Dallas
A family ruthless in its quest for power and passion
The world's first mega-soap, and one of the most popular ever produced, Dallas had it all. Beautiful women, expensive cars, and men playing Monopoly with real buildings. Famous for one of the best cliffhangers in TV history, as the world asked "Who shot J.R.?" A slow-burner to begin with, Dallas hit its stride in the 2nd season, with long storylines and expert character development. Dallas ruled the airwaves in the 1980's.
Seasons
1. Digger's Daughter
Air Date: 1978-04-02
Bobby has a wife, and no one in the house of Ewing wants her there. Pamela Barnes is the daughter of the most hated man in Jock's history, Digger. This marriage of Bobby and Pam should have ended the Barnes-Ewing Feud, but it only served to escalate it.
2. The Lesson
Air Date: 1978-04-09
Lucy is playing hooky, and the only person who will make sure she gets to school is her new aunt, Pam. But Lucy finds a new way to get out of school, a phony sexual harassment case against her principal. It works, but Lucy soon becomes a victim of her lies as Roger sees the whole thing and blackmails Lucy. He can clear the principal's name, but only if Lucy "satisfies" him.
3. Spy in the House
Air Date: 1978-04-16
Pam's brother, Cliff, is unhappy about her getting married to a Ewing. Cliff ends up with a document Pam was supposed to give to Ewing Oil.
4. Winds of Vengeance
Air Date: 1978-04-23
Trouble occurs in the House of Ewing, when J.R.'s affair reaches the wrong men.
5. Barbecue
Air Date: 1978-04-30
It's time for the annual Ewing Barbecue (where the Ewings feed half of Texas) but there is an unexpected guest, Digger Barnes. But this guest comes alongside unexpected news, Pam's pregnant!
1. Reunion (1)
Air Date: 1978-09-23
The Ewing family is complete when Bobby and Pam find Gary, the long-lost third Ewing brother. But J.R. has other plans: Get Gary out of the house. Something happens to only strengthen the bond between the family and Gary, Lucy brings her mother back to Southfork
2. Reunion (2)
Air Date: 1978-09-30
JR is frustrated with Gary back, and even more so with the return of Val, but he soon gets his way, as JR often does.
3. Old Acquaintance
Air Date: 1978-10-07
Jenna Wade, Bobby's ex-girlfriend, arrives in Dallas seeking Bobby's help. Meanwhile, J.R. hopes that Pam's jealousy will make her decide to leave Dallas.
4. Bypass
Air Date: 1978-10-14
Jock suffers a heart attack and must undergo bypass surgery to survive. Meanwhile, Bobby is sceptical of J.R.'s business ideas.
5. Black Market Baby
Air Date: 1978-10-15
Worried about not being able to produce a Ewing heir before Pamela does, Sue Ellen decides to pursue illegal adoption.
6. Double Wedding
Air Date: 1978-10-21
Pam is thrown for a loop when her ex-husband arrives in Dallas claiming they are still legally married. Upon hearing this, J.R. decides to use it to his advantage.
7. Runaway
Air Date: 1978-10-28
It's Lucy's birthday, but after a fight with Jock, she runs away from home.
8. Election
Air Date: 1978-11-05
J.R. tries to stop Cliff Barnes from running for state senate and gets help in doing so from Pamela.
9. Survival
Air Date: 1978-11-12
Sue Ellen and Pamela fear the worst about their husbands when they receive news that the Ewing Oil plane has crashed.
10. Act of Love
Air Date: 1978-11-19
Sue Ellen is devastated when after having an affair with Cliff, she learns she's pregnant and does not know who the father is.
11. Triangle
Air Date: 1978-11-26
A love triangle emerges when Ray decides to pop the question to Garnett McGee, a country singer, but she falls for J.R. when he lands her a recording contract.
12. Fallen Idol
Air Date: 1978-12-03
Guzzler, an old friend of Bobby's arrives in Dallas and the two decide to do business together by opening a shopping mall in Southfork. However, the rest of the Ewings are strongly against their plan.
13. Kidnapped
Air Date: 1978-12-17
When Bobby is kidnapped, J.R. and Ray come together to stage a rescue.
14. Home Again
Air Date: 1979-01-07
Miss Ellie is beyond belief when her brother, Garrison, who has been presumed dead for several years, returns to Southfork very much alive.
15. For Love or Money
Air Date: 1979-01-14
When J.R. strays from his marriage once again, Sue Ellen leaves Southfork to stay with her mother and sister.
16. Julie's Return
Air Date: 1979-01-26
Jock gets back together with Julie, his former secretary, who doesn't treat him nice because of his heart attack.
17. The Red File (1)
Air Date: 1979-02-02
J.R. has Cliff arrested for murder when Julie is found dead.
18. The Red File (2)
Air Date: 1979-02-09
Pamela is convinced J.R. framed Cliff for Julie's death so Bobby sets out to find out what really caused Julie's death.
19. Sue Ellen's Sister
Air Date: 1979-02-16
While Pamela is out of town, Kristin tries to seduce Bobby.
20. Call Girl
Air Date: 1979-02-23
J.R. finds the perfect opportunity to make Pam look bad after she becomes friends with a former call girl.
21. Royal Marriage
Air Date: 1979-03-09
J.R. believes he can create a business dynasty when Lucy announces that she is engaged to the son of a Texas oil family.
22. The Outsiders
Air Date: 1979-03-16
Ray falls for Donna McCullum and J.R. uses the fact that Donna is married to Senator Sam Culver in his plot to stop Cliff.
23. John Ewing III (1)
Air Date: 1979-03-23
J.R. becomes worried when Sue Ellen begins to drink while she is pregnant. Lucy also begins to head down a path of self-destruction when she begins to take drugs after her engagement falls apart.
24. John Ewing III (2)
Air Date: 1979-04-06
Due to her erratic behavior and alcoholism, Sue Ellen is sent to a sanitarium. When she is able to escape, Sue Ellen delivers her baby following a near-death experience. Meanwhile, Bobby begins to suspect that Cliff is the father of Sue Ellen's baby.
1. Whatever Happened to Baby John? (1)
Air Date: 1979-09-21
Sue Ellen suffers post-partum depression and becomes disinterested in her newborn child. Meanwhile, Cliff claims that John Ross is his son.
2. Whatever Happened to Baby John? (2)
Air Date: 1979-09-28
Bobby suspects that Cliff is to blame when John Ross goes missing. Meanwhile, J.R. receives a 1 million dollar ransom demand.
3. The Silent Killer
Air Date: 1979-10-05
When it is uncovered that Digger has a fatal genetic disorder, Cliff worries that he may have passed on the faulty gene to John Ross if indeed he is the father.
4. Secrets
Air Date: 1979-10-12
As Pam decides to not tell Bobby she's pregnant due to the family's genetic disorder, Val tries to convince Bobby to have Lucy meet with her.
5. The Kristin Affair
Air Date: 1979-10-19
Kristin begins to pursue J.R. romantically after he gives her a summer job in his office. Meanwhile, Bobby learns the truth that Pam is pregnant before she makes a decision about having an abortion due to the risk of genetic defect.
6. The Dove Hunt
Air Date: 1979-10-26
J.R. and Jock are both shot by a sniper when a man seeks revenge on the Ewing family during a hunting trip in Louisiana.
7. The Lost Child
Air Date: 1979-11-02
As Bobby bonds with the ranch hand's son, Pam informs him that their unborn child may have a fatal genetic defect. Meanwhile, J.R. hires a man to tail Sue Ellen.
8. Rodeo
Air Date: 1979-11-09
At the annual Ewing rodeo, Sue Ellen develops a crush on Dusty Farlow, a cowboy, and Digger uses the event to find time to see John Ross.
9. Mastectomy (1)
Air Date: 1979-11-16
Miss Ellie worries that her marriage will fall apart when she believes she has breast cancer. Meanwhile, Sue Ellen has a fling with Dusty, the cowboy; and Alan furthers J.R.'s plan.
10. Mastectomy (2)
Air Date: 1979-11-16
Miss Ellie must cope with Jock and Lucy's poor reaction to her mastectomy. Meanwhile, Sue Ellen meets up with Dusty at a hotel.
11. The Heiress
Air Date: 1979-11-23
Lucy pursues Alan Beam. Pam confronts Bobby about trying to ruin Cliff and as she does so she inadvertently learns about J.R.'s oil deal in Asia.
12. Ellie Saves the Day
Air Date: 1979-11-30
J.R. must admit that Southfork may be threatened when Asian oil drilling is delayed by storms and his loan on the property is due.
13. Mother of the Year
Air Date: 1979-12-14
Sue Ellen's continuing post-partum depression and avoidance of John Ross begins to create conflict among the family. Meanwhile, Jock must sell the Asian oil leases in order to keep Southfork.
14. Return Engagements
Air Date: 1979-12-20
Miss Ellie's sadness over Gary's birthday is short-lived when she learns the he and Val plan to marry in Dallas.
15. Love and Marriage
Air Date: 1979-12-21
J.R. works to get Bobby back in the office so that Jock will be forced to say home. Pam surrounds herself with her work after losing her baby.
16. Power Play
Air Date: 1980-01-04
Much to Kristin's surprise, J.R. convinces Alan to marry Lucy.
17. Paternity Suit
Air Date: 1980-01-11
Digger admits to a reporter that Cliff is the father of John Ross. After the news breaks, a series of custody suits lead to a blood test that determines the paternity of John Ross once and for all.
18. Jenna's Return
Air Date: 1980-01-18
As Sue Ellen continues to see Dusty, Bobby meets up with Jenna when Pam leaves town. Meanwhile, Ray and Donna second guess their relationship.
19. Sue Ellen's Choice
Air Date: 1980-02-01
Sue Ellen receives pressure from Dusty to leave J.R., which ultimately leads Sue Ellen to ask for a divorce. Meanwhile, Bobby and Pam's marriage is also on shaky ground due to Jenna's return.
20. Second Thoughts
Air Date: 1980-02-08
J.R. tries to convince Alan and Lucy to relocate to Chicago, but Jock works to find Alan a law partnership in Dallas.
21. Divorce - Ewing Style
Air Date: 1980-02-15
When J.R. learns that Sue Ellen is having him followed, he strikes back by stopping her from taking John Ross away from him by proving she is drinking again.
22. Jock's Trial (1)
Air Date: 1980-02-22
Cliff investigation of the body found on Southfork leads him to suspect that Jock is to blame.
23. Jock's Trial (2)
Air Date: 1980-02-29
Jock goes on trial for murder. Sue Ellen begins drinking heavily to deal with Dusty's death.
24. The Wheeler Dealer
Air Date: 1980-03-14
J.R. continues to try to strike a deal for his Asian oil and Pam sets out to find information on her mother who is believed to be dead.
25. A House Divided
Air Date: 1980-03-21
Bobby and Pam leave Southfork. Meanwhile, J.R. is shot following the nationalization of the Asian oil wells which ends up ruining competing oil wells.
1. No More Mister Nice Guy (1)
Air Date: 1980-11-07
J.R. is rushed to the hospital in critical condition following his gunshot wound. As the police investigate, they discover many people have the motive for shooting J.R. and everyone patiently waits by J.R.'s bedside hoping he will wake up and identify the shooter.
