The Waltons
Overview
Set against the backdrop of rural Virginia during the Great Depression and World War II, The Waltons chronicles the daily lives and struggles of a close-knit family. Each episode highlights the resilience and unity of the Walton family as they navigate the challenges of economic hardship and global conflict. With a strong emphasis on love, support, and community, viewers experience the warmth of home life through the eyes of young John-Boy Walton and his siblings, capturing both the trials and triumphs of growing up in a simpler time.
Episodes
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1
The Foundling
The Walton family discovers a young girl abandoned on their doorstep and welcomes her into their home. After a visit to the doctor, they learn that sh...
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2
The Carnival
A carnival troupe arrives at Walton's Mountain, bringing excitement to the community. However, chaos ensues when the manager makes off with the funds,...
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3
The Calf
Chance, the family cow, has a healthy calf, but John declares that they need to sell it to cover expenses. In a bid to protect the calf, Elizabeth and...
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4
The Hunt
John Boy is getting ready for his first hunting trip, but he’s filled with anxiety about taking an animal’s life. During the hunt, he unexpectedly...
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5
The Typewriter
John Boy decides to borrow an old typewriter from the Baldwin sisters to submit a story to a magazine. However, Mary Ellen accidentally sells the type...
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6
The Star
Title: The Celestial Visitor Plot: After a meteorite crashes into the Baldwin residence, Zeb fears that his end is near. Meanwhile, the Baldwin siste...
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7
The Sinner
Title: The Sinner Plot: When Reverend Matthew Fordwick arrives in Walton's Mountain, his rigid and intense sermons cause unrest among the locals. H...
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8
The Boy From the C.C.C.
Gino, a young boy living in the impoverished areas of New York City, escapes from a CCC Camp and discovers the true meanings of trust and love through...
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9
The Ceremony
A Jewish family fleeing the horrors of Nazi Germany seeks refuge in Walton's Mountain. Their 13-year-old son struggles with his faith as he begins to ...
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10
The Legend
Title: The Myth Plot: John's former military comrade, Tip Harrison, struggles with his unfulfilled ambitions, resorting to immature behavior and rema...
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11
The Literary Man
When John-Boy's truck gives out, he encounters the writer A.J. Covington. In the midst of this unexpected meeting, John-Boy inadvertently puts a cruci...
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12
The Dust Bowl Cousins
The Waltons' far-off relatives show up on the mountain, quickly throwing everyone's lives into turmoil with their lazy and deceitful behavior.
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13
The Reunion
Title: The Reunion Plot: The Baldwin sisters find themselves entangled in a complicated situation with their cunning cousin, Homer Lee Baldwin. As th...
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14
The Minstrel
Mary Ellen encounters a wandering troubadour named Jamie and becomes so enchanted by him that she starts to overlook her duty to help with the fruit p...
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15
The Actress
When her vehicle malfunctions, the renowned and flamboyant actress, Alvira Drummond, becomes stuck on Waltons Mountain. The children, particularly Mar...
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16
The Fire
Title: The Blaze Plot: When a young girl’s father vehemently opposes Miss Hunter's lessons on Evolution, his anger spirals out of control during a ...
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17
The Love Story
John Boy finds himself smitten with Jenny Pendleton when she comes back to Walton's Mountain. However, her father and new stepmother soon arrive to ke...
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18
The Courtship
Olivia's Uncle Cody Nelson pays a visit alongside the Waltons and unexpectedly falls for a woman who has gone through four divorces.
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19
The Gypsies
Title: The Travelers Plot: A traveling family finds themselves in a difficult situation, yet their patriarch stubbornly declines assistance from the ...
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20
The Deed
Title: The Deed Plot: The Waltons discover that the deed to Walton's Mountain was never formally filed. To assist with the mounting legal expenses, J...
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21
The Scholar
Verdie Grant, a neighbor, approaches John-Boy with a request to learn how to read and write. He readily agrees, thinking it will be a good opportunity...
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22
The Bicycle
Curtis Norton, the local blacksmith, enlists John-Boy to write letters for his fiancée. However, when she arrives on Walton's Mountain, she discovers...
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23
The Townie
Sarah, a friend of John-Boy, views him as her ticket out of her stifling life with her overbearing mother. When John-Boy turns down her romantic overt...
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24
An Easter Story
The family faces a tough challenge when Olivia contracts polio. Despite Dr. Vance's recommended treatment, her condition doesn’t improve. John-Boy d...
