Knots Landing Season 3

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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