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