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1
The Journey
Maggie McKenzie longs for one last glimpse of the ocean, so John-Boy takes her on the trip, sacrificing his chance to attend a significant dance. Mean...
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2
The Odyssey
Title: The Journey Plot: John-Boy sets off to a mountain getaway where he unexpectedly reunites with a former classmate who is about to give birth. W...
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3
The Separation
Title: The Rift Plot: The household faces a dire financial setback, leading to a power shutoff. In secret, Grandpa decides to find a way to earn some...
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4
The Theft
Title: The Heist Plot: Mrs. Clayborne, a rich widow, claims that John Walton has stolen valuable antiques during his time working at her estate. In n...
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5
The Roots
Title: The Roots Plot: Meet Harley Foster and his son Jodie, newcomers to the series. Harley travels through the countryside, picking up various jo...
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6
The Chicken Thief
Title: The Poultry Bandit Plot: John-Boy stumbles upon Yancy Tucker, a family acquaintance, in the act of stealing chickens, leaving him torn about w...
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7
The Prize
Title: The Competition Plot: The annual Country Fair has arrived in Walton's Mountain, bringing excitement to the community. Grandma proudly submits ...
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8
The Braggart
Hobart Shank, a teenage orphan, comes back to the Walton household as John works to secure him a contract to become a professional baseball pitcher. U...
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9
The Fawn
John-Boy takes on the role of rent collector for a landlord he despises, while Erin, feeling let down by her supposed hero, dedicates her time to cari...
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10
The Thanksgiving Story
Title: The Thanksgiving Story Plot: John-Boy eagerly awaits the arrival of his girlfriend while preparing for a crucial college scholarship exam. How...
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11
The Substitute
A talented but inexperienced substitute teacher causes chaos at Walton's Mountain School. Struggling with her own insecurities, she dismisses guidance...
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12
The Bequest
Grandma discovers she's come into $250 and makes the generous choice to share her newfound fortune. Meanwhile, Mary Ellen decides to try out being a b...
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13
The Air Mail Man
When an air mail pilot encounters engine issues, he makes an emergency landing in the Walton's meadow. John steps in to assist with the repairs, and s...
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14
The Triangle
John-Boy feels a deep sense of heartache when he discovers that his teacher, Miss Hunter, is now in a relationship with Reverend Fordwick.
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15
The Awakening
As Grandma celebrates her 68th birthday, she acutely senses the dual nature of aging. It's a bittersweet moment as she grapples with the realities of ...
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16
The Honeymoon
Olivia and John embark on a romantic late honeymoon at Virginia Beach, seeking to rekindle their connection. Meanwhile, John-Boy and Marcia Woolery na...
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17
The Heritage
Title: The Legacy Plot: An investor persuades John to consider selling the mountain for development as a tourist attraction. As John contemplates the...
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18
The Gift
Jason faces one of life's toughest challenges when he loses a dear friend. Meanwhile, Seth Turner receives devastating news—he has just one year lef...
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19
The Cradle
Olivia discovers she is expecting, prompting the kids to create a range of gifts for her and the baby. Elizabeth feels envious, worrying that being th...
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20
The Fulfillment
The Waltons welcome an 8-year-old orphan named Stevie into their home to provide him with the warmth of a family environment. During his stay, Stevie ...
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21
The Ghost Story
Title: The Spirit Game Plot: The kids receive a Ouija board as a gift from Ike. Olivia and Grandma express their concerns about the children engaging...
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22
The Graduation
Title: The Graduation Plot: As graduation day approaches, John-Boy excitedly prepares to don a new suit for the ceremony. However, tragedy strikes wh...
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23
The Five Foot Shelf
George Reed, a traveling salesman, convinces Olivia to purchase a five-foot set of books known as The Harvard Classics. With the down payment from the...
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24
The Car
As John-Boy embarks on his college journey, he realizes he needs a car for commuting. To solve this, he strikes a bargain with Hyder Rudge. John-Boy a...
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The Conflict
Title: The Showdown Plot: Aunt Martha Corinnie Walton faces a looming threat as The Blue Ridge Parkway plans encroachment on her beloved home. In a s...
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The First Day
On his first day at Boatwright, John-Boy faces a range of fresh obstacles. Meanwhile, back at home, Jason struggles with the pressure of being the old...
