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