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Dallas 1978

“A family ruthless in its quest for power and passion.”

★ 6.9/10 · 240 votes TV-14 SoapDramaFamily 14 seasons · 357 eps Ended
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What is Dallas?

Dallas is an American prime time soap opera that aired on CBS. The series revolved around an affluent and feuding Texas family, the Ewings, who owned the independent oil company Ewing Oil and the cattle-ranching land of Southfork.

Type
TV series
Year
1978
Status
Ended
Episodes
357
Runtime
45 minutes
First aired
Apr 2, 1978
Last aired
May 3, 1991
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
CBS
Genres
Soap, Drama, Family
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⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.8/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Bingeable Series #Soap #Drama #Family
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Dallas is an American prime time soap opera that aired on CBS. The series revolved around an affluent and feuding Texas family, the Ewings, who owned the independent oil company Ewing Oil and the cattle-ranching land of Southfork. The show had a large following and was known for its long storylines and expert character development. It initially started as a slow-burner but eventually gained popularity, particularly in the 1980s. The series featured beautiful women, expensive cars, and men playing Monopoly with real buildings, making it a unique and captivating watch. Dallas is also famous for one of the best cliffhangers in TV history. The show was created by David Jacobs and starred Larry Hagman, Ken Kercheval, Patrick Duffy, and Linda Gray. The series aired from April 2, 1978, to May 3, 1991, and consisted of 14 seasons.

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Should you watch it?

“This iconic prime-time soap follows the feuding Ewing family and their high-stakes Texas oil empire.”

Reasons to watch
  • expert character development
  • iconic cliffhangers
  • engaging long-form storytelling
Keep in mind
  • slow-burning start

Watch it if you enjoy classic prime-time dramas centered on wealthy family dynasties and corporate power struggles.

The series features themes of manipulation, blackmail, and family conflict typical of prime-time soap operas.

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Mytharc (56): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (301): Character development & subplots
Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
Season 1 · 5 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →
Season 2 · 24 episodes Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →
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Season 4 · 23 episodes Open the complete Season 4 guide & lore primer →
Season 5 · 26 episodes Open the complete Season 5 guide & lore primer →
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Season 9 · 31 episodes Open the complete Season 9 guide & lore primer →
Season 10 · 29 episodes Open the complete Season 10 guide & lore primer →
Season 11 · 30 episodes Open the complete Season 11 guide & lore primer →
Season 12 · 26 episodes Open the complete Season 12 guide & lore primer →
Season 13 · 27 episodes Open the complete Season 13 guide & lore primer →
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Frequently asked questions

What is the series about?

It follows the lives and rivalries of the affluent Ewing family who own an oil company and a cattle ranch.

When did the show air?

The series aired on CBS from April 2, 1978, until May 3, 1991.

How many seasons are there?

The original series consists of 14 seasons.

Who are the main characters?

Key figures include J.R. Ewing, his brother Bobby, his wife Sue Ellen, and his rival Cliff Barnes.

What is the show famous for?

It is well-known for being a popular mega-soap and for featuring one of the most famous cliffhangers in television history.

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