2. No More Mister Nice Guy (2)
Air Date: 1980-11-09
J.R., paralyzed after the shooting, undergoes further surgery to help save his life. While J.R. is in the hospital, Bobby takes over Ewing Oil for the time being. Meanwhile, Sue Ellen worries that she was the shooter as the police identify more suspects in the shooting.
3. Nightmare
Air Date: 1980-11-14
Bobby has a hard time running Ewing Oil with J.R. undermining his every decision. Meanwhile, Miss Ellie finds the gun that was used in the shooting and Sue Ellen, full of guilt, has nightmares about J.R.'s shooting.
4. Who Done It?
Air Date: 1980-11-21
Sue Ellen is arrested for the shooting and the Ewings abandon her completely, not coming to her aid. After bail is posted by an unknown person, a session with a psychiatrist reveals the real shooter.
5. Taste of Success
Air Date: 1980-11-28
Loving his newfound power as head of Ewing Oil, Bobby works to accomplish something that Jock or J.R. never did -- buy a refinery.
6. The Venezuelan Connection
Air Date: 1980-12-05
Jock is torn between Bobby and J.R. when J.R. decides to take back control of Ewing Oil, but Bobby refuses to relinquish his position. Meanwhile, Pam continues to search for her mother and Lucy's friends meet Mitch Cooper.
7. The Fourth Son
Air Date: 1980-12-12
Amos, Ray Krebbs' father, arrives in Southfork with shocking news. Meanwhile, Bobby must deal with his first crisis at Ewing Oil when a tanker and the 600,000 barrels onboard sink.
8. Trouble at Ewing 23
Air Date: 1980-12-19
When Ewing 23 receives a bomb threat, the incident gives J.R. an opening to take back control of Ewing Oil. Meanwhile, Ray reels from the shocking news that he is Jock's son and worries that Donna is slipping away from him.
9. The Prodigal Mother
Air Date: 1981-01-02
Pam believes that she has finally located her mother. Meanwhile, Mitch agrees to marry Lucy and J.R. hatches his plan to regain power of Ewing Oil.
10. Executive Wife
Air Date: 1981-01-09
Pam begins to feel lonely as Bobby spends most of his time preoccupied with Ewing Oil. Meanwhile, J.R. tries to convince Jock to work on a deal that would go against Bobby.
11. End of the Road (1)
Air Date: 1981-01-16
J.R. falls for Mitch's sister, Afton, and tries to gain the upper hand when Bobby makes a deal on behalf of Ewing Oil.
12. End of the Road (2)
Air Date: 1981-01-23
As J.R. flirts with Afton at the wedding, Sue Ellen finds herself pursuing an old boyfriend.
13. Making of a President
Air Date: 1981-01-30
As J.R. returns to his position at Ewing Oil, J.R. undergoes a public relations campaign in order to help his image. Meanwhile, Sue Ellen finds Pam with Alex and Miss Ellie continues to be angry with Jock.
14. Start the Revolution With Me
Air Date: 1981-02-06
J.R. sets out to exact revenge on the Asian government after it takes over Ewing Oil wells. Meanwhile, Bobby looks into solar energy.
15. The Quest
Air Date: 1981-02-13
J.R. sets out to put an end to Cliff's potential political career, but is surprised when he learns who else is looking into having a political career. Meanwhile, Sue Ellen believes she has a stalker.
16. Lover, Come Back
Air Date: 1981-02-20
Though at first she is overjoyed that Dusty is alive, Sue Ellen's happiness proves to be short-lived. Meanwhile, J.R.'s dealings in Asia brings the Cartel back to life.
17. The New Mrs. Ewing
Air Date: 1981-02-27
As Donna and Ray tie the knot, Lucy competes for Miss Young Dallas. Meanwhile, Jock and Miss Ellie continue to feud.
18. Mark of Cain
Air Date: 1981-03-13
As J.R. continues to deal in Asia, the Ewing family split over what is being done. Meanwhile, Lucy's inflated ego over her pageant win creates tension and Sue Ellen continues her affair with Clint Ogden.
19. The Gathering Storm
Air Date: 1981-03-27
With their marriage on the rocks, Jock threatens to sell Ewing Oil if Ellie divorces him. Meanwhile, Clint tries to convince Sue Ellen to leave J.R.; Lucy's ego continues to threaten her marriage; and Pam becomes suspicious of Cliff.
20. Ewing vs. Ewing
Air Date: 1981-04-03
Newlyweds Donna and Ray tries to fix Jock and Ellie's strained marriage. Meanwhile, J.R. continues to try to sell out Ewing Oil.
21. New Beginnings
Air Date: 1981-04-10
J.R.'s plan to sell is cut short by Jock and Ellie's reconciliation. Meanwhile, Jeremy Wendell sets out to get revenge against J.R.
22. Full Circle
Air Date: 1981-04-17
Kristen makes her return to Dallas; Lucy and Mitch split up; and Cliff meets his mother.
23. Ewing-Gate
Air Date: 1981-05-01
J.R.'s deals in Asia may end up costing him Ewing Oil, as well as his freedom. Meanwhile, Dusty tries to get Sue Ellen to take John Ross and leave J.R.
1. Missing Heir
Air Date: 1981-10-09
The body found in the pool on Southfork is finally identified, which prompts J.R. and Cliff to accuse each other of the murder.
2. Gone, But Not Forgotten
Air Date: 1981-10-16
Cliff and J.R. continue to clash -- J.R. hatches a plot to get John Ross back, but Cliff decides to leave Dallas. Meanwhile, Lucy tries to repair her marriage.
3. Showdown at San Angelo
Air Date: 1981-10-23
With the help of Miss Ellie, J.R. is able to see John Ross while he is at Clayton Farlow's ranch. Meanwhile, Ray goes into business.
4. Little Boy Lost
Air Date: 1981-10-30
J.R. gets ready for a custody battle while Bobby begins the search for a child to adopt. Meanwhile, Cliff meets Katherine, his half-sister.
5. The Sweet Smell of Revenge
Air Date: 1981-11-06
J.R. confronts the Farlows about John Ross. Meanwhile, Pam is sent to the hospital following a breakdown.
6. The Big Shut Down
Air Date: 1981-11-13
J.R. tries to seek revenge on the Farlow's by drying up their oil supply. Meanwhile, Bobby is able to buy information about Kristin's baby.
7. Blocked
Air Date: 1981-11-20
J.R.'s plot to dry up the Farlows' oil backfires. Meanwhile, Pam continues to withdraw from the family.
8. The Split
Air Date: 1981-11-27
Jock unveils the new plan for Ewing Oil. Meanwhile, Ray's development runs into problems and Donna's book is published.
9. Five Dollars a Barrel
Air Date: 1981-12-04
Cliff confronts J.R. about the note he is holding for the Ewings and threatens foreclosure. Meanwhile, Bobby uncovers a link between Kristin and J.R.
10. Starting Over
Air Date: 1981-12-11
Miss Ellie discovers J.R.'s true motives as J.R. heads to a broker to look into selling Ewing stock. Meanwhile, Bobby uncovers the truth about Kristin's baby.
11. Waterloo at Southfork
Air Date: 1981-12-18
Miss Ellie turns on J.R. as J.R. tries to get Sue Ellen declared an unfit mother. Meanwhile, Ray pulls out of his development deal.
12. Barbecue Two
Air Date: 1982-01-01
Miss Ellie puts together a homecoming barbecue when she learns that Jock is coming home from South Africa. However, the plans are put on hold when the family receives a devistating phone call.
13. The Search
Air Date: 1982-01-08
In shock over Jock's disappearance, J.R., Bobby and Ray head to South America to help the crash investigation.
14. Denial
Air Date: 1982-01-15
The reality of Jock's death hits J.R. hard. Meanwhile, Miss Ellie stops Jock's will from being read and Ray and Donna's relationship begins to fall apart.
15. Head of the Family
Air Date: 1982-01-22
While J.R. recovers from the devistation of Jock's death, Bobby takes over Ewing Oil. Meanwhile, Bobby lies to Pam about where the baby come from.
16. The Phoenix
Air Date: 1982-01-29
As J.R. makes his return to Ewing Oil, Ray faces conflict with Bobby and Donna. Meanwhile, Lucy is stalked by her photographer friend.
17. My Father, My Son
Air Date: 1982-02-05
J.R. wants Ray's Ewing Oil voting shares and to ruin Sue Ellen and Cliff's friendship. Bobby manages to make some inroads into adopting Christopher. Donna begins to work on her next book. After seeing Mitch with somebody else, Lucy ends up with another man.
18. Anniversary
Air Date: 1982-02-12
J.R. arranges a job opportunity so that Cliff will be out of Dallas. He then attempts to reunite with Sue Ellen. Donna finds Ray with another woman. Bobby buys a business for Pam to run. Evelyn informs Lucy that she wants to be with Mitch.
19. Adoption
Air Date: 1982-02-19
Bobby wants Sue Ellen's approval to allow him to adopt Christopher. J.R. attempts to get Ray's voting shares once and for all. Roger's obsession with Lucy gets out of control. Cliff learns about J.R.'s plan to get him out of Dallas.
20. The Maelstrom
Air Date: 1982-02-26
Not knowing how Christopher really is, J.R. attempts to find out what happened to Kristin's son. Ray starts to put his life back together. Mitch wants Lucy to agree to a divorce. J.R. meets Katherine Wentworth.
21. The Prodigal
Air Date: 1982-03-05
Katherine need help from J.R. after Cliff is given power at Wentworth Tool and Die. Donna discovers a dreadful secret from the Ewing and Culver family pasts. J.R. manages to get his hands on Christopher's birth records.
22. Vengeance
Air Date: 1982-03-12
Cliff ends up falling for the fake land deal. J.R.'s belief that's he's Christopher's father ends up leading to a blackmail plot. Lucy's request for a different photographer annoys Roger.
23. Blackmail
Air Date: 1982-03-19
Bobby finds himself being questioned about Farraday's murder. The rest of the family await word about Lucy's kidnapping. Donna reveals what she found out about Jock and Sam's scheme.
24. The Investigation
Air Date: 1982-03-26
Cliff attempts to get money from Sue Ellen. Bobby and Pam attempt to find Lucy. Bobby receives a visit from Farraday's associates.
25. Acceptance
Air Date: 1982-04-02
Miss Ellie decides to accept that Jock is dead and comes to a decision on Donna's book. Bobby tries to help the police set up a sting to catch Farraday's killers. Cliff ends up being fired for embezzlement by his mother; J.R. attempts to win back Sue Ellen.
26. Goodbye, Cliff Barnes
Air Date: 1982-04-09
Cliff is really upset by Sue Ellen's return to J.R.. Bobby ends up revealing the truth about Christopher's parentage to Pam. Clayton returns to town. Lucy ends up admitting a terrible secret.
1. Changing of the Guard
Air Date: 1982-10-01
J.R. looses his position as Ewing Oil president and discovers that he's not Christopher's father. A comatose Cliff fights for his life. Lucy awaits to find out if she is pregnant. Holly Harwood meets Bobby and ends up making J.R. an interesting offer.
2. Where There's a Will
Air Date: 1982-10-08
J.R. attempts to get an early look at Jock's will. Lucy reveals the truth to Pam. Sue Ellen thinks about if she really wants to marry J.R. Marilee Stone offers Cliff a job. Ray learns about Amos Krebbs' health problems.