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3
The Thoroughbred
John-Boy decides to enter Blue, the family mule, in the local cross-country race, hoping to impress Selena Linville with a victory. Inspired by the me...
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4
The Runaway
With John-Boy off at college, Jim Bob feels isolated and overlooked. In an attempt to find companionship, he brings home a guinea pig that serves as t...
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The Romance
Title: The Heart's Canvas Plot: Olivia decides to take evening art classes, where her instructor starts to show interest in her beyond just teaching....
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6
The Ring
Mary Ellen purchases a new purse, and when she gets home, she discovers a beautiful amethyst ring tucked inside. Thrilled, she decides to wear it to t...
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7
The System
Title: The System Plot: Ben discovers the dangers associated with smoking. Meanwhile, John-Boy defends a classmate who breaches Boatwright's honor co...
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8
The Spoilers
A troubled family from New York relocates to Walton's Mountain, bringing chaos to the Walton household. Their clashing personalities and disruptive be...
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9
The Marathon
In Scottsville, John-Boy teams up with Daisy Garner, a complete stranger, to participate in a dance marathon. Initially, the experience is enjoyable, ...
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10
The Book
Title: The Manuscript Plot: John-Boy discovers that his anthology of short stories is set for publication, bringing him immense joy and fulfillment. ...
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11
The Job
John-Boy takes a job reading to a young blind woman who initially reacts with hostility, both towards him and life itself. As she spends time in Walto...
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12
The Departure
John decides to look for a job at a shipyard in Norfolk, feeling as though he has missed out on life. However, he quickly comes to the realization tha...
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13
The Visitor
Zeb's longtime friend comes back to Walton's Mountain, but this time he is alone. The Waltons discover that his wife has passed away, yet he refuses t...
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14
The Birthday
Grandpa suffers a heart attack and appears to be unresponsive to the medical care he's receiving. In an effort to lift his spirits, the family takes m...
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15
The Lie
Title: The Deception Plot: Ben travels to Charlottesville to reunite a young girl with her mother, but he takes John-Boy's truck without asking first...
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16
The Matchmakers
Title: The Matchmakers Plot: Corabeth Walton, a relative of the Walton family, arrives unexpectedly for a lengthy stay. Ike Godsey is immediately smi...
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17
The Beguiled
John-Boy meets a brash girl whose lack of morals stirs up tension and distrust towards Danny, Jim Bob’s buddy. Her self-serving attitude creates fri...
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18
The Caretakers
Grandpa and Grandma get frustrated with the family and decide to move out to look after a friend's house. As time passes, everyone comes to understand...
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19
The Shivaree
Title: The Shivaree Plot: When the daughter of a close friend prepares for her wedding, everything seems to be in order until a traditional mountain ...
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20
The Choice
Title: The Decision Plot: John is eager to grow the family mill, envisioning a new name: Walton and Sons. Meanwhile, Jason harbors dreams of pursuing...
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21
The Statue
Title: The Statue Plot: At Godsey's store, a raffle features a striking statue, and Grandpa ends up winning it. To everyone's surprise, the statue be...
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22
The Song
Sally Ann Harper has her sights set on Jason, but it's Ben who finds himself falling for her. Meanwhile, Grandpa and John decide to participate in a b...
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23
The Woman
As John and Olivia prepare to celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary, John-Boy finds himself captivated by an older woman. Torn between his feelings...
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24
The Venture
Determined to grow his business, John embarks on constructing a new mill. In a race against time to fulfill a major order, he pushes himself to the li...
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The Sermon
Title: The Sermon Plot: Reverend Fordwick enlists John-Boy to give the Sunday sermon, while Miss Hunter invites Olivia to step in as a temporary teac...
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The Genius
John-Boy is tasked by his Dean to look after a 16-year-old prodigy for the weekend. Although Lyle excels in science and mathematics, he struggles sign...
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3
The Fighter
James Travis Clark, a young boxing contender from Richmond, comes to Walton's Mountain in search of employment. He takes up residence in the Walton ba...
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4
The Prophecy
As the 25-year mark of his high school reunion arrives, John grapples with feelings of disappointment over his achievements in life. Meanwhile, John-B...
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The Boondoggle
Porter Sims, a journalist from New York, visits Virginia to gather content for a travel guide. John-Boy introduces him to the Baldwin sisters, who per...
