CTVA US Drama - "Falcon Crest" (Lorimar/CBS) Season 5 (1985-86)

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Season 5 (1985-86)
Episode Guide compiled by The Classic TV Archive
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CBS Fridays 10:00 pm Eastern

5.01 [99] Falcon Crest: THE PHOENIX
Lorimar prod. no. 174201 (copyright date 30Sep85) b: 04-Oct-1985
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by Rod Peterson & Claire Whitaker; Directed by Reza Badiyi
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr. (entry)
*
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin (entry), Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Special Guest Star: Anne Archer (Cassandra Wilder)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Abby Dalton (Julia Cumson) (returns for a few episodes)
Special Appearance by: Celeste Holm (Anna Rossini)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Guest Starring:
Mike Genovese (Al)
Melanie Vincz (Thelma Crocker)
Stephen Tobolowsky (Doctor)
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
Co-Starring:
Lesley Woods (Mrs. Miller)
Deborah Benson (Physics Therapist)
Mario Machado (Unknown)
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
George Brenlin (Father Matthew)
Edmund Balin (Unknown)
Michael Holton (Unknown)
Synopsis:
After the explosion, Maggie suffers from amnesia. Meanwhile, the Rossinis plan to turn Angela's land into a
vacation resort, and Julia receives some shocking news about a long-lost child.

5.02 [100] Falcon Crest: UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Lorimar prod. no. 174202 (copyright date 4Oct85) b: 11-Oct-1985
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by E. F. Wallengren; Directed by Robert Foxworth
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Special Guest Star: Anne Archer (Cassandra Wilder)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Special Appearance by: Celeste Holm (Anna Rossini)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Star:
Henry Jones (Riley Wicker)
Guest Starring:
Rod McCary (Claude)
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Mike Genovese (Al)
Co-Starring:
George Brenlin (Father Matthew)
Bob Curtis (Father Bob)
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
Paul Henry Itkin (Bartender)
Synopsis:
Father Christopher moves to Tuscany Valley, Chase takes over the Giannini Winery despite Cole's pessimism.
Meanwhile, Richard attempt to discover who has got it in for him

5.03 [101] Falcon Crest: BLOOD BROTHERS (aka Vanishing Act)
Lorimar prod. no. 174203 (copyright date 11Oct85) b: 18-Oct-1985
Produced by John F Perry; Written by E. F. Wallengren; Directed by Reza Badiyi
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Special Guest Star: Anne Archer (Cassandra Wilder)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Special Guest Appearance by: Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)(entry)
Special Appearance by: Celeste Holm (Anna Rossini)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Guest Staring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Mike Genovese (Al)
John H. Fields (Ralph Delaney)
Sean McClory (Frank O'Neal)
Julie Gregg (Woman at Halfway House)
Co-Starring:
Bob Curtis (Father Bob)
Ellen Geer (Doris)
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
Ed Vasgersian (Foreman)
Synopsis:
Richard sets a trap for his would-be killer. Meanwhile, Angela discovers the truth about Father Christopher's
identity and calls upon an old friend to rescue her empire.

5.04 [102] Falcon Crest: ECHOES
Lorimar prod. no. 174204 (copyright date 18Oct85) b: 25-Oct-1985
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by William Schmidt; Directed by Robert Foxworth
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Special Guest Star: Anne Archer (Cassandra Wilder)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Special Guest Appearance by: Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
Special Appearance by: Celeste Holm (Anna Rossini)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Star:
Henry Jones (Riley Wicker)
Guest Starring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
John H. Fields (Ralph Delaney)
Mike Genovese (Al)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
Co-Starring:
Bob Curtis (Father Bob)
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
Eldon Quick (Unknown)
Jim Gunter (Unknown)
Synopsis:
As the Rossinis plans intensify, a fire breaks out at Falcon Crest. Meanwhile, Richard's life is in danger, and
Emma orders Lance to accept his new-found brother

5.05 [103] Falcon Crest: INGRESS ANND EGRESS
Lorimar prod. no. 174205 (copyright date 24Oct85) b: 01-Nov-1985
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by Greg Strangis; Directed by Reza Badiyi
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Special Guest Star: Anne Archer (Cassandra Wilder)
Special Guest Star: Apollonia Kotero (Apollonia)
Abby Dalton (Julia Cumson)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Special Guest Appearance by: Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
Special Appearance by: Celeste Holm (Anna Rossini) (exit)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Star:
Cesare Danova (Count Antoine de Muriac)
Guest Starring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Martine Beswick (Pamela Lynch)
Carla Borelli (Connie Giannini)
Mark Lonow (Unknown)
Mike Genovese (Al)
Ben Mittleman (Unknown)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
Co-Starring:
Bob Curtis (Father Bob)
Ellen Geer (Doris)
John Zenda (Unknown)
Ernie Lively (Unknown)
Synopsis:
The Rossini women fall out, Cassandra sells off her share of Falcon Crest to Peter Stavros, and Christopher meets
his mother.