3. Billion Dollar Question
Air Date: 1982-10-15
J.R. wants to have Jock's will executed and has the IRS pay a visit to Bobby. Lucy deals with her pregnancy. Miss Ellie decides to go to the Oil Barons Ball. Ray is told about Amos' death.
4. The Big Ball
Air Date: 1982-10-22
J.R. is still running Harwood Oil and hopes that the Jock Ewing Scholarship will lead to him being declared officially dead. Dusty wants to know if he and Sue Ellen could have a future togther. Ray and Donna go to Amos' funeral.
5. Jock's Will
Air Date: 1982-10-29
Jock's will ends up revealing the future fate of Ewing Oil. Ray asks Mickey to come stay at Southfork. Pam thinks that Lucy needs to get back to work. J.R. and Sue Ellen decide the date to get remarried.
6. Aftermath
Air Date: 1982-11-05
J.R. and Bobby start the contest to try and gain control of Ewing Oil. A plot to gain revenge sees Rebecca buying an oil company.
7. Hit and Run
Air Date: 1982-11-12
Cliff takes over Barnes-Wentworth leaving Pam feeling more torn than ever between the Barnes and Ewing families. J.R. goes to great lengths to gain a drilling variance. Lucy goes ahead with her divorce. Ray is not happy with Mickey's behavior.
8. The Ewing Touch
Air Date: 1982-11-19
J.R. manages to get a drilling variance and competes with Bobby. Christopher's adoption is finally finalized. Cliff feels Pam should help his company. Mickey continues to infuriate Ray.
9. Fringe Benefits
Air Date: 1982-11-26
Afton and Sue Ellen attempt to help their men gain a lucrative refinery contract. J.R. isn't happy about aeeing Miss Ellie socializing with men. Pam attempts to convince Bobby to end the contest for Ewing Oil.
10. The Wedding
Air Date: 1982-12-03
It is the day of J.R. and Sue Ellen's wedding. Ray doesn't want Mickey becoming involved with Lucy. The Cartel wants J.R. to stop over-producing crude oil. Donna comes a decision about serving on the Texas Energy Commission.
11. Post Nuptial
Air Date: 1982-12-10
Cliff fights with J.R. - Donna is concerned that being on the TEC will cause more family problems. Bobby believes that J.R. is involved in illegal oil sales.
12. Barbecue Three
Air Date: 1982-12-17
J.R is confronted by Cliff and the Cartel at the annual Ewing barbecue. Miss Ellie decides that she needs to take action against the effects Jock's will is having on the family.
13. Mama Dearest
Air Date: 1982-12-31
Bobby and J.R. are not happy about Miss Ellie's decision to contest Jock's will. Afton attempts to get a commiment out of Cliff/ J.R.'s cheap gasoline ends up making the headlines.
14. The Ewing Blues
Air Date: 1983-01-07
Miss Ellie feels conflicted about contesting Jock's will. Pam meets Mark Graison. Donna thinks about leaving the TEC. Holly wants to end her partnership with J.R.
15. The Reckoning
Air Date: 1983-01-14
The battle over Jock's will ends up in court. J.R. wants to use Mark Graison to cause problems between Pam and Bobby.
16. A Ewing is a Ewing
Air Date: 1983-01-28
Cliff wants J.R. to run for office and be out of the oil business. Mark maintains an interest in Pam. Miss Ellie take a holiday in Galveston. Bobby thinks that J.R. has the TEC in his back pocket.
17. Crash of '83
Air Date: 1983-02-04
Bobby attempts to blackmail Hicks into stopping J.R. J.R. is concerned that Clayton will undermine his standing with Miss Ellie. Mickey and Lucy start to grow closer.
18. Requiem
Air Date: 1983-02-11
Rebecca fights for her life following the plane crash as Cliff and Pam pray for her recovery. The TEC have a rethink concerning J.R.'s drilling variance
19. Legacy
Air Date: 1983-02-18
After Pam leaves Southfork it gives J.R. an opportunity to alienate her more from Bobby. Rebecca's will is read following her death. Lucy and Mickey continue to grow closer. J.R. makes a deal in the Caribbean. Clayton admits that he's dating Miss Ellie.
20. Brothers and Sisters
Air Date: 1983-02-25
Katherine plots to make sure that Bobby sees Pam with Mark Graison. Holly isn't happy about J.R.'s Caribbean oil dealings. Clayton sells the Southern Cross and moves closer to Miss Ellie.
21. Caribbean Connection
Air Date: 1983-03-04
Bobby and Ray attempt to stop J.R.'s deal to ship oil to Cuba. Sue Ellen is concerned that her personal life could ruin J.R.'s chances if he enters politics. Donna believes that greed is motivating Mickey's interest in Lucy. Cliff rebounds from his mother's death.
22. The Sting
Air Date: 1983-03-11
Bobby and Ray are able to stop J.R.'s Cuban oil deal/ Walt and Holly vow to get revenge. Bobby warns Mark away from Pam. Mickey and Lucy kiss. Katherine wants to help J.R. in his fight against Cliff.
23. Hell Hath No Fury
Air Date: 1983-03-18
J.R. attempts to gain permission to travel to Cuba. Holly wants to hurt J.R. and Sue Ellen's marriage. Lucy starts to model again. Weather ends up threatening to hurt Bobby's Canadian venture. Ray offers his assistance in the fight for Ewing Oil.
24. Cuba Libre
Air Date: 1983-03-25
J.R. has to go to Cuba to get his money back. Katherine takes advantage of Mark and Pam's French holiday to make a move on Bobby. Aunt Lil shows up to see Mickey.
25. Tangled Web
Air Date: 1983-04-01
After having arrived in Cuba, J.R. attempts to get his $40 million back. Katherine confronts Cliff about the drill bit Bobby requires. Miss Ellie quizzes Clayton about his relationship with Sue Ellen. Ray informs Aunt Lil that Jock was his real father and not Amos. Things heat up between Mark and Pam.
26. Things Ain't Goin' Too Good at Southfork
Air Date: 1983-04-15
J.R.'s infidelity sees Sue Ellen beginning to drink again. Miss Ellie wants to know if Clayton has feelings towards Sue Ellen. Pam returns from France wanting to know what is going on between Bobby and Katherine. Cliff still refuses to allow Bobby to have the needed drill bit he requires.
27. Penultimate
Air Date: 1983-04-29
Mickey is left comatose following the car crash. Bobby blames Holly and Clayton blames J.R. for Sue Ellen starting to drink again. Lucy blames Sue Ellen for what has happened to Mickey. J.R. offers Holly the chance to buy him out of her company. Mark wants a commitment from Pam.
28. Ewing Inferno
Air Date: 1983-05-06
J.R. works out that Holly's desire to pay him in installments is because of Bobby. Pam wants a divorce. Aunt Lil believes that it could have been better had Mickey died in the accident. Clayton wants Miss Ellie to travel with him. A fire breaks out at Southfork after Ray and J.R. fight.
1. The Road Back
Air Date: 1983-09-30
Bobby attempts to rescue those trapped in the fire at Southfork. Mickey opens his eyes.
2. The Long Goodbye
Air Date: 1983-10-07
Sue Ellen wants autonomy from J.R. Pam and Bobby talk about getting back together. Clayton wants Bobby to look after Miss Ellie.
3. The Letter
Air Date: 1983-10-14
Katherine attempts to convince both Bobby and Pam to get a divorce. Sue Ellen looks help in dealing with John Ross' mental health issues.
4. My Brother's Keeper
Air Date: 1983-10-21
Pam and Bobby begin divorce proceedings. Peter starts to become smitten with Sue Ellen. Lucy attempts to comfort Mickey; J.R. continues to play Bobby in their contest to control the company.
5. The Quality of Mercy
Air Date: 1983-10-28
Mickey's depression increases Ray ends up taking some drastic action after Micjey's health deteriorates. Pam considers an offer to team with Cliff and Mark. Cliff wants Sly to spy for him.
6. Check and Mate
Air Date: 1983-11-04
Ray ends up being charged with Mickey's murder. Punk reveals who the winner is in the battle for Ewing Oil. Holly attempts to pursue a relationship with Bobby.
7. Ray's Trial
Air Date: 1983-11-11
Ray's murder trial gets under way. Bobby runs into Jenna Wade. Sue Ellen's interest in Peter causes jealousy from J.R.
8. The Oil Baron's Ball
Air Date: 1983-11-18
Ray learns his fate as his trial for the murder of Mickey comes to an end. Pam isn't happy to see Jenna at the Oil Baron's Ball.
9. Morning After
Air Date: 1983-11-25
Cliff's comments about Jock and Digger don't sit to well with the Ewing family. After Jenna and Bobby spend the night together, Katherine is upset at not being Bobby's date. J.R. wonders if Charlie could be Bobby's daughter.
10. The Buck Stops Here
Air Date: 1983-12-02
In an effort to hold onto Bobby, Katherine attempts to bribe Jenna. JR is concerned that Sue Ellen and Peter have become more than friends but Sue Ellen is keeping her distance.
11. To Catch a Sly
Air Date: 1983-12-09
JR's secretary is forced by Cliff into spying for him. After JR finds out he turns Sly into a double agent. Bobby and Pam continue to fight their feelings for each other.
12. Barbecue Four
Air Date: 1983-12-16
Miss Ellie and Clayton return home for the annual Southfork barbecue. JR manages to get one over on Cliff. Katherine vows to get rid of Jenna.
13. Past Imperfect
Air Date: 1983-12-23
J.R. is determined to break up Ellie and Clayton's engagement. Jenna is not happy after Bobby buys her a boutique to secure her own independence.
14. Peter's Principles
Air Date: 1984-01-06
Mark is not happy with Pam for meeting Bobby. Sue Ellen ends up giving in to her passion for Peter. J.R. investigates Clayton's family.
15. Offshore Crude
Air Date: 1984-01-13
Sue Ellen reminds JR that they have an open marriage as she desperately attempts to stay away from Peter.
16. Some Do… Some Don't
Air Date: 1984-01-20
Sue Ellen is told by JR to finish her affair with Peter because he wants another baby.
17. Eye of the Beholder
Air Date: 1984-01-27
Sue Ellen is left upset after she sees Peter with Lucy. Ellie decides not to marry Clayton.
18. Twelve Mile Limit
Air Date: 1984-02-03
Mark asks Pam to marry him. Edgar is discovered unconscious in his hotel room.
19. Where is Poppa?
Air Date: 1984-02-10
JR and Peter find out that Sue Ellen miscarried as a result of the accident. Mark pressures Pam for an answer to his marriage proposal.
20. When the Bough Breaks
Air Date: 1984-02-17
Jenna is quizzed by Bobby about Charlie's father. Peter considers having a baby with Sue Ellen.
21. True Confessions
Air Date: 1984-02-24
Jenna tells Bobby the reasons why she named him as the father on Charlie's birth certificate.
22. And the Winner Is...
Air Date: 1984-03-02
The winning bidder of the oil contract is revealed. Sue Ellen hears a confession from Peter.
23. Fools Rush In
Air Date: 1984-03-09
Miss Ellie sets a wedding date to marry Clayton. Katherine attempts to convince Pam to marry Mark.
24. The Unexpected
Air Date: 1984-03-16
JR attempts to destroy Peter. Pam finally gives Mark an answer to his marriage proposal.
25. Strange Alliance
Air Date: 1984-03-23
Jenna wants Bobby to sort out the way he is feeling. Lucy wonders why Peter won't go on a date with her.
