Series synopsis
Dallas is an American soap drama family television series that premiered on TNT on June 13, 2012. It ended on September 22, 2014. It was created by Cynthia Cidre, David Jacobs. It stars Jesse Metcalfe, Josh Henderson, Jordana Brewster and Julie Gonzalo.
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.
Premise
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.
Premise: A family ruthless in its quest for power and passion.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Jesse Metcalfe as Christopher Ewing
- Josh Henderson as John Ross Ewing III
- Jordana Brewster as Elena Ramos
- Julie Gonzalo as Rebecca Sutter
- Brenda Strong as Ann Ewing
- Patrick Duffy as Bobby Ewing
- Linda Gray as Sue Ellen Ewing
- Ken Kercheval as Cliff Barnes
Supporting cast
- Larry Hagman as J.R. Ewing
- Mitch Pileggi as Harris Ryland
- Annette O'Toole
- Steve Kanaly as Ray Krebbs
- Charlene Tilton as Lucy Ewing
- Leonor Varela as Marta del Sol
- Carlos Bernard as Vicente Cano
- Faran Tahir as 'Smiling' Frank
- Kuno Becker as Drew Ramos
- Emma Bell as Emma Brown
- Kevin Page as Bum
- Kate del Castillo as Sergent Marisela Ruiz
Guest cast
- Deke Anderson as Bill Weathers
- Cathy Marks as Upscale Pedestrian (uncredited)
- Antonio Jaramillo as Luis
- Manuel Marrero as Associate
- Lydia Mackay as Miller
- Annie Wersching as Alison Jones
- Aaron Uribe as Mexican Man
- Mike Lambert as Nursing Home Patron (uncredited)
Episodes
This series spans 15 seasons with 348 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 5 | November 7, 2004 | |
| Season 1 | 10 | June 12, 2012 | August 8, 2012 |
| Season 2 | 15 | January 27, 2013 | April 15, 2013 |
| Season 3 | 15 | February 23, 2014 | September 22, 2014 |
| Season 4 | 23 | November 7, 1980 | May 1, 1981 |
| Season 5 | 26 | October 9, 1981 | April 9, 1982 |
| Season 6 | 28 | October 1, 1982 | May 6, 1983 |
| Season 7 | 30 | September 30, 1983 | May 18, 1984 |
| Season 8 | 30 | September 28, 1984 | May 17, 1985 |
| Season 9 | 31 | September 27, 1985 | May 16, 1986 |
| Season 10 | 29 | September 26, 1986 | May 15, 1987 |
| Season 11 | 30 | September 25, 1987 | May 13, 1988 |
| Season 12 | 26 | October 28, 1988 | May 19, 1989 |
| Season 13 | 27 | September 22, 1989 | May 11, 1990 |
| Season 14 | 23 | November 2, 1990 | May 3, 1991 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southfork Legacy: Making Dallas Season One | November 7, 2004 |
| 2 | Oil And Water: A Family Tradition | |
| 3 | Dressing Dallas |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Changing of the Guard Two decades since viewers last saw them, the Ewing’s are back. Television's first family of drama, sabotage, secrets and betrayal are gathering at Southfork Ranch for the upcoming wedding of Bobby’s adopted son, Christopher, to Rebecca Sutter. Although the occasion is joyous, an old family rivalry crosses generations after secret oil drilling on Southfork results in a major gusher. Everyone has his or her own agenda when the fight over oil and land threatens to tear the Ewings apart once again. |
June 13, 2012 |
| 2 |
Hedging Your Bets The plot to take control of Southfork gets complicated when two-timing affairs and blackmail arise, and J.R. starts to ask one too many questions. Meanwhile, Christopher and Elena bury their feelings in order work together on a business deal. But Christopher’s new bride may be hiding her own secrets. |
June 13, 2012 |
| 3 |
The Price You Pay Just as John Ross sets out to claim his birthright and make his father proud, J.R. decides to move back to Southfork, much to Ann’s dismay. Bitter Ewing family enemy Cliff Barnes returns and tries to reconnect with his nephew, Christopher. A startling family announcement offers an opportunity to heal old wounds. |
June 20, 2012 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Battle Lines The battle for Ewing Energies heats up as Christopher and John Ross clash over opposing visions for the company. As Christopher seeks to gain the upper hand in his divorce from Rebecca Sutter, a game-changing revelation turns everything on its head, causing the entire family to put their differences aside and rally together -- except for John Ross, who uses J.R.'s dirty little tricks to take revenge on Christopher and Elena. Meanwhile, Ann is blackmailed by her ex-husband, Harris Ryland, forcing her and Bobby to confront a shocking secret from Ann's past. |
January 28, 2013 |
| 2 |
Venomous Creatures With Christopher and Bobby at the helm of Ewing Energies, and Elena working to gain a stronger foothold within the company, J.R. and John Ross strike a deal to wrestle control of Ewing Energies away from them. Meanwhile, Pamela Rebecca Barnes schemes with John Ross to take half of Christopher's shares in Ewing Energies to fulfill her father's desire for revenge against the Ewings. And Ryland's mother, Judith, (guest star Judith Light) proves to be just as evil as her son. |
January 28, 2013 |
| 3 |
Sins of the Father When new evidence mysteriously surfaces pointing to foul play in Tommy's disappearance, Christopher aims to connect Pamela to the crime. J.R. and John Ross maneuver on two fronts to reclaim their birthright, including poisoning one family member against another. Pamela continues to push her father's agenda to gain control of Ewing Energies. As a new member of the family arrives at Southfork, Ann is pushed to the brink by Ryland's sadistic games and finally takes action. |