5.06 [104] Falcon Crest: SHARPS & FLATS
Lorimar prod. no. 174206 (copyright date 30Oct85) b: 08-Nov-1985
Produced by John F Perry; Written by Greg Strangis; Directed by Robert Foxworth
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Special Guest Star: Anne Archer (Cassandra Wilder)
Special Guest Star: Apollonia Kotero (Apollonia)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Special Guest Appearance by: Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
(NOT Celeste Holm)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Star:
Cesare Danova (Count Antoine de Muriac)
Guest Starring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Carla Borelli (Connie Giannini)
Mike Genovese (Al)
Co-Starring:
Bob Curtis (Father Bob)
James Poyner (Studio Engineer)
Paul Henry Itkin (Restaurant Manager)
Alan Buchdahl (Race Track Announcer)
Synopsis:
Peter Stavros tries to blackmail Angela into marrying him, Christopher worries about his growing feelings for
Melissa, and Lance's relationship with singer Apollonia deepens.

5.07 [105] Falcon Crest: CHANGING PARTNERS
Lorimar prod. no. 174207 (copyright date 11Nov85) b: 15-Nov-1985
Produced by John F Perry; Written by Deanne Barkley; Directed by Reza Badiyi
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Special Guest Star: Anne Archer (Cassandra Wilder)
Special Guest Star: Apollonia Kotero (Apollonia)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley) (entry)
Special Guest Appearance by: Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Guest Starring:
Roger Perry (John Costello)
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
John Carter (Max Hartman)
Mike Genovese (Al)
John H. Fields (Ralph Delaney)
Co-Starring:
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
Staness Caroll (Unknown)
Featuring:
Noon Orsati (Punk)
Ramona Scott (Ann Brixie)
Al Gingolani (Paul Espinoza)
Synopsis:
Richard strikes a deal with Lance while Angela enlists the help of a crooked politican to ensure her plans for
a new irrigation system go ahead - including a dam built on Giannini property.

5.08 [106] Falcon Crest: STORM WARNINGS (plural on screen)
Lorimar prod. no. 174208 (copyright date 14Nov85) b: 22-Nov-1985
Produced by John F Perry; Written by Dick Nelson; Directed by Philip Leacock
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Special Guest Star: Anne Archer (Cassandra Wilder)
Special Guest Star: Apollonia Kotero (Apollonia)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley) (entry)
Special Guest Appearance by: Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Star:
Henry Jones (Riley Wicker)
Guest Starring:
Roger Perry (John Costello)
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
Co-Starring:
Bob Curtis (Father Bob)
Ellen Geer (Doris)
Barbara Worthington (Alice)
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
David Damas (Delivery Man)
Featuring:
Cindy Riegel (Cindy)
Noon Orsati (Punk)
Synopsis:
Angela meddles in Emma's love life, Lance moves Apollonia into the guest house, and Angela's favorite crooked
politician is the target of a sting.

5.09 [107] Falcon Crest: THE NAKED TRUTH
Lorimar prod. no. 174209 (copyright date 21Nov85) b: 29-Nov-1985
Produced by John F Perry; Written by E. F. Wallengren; Directed by Reza Badiyi
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Special Guest Star: Anne Archer (Cassandra Wilder)
Special Guest Star: Apollonia Kotero (Apollonia)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley) (entry)
Special Guest Appearance by: Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Guest Starring:
Roger Perry (John Costello)
John Carter (Max Hartman)
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Greg Webb (Walker McDowell)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
*
Co-Starring:
Leonard Stone (Judge Carl Fuller)
Jack Wells (Unknown)
Mark Wallengren (Unknown)
Featuring:
Ramona Scott (Ann Brixie)
Al Gingolani (Paul Espinoza)
Synopsis:
Angela reveals the paternity of Robin's baby , and Melissa thinks twice about having a church wedding after all.
Meanwhile, Costello is indicated for soliciting a bribe

