Welcome to Knots Landing, where Gary Ewing -- the troubled middle son of the powerful Ewing clan of Dallas -- decides to start life anew. And what could be more reassuring, more nurturing, than an upscale California cul-de-sac in the 'burbs, complete with lovely homes and happy families? But it doesn't take long for Gary and his down home wife Valene to discover that Big D doesn't have a monopoly on adultery, deceit, cunning and greed.