to find her children.
5The Surprise
Abby locates Jeff and concocts a scheme to get her children back. Richard is asked to arrange entertainment.
6One of a Kind
Karen's ex-boyfriend returns and claims to be Diana's father. Laura receives a generous gift from Scooter.
7Secrets
When the IRS audits the dealership, Karen asks for Abby's help. After a party, Richard doesn't come home.
8Mistaken Motives
Diana's rebellious behavior leads to her arrest. Karen meets a young widower.
9The Rose and the Briar
Lilimae leaves for Las Vegas. After Richard takes out his anger on Laura, she seeks comfort with Scooter.
10The Three Sisters
When the neighborhood women spend the night in an old haunted mansion, things turn strange.
11Power Play
Gary mortgages his home to finance a methanol-powered car deal. Val becomes suspicious of Gary and Abby.
12Possibilities
Karen invites a new boyfriend over for dinner. Ginger pursues a singing career against Kenny's wishes.
13Reunion
Karen considers taking a job in New York. Laura learns she's pregnant with Richard's child and gets depressed.
14Cricket
Val's former boyfriend leaves his troubled 11-year-old stepdaughter with the Ewings and leaves town.
15Best Intentions
Laura and Richard argue about her abortion. Lilimae and Abby convince Val to send her book to a publisher.
16Silver Shadows
When an elderly film director lavishes Abby with gifts, she utilizes her resemblance to a silent film star.
17Letting Go (a.k.a.) Shadow Waltz
Gary, Abby and Val go to Sacramento to see a state senator. Larry asks Karen to leave with him for a weekend.
18Expose
Against Gary's wishes, Val agrees to have her book published. Richard is fired after his misdeeds are exposed.
19Night (a.k.a.) Nervous Breakdown
A despondent Richard holds Laura and Jason hostage in the Avery home. Ginger returns from San Francisco.
20Acts of Love
Val must rebuff advances from a cafe owner. Abby and Gary consummate their affair.
21China Dolls (a.k.a.) Obsession
Val confronts Gary and Abby about their affair. Richard prepares to leave the hospital.
22Living Dangerously
Val encounters Gary and Abby together. Laura becomes worried Richard may attempt suicide and moves back home.