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6
The Breakdown
Jason is studying at Klineberg Conservatory while also performing with the Haystack Gang and the Sunrise Gospeleers. Struggling to keep up, he makes t...
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7
The Wing-Walker
John-Boy is working on a piece about a female wing-walker showcasing her talents at the county fair. He extends an invitation for her to stay with the...
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8
The Competition
Chad Marshall, a charming forestry student, shows up on Walton's Mountain, catching the attention of both Erin and Mary Ellen. As the sisters vie for ...
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9
The Emergence
Marica Woolery, John-Boy's former girlfriend, comes back to Walton's Mountain with her fiancé to sell some property she inherited. She intends to use...
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10
The Loss
Olivia Hill comes back to Walton's Mountain after the unexpected passing of her husband, seeking solace. The family rallies around her, trying to lift...
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11
The Abdication
John-Boy rekindles his friendship with A.J. Covington, who is involved with a film crew on location. Meanwhile, the Walton family closely tracks the a...
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12
The Estrangement
Title: The Disconnection Plot: Vera Walton has decided to leave her abusive husband Wade and takes refuge in the family home. Meanwhile, Wade is invo...
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13
The Nurse
Mary Ellen anxiously waits to hear about her nursing school application, while the rest of the Waltons secretly gather to create surprise farewell gif...
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14
The Intruders
Title: The Competitors Plot: Frustrated, Ben storms out of the house just as Grandpa and John prepare to compete against a rival lumber mill for a lu...
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15
The Search
Olivia and the youngest kids, Jim-Bob and Elizabeth, head up Walton's Mountain, only to find themselves lost. They face various difficulties along the...
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16
The Secret
Jim-Bob starts to believe he might have been adopted and decides to dig into his birth records. To his surprise, he discovers that he has a twin broth...
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17
The Fox
Grandpa loves reminiscing about his time with Teddy Roosevelt during the Spanish-American War, but he hesitates when it comes to joining a reunion for...
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18
The Burn Out
The Walton home suffers significant fire damage, forcing the family to seek temporary shelter with friends. As they navigate this challenging time, Jo...
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19
The Big Brother
John-Boy encounters a 12-year-old girl named Muffin who has run away from home. She confides in him about the abuse she has suffered and reveals that ...
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20
The Test
Olivia starts working as a dressmaker and quickly excels in her role, landing a full-time position. While she enjoys the recognition, she comes to und...
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21
The Quilting
A quilting event serves as a signal that a woman has reached marrying age. Grandma is set on organizing one for her granddaughter, Mary Ellen, who fir...
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22
The House
Esther is determined to rescue an old house from demolition, while Grandpa is eager to obtain the contract to dismantle it for its valuable wood. Thei...
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23
The Fledgling
John-Boy is determined to gather enough money for the down payment on an old printing press, hoping to launch his own newspaper.
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24
The Collision
Selena Linville returns to Walton's Mountain and sparks a sense of urgency in John-Boy, encouraging him to travel to Spain and document the struggle f...
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The First Edition
John-Boy releases the inaugural issue of The Blue Ridge Chronicle, featuring a story about Ben that doesn’t sit well with their mother. Her anger ov...
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The Vigil
Mary Ellen, a nursing student, believes she has pinpointed the cause of Grandma's illness, but her misdiagnosis nearly leads to a life-threatening sit...
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The Comeback
Title: The Resurrection Plot: Jason receives devastating news that his scholarship has been revoked. In his despair, he starts spending time at the D...
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The Baptism
Title: The Baptism Plot: John is reluctant to attend the revival meeting, despite the allure of a well-known evangelist's appearance. He grapples wit...
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The Fire Storm
John-Boy is determined to keep the townspeople informed about developments in Europe, so he chooses to feature excerpts from Hitler's Mein Kampf in th...
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The Nightwalker
Under the cover of darkness, a mysterious figure roams Walton's Mountain. Meanwhile, Ike Godsey prepares Godsey's Hall for a community event, promptin...
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The Wedding
Mary Ellen shocks her parents with the news that she and Dr. David Spencer are set to tie the knot. As the family begins to organize the upcoming wedd...
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The Cloudburst
Title: The Cloudburst Plot: In a desperate move to cover the costs of his printing press, John-Boy decides to sell his Meadow to a mining corporation...