26. Blow Up
Air Date: 1984-04-06
Lucy works outs that Peter and Sue Ellen have been seeing one another. JR and Jessica make plans to stop the wedding.
27. Turning Point
Air Date: 1984-04-13
Clayton warns his sister to stay away from JR. Sue Ellen wonders why Pam agreed to marry Mark.
28. Love Stories
Air Date: 1984-05-04
JR manages to trick Katherine. Cliff realises the severity of his current situation.
29. Hush, Hush, Sweet Jessie
Air Date: 1984-05-11
JR ends up realizing that his mother could be in grave danger after he takes a look into someone's past.
30. End Game
Air Date: 1984-05-18
The tensions increase at the Ewing's ranch as the search for Miss Ellie and Jessica continues.
1. Killer at Large
Air Date: 1984-09-28
Afton finds Bobby shot in J.R.'s office. Lucy suspects J.R. framed Peter. Ray tries to warn J.R. against Randolph. Sue Ellen and J.R. have a new "marital arrangement" after the showdown with Peter. Lucy, J.R., and Sue Ellen rush to Dallas Memorial where Bobby undergoes an operation. J.R. realises the killer was after him. Tract 340 comes in and Cliff is delighted. The bullet wound blinds Bobby. Marilee is angry with J.R. after Cliff strikes oil. Afton suspects Cliff shot Bobby. Jenna and Pam meet by Bobby's hospital bed. An attempt is made on J.R.'s life. Afton leaves Cliff. Pam stops Katherine from going into the hospital to see Bobby. Marilee seduces Cliff. Bobby is sceptical about J.R. "watching" the Ewing Oil business while he's away. J.R. and Bobby learn that the killer is still at large.
2. Battle Lines
Air Date: 1984-10-05
Bobby informs Jenna that marriage is off the cards unless he manages to regain his sight. Cliff ends up being arrested for attempted murder.
3. If at First You Don't Succeed
Air Date: 1984-10-12
Pam vows to ruin JR. The Ewing family receives sad news about Jock's brother Jason.
4. Jamie
Air Date: 1984-10-19
Katherine is discovered attempting to kill Bobby and is taken off to jail. JR meets his niece Jamie.
5. Family
Air Date: 1984-10-26
JR is not convinced that Jamie is really a Ewing. Pam and Jackie see Mark's car.
6. Shadow of a Doubt
Air Date: 1984-11-02
After Pam receives some flowers from 'Mark' she wonders if he is still really alive.
7. Homecoming
Air Date: 1984-11-09
Pam decides to hire a salvage expert to find out what really happened to Mark in the plane crash.
8. Oil Baron's Ball III
Air Date: 1984-11-16
Pam is upset after she finds out about Bobby and Jenna's upcoming marriage plans.
9. Shadows
Air Date: 1984-11-23
Miss Ellie ends up realizing that Clayton is still feeling sensitive about her past with Jock.
10. Charlie
Air Date: 1984-11-30
Cliff believes that there is a conspiracy going on between JR and Wendell.
11. Barbecue Five
Air Date: 1984-12-07
Mandy ends up going on a lunch date with JR, but only after Cliff approves of the idea.
12. Do You Take This Woman…
Air Date: 1984-12-14
Lucy ends up giving in to Eddie's charms in a deserted stable. Bobby ends up being jilted at the alter by Jenna.
13. Deja Vu
Air Date: 1984-12-21
Pam attempts to hide her happiness after she learns that Bobby's wedding was cancelled.
14. Odd Man Out
Air Date: 1984-12-28
Bobby finds it hard to come to terms with the fact that Jenna has married somebody else. Pam continues to look for Mark.
15. Lockup in Laredo
Air Date: 1985-01-04
J.R. is confronted by Jamie about his marital indiscretions. Lucy attempts to help Eddie.
16. Winds of War
Air Date: 1985-01-11
Lucy and Eddie begin working together. Bobby ends up being contacted about a ransom.
17. Bail Out
Air Date: 1985-01-25
Pam discovers the truth behind her search for Mark.
18. Legacy of Hate
Air Date: 1985-02-01
Mandy finds herself feeling torn between Cliff and J.R. Pam is out for revenge.
19. Sins of the Fathers
Air Date: 1985-02-08
Jenna is scared that she could have killed Marchetta.
20. The Brothers Ewing
Air Date: 1985-02-15
The Ewing brothers attempt to protect the family fortune. Sue Ellen takes a trip overseas.
21. Shattered Dreams
Air Date: 1985-02-22
J.R. confides in Mandy and tries to get Cliff out of her life. Miss Ellie vows to stay at Southfork with Clayton through the troubled times. Donna argues with Ray over his involvement in the fight for Ewing Oil. Veronica Robinson contacts Bobby. On her way to Hong Kong, Pam feels she's still attached to Bobby. Cliff tries to figure out a way to make sure Jamie stays on his side. The venue of Jenna's trial is changed to Dallas. Lucy learns she's been sharing Eddie with his girlfriend Betty. Cliff offers Jamie a job. J.R.'s plan to win over Mandy backfires. Lucy confronts Eddie and tells him off. Pam gets her hopes up for finding Mark in Hong Kong. Clayton proposes a truce to Ray. Veronica is found dead and Jenna's hopes are shattered again.
22. Dead Ends
Air Date: 1985-03-01
Bobby refuses to believe that Veronica died of natural causes. Barnes-Wentworth hires Jamie as a drilling expert. Ray and J.R. investigate Jason Ewing's past. In Hong Kong, Pam suspects J.R. may be behind her trip. Cliff tries to rush his lawyer in the lawsuit against the Ewings. Police say Veronica died of a drug overdose. J.R. wants to have a fresh start with Mandy. Despite an initial setback, Pam is determined to find Mark in Hong Kong. Cliff tries to get closer to Jamie. Ray explains to Donna his reasons for siding with J.R. Sly Lovegren returns to Ewing Oil. Bobby and Jenna locate a man from Veronica's flight. Marilee Stone makes up with Jamie. Cliff insults Mandy and gets a punch from J.R. Pam is disappointed in Hong Kong.
23. Trial and Error
Air Date: 1985-03-08
Sue Ellen consoles Pam in Hong Kong after her dreams of finding Mark Graison are shattered. Mandy Winger fears a deeper involvement with J.R. Christopher misses Pamela and is consoled by Bobby. Ray and Donna have a big fight after she strikes oil. Pam continues to suspect that J.R. is behind her Hong Kong trip. J.R. is seriously worried that Jenna Wade may go to prison and he wants to keep Bobby and Pamela apart. Bobby is forced to testify at Jenna's trial. Donna and Ray have serious marital problems and she moves into Southfork. Veronica's sister refuses to testify at Jenna's trial. Pam accepts that Mark is dead.
24. The Verdict
Air Date: 1985-03-15
Pam and Sue Ellen decide to stop over on the way from Hong Kong. Ewing 17 is shut down for contaminating drinking water and J.R. plots to set up the head of the Texas Energy Commission. Bobby pressures Veronica's sister Anne to testify for Jenna. Ray wants Donna back home. Anne cooperates with Bobby to some extent. Pam and Sue Ellen return to Dallas. Miss Ellie has a breakdown at the trial. Bobby tries to console Pam but Jenna is upset seeing them together up close. Mandy refuses to continue to see J.R. as long as he remains married to Sue Ellen. A verdict is pronounced in Jenna's murder trial.
25. Sentences
Air Date: 1985-03-29
J.R. blackmails the head of the Texas Energy Commission. Pam tells Cliff that she has finally accepted Mark Graison's death. Charlie has a tough life, with her father dead and her mother found guilty of manslaughter. Pam consoles Bobby after the verdict in Jenna's trial. Cliff and Jamie get a lot closer. Bobby makes a shocking announcement in court during Jenna's sentencing. Jamie tells Sue Ellen about her and Cliff. Sue Ellen learns for the first time about J.R. and Mandy Winger. Eddie and Lucy's partnership is dissolved and he leaves Dallas. Pam thinks Bobby lied to her about Charlie's paternity. Sue Ellen confronts J.R. about Mandy and threatens divorce. A court date is set in Jamie and Cliff's lawsuit against the Ewings. J.R. has a surprise meeting with Pam about her, Bobby, and the future. Bobby and Scotty Demarest question a stewardess about Veronica. Ray advises Lucy to contact Mitch. J.R. succeeds in manipulating the Texas Energy Commission's head into making trouble for Cliff.
26. Terms of Estrangement
Air Date: 1985-04-12
J.R. plots to have Pam and Bobby get back together. Cliff fears his offshore operation may be shut down. The airline comes up with breakthrough evidence in Jenna's case. J.R. is offered information on the lawsuit. Mandy Winger tells J.R. off. J.R. has an angry confrontation with Sue Ellen and Clayton. Cliff proposes to Jamie. Sue Ellen and Donna wonder about "the curse of Ewing men." J.R. gets Bobby thinking about going back to Pam. Jamie's brother Jack appears and offers J.R. a deal. Jenna's case is reopened but Bobby faces a problem with Jenna herself. Lucy succeeds in contacting Mitch.
27. The Ewing Connection
Air Date: 1985-04-19
J.R. tells Bobby and Ray about Jack's deal. Jamie is very upset after seeing Jack. Sue Ellen continues in her therapy group. Lucy meets with Mitch in Atlanta. Jack reveals his deal to the Ewing brothers. Pam and Bobby reminisce about old times and kiss. Cliff's Gold Canyon 340 continues to be shut down and Cliff is mad at the head of the Texas Energy Commission. John Ross has a medical emergency. Cliff tries to find Jack. The Ewing brothers sign a deal with Jack Ewing. Cliff rushes his marriage to Jamie. Donna learns she's pregnant. Police spot a suspect who probably killed Veronica. J.R. makes Sue Ellen feel guilty about John Ross' medical emergency and she turns to alcohol again.
28. Deeds and Misdeeds
Air Date: 1985-05-03
J.R. promises Mandy that Sue Ellen will soon be out of the picture for good. Cliff and Jamie make wedding preparations as the Ewing family discover proof their claim to Ewing Oil is false. Lucy and Mitch start to become closer again. Donna wants to tell Ray about the baby she is expecting.
29. Deliverance
Air Date: 1985-05-10
John Ross recovers after the surgery. Miss Ellie tells J.R. he should show Cliff the new evidence in the lawsuit. Police question the suspect in Jenna's case. J.R. asks Cliff to drop the lawsuit. Bobby and Pam vow love for one another. Ray gets excited about nailing Cliff in court and Donna doesn't like it. Donna conceals her pregnancy from Ray. The suspect confesses to having murdered Marchetta. Mitch asks Lucy to move in with him. The Ewings win the case against Cliff and Jamie. J.R. promises Mandy Winger to put Sue Ellen away into "the hands of professional medical help." Jenna is released and the Ewings throw a big victory party.
30. Swan Song
Air Date: 1985-05-17
Sue Ellen gets drunk at the Ewing victory party. Donna tells Ray about her pregnancy. J.R. reassures Mandy Winger that the problem with Sue Ellen will be resolved. Jenna can't wait to get married and Bobby is confused about who he should marry. Sue Ellen assures Clayton and Miss Ellie that she stopped drinking. Mitch and Lucy remarry. Cliff considers an annulment of his marriage to Jamie. Dusty reappears. Pam tells Bobby he has to marry Jenna. J.R. asks Sue Ellen to agree to end their marriage. Bobby proposes to Pam. Jamie surprises Cliff during their conversation about annulment. Then as Bobby leaves Pam's house, a car drives straight towards Pamela, Bobby pushes Pam out of the way and the car hits him. The crash and the driver is revealed to be Katherine Wentworth who is dead. Bobby is rushed to hospital where he dies of massive internal injuries.
