E1 - The Vigil

Aired: November 12, 1981

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

E2 - Critical Condition

Aired: November 19, 1981

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

E3 - Aftermath

Aired: November 26, 1981

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

E4 - Moving In

Aired: December 03, 1981

Val is upset about her mother's upcoming visit. Abby tries to subpoena her mother-in-law to find her children.

E5 - The Surprise

Aired: December 10, 1981

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

E6 - One of a Kind

Aired: December 17, 1981

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

E7 - Secrets

Aired: December 24, 1981

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

E8 - Mistaken Motives

Aired: January 07, 1982

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

E9 - The Rose and the Briar

Aired: January 14, 1982

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

E10 - The Three Sisters

Aired: January 21, 1982

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

E11 - Power Play

Aired: January 28, 1982

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

E12 - Possibilities

Aired: February 11, 1982

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

E13 - Reunion

Aired: February 18, 1982

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

E14 - Cricket

Aired: March 04, 1982

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

E15 - Best Intentions

Aired: March 11, 1982

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

E16 - Silver Shadows

Aired: March 25, 1982

When an elderly film director lavishes Abby with gifts, she utilizes her resemblance to a silent film star.

E17 - Letting Go (a.k.a.) Shadow Waltz

Aired: April 01, 1982

Gary, Abby and Val go to Sacramento to see a state senator. Larry asks Karen to leave with him for a weekend.

E18 - Expose

Aired: April 08, 1982

Against Gary's wishes, Val agrees to have her book published. Richard is fired after his misdeeds are exposed.

E19 - Night (a.k.a.) Nervous Breakdown

Aired: April 15, 1982

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

E20 - Acts of Love

Aired: April 22, 1982

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

E21 - China Dolls (a.k.a.) Obsession

Aired: April 29, 1982

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

E22 - Living Dangerously

Aired: May 06, 1982

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