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The Great Motorcycle Race
Jim-Bob restores Ike's vintage motorcycle and decides to participate in a motorcycle race. Meanwhile, the Godseys are eager to adopt a baby but end up...
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10
The Pony Cart
Title: The Pony Cart Plot: Auntie Martha Corrine Walton arrives at Walton's Mountain for a visit, quickly disrupting the lives of everyone around her...
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The Best Christmas
The entire Walton family, consisting of 11 members, gathers to celebrate Christmas. This holiday marks a poignant moment, as it would be their final o...
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12
The Last Mustang
The Waltons find themselves deeply involved in a heated sheriff's election, while Grandpa is determined to set free a wild mustang he claims was captu...
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13
The Rebellion
Corabeth offers Olivia a perm, but it ends up being a disaster. Meanwhile, Grandma finds herself facing fresh competition for the church organ positio...
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14
The Ferris Wheel
Elizabeth finds herself haunted by nightmares where she’s trapped at the pinnacle of a ferris wheel. Meanwhile, Ben begins to grapple with his growi...
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15
The Elopement
When Erin's first love, Chad Marshall, unexpectedly returns and proposes to her, she happily accepts. However, John strongly opposes the idea, leaving...
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16
John's Crossroad
John travels to Charlottesville to seek an office position. However, he struggles to cope with the rigid management style of the office supervisor, ma...
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17
The Career Girl
Erin's high school graduation is filled with anxiety as she grapples with uncertainty about her future and lacks a clear career path.
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18
The Hero
Inspired by Grandma's idea, John-Boy takes the initiative to plan a memorial for the Jefferson County Doughboys who fought in World War I. However, Sh...
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19
The Inferno
Title: The Inferno Plot: John-Boy journeys to Lakehurst, New Jersey, to report on the Hindenburg's arrival, but the disaster of its fiery crash profo...
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20
The Heartbreaker
Jason develops feelings for Vanessa, Curt's sister, who has left her husband to pursue her dream of becoming a singer. Meanwhile, John-Boy starts to s...
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21
The Long Night
Grandpa announces his intention to bring Grandma back home from the hospital, but when the doctors refuse, he creates a ruckus and is banned from retu...
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22
The Hiding Place
The Baldwins welcome their niece, Hillary Von Kleist, who visits from Vienna. Meanwhile, Jason decides to enlist in the National Guard, despite Olivia...
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23
The Go-Getter
After an explosive argument with John, an enraged Ben decides to become a used car salesman. Initially, he appears to excel in his new role, showcasin...
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24
The Achievement
After weeks of anticipation without any updates on his novel, John-Boy finally heads to New York City. His patience is rewarded when he meets with an ...
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The Hawk
A new young minister arrives, stirring up some discomfort among the congregation.
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The Stray
Title: The Runaway Plot: Unusual footprints and a line of catfish draw the Waltons' attention to their barn, where they discover 12-year-old Josh, a ...
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3
The Recluse
Jason and Fern Lockwood, a reclusive duo, bond over their shared passion for music, though Fern is shy and often feels overwhelmed by life. Meanwhile,...
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The Warrior
An elderly man, along with his grandson and two Native Americans, arrives at Walton's Mountain to announce that the site where the barn stands is home...
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5
The Seashore
While enjoying a getaway at the Baldwin sisters' beach cottage, the Waltons meet an unusual English girl. Meanwhile, Ben decides to stay behind, looki...
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6
The Volunteer
Title: The Volunteer Plot: Following Erin's rejection of G.W. Haines' marriage proposal, he enlists in the Army. Despite her father's objections, Eri...
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The Grandchild
Title: The New Arrival Plot: Mary Ellen welcomes the Walton family's very first grandchild, a baby boy named John Curtis Williard. The joyous occasio...
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The First Casualty
Title: The Initial Loss Plot: Dr. Willard receives his draft notice to join the US Med Corps. Tragedy strikes when Erin's boyfriend, G.W. Haines, die...
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The Battle of Drucilla's Pond
At Drucilla's pond, the Army conducts training exercises. Meanwhile, Olivia captures the serene landscapes on canvas in preparation for a local art ex...
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10
The Flight
Title: The Flight Plot: Jim-Bob encounters a new classmate who shares his ambition to enlist in the Air Corps. Meanwhile, Elizabeth takes Maud Gormle...
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The Milestone
Olivia returns to her hometown of Alberene to visit her Aunt Kate as she navigates the challenges of entering a new phase of life. Meanwhile, Jim-Bob ...
