Dallas: Season 4
Season 4 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Picks up essential narrative continuity directly following the events of Dallas Season 3.
- Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes.
- Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons.
- Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale.
Episode Guide
Season 4 Progress Shield
No More Mister Nice Guy (1)
Nov 7, 1980 · 45 min
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 everyo
No More Mister Nice Guy (2)
Nov 9, 1980 · 45 min
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
Nightmare
Nov 14, 1980 · 45 min
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, h
Who Done It?
Nov 21, 1980 · 45 min
Sue Ellen is arrested for the shooting and the Ewings abandon her completely, not coming to her aid. After bail is posted by an unknown person, a session with a psychiatrist revea
Taste of Success
Nov 28, 1980 · 45 min
Loving his newfound power as head of Ewing Oil, Bobby works to accomplish something that Jock or J.R. never did -- buy a refinery.
The Venezuelan Connection
Dec 5, 1980 · 45 min
Jock is torn between Bobby and J.R. when J.R. decides to take back control of Ewing Oil, but Bobby refuses to relinquish his position. Meanwhile, Pam continues to search for her m
The Fourth Son
Dec 12, 1980 · 45 min
Amos, Ray Krebbs' father, arrives in Southfork with shocking news. Meanwhile, Bobby must deal with his first crisis at Ewing Oil when a tanker and the 600,000 barrels onboard sink
Trouble at Ewing 23
Dec 19, 1980 · 45 min
When Ewing 23 receives a bomb threat, the incident gives J.R. an opening to take back control of Ewing Oil. Meanwhile, Ray reels from the shocking news that he is Jock's son and w
The Prodigal Mother
Jan 2, 1981 · 45 min
Pam believes that she has finally located her mother. Meanwhile, Mitch agrees to marry Lucy and J.R. hatches his plan to regain power of Ewing Oil.
Executive Wife
Jan 9, 1981 · 45 min
Pam begins to feel lonely as Bobby spends most of his time preoccupied with Ewing Oil. Meanwhile, J.R. tries to convince Jock to work on a deal that would go against Bobby.
End of the Road (1)
Jan 16, 1981 · 45 min
J.R. falls for Mitch's sister, Afton, and tries to gain the upper hand when Bobby makes a deal on behalf of Ewing Oil.
End of the Road (2)
Jan 23, 1981 · 45 min
As J.R. flirts with Afton at the wedding, Sue Ellen finds herself pursuing an old boyfriend.
Making of a President
Jan 30, 1981 · 45 min
As J.R. returns to his position at Ewing Oil, J.R. undergoes a public relations campaign in order to help his image. Meanwhile, Sue Ellen finds Pam with Alex and Miss Ellie contin
Start the Revolution With Me
Feb 6, 1981 · 45 min
J.R. sets out to exact revenge on the Asian government after it takes over Ewing Oil wells. Meanwhile, Bobby looks into solar energy.
The Quest
Feb 13, 1981 · 45 min
J.R. sets out to put an end to Cliff's potential political career, but is surprised when he learns who else is looking into having a political career. Meanwhile, Sue Ellen believe
Lover, Come Back
Feb 20, 1981 · 45 min
Though at first she is overjoyed that Dusty is alive, Sue Ellen's happiness proves to be short-lived. Meanwhile, J.R.'s dealings in Asia brings the Cartel back to life.
The New Mrs. Ewing
Feb 27, 1981 · 45 min
As Donna and Ray tie the knot, Lucy competes for Miss Young Dallas. Meanwhile, Jock and Miss Ellie continue to feud.
Mark of Cain
Mar 13, 1981 · 45 min
As J.R. continues to deal in Asia, the Ewing family split over what is being done. Meanwhile, Lucy's inflated ego over her pageant win creates tension and Sue Ellen continues her
The Gathering Storm
Mar 27, 1981 · 45 min
With their marriage on the rocks, Jock threatens to sell Ewing Oil if Ellie divorces him. Meanwhile, Clint tries to convince Sue Ellen to leave J.R.; Lucy's ego continues to threa
Ewing vs. Ewing
Apr 3, 1981 · 45 min
Newlyweds Donna and Ray tries to fix Jock and Ellie's strained marriage. Meanwhile, J.R. continues to try to sell out Ewing Oil.
New Beginnings
Apr 10, 1981 · 45 min
J.R.'s plan to sell is cut short by Jock and Ellie's reconciliation. Meanwhile, Jeremy Wendell sets out to get revenge against J.R.
Full Circle
Apr 17, 1981 · 45 min
Kristen makes her return to Dallas; Lucy and Mitch split up; and Cliff meets his mother.
Ewing-Gate
May 1, 1981 · 45 min
J.R.'s deals in Asia may end up costing him Ewing Oil, as well as his freedom. Meanwhile, Dusty tries to get Sue Ellen to take John Ross and leave J.R.