5.10 [108] Falcon Crest: INCONCEIVABLE AFFAIRS
(a.k.a. "Something borrowed, something blue ...." )
Lorimar prod. no. 174210 (copyright date 27Nov85) b: 06-Dec-1985
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by William Schmidt; Directed by Philip Leacock
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Special Guest Star: Anne Archer (Cassandra Wilder)
Special Guest Star: Apollonia Kotero (Apollonia)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
Special Guest Appearance by: Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
Note: Laura Johnson does not appear in this episode.
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Star:
John McMartin (J. J. Roberts)
Guest Staring:
Julie Carmen (Sofia Stavros)
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Fred Holliday (David Callaway)
Frank M. Benard (Philippe)
Leonard Stone (Judge Carl Fuller)
Greg Webb (Walker McDowell)
*
Co-Starring:
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
Bob Curtis (Father Bob)
Michael X. Martin (Unknown)
Rick Babish (Unknown)
Synopsis:
Melissa remarries Cole, but she remains determined to make Christopher break his vows. Meanhile, Maggie
receives some surprise money, and Peter is kidnapped.

5.11 [109] Falcon Crest: STRANGE BEDFELLOWS
Lorimar prod. no. 174211 (copyright date 5Dec85) b: 13-Dec-1985
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by Greg Strangis; Directed by Reza Badiyi;
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Special Guest Star: Anne Archer (Cassandra Wilder)
Special Guest Star: Apollonia Kotero (Apollonia)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
(NOT Cesar Romero)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Star:
John McMartin (J. J. Roberts)
Guest Staring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Jill Jacobson (Erin Jones)
Ross Borden (Unknown)
Greg Webb (Walker McDowell)
And:
Aldo Ray (Mr. McLish)
Featuring:
Jim Steck (Unknown)
Joe Peer (Unknown)
Synopsis:
Angela meddles in Emma's marriage plans, and Richard tells a pregnant Cassandra that he can't father children!
Meanwhile, Christopher gives in to Melissa's charms

5.12 [110] Falcon Crest: FALSE HOPE
Lorimar prod. no. 174212 (copyright date 12Dec85) b: 20-Dec-1985
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by W. F. Wallengren & Greg Strangis; Directed by Philip Leacock
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
(NOT Anne Archer)
Special Guest Star: Apollonia Kotero (Apollonia)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
(NOT Cesar Romero)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Stars:
Henry Jones (Riley Wicker)
John McMartin (J. J. Roberts)
Guest Staring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Mike Genovese (Al)
Barry Pearl (Unknown)
Marian McCargo Bell (Harriet Roberts)
Don Dolan (Unknown)
Paul Comi (Unknown)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
Co-Starring:
Bob Curtis (Father Bob)
Lee Kessler (Dr. Sanders)
Karen Huie (Video Production Assistant)
Synopsis:
Angela threatens to sue Maggie over the newly published novel, and a confused Christopher decides it's time
to leave the priesthood. Meanwhile, Robin gives birth to a critically ill baby.

5.13 [111] Falcon Crest: FAIR GAME
Lorimar prod. no. 174213 (copyright date 26Dec85) b: 03-Jan-1986
Produced by John F Perry; Written by E. F. Wallengren and Greg Strangis; Directed by Stan Lathan
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
(NOT Anne Archer)
Special Guest Star: Apollonia Kotero (Apollonia)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
(NOT Cesar Romero)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Stars:
Henry Jones (Riley Wicker)
John McMartin (J. J. Roberts)
Guest Staring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
Co-Starring:
Bob Curtis (Father Bob)
Wayne Scherzer (Paul)
Sonia Curtis (Frannie)
Cindy Riegel (Cindy)
Alan Buchdahl (Race Track Announcer)
Synopsis:
Terry manages to blackmail Richard into marriage, and has Christopher had a change of heart? Meanwhile, Jordan
Roberts lies to Greg about her fight with a her father.

