As of July 2026, Knots Landing Season 4 aired in 1982 with 22 episodes — streaming now on Amazon Prime Video. Full episode guide and where to watch below.
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Knots Landing Season 4

1982 22 Episodes Drama · Soap ⭐ 7/10

Knots Landing Season 4 has built a devoted following on and among viewers who want their romance taken seriously. A single, tightly-focused season means there is plenty to get through without ever feeling padded. A 7/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. James Houghton carries the emotional throughline with real conviction. Put it on tonight and see for yourself.

Knots Landing Season 4 arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. The chemistry between the leads is the engine that drives everything, and Knots Landing Season 4 makes sure it fires. Lust, alcoholism and murder strike, causing further turmoil in the suburban cul-de-sac. James Houghton and Kim Lankford lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 1982. What makes Knots Landing Season 4 work is that the leads feel like people first, a couple second. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

Knots Landing Season 4 is ideal for viewers who want romance served with real character development. It rewards viewers regardless of what else is in their watch history. The complete run is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. James Houghton's performance makes the emotional stakes feel real, not manufactured. Worth watching alone or with someone who shares your taste.

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🎬 Knots Landing Season 4 — Episode Guide

E1
A Brand New Day
1982-09-30
Gary's affair with Abby deeply hurts Val. Karen investigates Sid's death and confronts a U.S. attorney.
E2
Daniel
1982-10-07
On the eve of the reading of Jock's will, J.R. visits and creates mystery for everyone except Abby.
E3
Encounters
1982-10-14
Karen is certain she's found her husband's killer. Val's worst fears are confirmed during an interview.
E4
Svengali
1982-10-21
Mike Douglas and Zsa Zsa Gabor make special appearances, as Val tapes an interview promoting her book.
E5
Catharsis
1982-10-28
Karen tries to lure her husband's killers into Knots Landing. Gary attempts to mend his relationship with Val.
E6
New Beginnings (a.k.a.) The Infatuation
1982-10-29
Gary goes to Dallas for the reading of Jock's will and is shocked by Abby and Val. Karen and Mack plan a trip.
E7
Investments (a.k.a.) Fool's Gold
1982-11-04
Gary makes a few investments that infuriate Abby. Karen fears her relationship with Mack is moving too fast.
E8
Man in the Middle
1982-11-18
Chip has a secret affair with Ciji, even as he romances Diana. Gary and Abby deal with Richard's restaurant.
E9
The Best Kept Secret
1982-12-02
Diana finds Mack with another woman. Abby secretly convinces a prestigious record producer to listen to Ciji.
E10
Emergency
1982-12-09
Diana is admitted to the hospital with a mysterious disease. Abby makes a deal with a record producer.
E11
Abby's Choice
1982-12-16
After Abby is asked to donate a kidney to Diana, she faces an agonizing moral decision.
E12
The Block Party (a.k.a.) For All That, and All That
1982-12-30
Mack hears shocking news from his father. Chip convinces Ciji to sign over 25 percent of her earnings to him.
E13
Cutting the Ties That Bind
1983-01-06
Gary and Abby prepare to drop Kenny as a partner. Ciji learns she's pregnant, and Val has an affair.
E14
And Teddy Makes Three (a.k.a.) Decisions
1983-01-13
Mack proposes marriage to Karen, who finds her love life complicated by an ex-boyfriend's arrival.
E15
To Have and To Hold
1983-01-21
As Karen and Mack approach their wedding day, tensions mount. A tabloid publishes Val's stolen manuscript.
E16
A New Family
1983-01-27
Mack begins life with his new family but must adjust. Gary loses his battle against alcoholism.
E17
The Morning After
1983-02-03
Gary spends the night at Ciji's apartment after a drunken binge. Abby makes plans to take Gary's inheritance.
E18
Celebration
1983-02-10
A chain reaction of misunderstandings during the night of Ciji's album launch ends in a disastrous climax.
E19
Loss of Innocence
1983-02-17
Ciji's body is found on the beach, as Gary awakens from a binge. Laura tells Richard to move out of the house.
E20
The Fatal Blow
1983-02-24
As his arraignment looms, Gary believes he may have killed Ciji while on a drunken binge.

🎭 Cast of Knots Landing Season 4

James Houghton
James Houghton
Kenny Ward
Kim Lankford
Kim Lankford
Ginger Ward
Michele Lee
Michele Lee
Karen MacKenzie
Constance McCashin
Constance McCashin
Laura Avery Sumner
John Pleshette
John Pleshette
Richard Avery
Ted Shackelford
Ted Shackelford
Gary Ewing
Joan Van Ark
Joan Van Ark
Valene Ewing
Donna Mills
Donna Mills
Abby Cunningham Ewing Sumner
Kevin Dobson
Kevin Dobson
M. Patrick MacKenzie
Julie Harris
Julie Harris
Lilimae Clements

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