Knots Landing — Season 9
Love thy neighbor.
About this season
From the discovery of a body buried in concrete to gun-running and murder over sexual jealousy, multiple crises shatter the peace in the cul-de-sac.
Episodes (29)
1. Missing Persons
Aired 24 September 1987
Val doesn't receive a phone call from Ben and worries he's gone. A large crack develops in the playground.
2. The Trouble with Peter
Aired 1 October 1987
Peter's body is found, and the police investigate.
3. Under Pressure
Aired 8 October 1987
The evidence points to Olivia, but someone else confesses.
4. Half-Truths
Aired 15 October 1987
Gary finally realizes Abby didn't kill Peter, and Mack deduces who did.
5. There are Smiles
Aired 22 October 1987
Paige admits she accidentally killed Peter.
6. The Gift of Life
Aired 29 October 1987
Laura harbors a sad secret.
7. Say Uncle
Aired 5 November 1987
Sumner can't find a suitable nanny for Meg. Gary shows up uninvited to the twins' birthday party.
8. Love In
Aired 12 November 1987
Val and Gary share an evening with the twins. Lilimae dances with Al, and Abby reunites with her past love.
9. Flight of the Sunbirds
Aired 19 November 1987
Karen's hosts a reception for Eric and his bride. Val and Gary get romantic. Sumner receives sad news.
10. Noises Everywhere (1)
Aired 3 December 1987
Sumner's friends gather at his ranch. Richard Avery arrives with Jason. Mack wants to raise little Meg.
11. Noises Everywhere (2)
Aired 10 December 1987
After Laura's funeral, everyone returns to Sumner's ranch. Laura leaves messages for her friends and family.
12. Weak Moment
Aired 17 December 1987
Gary ends his relationship with Jill. Charles and Abby rekindle their passion, and Sumner drops off a package.
13. Only 'Til Friday
Aired 7 January 1988
Paige discovers Sumner isn't in New York. Abby spends her time with Charles. Karen welcomes new neighbors.
14. Ties That Bind
Aired 14 January 1988
An emergency arises with Meg. Charles' wife confronts Abby, and Paige gets a surprise.
15. Another Modest Proposal
Aired 21 January 1988
Sumner's behavior disturbs Mack and Karen. Charles gives Abby a party, but his wife ruins the festivities.
16. If Not Now, When?
Aired 28 January 1988
Karen and Mack discover their neighbors are secretive. Charles shows Abby his divorce papers.
17. In Too Deep (a.k.a.) Courtland Tubor
Aired 4 February 1988
Johnny becomes a member of the organization. Karen is asked to testify at a custody hearing for Val's twins.
18. The Blushing Bride
Aired 11 February 1988
Abby discovers the man she loves is lying. Paige has an interest in Sumner. Mack and Karen spy on neighbors.
19. Lawfully Wedded
Aired 18 February 1988
Abby marries Charles and surprises him. Pat refuses to move. Val wants to keep Gary away from their twins.
20. Bouncing Babies
Aired 25 February 1988
Sumner makes a decision about Meg, while Val gives Gary some good news.
21. A Fair Race
Aired 3 March 1988
Jill hates Gary's involvement with the twins - and Val. Olivia meets a new beau. Sumner makes Paige an offer.
22. Full Disclosure
Aired 10 March 1988
Mack and Frank get into a nasty confrontation. Olivia becomes romantically involved with Harold.
23. Her Letter
Aired 24 March 1988
Val receives Ben's letter. Paige flirts with Sumner. Olivia and Abby argue about Olivia's time with Harold.
24. Mother Knows Best
Aired 31 March 1988
Olivia and Harold's plans to elope go awry. In Mexico, Paige and Johnny get involved in an archeological dig.
25. With a Heavy Heart
Aired 7 April 1988
Gary sees something strange. Mack doesn't trust Manny. Harold leaves town, and Olivia tries to break free.
26. Just Desserts
Aired 14 April 1988
Olivia tries to kill herself. Frank spies on Manny. Paige buries an expensive artifact at the dig site.
27. Discovery
Aired 28 April 1988
Jill tries to confuse Val. Paige continues her risky quest in Mexico. Manny smuggles drugs via Lotus Point.
28. The Perfect Alibi
Aired 5 May 1988
Paige, Johnny and Michael are in grave danger in Mexico. Jill continues her devious plot against Val.
29. The Perfect Crime
Aired 12 May 1988
Jill exacts her revenge on Val. Paige and Michael seem doomed.