5.14 [112] Falcon Crest: CONUNDRUM
Lorimar prod. no. 174214 (copyright date 2Jan86) b: 10-Jan-1986
Produced by John F Perry; Written by Greg Strangis & E. F. Wallengren; Directed by Gwen Arner
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
(NOT Anne Archer)
Special Guest Star: Apollonia Kotero (Apollonia)(exit)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
(NOT Cesar Romero)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Star:
John McMartin (J. J. Roberts)
Guest Staring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Julie Carmen (Sofia Stavros)
Marian McCargo Bell (Harriet Roberts)
Bruce French (Judge Saunders)
Mike Robelo (Unknown)
Gerry Gibson (Unknown)
Roberta Haynes (Diana Nettles)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
Co-Starring:
Ellen Geer (Doris)
Cindy Riegel (Cindy)
Charles Davis (Unknown)
Synopsis:
Robin disappears with her newborn baby and Jordan's terrible past comes to light. Meanwhile, Angela is up to
her old tricks when she bribes the grape-pickers

5.15 [113] Falcon Crest: CHECKMATE
Lorimar prod. no. 174215 (copyright date 10Jan86) b: 17-Jan-1986
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by William Schmidt; Directed by Simon MacCorkindale
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
(NOT Anne Archer)
(NOT Apollonia Kotero)
Special Guest Star: Abby Dalton (Julia Cumson) (re-entry)(1 week?)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
(NOT Cesar Romero)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Star:
John McMartin (J. J. Roberts)
Guest Staring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Julie Carmen (Sofia Stavros)
Ian Abercrombie (Ross)
Frank M. Benard (Philippe)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)(exit?)
Co-Starring:
Bob Curtis (Father Bob)
Marty Zagon (Unknown)
Terry Burns (Unknown)
Sidney Chankin (Unknown)
Synopsis:
Peter's daughter plots to make him change his will. Julia returns to Falcon Crest and J.J'.s political career
runs into trouble when his family rebels.

5.16 [114] Falcon Crest: COLLISION COURSE
Lorimar prod. no. 174216 (copyright date 15Jan86) b: 24-Jan-1986
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by Claire Whitaker; Directed by Harry Harris
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin, Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
(NOT Abby Dalton)
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Star:
John McMartin (J. J. Roberts)
Guest Staring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Jill Jacobson (Erin Jones)
Michael J. London (Mike)
Co-Starring:
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
Cindy Riegel (Cindy)
Will Jeffries (Unknown)
Samuel Vincent (Bartender)
Featuring:
Jacklyn Curry (Unknown)
Charles Seixas (Unknown)
Allan Graf (Unknown)
Barbara Hill (Unknown)
Don Pugsley (Unknown)
Synopsis:
Maggie manages to bring Robin back, but Robin refuses to give up her baby. Meanwhile, after Greg demands some
answers, Jordan tells him the shocking truth.

5.17 [115] Falcon Crest: SHATTERED DREAMS (aka Chimera)
Lorimar prod. no. 174217 (copyright date 23Jan86) b: 31-Jan-1986
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by Kate Boutilier; Directed by Robert Foxworth
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, Ken Olin (exit), Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Note: Ken Olin leaves the regular cast (and the show) after this episode.
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Star:
Henry Jones (Riley Wicker)
John McMartin (J. J. Roberts)
Guest Staring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Jill Jacobson (Erin Jones)
John H. Fields (Ralph Delaney)
Marian McCargo Bell (Harriet Roberts)
Rick Lieberman (Unknown)
Co-Starring:
Michael J. London (Mike)
Karl Johnson (Unknown)
Robert Winley (Unknown)
Dixie King Wade (Unknown)
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
Albert Owens (Unknown)
Paula Marchese (Unknown)
Ron Doyle (Unknown)
Sabrina Delaney (Unknown)
Featuring:
Walter Cox (Unknown)
Pete Conneau (Unknown)
Synopsis:
After J.J.'s suicide, Richard prevents The Globe from printing anything about the sexual abuse. Meanwhile,
Harriet's furious accusations at the funeral devastate Jordan.

5.18 [116] Falcon Crest: GAMBIT EXPOSED
Lorimar prod. no. 174218 (copyright date 31Jan86) b: 07-Feb-1986
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by Greg Strangis; Directed by Harry Harris (NOT Reza Badiyi)
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, (NOT Ken Olin), Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
Special Guest Star:
Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)(returns)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Star:
Henry Jones (Riley Wicker)
Guest Staring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Julie Carmen (Sofia Stavros)
Frank M. Benard (Philippe Hubert)
Co-Starring:
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
David Crowley (Harmon)
Terence Monk (Unknown)
Jean Paul Vignon (Croupier)
Sam Vincent (Bartender)
Featuring:
Steven Pudenz (Unknown)
Lisa Hullana (Concierge)
Synopsis:
Chance announces a new partnership with Richard Channing, and Lance discovers Peter being held captive. Meanwhile,
Richard moves out - without telling Terry.

