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The Best Episodes of Knots Landing Season 3

Every episode of Knots Landing Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Knots Landing Season 3!

The domestic adventures, misdeeds and everyday interactions of five families living on a cul-de-sac in a small California community.
Genres:DramaSoap
Network:CBS

Season 3 Ratings Summary

"The Vigil" is the best rated episode of "Knots Landing" season 3. It scored 8.5/10 based on 33 votes. Directed by Jeff Bleckner and written by N/A, it aired on 11/12/1981. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Critical Condition".

  • The Vigil
    8.5/1033 votes

    #1 - The Vigil

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 11/12/1981

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

    Director: Jeff Bleckner

    Writer: N/A

  • Critical Condition
    9.0/1043 votes

    #2 - Critical Condition

    Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 11/19/1981

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Aftermath
    8.5/1033 votes

    #3 - Aftermath

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 11/26/1981

    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

  • Moving In
    7.8/1030 votes

    #4 - Moving In

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 12/3/1981

    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

  • The Surprise
    7.7/1028 votes

    #5 - The Surprise

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 12/10/1981

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

    Director: Joseph Manduke

    Writer: N/A

  • One of a Kind
    7.4/1026 votes

    #6 - One of a Kind

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 12/17/1981

    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

  • Secrets
    6.6/1027 votes

    #7 - Secrets

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 12/24/1981

    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

  • Mistaken Motives
    7.0/1027 votes

    #8 - Mistaken Motives

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 1/7/1982

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

    Director: Jeff Bleckner

    Writer: N/A

  • The Rose and the Briar
    6.5/1026 votes

    #9 - The Rose and the Briar

    Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 1/14/1982

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

    Director: Ernest Pintoff

    Writer: Scott Hamner

  • The Three Sisters
    6.5/1037 votes

    #10 - The Three Sisters

    Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 1/21/1982

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

    Director: Kim Friedman

    Writer: N/A

  • Power Play
    7.7/1027 votes

    #11 - Power Play

    Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 1/28/1982

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

    Director: Bill Duke

    Writer: N/A

  • Possibilities
    7.2/1027 votes

    #12 - Possibilities

    Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 2/11/1982

    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

  • Reunion
    7.3/1025 votes

    #13 - Reunion

    Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 2/18/1982

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Cricket
    7.2/1025 votes

    #14 - Cricket

    Season 3 Episode 14 - Aired 3/4/1982

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Ann Marcus

  • Best Intentions
    8.0/1025 votes

    #15 - Best Intentions

    Season 3 Episode 15 - Aired 3/11/1982

    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

  • Silver Shadows
    6.7/1026 votes

    #16 - Silver Shadows

    Season 3 Episode 16 - Aired 3/25/1982

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Letting Go (a.k.a.) Shadow Waltz
    7.9/1025 votes

    #17 - Letting Go (a.k.a.) Shadow Waltz

    Season 3 Episode 17 - Aired 4/1/1982

    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

  • Expose
    7.9/1025 votes

    #18 - Expose

    Season 3 Episode 18 - Aired 4/8/1982

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Night (a.k.a.) Nervous Breakdown
    7.8/1025 votes

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

    Season 3 Episode 19 - Aired 4/15/1982

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

    Director: Alexander Singer

    Writer: N/A

  • Acts of Love
    7.9/1025 votes

    #20 - Acts of Love

    Season 3 Episode 20 - Aired 4/22/1982

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • China Dolls (a.k.a.) Obsession
    8.6/1027 votes

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

    Season 3 Episode 21 - Aired 4/29/1982

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Living Dangerously
    8.4/1025 votes

    #22 - Living Dangerously

    Season 3 Episode 22 - Aired 5/6/1982

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

    Director: Lorraine Senna

    Writer: N/A