1. The Family Ewing
Air Date: 1985-09-27
The Ewing family come together for Bobby's funeral. Dusty informs Sue Ellen that he is in love with her. Miss Ellie is happy to see Gary back home for a while.
2. Rock Bottom
Air Date: 1985-09-27
After Sue Ellen gets drunk again, a worried Clayton and Miss Ellie look for her. Bobby's will is read, leaving Cliff hoping to take advantage of what it says. Mandy wants J.R. to divorce Sue Ellen.
3. Those Eyes
Air Date: 1985-10-04
Clayton and Miss Ellie continue to look for Sue Ellen. Pam finds herself being courted by two offers for Christopher's Ewing Oil shares. J.R. and Dusty face off over Sue Ellen.
4. Resurrection
Air Date: 1985-10-11
Miss Ellie thinks about Jeremy Wendell's offer for her Ewing Oil stock. Dusty vows to stick by Sue Ellen. Pam is followed by a mysterious person.
5. Saving Grace
Air Date: 1985-10-18
Pam is shocked to find out that Mark Graison really is still alive. J.R. looks into Jack's background. Ray and Miss Ellie consider whether to accept Weststar's offer for their Ewing Oil stock. Dusty is concerned that his efforts to help Sue Ellen could actually be a hindrance to her recovery.
6. Mothers
Air Date: 1985-10-25
Sue Ellen's mother pays a visit to Southfork, hoping to reunite her and J.R. Mark explains his absence to Pam. Jack grows closer to Jenna. Miss Ellie wrestles with her decision about what to do with her Ewing Oil shares.
7. The Wind of Change
Air Date: 1985-11-01
Miss Ellie and Pam come to their final decisions about the Weststar offer. Donna and Ray receive some bad news about their unborn child. Sue Ellen continues to progress in her recovery. Jack attempts to woo Jenna further. Mandy makes an appearance at the Oil Baron's Ball.
8. Quandary
Air Date: 1985-11-08
Ray and Donna consider their options about what they can do with their unborn baby with down syndrome. Dusty claims that he's remaining in Dallas. J.R. attempts to find a way to rid himself of Pam. Cliff wants Jamie back. Angelica Nero tries to impress the city's oilmen.
9. Close Encounters
Air Date: 1985-11-15
Angelica makes an appearance at the Southfork Rodeo. Sue Ellen's mother warns her to stay away from Dusty. J.R. offers Jack a position at Ewing Oil. Donna is rushed to the hospital.
10. Suffer the Little Children
Air Date: 1985-11-22
Cliff attempts to repair his relationships with both Jamie and Pam. Sue Ellen restarts the custody battle with J.R.
11. The Prize
Air Date: 1985-11-29
John Ross runs away as his parents battle it out to gain custody of him. Angelica attempts to push through her deal with Ewing Oil. J.R. continues to investigate her motives.
12. En Passant
Air Date: 1985-12-06
J.R. decides to appeal having lost John Ross' custody. Donna and Ray attempt to deal with the loss of their baby in very different ways. J.R.'s kidnapped detective is used by Angelica and Nicholas to futher the Marinos venture. Sue Ellen and her mother clash about her future.
13. Goodbye, Farewell, and Amen
Air Date: 1985-12-13
J.R. attempts to trick Sue Ellen into giving up custody of their son. Jenna cools things off with Jack. Pam wants to go on vacation with Mark. Clayton makes a deal without Miss Ellie knowing about it.
14. Curiosity Killed the Cat
Air Date: 1985-12-20
Clayton attempts to shield Miss Ellie from his financial problems. Ray and Donna move into Southfork. Cliff attempts to make Mandy see that J.R. doesn't care about her. Jack disappears.
15. The Missing Link
Air Date: 1986-01-03
Pam looks for answers about the emerald from Matt Cantrell. Mandy ends up double-crossing J.R. Jack is still missing. Sue Ellen starts a new job.
16. Twenty-Four Hours
Air Date: 1986-01-10
The search for Jack increases as his sister is close to death. Donna begins working with people suffering from Down Syndrome. Angelica reveals the reason why Jack is so important to her. Pam looks for a way to work with Mark.
17. The Deadly Game
Air Date: 1986-01-17
Jamie starts to recover at the hospital. J.R. recruits Marilee Stone into the Marinos deal. Clayton's problems improve as he has no idea that Miss Ellie is the source of the improvement. Pam plans a visit to Mark's Colombian emerald mine.
18. Blame it on Bogota
Air Date: 1986-01-24
J.R. and Cantrell continue to work together to set up Pam. Angelica begins to grow unhappy over the profit sharing arrangement from the Marinos deal. Mark feels he and Pam might not have a future together.
19. Shadow Games
Air Date: 1986-01-31
Pam and Matt make their way to Colombia.; Sue Ellen's stability causes J.R. reevaluate her. Clayton finds out that Miss Ellie has been helping him. Donna confides to Miss Ellie that her baby would've been disabled. Jenna becomes more and more despondant over Bobby's death.
20. Missing
Air Date: 1986-02-07
J.R. and local authorities attempt to find Pam who has disappeared in Colombia. Jack gives into Grace's charms. Mandy stops working for Cliff.
21. Dire Straits
Air Date: 1986-02-14
Mark and Cliff attempt to secure Pam's release. Jenna's depression increases. Donna ends up going grows closer to a disabled child. J.R. believes that he understands Dimitri. Mandy admits her treachery.
22. Overture
Air Date: 1986-02-21
J.R. continues to show an interest in reconciling with Sue Ellen. Jenna starts to realize that she can't deal with her grief over Bobby on her own. Pam wants to explore the emerald mine. Ray takes an interest in a deaf foster child.
23. Sitting Ducks
Air Date: 1986-02-28
J.R. becomes more suspicious of Angelica and the Marinos deal. Pam attempts to defend her position at Ewing Oil. Ray continues to bond with the deaf boy.
24. Masquerade
Air Date: 1986-03-07
J.R. and Jack have no clue of the danger they're in at the Martinique conference. Pam begins to question her role at Ewing Oil. Jenna comes close to a complete mental breakdown.
25. Just Desserts
Air Date: 1986-03-14
Angelica vanishes following the assassination attempt. Jenna makes plans to leave Dallas. Ray talks to Donna about adopting. Pam comes a decision about her position at Ewing Oil.
26. Nothing's Ever Perfect
Air Date: 1986-03-21
Having managed to regain control of Ewing Oil, J.R. sets his sights on Sue Ellen. Ray and Donna begin adoption procedures. Angelica makes plans to get revenge.
27. J.R. Rising
Air Date: 1986-04-04
J.R. attempts to get a much bigger piece of the Marinos deal. Ray's manslaughter conviction could ruin the adoption. Matt makes an emerald strike. Angelica returns to America.
28. Serendipity
Air Date: 1986-04-11
Cliff believes that J.R.'s set him and the cartel for failure in the Marinos deal. Donna and Ray work on Tony's reluctance to be adopted. Jamie ia scared that a new Barnes / Ewing feud is about to errupt. Angelica returns to Dallas.
29. Thrice in a Lifetime
Air Date: 1986-05-02
The cartel joins Cliff in the battle against J.R. Pam and Mark make wedding plans. Angelica moves forward with her plans for revenge scheme. Donna and Ray have to face more obstacles in their quest to adopt Tony.
30. Hello, Goodbye, Hello
Air Date: 1986-05-09
Ben Stivers causes suspicion from Clayton and Punk. J.R. receives some valuable information against Mark. Ray and Donna get a hearing in their adoption case. Angelica comes closer to gaining revenge.
31. Blast from the Past
Air Date: 1986-05-16
J.R. makes a pledge to Sue Ellen. Angelica brings her revenge plot to fruition. Ray and Donna find out if they'll be allowed to adopt Tony. Pam and Mark are married. When Pam wakes up she finds a surprise waiting for her in the shower.
1. Return to Camelot (1)
Air Date: 1986-09-26
Pam is shocked when Bobby is alive in her shower and learns that his death was just a dream. Meanwhile, J.R. moves forward with the proceedings to divorce Sue Ellen and Ray and Donna continue to have marital problems.
2. Return to Camelot (2)
Air Date: 1986-09-26
As J.R. plots to get Donna out of Dallas, a disaster strikes at Ewing 12. Meanwhile, a new ranch hand is hired at Southfork.
3. Pari Per Sue
Air Date: 1986-10-03
While Sue Ellen goes out of her way to embarrass J.R., Donna and Ray's marriage continues to be strained by Donna's lobbying. Meanwhile, Cliff sets out to get Jack's portion of Ewing Oil.
4. Once and Future King
Air Date: 1986-10-10
J.R. must juggle trying to save the oil industry and dealing with Sue Ellen's lingerie business. Meanwhile, Miss Ellie makes a shocking discovery.
5. Enigma
Air Date: 1986-10-17
Wes makes a shocking announcement to Miss Ellie. Meanwhile, Ewing Oil must seek out a loan.
6. Trompe L'Oeil
Air Date: 1986-10-24
Miss Ellie reveals that Wes claims to be Jock; April, Jack's ex-wife arrives in Dallas; and J.R. sets out to expand Ewing Oil.
7. Territorial Imperative
Air Date: 1986-10-31
While everyone looks into the shocking claim that Wes is Jock, Cliff goes after April's share of Ewing Oil. Meanwhile, Mandy and Sue Ellen pair up to embarrass J.R. and Donna suspects that Ray is having an affair.
8. The Second Time Around
Air Date: 1986-11-07
It's Bobby and Pam's wedding day, but Ray steals the spotlight when he makes an unexpected announcement.
9. Bells Are Ringing
Air Date: 1986-11-14
The shocking news that Jenna is carrying Bobby's baby stops the wedding. Meanwhile, J.R. continues to make the cost of oil rise.
10. Who's Who at the Oil Baron's Ball?
Air Date: 1986-11-21
Sue Ellen decides to turn her life with J.R. into a movie; Wes makes his claim very public during an Oil Baron's Ball.
11. Proof Positive
Air Date: 1986-11-28
Wes undergoes a lie detector test to prove that he is Jock. Meanwhile, Sue Ellen pressures J.R. and April continues to try to scheme Jack.
12. Something Old, Something New
Air Date: 1986-12-05
Bobby heads out to the site of Jock's crash looking for evidence that would contradict Wes' claim.
13. Bar-B-Cued
Air Date: 1986-12-12
The turmoil concerning Wes Parmalee sees J.R. and Clayton managing to find some common ground. Bobby shows up with the truth about Wes but someone else beats him to telling Miss Ellie the truth. Donna meets a charming senator. Pam forms a partnership with her brother. Jack manages to surprise Jamie.
14. The Fire Next Time
Air Date: 1986-12-19
Clayton goes looking for Wes Parmalee, Donna comes to a decision about her future with Ray. Jeremy Wendell makes Cliff an interesting offer. J.R. thinks the Middle East situation has calmed down.