5.19 [117] Falcon Crest: FINDERS AND LOSERS (aka Gyres and Gimbles)
Lorimar prod. no. 174219 (copyright date 6Feb86) b: 14-Feb-1986
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by Dick Nelson; Directed by Philip Leacock
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, (NOT Ken Olin), Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
Special Guest Star:
Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Guest Staring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
John McLiam (Carl Beck)
Julie Carmen (Sofia Stavros)
Frank M. Benard (Philippe Hubert)
Robert Clarke (Jason Parnell)
Castulo Guerra (Captain Esteban Fierro)
Jill Jacobson (Erin Jones)
Co-Starring:
Lesley Woods (Mrs. Miller)
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
David Crowley (Harmon)
Ernie Townsend (Larry)
Laura Campbell (School Teacher)
Cindy Riegel (Cindy)
Gil Mandelik (Butler)
Synopsis:
Chase devises a ruse to lure Angela into a doomed business venture. Meanwhile, Richard confronts Miss Jones about
the hijacking, and Joseph reacts badly to Melissa and Cole's arguments

5.20 [118] Falcon Crest: FLESH AND BLOOD
Lorimar prod. no. 174220 (copyright date 13Feb86) b: 21-Feb-1986
Produced by John F Perry; Written by E. F. Wallengren; Directed by Harry Harris
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, (NOT Ken Olin), Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
Edward Albert (Jeff Wainwright)
John Callahan (Eric Stavros)
Special Guest Appearance by:
Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Star:
Henry Jones (Riley Wicker)
Guest Staring:
Bibi Besch (D. A. Caroline Earle)
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Jill Jacobson (Erin Jones)
Julie Carmen (Sofia Stavros)
Co-Starring:
Martin Cassidy (Barlow)
Roger Hampton (Unknown)
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
Sam Vincent (Bartender)
Featuring:
Terence Ford (Unknown)
Alexander Folk (Unknown)
Arlene Banas (Unknown)
Charlotte Portney (Unknown)
Synopsis:
Peter reconciles with his children when they pay him a visit, and Joseph turns to Chase and Maggie. Meanwhile,
unlikely allies team up to find the mssing shipment.

5.21 [119] Falcon Crest: LAW AND ORDER
Lorimar prod. no. 174230 (pc 174221?) (copyright date 21Feb86) b: 28-Feb-1986
Produced by John F Perry; Written by Claire Whitaker & E. F. Wallengren; Directed by Harry Harris
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman (not in this ep), Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, (NOT Ken Olin), Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Barbara Howard (Robin Agretti)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
Edward Albert (Jeff Wainwright)
John Callahan (Eric Stavros)
Special Guest Appearance by:
Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Guest Staring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Ford Rainey (Paolo Bellini)
Jill Jacobson (Erin Jones)
Julie Carmen (Sofia Stavros)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
Co-Starring:
Martin Cassidy (Barlow)
Ellen Geer (Doris)
Michael Barker (Unknown)
Cindy Riegel (Cindy)
Judy Brown (Bank Manager)
Ted Lehmann (Unknown)
Synopsis:
Before she can be arrested, Angela makes a quick getaway. Meanwhile, Richard tries to intimidate Paolo into
selling his harvest, and Cole moves back in with this parents.

5.22 [120] Falcon Crest: HIDDEN MEANINGS
Lorimar prod. no. 174231 (pc: 174222?) (copyright date 28Feb86) b: 07-Mar-1986
Produced by John F Perry; Written by Greg Strangis & William Schmidt; Directed by Philip Leacock
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman (not in this ep), Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, (NOT Ken Olin), Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
(NOT Barbara Howard)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
Edward Albert (Jeff Wainwright)
John Callahan (Eric Stavros)
Special Guest Appearance by:
Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Guest Starring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Jill Jacobson (Erin Jones)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
Co-Starring:
Lesley Woods (Mrs. Miller)
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
Martin Cassidy (Barlow)
Pamela Roylance (TV Reporter)
Ernie Townsend (Larry)
Eric Fleeks (Unknown)
Al Berry (Unknown)
Synopsis:
Terry blackmails Jordan with photographic evidence of her evening activities. Peter makes an executive decision
in Angela's absence, and Maggie finds out more about Jeff.

