Episodes
1. Pilot
4.0
December 27, 1979
Gary and Valene move into their new home with the help of his brother, Bobby Ewing.
Guest Stars:
Pat Petersen, Claudia Lonow, Steve Shaw, Justin Dana, Karen Allen
2. Community Spirit
January 3, 1980
When Ewing Oil announces plans to drill offshore, Gary opposes his brother J.R. to save Knots Landing beach.
Guest Stars:
Pat Petersen, Claudia Lonow, Robert DoQui, Larry Hagman, Steve Shaw
3. Let Me Count the Ways
January 10, 1980
When Karen's daughter's controversial high school teacher is about to be fired, she comes to his defense.
Guest Stars:
Pat Petersen, Claudia Lonow, Sherri Stoner, Steve Shaw, David Carroll
4. The Lie
January 17, 1980
Laura feigns rape to cover up an afternoon rendezvous with Richard.
Guest Stars:
Claudia Lonow, Christopher Allport, Danny Gellis, Margie Impert, Philip MacDonald
5. Will the Circle Be Unbroken
8.0
January 25, 1980
When Val's mother arrives for a visit, Val must confront unpleasant memories of her childhood.
Guest Stars:
Pat Petersen, Julie Harris, Claudia Lonow, Herb Vigran, Steve Shaw
6. Home is For Healing
2.0
January 31, 1980
Lucy comes to live with her parents for the first time, but the reunion is anything but happy.
Guest Stars:
Pat Petersen, Claudia Lonow, Charlene Tilton, Steve Shaw, Stevie Vallance
7. Land of the Free
February 7, 1980
When a motorcycle gang terrorizes the residents of Knots Landing, Sid's daughter is abducted.
Guest Stars:
Pat Petersen, Claudia Lonow, Tony Becker, Steve Shaw, Joseph Hoover
8. Civil Wives
February 14, 1980
Karen regrets her invitation to Sid's ex-wife when she flirts with Sid. Eric has an interest in Ginger Ward.
Guest Stars:
Pat Petersen, Claudia Lonow, Steve Shaw, Claudette Nevins
9. Constant Companion
February 21, 1980
Ginger is frightened by anonymous gifts that bring back dark memories of an aborted pregnancy.
Guest Stars:
Claudia Lonow, Daniel J. Travanti, Priscilla Pointer, Alan H. Braunstein, Buddy Douglas
10. Small Surprises
March 6, 1980
Karen learns she is pregnant but has mixed feelings about the news. Eric dates Ginger's 14-year-old sister.
Guest Stars:
Pat Petersen, Claudia Lonow, Gary Sinise, Steve Shaw, Danny Gellis
11. Courageous Convictions
March 13, 1980
Richard is in financial trouble and tries to loan money from neighbors, as Sid discovers his money is missing.
Guest Stars:
Pat Petersen, Claudia Lonow, Harry Bellaver, Douglas Rae, Danny Gellis
12. Bottom of the Bottle (1)
March 20, 1980
Gary begins drinking again but won't admit he's an alcoholic, while Ginger suspects Kenny of having an affair.
Guest Stars:
Carolyn Conwell, Hal Williams, Jerry Hardin, Stevie Vallance, Bob Levine