February 4, 2013 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Return Sue Ellen is planning John Ross and Pamela's wedding. However the united Ewing front can't last for long as John Ross gets into a conflict with Bobby over the ownership of the ranch. He's also meets up for an illicit liaison with Emma. Whilst Christopher and Elena are still at odds as Elena returns to Dallas with a secret agenda. |
February 24, 2014 |
| 2 |
Trust Me John Ross goes to great lengths to keep his plans for Ewing Global moving forward; Sue Ellen's alliance with her son is threatened; Emma enlists the help of her grandmother; Bobby and Ann investigate Ryland's release from jail. |
March 3, 2014 |
| 3 |
Playing Chicken Bobby tries to outmaneuver John Ross; Christopher makes a discovery about Nicolas' past; Emma's games jeopardize John Ross and Pamela's wedding. |
March 10, 2014 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
No More Mister Nice Guy (1) 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. |
November 7, 1980 |
| 2 |
No More Mister Nice Guy (2) 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. |
November 9, 1980 |
| 3 |
Nightmare 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. |
November 14, 1980 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Missing Heir The body found in the pool on Southfork is finally identified, which prompts J.R. and Cliff to accuse each other of the murder. |
October 9, 1981 |
| 2 |
Gone, But Not Forgotten 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. |
October 16, 1981 |
| 3 |
Showdown at San Angelo 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. |
October 23, 1981 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Changing of the Guard 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. |
October 1, 1982 |
| 2 |
Where There's a Will 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. |
October 8, 1982 |
| 3 |
Billion Dollar Question 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. |
October 15, 1982 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Road Back Bobby attempts to rescue those trapped in the fire at Southfork. Mickey opens his eyes. |
September 30, 1983 |
| 2 |
The Long Goodbye Sue Ellen wants autonomy from J.R. Pam and Bobby talk about getting back together. Clayton wants Bobby to look after Miss Ellie. |
October 7, 1983 |
| 3 |
The Letter Katherine attempts to convince both Bobby and Pam to get a divorce. Sue Ellen looks help in dealing with John Ross' mental health issues. |
October 14, 1983 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Killer at Large 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. |
September 28, 1984 |
| 2 |
Battle Lines Bobby informs Jenna that marriage is off the cards unless he manages to regain his sight. Cliff ends up being arrested for attempted murder. |
October 5, 1984 |
| 3 |
If at First You Don't Succeed Pam vows to ruin JR. The Ewing family receives sad news about Jock's brother Jason. |
October 12, 1984 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Family Ewing 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. |
September 27, 1985 |
| 2 |
Rock Bottom 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. |
September 27, 1985 |
| 3 |
Those Eyes 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. |
October 4, 1985 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Return to Camelot (1) 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. |
September 26, 1986 |
| 2 |
Return to Camelot (2) 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. |
September 26, 1986 |
| 3 |
Pari Per Sue 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. |
October 3, 1986 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
After the Fall: Ewing Rise 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. |
September 25, 1987 |
| 2 |
After the Fall: Digger Redux 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. |
September 25, 1987 |
| 3 |
The Son Also Rises 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. |
October 2, 1987 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Carousel 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. |
October 28, 1988 |
| 2 |
No Greater Love 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. |
November 4, 1988 |
| 3 |
The Call of the Wild 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. |
November 11, 1988 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Phantom of the Oil Rig 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. |
September 22, 1989 |
| 2 |
The Leopard's Spots 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. |
September 22, 1989 |
| 3 |
Cry Me a River of Oil 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. |
September 29, 1989 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
April in Paris 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. |
November 2, 1990 |
| 2 |
Charade 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. |
November 9, 1990 |
| 3 |
One Last Kiss 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. |
November 16, 1990 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | TNT |
|---|---|
| First aired | June 13, 2012 |
| Last aired | September 22, 2014 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | canceled |
| Schedule | Monday at 21:00:00 |