5.23 [121] Falcon Crest: IN ABSENTIA
Lorimar prod. no. 174232 (pc: 174223?) (copyright date 7Mar86) b: 14-Mar-1986
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by Juliet Packer; Directed by Robert Foxworth
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman (appears briefly at end), Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses,
Margaret Ladd, Laura Johnson, (NOT Ken Olin), Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
(NOT Barbara Howard)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
Edward Albert (Jeff Wainwright)
John Callahan (Eric Stavros)
Special Guest Appearance by:
Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Guest Starring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Jill Jacobson (Erin Jones)
James Ray (Judge Leeds)
Co-Starring:
Ellen Geer (Doris)
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
Ralph Drischell (Unknown)
Sam Vincent (Bartender)
Thomas Bellin (Unknown)
Synopsis:
With Angela out of the picture, Peter wreaks havoc at Falcon Crest and steals of millions of dollars from the
company's accounts. Meanwhile, an obsessive Jeff stalks Maggie through Tuscany.

5.24 [122] Falcon Crest: UNHOLY ALLIANCES
(aka Couples, matched, and mixed)
Lorimar prod. no. 174233 (pc: 174224?) (copyright date 1Apr86) b: 04-Apr-1986
Produced by John F Perry; Written by Dick Nelson; Directed by Larry Elikann
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, (NOT Ken Olin), Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
(NOT Barbara Howard)
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
John Callahan (Eric Stavros)
Edward Albert (Jeff Wainwright)
Abby Dalton (Julia Cumson)
Special Guest Appearance by:
Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Bibi Besch (D. A. Caroline Earle)
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Ford Rainey (Paolo Bellini)
Jill Jacobson (Erin Jones)
Concetta Tomei (Dr. Estelle Kramer)
John Colenback (Frank Bellman)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
Co-Starring:
Ellen Geer (Doris)
Bob Curtis (Father Bob)
Sam Vincent (Bartender)
Audre Johnston (Unknown)
Lin Shaye (Unknown)
Richardson Morse (Judge)
Synopsis:
Angela returns to Falcon Crest to face the music, Maggie gets a surprise when she sees Jeff, and Melissa finds a
financial backer in Eric Stavros.

5.25 [123] Falcon Crest: THE DANGEROUS GROUND
Lorimar prod. no. 174225 (copyright date 4Apr86) b: 11-Apr-1986
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by Kate Boutilier; Directed by Harry Harris
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, (NOT Ken Olin), Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
John Callahan (Eric Stavros)
Edward Albert (Jeff Wainwright)
Abby Dalton (Julia Cumson)
Special Guest Appearance by:
Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Guest Starring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Rosalind Chao (Li Ying)
Fred Holliday (David Callaway)
Concetta Tomei (Dr. Estelle Kramer)
Co-Starring:
Cindy Riegel (Cindy)
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
Rebecca Perle (Unknown)
Jerry Hoffman (Gun Salesman)
Monica Lewis (Unknown)
Alan Buckdahl (Race Track Announcer)
Synopsis:
Jordan is give the opportunity to defend Julia at her retrial, Maggie learns the disturbing truth about Jeff,
and Chao-Li has a surprise meeting with his daughter.

5.26 [124] Falcon Crest: CEASE AND DESIST
Lorimar prod. no. 174226 (copyright date 21Apr86) b: 02-May-1986
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by Greg Strangis; Directed by Reza Badiyi
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, (NOT Ken Olin), Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
John Callahan (Eric Stavros)
Edward Albert (Jeff Wainwright)
Special Guest Appearance by:
Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Special Guest Star:
Henry Jones (Riley Wicker)
Guest Starring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Jill Jacobson (Erin Jones)
Rosalind Chao (Li Ying)
Marian McCargo Bell (Harriet Roberts)
Concetta Tomei (Dr. Estelle Kramer)
F. William Parker (Mr. Adams)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
Co-Starring:
Richardson Morse (Judge)
Synopsis:
When a huge opening party is held for the new winery, a seismologist turns up with a prediction of a huge
earthquake at Falcon Crest. Meanwhile, Jeff continues his stalking.
 
