The domestic adventures, misdeeds and everyday interactions of five families living on a cul-de-sac in a small California community.
The best episode of "Knots Landing" season 3 is "The Vigil", rated 8.6/10 from 32 user votes. It was directed by Jeff Bleckner and written by N/A. "The Vigil" aired on 11/12/1981 and is rated 0.5 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Critical Condition".
Gary feels responsible for Sid's coma, while Richard promises to help Abby find her kidnapped children.
Director: Jeff Bleckner
Writer: N/A
Sid faces a risky, life-or-death operation. Karen convinces a guilt-ridden Gary to stay in Knots Landing.
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Karen remains uncaring and detached in the wake of Sid's death - even with her children. Ginger gives birth.
Director: Kim Friedman
Writer: Ann Marcus
Val is upset about her mother's upcoming visit. Abby tries to subpoena her mother-in-law to find her children.
Director: N/A
Writer: Ann Marcus
Abby locates Jeff and concocts a scheme to get her children back. Richard is asked to arrange entertainment.
Director: Joseph Manduke
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Karen's ex-boyfriend returns and claims to be Diana's father. Laura receives a generous gift from Scooter.
Director: Kim Friedman
Writer: N/A
When the IRS audits the dealership, Karen asks for Abby's help. After a party, Richard doesn't come home.
Director: Gabrielle Beaumont
Writer: N/A
Diana's rebellious behavior leads to her arrest. Karen meets a young widower.
Director: Jeff Bleckner
Writer: N/A
Lilimae leaves for Las Vegas. After Richard takes out his anger on Laura, she seeks comfort with Scooter.
Director: Ernest Pintoff
Writer: Scott Hamner
When the neighborhood women spend the night in an old haunted mansion, things turn strange.
Director: Kim Friedman
Writer: N/A
Gary mortgages his home to finance a methanol-powered car deal. Val becomes suspicious of Gary and Abby.
Director: Bill Duke
Writer: N/A
Karen invites a new boyfriend over for dinner. Ginger pursues a singing career against Kenny's wishes.
Director: Nicholas Sgarro
Writer: David Jacobs, James Houghton, Mona Houghton
Karen considers taking a job in New York. Laura learns she's pregnant with Richard's child and gets depressed.
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Val's former boyfriend leaves his troubled 11-year-old stepdaughter with the Ewings and leaves town.
Director: N/A
Writer: Ann Marcus
Laura and Richard argue about her abortion. Lilimae and Abby convince Val to send her book to a publisher.
Director: Randa Haines
Writer: David Jacobs, James Houghton, Mona Houghton
When an elderly film director lavishes Abby with gifts, she utilizes her resemblance to a silent film star.
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Gary, Abby and Val go to Sacramento to see a state senator. Larry asks Karen to leave with him for a weekend.
Director: Alexander Singer
Writer: N/A
Against Gary's wishes, Val agrees to have her book published. Richard is fired after his misdeeds are exposed.
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A despondent Richard holds Laura and Jason hostage in the Avery home. Ginger returns from San Francisco.
Director: Alexander Singer
Writer: N/A
Val must rebuff advances from a cafe owner. Abby and Gary consummate their affair.
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Val confronts Gary and Abby about their affair. Richard prepares to leave the hospital.
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Val encounters Gary and Abby together. Laura becomes worried Richard may attempt suicide and moves back home.
Director: Lorraine Senna
Writer: N/A