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12
The Children's Carol
During the London Blitz, two British children seek refuge in Walton's Mountain, where they spend Christmas with the Waltons and the Baldwins. As they ...
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13
The Celebration
John discovers that the family is nearing the end of their debt, prompting everyone to contribute to a significant contract. At the mortgage-burning c...
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14
The Rumor
Title: The Whispers Plot: When the Brimmer family relocates to the Mountain in search of employment and a home, their German accents raise eyebrows a...
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15
Spring Fever
Mamie Baldwin's rose bush is wilting, and she interprets this as an omen of her own mortality. Meanwhile, a romantic tangle arises as Jim-Bob begins d...
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16
The Festival
Jason learns about bias when he and Josh Verdie’s son try out for a recital. Meanwhile, Aimee Godsey and Elizabeth find themselves caught up in the ...
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The Anniversary
After 25 years of marriage, John and Olivia find ways to celebrate their love. Olivia surprises John with a new phone to keep in their home, while Joh...
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18
The Family Tree
With Jason's assistance, Verdie delves into her family's heritage to uncover their history. Meanwhile, Elizabeth engages in correspondence with a sold...
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19
The Ordeal
Elizabeth tumbles off a stack of logs and suffers a broken leg, leaving her reliant on crutches for mobility. Determined to help her regain her streng...
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20
The Return
John-Boy returns home and lends a hand in reopening the old Guthrie Mine. John and several other men delve into the mine to start working. Suddenly, t...
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21
The Revelation
John-Boy proposes to Daisy, and they head back home to start planning their future together. During this time, John has a conversation with Daisy's mo...
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22
Grandma Comes Home
The Waltons rejoice at having Grandma back with the family, filling their home with warmth and joy. However, the occasion is bittersweet for the entir...
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The Empty Nest
The community is in deep sorrow following the passing of Grandpa Zeb and Flossie Brimmer. Meanwhile, John faces a daunting challenge as he works tirel...
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2
The Calling
Jim-Bob encounters the Baldwin family's cousin, a young girl currently in a convent as she trains to become a nun. Meanwhile, Ben brings on a new mill...
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3
The Moonshiner
Boone Walton returns to Walton's Mountain and finds himself in legal trouble. He is eventually released into the care of Jason. Meanwhile, Daisy Garne...
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4
The Obsession
Mary Ellen turns to prescription drugs to help her cram for her nursing exam, pushing herself to study for extended hours. Meanwhile, Cissy Tucker, Ya...
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5
The Changeling
As Elizabeth approaches her 13th birthday, she becomes hesitant about growing up and inadvertently conjures a poltergeist. Meanwhile, Jason embarks on...
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The Portrait
Erin finds herself drawn to yet wary of a mysterious artist visiting from Paris. He’s working on a wartime mural on the side of an old building and ...
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The Captive
Jim-Bob takes on the task of teaching Elizabeth how to drive. Meanwhile, Corabeth's struggle with alcohol escalates, leading Elizabeth to step in and ...
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The Illusion
Ester Verdie's daughter returns to Walton's Mountain feeling disheartened after struggling to find a worthwhile job despite having earned her college ...
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The Beau
When Grandma's former boyfriend unexpectedly shows up, Elizabeth is left feeling alarmed. Meanwhile, Jim-Bob manages to convince Yancy Tucker to produ...
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10
Day of Infamy
Title: A Christmas to Remember Plot: In December 1941, Mary Ellen announces her plans to join Curt in Hawaii for the holidays. However, the joyous an...
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11
The Yearning
Elizabeth develops feelings for the minister after he’s unexpectedly driven out of the parsonage by a skunk. Meanwhile, Erin lends a hand to the Bal...
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12
The Boosters
Ben persuades the townsfolk to establish an auto court despite John's warnings. Meanwhile, Yancy Tucker decides to start his own venture.
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13
The Conscience
Jason begins to have doubts about enlisting in the military and contemplates the idea of becoming a Conscientious Objector, which frustrates Ben. Mean...
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14
The Obstacle
Mike Paxton, a longtime friend of John-Boy, finds himself in a wheelchair and feels hopeless about what lies ahead. However, with the support and enco...
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15
The Parting
Feeling exhausted, John and Olivia consider a getaway, hoping it will rejuvenate them. However, the vacation proves to be ineffective for Olivia. Conc...