5.27 [125] Falcon Crest: CONSUMED
Lorimar prod. no. 174227 (copyright date 5May86) b: 09-May-1986
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by John F. Perry; Directed by Harry Harris
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, (NOT Ken Olin), Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
John Callahan (Eric Stavros)
Edward Albert (Jeff Wainwright)
Abby Dalton (Julia Cumson)
Special Guest Appearance by:
Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Guest Starring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Rosalind Chao (Li Ying)
Jill Jacobson (Erin Jones)
Concetta Tomei (Dr. Estelle Kramer)
Marian McCargo Bell (Harriet Roberts)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
Co-Starring:
Mel Ayres (Flower Delivery Boy)
Wayne Van Horn (Deputy)
Synopsis:
Jeff's obsession with Maggie winds up with her being kidnapped and imprisoned in his cabin in the hills.
Meanwhile, Terry confirms Chase's suspicions about Richard.
 
5.28 [126] Falcon Crest: CAPTIVE HEARTS
Lorimar prod. no. 174228 (copyright date 5May86) b: 16-May-1986
Produced by John F Perry; Written by William Schmidt; Directed by Reza Badiyi
Director of Photography: Ken Peach, Jr.
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson, (NOT Ken Olin), Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) and Susan Sullivan.
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
John Callahan (Eric Stavros)
Edward Albert (Jeff Wainwright)
Abby Dalton (Julia Cumson)
Special Guest Appearance by:
Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Guest Starring:
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Jill Jacobson (Erin Jones)
Rosalind Chao (Li Ying)
Basil Hoffman (Minister)
Frank Aletter (Unknown)
Concetta Tomei (Dr. Estelle Kramer)
Betty Karlen (Mrs. Baker)
Dennis Redfield (Unknown)
Jenny Beck (Young Jordan)
Gloria LeRoy (Minister's Wife)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
Co-Starring:
Cindy Riegel (Cindy)
Erik Holland (Deputy)
James E. Allard (Monica's Date)
Alex Statler(Snyder)
Wayne Van Horn (Deputy)
Synopsis:
When Cole and Chase finally find Maggie at Jeff's cabin, the situation ends in violence. Meanwhile, Angela asks
Emma to marry at Falcon Crest.

5.29 [127] Falcon Crest: THE CATACLYSM
Lorimar prod. no. 174229 (copyright date 12May86) b: 22-May-1986
This episode aired on a Thursday night instead of the usual Friday night timeslot.
Produced by John F. Perry; Written by E. F. Wallengren; Directed by Harry Harris
Starring: (opening credits)
Jane Wyman, Robert Foxworth, Lorenzo Lamas, David Selby, Ana-Alicia, William R. Moses, Margaret Ladd,
Laura Johnson (exit), Simon MacCorkindale (as Greg Reardon) (exit) and Susan Sullivan.
Note: Laura Johnson & Simon MacCorkindale leaves the regular cast and the show, after this episode (and season).
Daniel Greene (Dwayne Cooley)
John Callahan (Eric Stavros)
Edward Albert (Jeff Wainwright)
Abby Dalton (Julia Cumson)
Special Guest Appearance by:
Cesar Romero (Peter Stavros)
*
(end credits)
Morgan Fairchild (Jordan Roberts)
Guest Starring:
Bibi Besch (D. A. Caroline Earle)
Chao-Li Chi (Chao Li)
Jill Jacobson (Erin Jones)
Concetta Tomei (Dr. Estelle Kramer)
Marian McCargo Bell (Harriet Roberts)
Starr Andreeff (Sabrina Cross)
Rick Lenz (Dr. Jesset)
F. William Parker (Byron Adams)
Brendon Boone (Unknown)
Don Knight (Unknown)
Dan Crane (Unknown)
Jenny Beck (Young Jordan)
John Bennett Perry (Sheriff Floyd Gilmore)
Co-Starring:
Jason Goldberg (Joseph Gioberti)
Cindy Riegel (Cindy)
Buck McDancer (Unknown)
Erik Holland (Deputy)
Ken Del Conte (Unknown)
Kieran Mullaney (Unknown)
Synopsis:
Richard's son comes to live with him, an inspection ends in Melissa's winery being closed down, and a massive
earthquake strikes the valley.

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