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Dallas

  • TV-14
  • 1978–1991
  • 14 seasons
  • Soap, Drama
  • 6.9

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.

Episodes

30 episodes
  1. 1After the Fall: Ewing Rise

    45 minSep 25, 1987

    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. 2After the Fall: Digger Redux

    45 minSep 25, 1987

    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. 3The Son Also Rises

    45 minOct 2, 1987

    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. 4Gone with the Wind

    45 minOct 9, 1987

    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. 5The Lady Vanishes

    45 minOct 16, 1987

    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. 6Tough Love

    45 minOct 23, 1987

    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. 7Last Tango in Dallas

    45 minOct 30, 1987

    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. 8Mummy's Revenge

    45 minNov 6, 1987

    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. 9Hustling

    45 minNov 13, 1987

    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. 10Bedtime Stories

    45 minNov 20, 1987

    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. 11Lovers and Other Liars

    45 minNov 27, 1987

    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. 12Brothers and Sons

    45 minDec 4, 1987

    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. 13Brother, Can You Spare a Child?

    45 minDec 11, 1987

    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. 14Daddy's Little Darlin'

    45 minDec 18, 1987

    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. 15It's Me Again

    45 minJan 8, 1988

    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. 16Marriage on the Rocks

    45 minJan 15, 1988

    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. 17Anniversary Waltz

    45 minJan 22, 1988

    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. 18Brotherly Love

    45 minFeb 5, 1988

    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. 19The Best Laid Plans

    45 minFeb 12, 1988

    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. 20Farlow's Follies

    45 minFeb 19, 1988

    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. 21Malice in Dallas

    45 minFeb 26, 1988

    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. 22Crime Story

    45 minMar 4, 1988

    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. 23To Have and to Hold

    45 minMar 11, 1988

    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. 24Dead Reckoning

    45 minMar 18, 1988

    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. 25Never Say Never

    45 minApr 1, 1988

    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. 26Last of the Good Guys

    45 minApr 8, 1988

    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. 27Top Gun

    45 minApr 15, 1988

    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. 28Pillow Talk

    45 minApr 29, 1988

    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. 29Things Ain't Goin' So Good at Southfork, Again

    45 minMay 6, 1988

    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. 30The Fat Lady Singeth

    45 minMay 13, 1988

    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.

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Series cast

Larry HagmanJ.R. Ewing357 episodes
Ken KerchevalCliff Barnes357 episodes
Patrick DuffyBobby Ewing327 episodes
Steve KanalyRay Krebbs308 episodes
Linda GraySue Ellen Shepard308 episodes
Barbara Bel GeddesMiss Ellie304 episodes
Victoria PrincipalPamela Barnes Ewing251 episodes
Charlene TiltonLucy Ewing246 episodes
Susan HowardDonna Culver Krebbs223 episodes
Howard KeelClayton Farlow222 episodes
Priscilla PresleyJenna Wade144 episodes
Sheree J. WilsonApril Stevens105 episodes
Audrey LandersAfton Cooper79 episodes
Jim DavisJock Ewing77 episodes
Jenilee HarrisonJamie Ewing (credit only)70 episodes
John BeckMark Graison66 episodes
Deborah SheltonMandy Winger63 episodes
Dack RamboJack Ewing62 episodes

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