15. So Shall Ye Reap
Air Date: 1987-01-02
With Cliff stalling over his offer, Jeremy teams up with April Stevens. J.R. hopes he can contain the situation with B.D. Calhoun. With her pregnancy making things increasingly tense, Jenna attempts to cut all ties with Bobby.
16. Tick, Tock
Air Date: 1987-01-09
Bobby thinks that Pam is being too overprotective of Christopher. Jeremy Wendell continues with his plot to take down Ewing Oil. Ray and Clayton work together in a new horse-cutting business, attempting to forget their troubles—Calhoun contacts Sue Ellen, who's unaware of his true identity.
17. Night Visitor
Air Date: 1987-01-23
J.R.'s anxiety causes Bobby to become suspicious that he's done something to put the family in danger. Cliff decides on Jeremy Wendell's proposal. April continues to try and gain a share of Ewing Oil. Ray wants custody of his and Donna's child.
18. Cat and Mouse
Air Date: 1987-01-30
J.R. admits the truth to Bobby about the B.D. Calhoun situation. Ray goes to Washington to spend time with a hospitalized Donna but is upset when Senator Dowling visits her. There is concern that Sue Ellen is drinking again after she doesn't make it home one night. Cliff goes ahead with Jeremy's plan.
19. High Noon for Calhoun
Air Date: 1987-02-06
J.R. and Bobby take their families on a trip to California in an effort to avoid Calhoun's anger. Cliff's deal with Jeremy Wendell continues. Senator Dowling continues to make a play for Donna. Miss Ellie and Clayton start to reconnect.
20. Olio
Air Date: 1987-02-13
J.R. recovers from the shooting as Bobby fills in as head of Ewing Oil. Cliff wants to know where his sister's loyalties lay. Donna and Senator Dowling continue to grow closer. Charlie wonders why Ray is staying away from her mother and her.
21. A Death in the Family
Air Date: 1987-02-20
Jamie's death leaves ownership of 10% of Ewing Oil open to question. Ray wonders if he should smear Donna's name during the divorce proceedings. J.R. and April look for Jack. Sue Ellen employs a new Valentine Girl for her Dallas store.
22. Revenge of the Nerd
Air Date: 1987-02-27
Cliff announces that Jamie's 10% of Ewing Oil is his. J.R. accuses Pam of plotting with her brother. Ray decides how to best handle his divorce from Donna. Miss Ellie is not happy about the continued unrest at the ranch.
23. The Ten Percent Solution
Air Date: 1987-03-13
J.R. attempts to get Cliff blamed for Jamie's death and get her 10% of Ewing Oil at the same time. Cliff needs money to pay back Jeremy Wendell. Pam begins to have doubts that their relationship can continue. Donna cools towards Senator Dowling.
24. Some Good, Some Bad
Air Date: 1987-03-20
J.R. and Bobby are given some surprising help towards acquiring Jamie's 10% of Ewing Oil. Cliff is quizzed about Jamie's death and Pam finds out about his shady deal with Jeremy Wendell. Bobby is shocked after he goes to see Ray.
25. War and Peace
Air Date: 1987-04-03
Pam accuses her brother of having a revenge obsession against the Ewing family. The court rules in the matter of who owns Jamie's 10% share of Ewing Oil. Ray attempts to adjust to life with Jenna and Charlie. Sue Ellen wants Mandy back at Valentine's.
26. Ruthless People
Air Date: 1987-04-10
Jeremy Wendell attempts to gain revenge after J.R. and April con him out of 5% of Ewing Oil. Mandy makes a return as the Valentine Girl. Ray attends his child's birth.
27. The Dark at the End of the Tunnel
Air Date: 1987-05-01
J.R. gets his hands on Bobby's, Ray's, and Miss Ellie's shares of Ewing Oil. April wants revenge for all the past wrongs against her. J.R. is confronted by Clayton.
28. Two-Fifty
Air Date: 1987-05-08
A distraught Miss Ellie ponders the fate of both Clayton and Ewing Oil; J.R. must defend himself and his company against the Ewings. Mandy reveals the reason for her return to Dallas; Bobby persuades Senator Dowling to investigate the chances of saving Ewing Oil; Pam attempts to warn Cliff about Ewing Oil's uncertain future; Bobby meets Jenna by chance.
29. Fall of the House of Ewing
Air Date: 1987-05-15
Jenna gives birth to Bobby's baby. Christopher finds out that he is adopted. J.R. and Bobby continue to negotiate with the Justice Department. Mrs. Scotfield and Jeremy Wendell reveal their plans. Sue Ellen and Mandy fight over J.R. - Pam is given some wonderful medical news and as she drives home to share the news with Bobby, she is involved in an accident.
1. After the Fall: Ewing Rise
Air Date: 1987-09-25
Pam is taken to the hospital with third-degree burns leaving Bobby feeling grief-stricken. J.R. started a new company called J.R.E. Industries. Jenna enjoys bonding with her new baby. Cliff is concerned that he's let down the memory of his father.
2. After the Fall: Digger Redux
Air Date: 1987-09-25
Cliff meets Dandy Dandridge, who reminds him of his late father. J.R. manages to get his hands on a copy of Pam's will to plan in case she dies. Bobby is offered support from April. Sue Ellen is approached with help for her business. Miss Ellie feels Clayton is doing too much.
3. The Son Also Rises
Air Date: 1987-10-02
Christopher runs away desperate to see Pam. Charlie wants Jenna and Ray to get married. J.R. meets a potential new business partner. Clayton continues to be at odds with Miss Ellie.
4. Gone with the Wind
Air Date: 1987-10-09
Bobby flies a specialist in to help Pam. Nicolas Pearce and Sue Ellen take a business trip together. J.R. pushes Casey Denault into action. Cliff attempts to find Dandy.
5. The Lady Vanishes
Air Date: 1987-10-16
The search for Pam gets underway, with Bobby and Cliff working together to find out exactly what's happened. Nicholas Pearce ups his plan for Valentine Lingerie. Serena Ward returns to town wanting help from J.R. Jenna thinks about her future with Ray.
6. Tough Love
Air Date: 1987-10-23
Bobby has to explain to Christopher why Pam has disappeared. Jenna attempts to reach out to Bobby. Dandy has a surprise for Cliff. Nicholas Pearce comes up with the idea that Sue Ellen works with April. J.R. receives information about Wilson Cryder from Serena.
7. Last Tango in Dallas
Air Date: 1987-10-30
Bobby and Christopher enjoy spending time with Lisa Alden. Jenna and Ray grow closer. Clayton is concerned about Miss Ellie. J.R. gets the dirt on Weststar and meets Nicholas Pearce. Cliff attempts to appease Dandy Dandridge.
8. Mummy's Revenge
Air Date: 1987-11-06
Clayton's heart problem sees him ending up in the hospital. Casey Denault becomes fed up with his relationship with Marilee Stone. Sue Ellen comes to a decision about taking April on as a partner. J.R. investigates Wilson Cryder's wife. Bobby ends up receiving a surprise from Pam.
9. Hustling
Air Date: 1987-11-13
Bobby is surprised by Christopher's reaction to Pam wanting a divorce. April looks into Nicholas Pearce's past. J.R. is involved in a run-in with Kimberly Cryder. Jenna comes to a decision about Ray's proposal. Cliff continues to try and placate Dandy Dandridge.
10. Bedtime Stories
Air Date: 1987-11-20
Ray and Jenna announce their engagement.; Cliff decides that he has had enough of Dandy Dandridge. Bobby ends up cutting all ties with Lisa Alden. J.R. pursues Kimberly Cryder and plots revenge against Weststar.
11. Lovers and Other Liars
Air Date: 1987-11-27
Dandy Dandridge becomes violent after Cliff closes down their drilling. Lisa ends up stalking Christopher. Ray worries that Bobby doesn't want him to marry Jenna. Sue Ellen finds out that J.R. has been unfaithful again.
12. Brothers and Sons
Air Date: 1987-12-04
Ray wants Bobby to be his best man at his and Jenna's wedding. Christopher learns that he's Lucas' half-brother. There is tension at the Ewing barbecue. April hits a roadblock in her investigation of Nicholas. Lisa Alden ends up springing a surprise.
13. Brother, Can You Spare a Child?
Air Date: 1987-12-11
Bobby gets ready to fight Lisa's lawsuit. Sue Ellen eats with the Cryders. Casey Denault plots against J.R. Charlie ends up getting busted with her boyfriend.
14. Daddy's Little Darlin'
Air Date: 1987-12-18
Christopher and Bobby are worried about his adoption but each of them for very different reasons. Ray punishes Charlie's boyfriend. Cliff's natural gas operation ends up hitting a snag. Sue Ellen attempts to make J.R. jealous.
15. It's Me Again
Air Date: 1988-01-08
J.R. wants Kimberly to prove herself to him if he's to leave Sue Ellen for her. Jenna might not be over Bobby. Clayton meets the model from the painting. Charlie is discovered fooling around with Randy again. Nicholas embezzles money from Sue Ellen. Cliff receives a buyout offer.
16. Marriage on the Rocks
Air Date: 1988-01-15
Ray attempts to make some headway with Charlie. Kimberly's worried that J.R. might not be as serious about leaving Sue Ellen. Clayton goes out for dinner with the painting model. April and Bobby go out on a date. Lisa Alden wants Cliff to help her gain custody of Christopher.
17. Anniversary Waltz
Air Date: 1988-01-22
J.R. hits an obstacle in attempting to reacquire Ewing Oil. April's investigator worries about Nicholas' mob connection. Clayton's preoccupation with Laurel starts to affect him. Bobby learns the true source of the custody battle.
18. Brotherly Love
Air Date: 1988-02-05
Bobby's fury over J.R.'s treachery frightens the rest of the family. Sue Ellen and Nicholas grow closer. Casey asks Sly out on a date. Charlie and Ray fall out again. Clayton attempts to make things up to Miss Ellie.
19. The Best Laid Plans
Air Date: 1988-02-12
Sue Ellen wants to work with Bobby against J.R. Charlie looks for assistance in dealing with Ray. Laurel Ellis' ex-boyfriend arrives in Dallas. Christopher's custody trial could be cancelled.
20. Farlow's Follies
Air Date: 1988-02-19
Miss Ellie ends up reacting to Clayton's indiscretions. Kimberly and J.R. attempt to pull the trigger on their scheme. Ray and Jenna attempt to work with Charlie. April lets Bobby know that she is being blackmailed.
21. Malice in Dallas
Air Date: 1988-02-26
Christopher's custody trial gets underway. April discovers the truth about Nicholas' real identity. Miss Ellie has trouble dealing with Clayton's actions. Charlie's scholastic performance concerns Jenna and Ray.
22. Crime Story
Air Date: 1988-03-04
April ends up being intimidated by Nicholas' thugs. J.R. wants Cliff to keep hold of his Weststar holdings. Bobby mixes business with pleasure with Kay Lloyd. Miss Ellie goes to see Lucy. Clayton is blackmailed. Charlie's bad behaviour continues.
23. To Have and to Hold
Air Date: 1988-03-11
April's apartment is broken into. Miss Ellie confronts Clayton. Cliff self-medicates. Charlie has to face the repercussions of her actions. J.R. asks Ray to buy into Weststar. Kay Lloyd shows up in Dallas to see Bobby.