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The Burden
When a car jack unexpectedly slips and nearly injures Jim-Bob, he has a life-changing moment. Grateful to have avoided a serious accident, he feels in...
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17
The Pin-Up
Ben submits a laid-back photo of Erin into a contest, and she takes home the top prize. Suddenly, Erin becomes the focal point of attention, earning t...
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18
The Attack
Title: The Assault Plot: Ike suffers a heart attack due to the intense stress and scarcity associated with running a store during wartime. In his tim...
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The Legacy
Ashley Longworth Jr., who looks remarkably like his father, arrives at the Baldwin residence, where he catches the attention of both Miss Emily and Er...
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20
The Outsider
Ben returns home late at night with his new bride, Cindy, and they begin their life together in the shed. The initial stages of their marriage prove t...
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21
The Torch
Title: The Torch Plot: When Cally May, John’s former girlfriend, arrives in Walton's Mountain to purchase the Dew Drop Inn, it stirs up old feeling...
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22
The Talespin
Jim-Bob is unable to enlist in the Air Corps after failing the eyesight test. Frustrated by this setback, he makes the impulsive decision to enlist in...
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Founders' Day
Jason is determined to impress his music professor and fulfill the course's expectations for an original composition. As he works through his ideas, h...
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The Home Front
John is a member of the local draft board, and after one of the young soldiers he enlisted is killed, the soldier's father confronts John and Jim-Bob ...
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The Kinfolk
Rose comes to visit and ends up staying longer with her grandchildren, Serena and Jeffery. Meanwhile, Jim-Bob and Ike Godsey work on constructing a ma...
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3
The Diploma
Mary Ellen takes on the role of the county nurse for the day. Meanwhile, John is determined to convince the army of his high school graduation. Unable...
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4
The Innocents
Title: The Innocents Plot: Olivia believes that the community should establish a daycare center for the children of defense plant employees. Meanwhil...
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The Starlet
A film crew arrives at Walton's Mountain to use the Pickett plant as a location for a wartime documentary. The director sees something special in Erin...
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6
The Journal
A publisher seeks John and Olivia's approval to print the new book that John-Boy wrote while in Europe. Meanwhile, Jeff struggles with the idea of hav...
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The Lost Sheep
Ashley Longworth Jr. returns and proposes to Erin, asking her to marry him. However, Erin is filled with uncertainty when he confesses that he has los...
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The Violated (1)
Olivia is tasked by the Red Cross to locate a soldier's wife who has been ignoring her husband’s letters. Meanwhile, Corabeth is eagerly anticipatin...
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The Waiting (2)
Olivia decides to join the Red Cross to be close to John-Boy while he’s in a coma. Meanwhile, Rose takes charge of organizing the Thanksgiving dinne...
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The Silver Wings
Title: The Silver Wings Plot: During a routine package delivery, Jim-Bob encounters Betsy, a woman tied to another through marriage, and unexpectedly...
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The Wager
The entire community of Jefferson County was captivated as Mary Ellen and Erin chose to delve deeper into a man's world.
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12
The Spirit
A former prisoner of war has escaped from a camp in North Carolina and finds refuge on Walton's Mountain, where he forms a bond with Jeffrey. As Chris...
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The Fastidious Wife
Title: The Meticulous Spouse Plot: Cindy receives a guidebook from Corabeth about being the ideal wife and decides to fulfill all of Ben's desires. M...
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14
The Unthinkable
A new recruit at Jason's company shares a poignant story about his grandfather, who was captured and killed by German soldiers in Warsaw. His account ...
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The Idol
Hazel Lamphere, the fresh schoolteacher, arrives in Walton's Mountain, and Elizabeth quickly becomes fond of her. Meanwhile, Cindy and Ben welcome the...
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The Prodigals
After Josh and Jeffrey find themselves in hot water for breaking into Godsey's store, they face serious legal consequences. Following a humiliating en...
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The Remembrance
Title: The Keepsake Plot: Zadoc Walton, the cousin of Zeb, returns to fulfill a promise made two decades ago, bringing unexpected changes to Boatwrig...
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18
The Inspiration
Mamie Baldwin successfully navigates a challenging surgery, thanks to her Grandma's support.
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The Last Straw
Title: The Final Tipping Point Plot: After John's gear malfunctions and Jim-Bob faces a similar fate with his own equipment, John begins to ponder if...
