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The Best Episodes of Knots Landing Season 9

Every episode of Knots Landing Season 9 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Knots Landing Season 9!

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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 6 - The Gift of Life
    9.6/10(48 votes)

    S9:E6

    Laura harbors a sad secret.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Bernard Lechowick

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  2. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 11 - Noises Everywhere (2)
    9.4/10(61 votes)

    S9:E11

    After Laura's funeral, everyone returns to Sumner's ranch. Laura leaves messages for her friends and family.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Lynn Marie Latham

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  3. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 29 - The Perfect Crime
    9.1/10(49 votes)

    S9:E29

    Jill exacts her revenge on Val. Paige and Michael seem doomed.

    Director:Joseph L. Scanlan
    Writer:Bernard Lechowick

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  4. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 1 - Missing Persons
    8.7/10(35 votes)

    S9:E1

    Val doesn't receive a phone call from Ben and worries he's gone. A large crack develops in the playground.

    Director:Joseph L. Scanlan
    Writer:Lynn Marie Latham

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  5. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 4 - Half-Truths
    8.7/10(29 votes)

    S9:E4

    Gary finally realizes Abby didn't kill Peter, and Mack deduces who did.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Joel J. Feigenbaum

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  6. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 10 - Noises Everywhere (1)
    8.7/10(39 votes)

    S9:E10

    Sumner's friends gather at his ranch. Richard Avery arrives with Jason. Mack wants to raise little Meg.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Bernard Lechowick

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  7. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 28 - The Perfect Alibi
    8.7/10(34 votes)

    S9:E28

    Paige, Johnny and Michael are in grave danger in Mexico. Jill continues her devious plot against Val.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Lynn Marie Latham

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  8. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 3 - Under Pressure
    8.6/10(29 votes)

    S9:E3

    The evidence points to Olivia, but someone else confesses.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Bernard Lechowick

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  9. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 23 - Her Letter
    8.6/10(27 votes)

    S9:E23

    Val receives Ben's letter. Paige flirts with Sumner. Olivia and Abby argue about Olivia's time with Harold.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Bernard Lechowick

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  10. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 2 - The Trouble with Peter
    8.5/10(31 votes)

    S9:E2

    Peter's body is found, and the police investigate.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 5 - There are Smiles
    8.4/10(27 votes)

    S9:E5

    Paige admits she accidentally killed Peter.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Lynn Marie Latham

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  12. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 20 - Bouncing Babies
    8.3/10(24 votes)

    S9:E20

    Sumner makes a decision about Meg, while Val gives Gary some good news.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 7 - Say Uncle
    8.2/10(29 votes)

    S9:E7

    Sumner can't find a suitable nanny for Meg. Gary shows up uninvited to the twins' birthday party.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 17 - In Too Deep (a.k.a.) Courtland Tubor
    8.2/10(29 votes)

    S9:E17

    Johnny becomes a member of the organization. Karen is asked to testify at a custody hearing for Val's twins.

    Director:Jerome Courtland
    Writer:James Stanley

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  15. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 27 - Discovery
    8.2/10(27 votes)

    S9:E27

    Jill tries to confuse Val. Paige continues her risky quest in Mexico. Manny smuggles drugs via Lotus Point.

    Director:Lawrence Kasha
    Writer:James Stanley

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  16. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 9 - Flight of the Sunbirds
    8.1/10(28 votes)

    S9:E9

    Karen's hosts a reception for Eric and his bride. Val and Gary get romantic. Sumner receives sad news.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Bernard Lechowick

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  17. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 14 - Ties That Bind
    8.1/10(26 votes)

    S9:E14

    An emergency arises with Meg. Charles' wife confronts Abby, and Paige gets a surprise.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 21 - A Fair Race
    8.1/10(28 votes)

    S9:E21

    Jill hates Gary's involvement with the twins - and Val. Olivia meets a new beau. Sumner makes Paige an offer.

    Director:Lawrence Kasha
    Writer:Lynn Marie Latham

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  19. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 22 - Full Disclosure
    8.1/10(26 votes)

    S9:E22

    Mack and Frank get into a nasty confrontation. Olivia becomes romantically involved with Harold.

    Director:Joseph L. Scanlan
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 24 - Mother Knows Best
    8.1/10(28 votes)

    S9:E24

    Olivia and Harold's plans to elope go awry. In Mexico, Paige and Johnny get involved in an archeological dig.

    Director:Joseph L. Scanlan
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 25 - With a Heavy Heart
    8.0/10(29 votes)

    S9:E25

    Gary sees something strange. Mack doesn't trust Manny. Harold leaves town, and Olivia tries to break free.

    Director:Michael Preece
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 26 - Just Desserts
    8.0/10(28 votes)

    S9:E26

    Olivia tries to kill herself. Frank spies on Manny. Paige buries an expensive artifact at the dig site.

    Director:Kevin Dobson
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 12 - Weak Moment
    7.9/10(26 votes)

    S9:E12

    Gary ends his relationship with Jill. Charles and Abby rekindle their passion, and Sumner drops off a package.

    Director:Lorraine Senna
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 13 - Only 'Til Friday
    7.9/10(26 votes)

    S9:E13

    Paige discovers Sumner isn't in New York. Abby spends her time with Charles. Karen welcomes new neighbors.

    Director:Lawrence Kasha
    Writer:James Stanley

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  25. Knots Landing Season 9 Episode 15 - Another Modest Proposal
    7.9/10(25 votes)

    S9:E15

    Sumner's behavior disturbs Mack and Karen. Charles gives Abby a party, but his wife ruins the festivities.

    Director:Lorraine Senna
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 9 Ratings Summary

"The Gift of Life" is the best rated episode of "Knots Landing" season 9. It scored 9.6/10 based on 48 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Bernard Lechowick, it aired on 10/29/1987. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Noises Everywhere (2)".