Season 3

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

1. 

   1. The Vigil

   1981-11-12

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

2. 

   2. Critical Condition

   1981-11-19

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

3. 

   3. Aftermath

   1981-11-26

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

4. 

   4. Moving In

   1981-12-03

   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

   1981-12-10

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

6. 

   6. One of a Kind

   1981-12-17

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

7. 

   7. Secrets

   1981-12-24

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

8. 

   8. Mistaken Motives

   1982-01-07

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

9. 

   9. The Rose and the Briar

   1982-01-14

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

10. 

    10. The Three Sisters

    1982-01-21

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

11. 

    11. Power Play

    1982-01-28

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

12. 

    12. Possibilities

    1982-02-11

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

13. 

    13. Reunion

    1982-02-18

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

14. 

    14. Cricket

    1982-03-04

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

15. 

    15. Best Intentions

    1982-03-11

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

16. 

    16. Silver Shadows

    1982-03-25

    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

    1982-04-01

    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

    1982-04-08

    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

    1982-04-15

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

20. 

    20. Acts of Love

    1982-04-22

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

21. 

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

    1982-04-29

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

22. 

    22. Living Dangerously

    1982-05-06

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