24. Dead Reckoning
Air Date: 1988-03-18
Bobby continues to see Kay. Jenna begins to have some second thoughts about sending Charlie to boarding school. Ray attempts to help a woman in distress. Cliff and Casey Denault meet; Clayton attempts to explain Laurel Ellis to his wife. Nicholas warns away April.
25. Never Say Never
Air Date: 1988-04-01
J.R. makes a move on Laurel Ellis as the rest of the family attempts to rally around Clayton. Sue Ellen starts to become suspicious of Nicholas. Bobby is introduced by Kay to a powerful senator.
26. Last of the Good Guys
Air Date: 1988-04-08
J.R. discovers some crucial evidence in Clayton's homocide case. Kimberly attempts to stop the Weststar takeover bid. Ray goes out with Connie. Casey attempts to partner with Cliff. Bobby and Kay continue to see each other.
27. Top Gun
Air Date: 1988-04-15
Cliff's drug addiction gets worse. J.R. looks forward to running Weststar unaware of the surprise that awaits him. Bobby feels Kay's career is more important to her than he is. Laurel informs Clayton about the blackmail scheme.
28. Pillow Talk
Air Date: 1988-04-29
J.R. is determined to gain revenge against Sue Ellen for screwing him out of Weststar. Bobby and Kay attempt to keep their relationship going. Ray attempts to cut Connie loose. Miss Ellie decides how to handle Clayton. Cliff offers a gas field to Jeremy.
29. Things Ain't Goin' So Good at Southfork, Again
Air Date: 1988-05-06
Lucy and Jenna both return to Southfork. Sue Ellen attempts to get her son from J.R.'s clutches. April and Cliff work with Casey. Kay is hesitant to leave Washington for a new life in Dallas. Bobby manages to make some progress in being allowed to use the Ewing name for business again.
30. The Fat Lady Singeth
Air Date: 1988-05-13
Clayton intervenes on Sue Ellen's behalf in an effort to help her gain custody of John Ross. Lucy meets Casey. Ray and Jenna think about their future together. Jordan Lee claims that he has seen Pam. J.R. and Nicholas are involved in a violent struggle over Sue Ellen.
1. Carousel
Air Date: 1988-10-28
J.R. is taken to the hospital following his shooting by Sue Ellen. She thinks about filing murder charges against J.R. for Nicholas' death while also facing attempted murder charges of her own. Carter McKay meets Clayton and inquires about buying Ray's ranch. Cliff and April look for Pam. Bobby and Jeremy Wendell clash.
2. No Greater Love
Air Date: 1988-11-04
Bobby is offered by Clayton a refinery deal. Cliff wants out of the oil business for good. Mitch wants Lucy to return home to Atlanta. J.R. comes back to Southfork. Clayton introduces Miss Ellie to Carter. Sue Ellen purchases a house.
3. The Call of the Wild
Air Date: 1988-11-11
The Ewing men leave to go on a backwoods hunting trip. J.R. takes a liking to Cally Harper, a local waitress. Cliff offers Jordan Lee a deal to buy Barnes / Wentworth. Casey ends up striking oil.
4. Out of the Frying Pan
Air Date: 1988-11-18
J.R. finds himself being accused of raping Cally. Bobby ends up making a surprising offer for a partnership in Ewing Oil. Clayton and Carter have to deal with a water shortage on their ranches. Sue Ellen finalises her divorce from J.R.
5. Road Work
Air Date: 1988-12-02
Cliff makes his decision about Bobby's offer to join Ewing Oil. J.R. attempts to escape from Haleyville's prison. Jeremy Wendell makes a play for Sue Ellen.
6. War and Love and the Whole Damned Thing
Air Date: 1988-12-09
J.R. manages to escape from jail but there is a price to be paid. Ray returns from Europe. Clayton and Miss Ellie look for a solution to Carter McKay's dam. Sue Ellen works with Jeremy Wendell. Casey wants Lucy to sleep with him. Bobby continues to see Tracey Lawton.
7. Showdown at the Ewing Corral
Air Date: 1988-12-16
J.R. makes Cally the offer of a new life if he can leave Haleyville. Sue Ellen and Jeremy Wendell continue their relationship. Cliff joining Ewing Oil surprises the whole of Dallas.
8. Deception
Air Date: 1989-01-06
Southfork is under lockdown with the Carter McKay situation escalating. J.R. attempts to find out his rights as a fugitive. Jeremy Wendell attempts to convince Sue Ellen to seek revenge. Tracey ends up opening up to Bobby.
9. Counter Attack
Air Date: 1989-01-13
The war with Carter gets worse. April manages to outmanoeuvre Casey. Sue Ellen worries that she's lost John Ross for good. J.R. looks for help in dealing with his Haleyville ordeal.
10. The Sting
Air Date: 1989-01-20
Miss Ellie agrees to sell a small piece of Southfork to Carter. April and Lucy plot against Casey. Sue Ellen has words with Jeremy. J.R. receives some unwelcome visitors.
11. The Two Mrs. Ewings
Air Date: 1989-01-27
J.R. attempts to find a way out of his marriage to Cally. Sue Ellen thinks about entering the movie business. Weststar's new chairman is announced at the Oil Baron's Ball. Bobby and Cliff attempt to close a deal in Louisiana.
12. The Switch
Air Date: 1989-02-03
Cally asks Sue Ellen for advice on helping to deal with J.R. Bobby wants to know what Carter is up to. Cliff believes that April's working against Ewing Oil. Nicholas' father decides to investigate his death.
13. He-e-ere's Papa!
Air Date: 1989-02-10
Cally wants a real wedding to be held at Southfork. J.R. is quizzed for answers surrounding Nicholas Pearce's death. Cliff looks at a real estate deal. Bobby hopes that Christopher will like Tracey.
14. Comings and Goings
Air Date: 1989-02-17
Sue Ellen makes plans for her first movie when she teams up with Don Lockwood and Lucy. Cally manages to become a hero at Southfork. Tommy McKay shows up in Dallas.
15. Country Girl
Air Date: 1989-02-24
Miss Ellie and Clayton return to Dallas. Cally comes to an understanding with John Ross, and makes a surprise announcement. Tommy makes a move on April. Don and Sue Ellen continue to plan a movie to embarrass J.R.
16. Wedding Bell Blues
Air Date: 1989-02-24
J.R. and Cally marry at Southfork though a tornado ends up threatening the ceremony. After Cliff opens a letter meant for J.R. a massive brawl follows. Sue Ellen has Don Lockwood come to Southfork to do some research for the film. Lucy attempts to steer Tracey away from Bobby.
17. The Way We Were
Air Date: 1989-03-03
Cally attempts to keep Bobby and J.R. on good terms with each other. Sue Ellen grows closer to Don. Tommy becomes involved with drugs. Cliff wants some answers from April.
18. The Serpent's Tooth
Air Date: 1989-03-10
Sue Ellen and Don continue to see each other. J.R. attempts to find out about Weststar's dealings hoping to get back into Ewing Oil. Bobby and Tracey's relationship comes under pressure. Christopher is jealous about the amount of time Cally is spending with John Ross.
19. Three Hundred
Air Date: 1989-03-17
Sue Ellen begins to have some second thoughts about her movie plans. Tommy needs $100,000 and April ends up suffering. Bobby and J.R. end up being forced to talk about their differences.
20. April Showers
Air Date: 1989-03-31
Cally wants to improve the way she speaks. Sue Ellen begins casting her movie. April admits that she has feelings for Bobby. The situation becomes more desperate for Tommy. Ewing Oil has a major new deal in the works.
21. And Away We Go!
Air Date: 1989-04-07
Tracey leaves to take care of Tommy. J.R. and Cally manage to get Helstrom into a compromising situation at a Western bar. Bobby sees April in the hospital. Afton returns to Dallas.
22. Yellow Brick Road
Air Date: 1989-04-14
J.R., Bobby, and Cally travel to Salzburg for business and pleasure. Sue Ellen's movie begins to be filmed. Cliff and Afton continue to see each other. Carter claims to want peace.
23. The Sound of Money
Air Date: 1989-04-28
Bobby and J.R. refuse to sell Ewing Oil to Brundin and suspect that Carter McKay is behind the scheme. Cliff asks Afton to marry him. Cally proves too much for J.R. who turns to a former flame. Clayton's memory problems continue. Sue Ellen worries about who will be hurt if she continues with her movie plans.
24. The Great Texas Waltz
Air Date: 1989-05-05
Vanessa makes a play for J.R. Bobby is busy with April's surprise visit, Cliff believes that Afton's daughter could be his. Sue Ellen and Don spend time with John Ross.
25. Mission to Moscow
Air Date: 1989-05-12
Bobby and J.R. travel to Moscow to find out more about the dealings in Europe. Clayton gets help with his memory problems. Sue Ellen discovers that revisiting the past is tougher than she thought it would be. Cliff attempts to commit to Afton. Cally and Vanessa meet.
26. Reel Life
Air Date: 1989-05-19
Bobby and April continue seeing each other, though somebody is out to scare her. Carter is welcomed back at Weststar. Miss Ellie is surprised by a birthday card addressed to Jock. Sue Ellen warns Cally that she'll have to fight to make her marriage work. Sue Ellen issues a threat to J.R.
1. Phantom of the Oil Rig
Air Date: 1989-09-22
Following the showdown in Europe, Ewing Oil and Weststar begin a new battle. Cliff is preoccupied at work. April's sister, Michelle, shows up in Dallas. Tommy returns home and attempts to make amends. Miss Ellie starts a search to find what the key in Jock's card opens.
2. The Leopard's Spots
Air Date: 1989-09-22
Tommy claims to be a changed man as he plots revenge against Bobby. Cally's paintings manage to impress a gallery owner. J.R. makes a risky deal without Bobby's knowledge. Cliff manages to locate Afton. The mysterious key sends Miss Ellie and Clayton to New England. J.R. meets April's sister.
3. Cry Me a River of Oil
Air Date: 1989-09-29
J.R. thinks about agreeing to a risky deal on a tanker when he needs oil badly. Cally has trouble getting past the fact that April once slept with her husband. Michelle meets Cliff in secret. Miss Ellie and Clayton's treasure hunt takes them to the town where Jock first struck oil. Tommy's violent temper gets out of control again.
4. Ka-Booooom!
Air Date: 1989-10-06
Tommy ends up planting a bomb in Bobby's briefcase in an effort to protect his father against some perceived threats. J.R. comes to a decision about the tanker deal. Cally's art causes further interest. Cliff feels left out of the loop at Ewing Oil. Miss Ellie and Clayton make their way to Pride in Texas.
5. Sunrise, Sunset
Air Date: 1989-10-13
The tanker that J.R. has purchased is threatened by a Gulf storm. Michelle continues to try and get closer to Cliff. Cally's patron ends up helping her out further. Carter and Tommy are involved in a fatal encounter. J.R. receives a surprise visitor at Ewing Oil.
6. Pride and Prejudice
Air Date: 1989-10-20
J.R. introduces James to the social scene in Dallas. Miss Ellie and Clayton look around Pride for clues about the key. Christopher goes out on his first date. April wants a commitment from Bobby. Vanessa returns to Dallas.
7. Fathers and Other Strangers
Air Date: 1989-11-03
J.R. and Cally welcome Vanessa at Southfork. Miss Ellie and Clayton meet Sarah Ewing and find out about Jock's past in World War II when he helped others. Carter receives some bad news about an oil tanker. James ends up making a shocking claim about his true parentage to the Ewings at the Oil Baron's Club.