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20
The Traveling Man
Stanley Perkins, Rose's former boyfriend, shows up on Waltons Mountain, rekindling his relationship with Rose. Their unexpected reunion brings back me...
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The Furlough
John-Boy comes back home feeling physically healed, but he continues to struggle with amnesia. Meanwhile, Ike faces legal trouble when he is arrested ...
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The Medal
Title: The Medal Plot: Mary Ellen is honored with a medal posthumously given to Curtis. Meanwhile, an old acquaintance of Corabeth's arrives, sparkin...
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The Valediction
Jim-Bob proudly steps up as the valedictorian at his graduation, while Erin discovers that Ashley Longsworth Jr. has tied the knot with a girl in Lond...
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The Outrage (1)
John finds himself behind bars after stepping in to protect a Black neighbor who has been wrongfully accused of killing a white man.
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The Outrage (2)
Title: The Ultimatum (2) Plot: John has just one day to convince his African American neighbor, who stands accused of murder, to surrender to the aut...
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The Pledge
Mary Ellen struggles with feelings of inadequacy regarding her ability to care for the Mountain community. Despite the Dean's warnings, she decides to...
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The Triumph
As the war nears its end, Jason and a fellow soldier in his unit grapple with the moral implications of taking a life. Meanwhile, Ike and Corabeth con...
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The Premonition
Cindy is haunted by nightmares involving Ben, who finds himself captured as a prisoner of war. Meanwhile, John-Boy experiences a whirlwind romance wit...
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The Pursuit
Jim-Bob's former girlfriend arrives at Walton's Mountain with shocking news: she claims that Jim-Bob is the father of her child. Meanwhile, in the Pac...
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7
The Last Ten Days
Ben finds himself on an unplanned journey with his captor, who ultimately hands him over to the American military. Meanwhile, Toni is swept off her fe...
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The Move
Ben returns from the war and shares with John his desire to pursue a degree in engineering. Meanwhile, Erin's much-anticipated vacation is unexpectedl...
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The Whirlwind
Mary Ellen decides to accept Jonesey's marriage proposal, but her excitement is dampened when she learns that Curt may still be alive. Meanwhile, Jaso...
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The Tempest
Mary Ellen discovers that Curt is, in fact, alive and resides in Florida. However, he has changed significantly from the man she once knew. Meanwhile,...
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The Carousel
After the tragic death of her father, Cindy uncovers her adoption through some old documents. Determined to learn more about her roots, she sets out o...
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12
The Hot Rod
After being discharged from the military, Jim-Bob and Jody decide to celebrate by starting their own garage. Meanwhile, the Baldwin sisters face the u...
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The Gold Watch
Title: The Golden Timepiece Plot: Stanley Perkins returns, revealing that he’s experiencing a nervous breakdown. Meanwhile, Jason faces his own cha...
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14
The Beginning
Tom Marshall, the newly appointed minister, arrives in Walton's Mountain and stirs up the church community. Meanwhile, Toni settles into the Baldwin h...
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15
The Pearls
Title: The Pearls Plot: Orma Lee, Corabeth's sister, makes a visit to Ike while Corabeth is out of town. Meanwhile, feeling isolated, Elizabeth trave...
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The Victims
The Waltons come to the aid of a woman suffering from domestic abuse at the hands of her intoxicated husband. Meanwhile, Jim-Bob hatches a plan to str...
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The Threshold
John-Boy returns home to reflect on his future and finds himself participating in a television program for Boatwright University. Meanwhile, Rose face...
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18
The Indiscretion
Corabeth discovers a stash of Ike's old love letters and decides to file for divorce. Meanwhile, Drew is eager to create a romantic evening for himsel...
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The Heartache
Title: The Heartbreak Plot: Rose calls off her wedding to Stanley, concealing her heart condition from him. Meanwhile, Cindy comes to the realization...
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The Lumberjack
Title: The Lumberjack Plot: Paul Matthews Northridge, a scion of a powerful family, arrives in Erin, stirring intrigue and passion among the locals. ...
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The Hostage
A 14-year-old girl is betrothed according to an age-old mountain custom. When Mary Ellen steps in, the groom resorts to kidnapping Elizabeth in an att...
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The Revel
After struggling in New York while chasing his dream of becoming a writer, John-Boy returns home. Meanwhile, the Baldwin sisters prepare for an extrav...
