Season 3

1. The Vigil

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

1981-11-12 • ? min

2. Critical Condition

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

1981-11-19 • ? min

3. Aftermath

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

1981-11-26 • ? min

4. Moving In

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

1981-12-03 • ? min

5. The Surprise

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

1981-12-10 • ? min

6. One of a Kind

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

1981-12-17 • ? min

7. Secrets

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

1981-12-24 • ? min

8. Mistaken Motives

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

1982-01-07 • ? min

9. The Rose and the Briar

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

1982-01-14 • ? min

10. The Three Sisters

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

1982-01-21 • ? min

11. Power Play

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

1982-01-28 • ? min

12. Possibilities

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

1982-02-11 • ? min

13. Reunion

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

1982-02-18 • ? min

14. Cricket

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

1982-03-04 • ? min

15. Best Intentions

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

1982-03-11 • ? min

16. Silver Shadows

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

1982-03-25 • ? min

17. Letting 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.

1982-04-01 • ? min

18. Expose

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

1982-04-08 • ? min

19. Night (a.k.a.) Nervous Breakdown

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

1982-04-15 • ? min

20. Acts of Love

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

1982-04-22 • ? min

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

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

1982-04-29 • ? min

22. Living Dangerously

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

1982-05-06 • ? min