8. Black Tide
Air Date: 1989-11-10
The Ewing family are shocked by the news that James is J.R.'s son. A tanker crash creates a P.R. nightmare for both Ewing Oil and Weststar. Michelle attempts to squeeze both Carter and J.R. Vanessa attempts to convince her son to return to Europe.
9. Daddy Dearest
Air Date: 1989-11-17
J.R. begins to mould James, who seems to already have the seduction line done to perfection. Cliff wants to be part of the official investigation into the tanker accident. John Ross is surprised to have a new half-brother. Bobby wants to commit to April. Miss Ellie gives J.R. the letter that Jock wrote.
10. Hell's Fury
Air Date: 1989-12-01
Carter hopes that he can use the tanker accident to help bring down Ewing Oil. Jock's letter manages to inspire J.R. Bobby receives a surprise visit from Kay. Cally believes that J.R. is sleeping with Michelle. Christopher and John Ross argue about James.
11. Cally on a Hot Tin Roof
Air Date: 1989-12-08
Cally thinks that Michelle is lying about her affair with J.R. and she ends up confessing about an affair of her own. Kay attempts to help Bobby to deal with the tanker situation which manages to upset April. J.R. seduces an investigative committee member. James manages to show impressive business acumen.
12. Sex, Lies and Videotape
Air Date: 1989-12-15
J.R. and Cally manage to repair their relationship. Carter traps Cliff in a sexual blackmail plot. James disapproves of his father's business tactics. Kay wants to know what Bobby's intentions are towards April. Bobby sells Ewing Oil assets to pay for the oil clean-up.
13. Tale of Two Cities
Air Date: 1990-01-05
J.R.'s attitude about his affairs makes his son realize that sex is a much bigger part of the oil business than he thought. Cally is looking forward to her art show at Lucy's gallery. Michelle finds out about Carter's treachery against Cliff. Bobby and April make wedding plans.
14. Judgment Day
Air Date: 1990-01-12
J.R. feels guilty, believing the end of Ewing Oil is close. Cliff feels torn between doing what's right and his hatred of the Ewing family. Carter's wife is fed up with his constant mistreatment of her.
15. Unchain My Heart
Air Date: 1990-01-19
Cliff meets P.R. guru Stephanie Rogers, who tells him that she can make his political dreams a reality. J.R., Cally, and John Ross travel to Pride to help Miss Ellie. Bobby gives April an engagement ring but they fight after. James and Michelle come to terms.
16. I Dream of Jeannie
Air Date: 1990-02-02
Bobby follows a woman who he believes could be Pam. J.R. meets Blackie Callahan, an old friend of Jock's. April is depressed over her and Bobby's argument. Cliff is suspicious of Stephanie's motives.
17. After Midnight
Air Date: 1990-02-09
Bobby's obsession with the Pam look-a-like ends up damaging his relationship with April. Blackie helps to drill for oil in Pride. James meets Duke and Melinda Carlisle.
18. The Crucible
Air Date: 1990-02-16
Carter manages to solve Michelle's problem with Eugene Inagaki. Bobby is unable to stop thinking about Jeanne. Cally and Michelle clash. J.R. gives James a tough business lesson. Stephanie has Cliff prepare to run for office. Miss Ellie and Clayton go to the reading of Atticus Ward's will.
19. Dear Hearts and Gentle People
Air Date: 1990-02-23
April leaves Dallas in an effort to get over Bobby. J.R. reconnects with Serena. Cally ends up turning to James for support. Cliff manages to get a major political appointment.
20. Paradise Lost
Air Date: 1990-03-09
James and Michelle have to deal with delays in getting their club up and running and they end up turning to Carter for help. J.R. looks into Stephanie's past and promises Cally he'll be a better husband. Bobby attempts to get April to agree to return to Dallas.
21. Will Power
Air Date: 1990-03-16
Cally is determined to make her marriage work. April's mother helps her decide on Bobby. Miss Ellie and Clayton investigate their friends' murders. J.R. manages to get some information on Stephanie. James and Michelle fall out. Bobby plans a trip with his son.
22. The Smiling Cobra
Air Date: 1990-03-30
April gives up her business interests to focus on her wedding preparations. Clayton discovers that he's next in line to inherit Atticus' estate. J.R. pushes Cally to a breaking point in their marriage.
23. Jessica Redux
Air Date: 1990-04-06
J.R. starts a plan to ruin Cliff and drive Michelle out of town. Miss Ellie and Clayton find out that Jessica Montfort could be involved in the dealings surrounding Atticus Ward's will. Michelle and James continue to be at odds. Bobby decides who the best man will be at his wedding.
24. Family Plot
Air Date: 1990-04-13
Jessica ends up making a shocking confession. Furious with J.R.'s continued mistreatment and disrespect, Cally and James come up with a plan. Stephanie ends Cliff's political career aspirations after they fall out.
25. The Southfork Wedding Jinx
Air Date: 1990-04-27
It is the day of Bobby and April's wedding. Cally feels conflicted about her plan for revenge against J.R. after she discovers that she is going to have a baby. J.R. plots to gain control of Jessica's voting rights in Weststar. Cliff meets Liz Adams. Miss Ellie and Clayton leave for an extended Asian vacation.
26. Three, Three, Three (1)
Air Date: 1990-05-04
J.R. finds that getting to Jessica inside the sanitarium isn't as easy as he thought it would be. Liz recognises Carter McKay from her past. James and Cally talk to a divorce lawyer.
27. Three, Three, Three (2)
Air Date: 1990-05-11
J.R. manages to get Jessica to sign over her Weststar voting rights. Cliff attempts to convince Liz not to leave Dallas. Liz and McKay manage to reach a mutual understanding about keeping quiet about the past that they shared. Cally and James manage to get their revenge against J.R.
1. April in Paris
Air Date: 1990-11-02
While on their honeymoon, Bobby and April face a surprise twist from Sheila Foley. Meanwhile, Cally begins to doubt her decision to work with James and J.R. tries to find a way to get himself out of the asylum.
2. Charade
Air Date: 1990-11-09
After kidnapping April, Sheila forces Bobby to act as her husband. Meanwhile, James plays a risky game of high stakes poker; Cliff and Liz's relationship continues; and J.R. rounds the other inmates up to help him in tricking Morrisey into confessing.
3. One Last Kiss
Air Date: 1990-11-16
April learns that she is being held against her will by Sheila. Meanwhile, an ally turns on Bobby; and Cally visits J.R. and makes an offer that would get him released.
4. Terminus
Air Date: 1990-11-23
Back in control of Ewing Oil, J.R. sets out to get even with James, Sly, and Duke Carlisle (through his daughter Melinda). Meanwhile, Bobby makes a daring attempt to rescue April from Sheila.
5. Tunnel of Love
Air Date: 1990-11-30
James tries to convince Cliff to go after J.R. who is using the trouble in the McKay's marriage to his advantage. Meanwhile, after the funeral, Bobby begins to hunt down Sheila and turns the blame for April's death on the greed that accompanies the oil business.
6. Heart and Soul
Air Date: 1990-12-07
As Bobby continues to search for Sheila, Michelle blames Bobby for April's death. Meanwhile, James tries to find someone to take out his father; J.R. sends in a spy in the Carter's household; and Vanessa Beaumont arrives in Dallas.
7. The Fabulous Ewing Boys
Air Date: 1990-12-14
Cliff, Liz, and Carter are named as suspects in the murder of Johnny Dancer. Meanwhile, Michelle offers to help Bobby find Sheila Foley; Cally confides in Vanessa; and J.R. and Clayton have a violent fight that leads Bobby to take action.
8. The Odessa File
Air Date: 1990-12-21
Bobby and Michelle travel to Odessa to find Sheila Foley and Cliff offers to help after they find a lead on her. Meanwhile, Vanessa accepts J.R.'s offer; LeeAnne De La Vega arrives in town; and Rose makes a confession.
9. Sail On
Air Date: 1991-01-04
J.R. tries to stop the sale of Ewing Oil to LeeAnn De La Vega. Meanwhile, Cliff spirals downhill, hurting his career; James frets over his mother's engagement; and Cally delivers surprise news to J.R.
10. Lock, Stock and Jock
Air Date: 1991-01-11
J.R. is angered when he learns that James got Cally pregnant. Meanwhile, Bobby continues on the search for Sheila Foley; Cliff proposes to Liz; and Carter is named the lead suspect in the murder investigation.
11. S is for Seduction
Air Date: 1991-01-18
LeeAnn and Michelle team up to try to break up J.R. and Vanessa. Meanwhile, Bobby learns Sheila's real name; and the verdict in the murder trial is delivered, but news from Cliff may change the outcome of the trial forever.
12. Designing Women
Air Date: 1991-02-01
As LeeAnn's plot against J.R. unfolds, she skips town and leaves a surprise for Michelle. Meanwhile, Carter begins to plan his revenge after being released from prison and Bobby has dreams about April.
13. 90265
Air Date: 1991-02-08
J.R. is kicked out of Ewing Oil by Michelle, who moves to Southfork with James. Meanwhile, Liz and Bobby wait in Malibu for Hillary Taylor's return.
14. Smooth Operator
Air Date: 1991-02-15
As Bobby comes face-to-face with Jory, Hillary's daughter, J.R. begins to plot against LeeAnn.
15. Win Some, Lose Some
Air Date: 1991-03-01
Bobby is faced with a moral dilemma when Jory is kidnapped. Meanwhile, J.R. begins his plot against LeeAnn.
16. Fathers and Sons and Fathers and Sons
Air Date: 1991-03-08
The men of the Ewing clan leave together on a cattle drive. Meanwhile, Carter goes after Johnny Dancer's real murderer and a surprise visitor arrives at Southfork in search of James.
17. When the Wind Blows
Air Date: 1991-03-29
Carter is finally able to accomplish what he set out to do -- seek revenge on Johnny Dancer's real murderer, Cliff. Meanwhile, Hillary learns that Bobby had met with Jory; and J.R. tries to get James and Michelle back together.
18. Those Darned Ewings
Air Date: 1991-04-05
Michelle goes to Cliff for advice when she learns about James and Debra Lynn's past. Meanwhile, J.R. receives a shocking warning from his doctor.
19. Farewell, My Lovely
Air Date: 1991-04-12
Michelle and Cliff team up to make Debra Lynn leave Southfork. Meanwhile, J.R. and John Ross get into an argument.
20. Some Leave, Some Get Carried Out
Air Date: 1991-04-19
James decides once and for all between Michelle and Debra Lynn. Meanwhile, J.R. and Bobby get into it over Southfork's future; John Ross decides he wants to live with Sue Ellen; and Hillary Taylor must face Michelle.
21. The Decline and Fall of the Ewing Empire
Air Date: 1991-04-26
Depressed over the loss of Southfork, J.R. must partner up with Cliff. Meanwhile, Michelle is charged with Hillary Taylor's murder.
22. Conundrum (1)
Air Date: 1991-05-03
While contemplating suicide, J.R. has a visit from Adam who takes him on a journey to see how life would be if the Ewing family had never existed.
23. Conundrum (2)
Air Date: 1991-05-03
Adam takes J.R. on an It's A Wonderful Life-esque journey just as Bobby hears a gunshot ring out from J.R.'s room.
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Rating
6.8/10
Release Date
1978-04-02
Episodes
357 (14 seasons)
Status
Ended
