J.R. attempts to find a way out of his marriage to Cally. Sue Ellen thinks about entering the movie business. Weststar's new chairman is announced at the Oil Baron's Ball. Bobby and Cliff attempt to close a deal in Louisiana.

Cally asks Sue Ellen for advice on helping to deal with J.R. Bobby wants to know what Carter is up to. Cliff believes that April's working against Ewing Oil. Nicholas' father decides to investigate his death.

Cally wants a real wedding to be held at Southfork. J.R. is quizzed for answers surrounding Nicholas Pearce's death. Cliff looks at a real estate deal. Bobby hopes that Christopher will like Tracey.

Sue Ellen makes plans for her first movie when she teams up with Don Lockwood and Lucy. Cally manages to become a hero at Southfork. Tommy McKay shows up in Dallas.

Cally attempts to keep Bobby and J.R. on good terms with each other. Sue Ellen grows closer to Don. Tommy becomes involved with drugs. Cliff wants some answers from April.

Sue Ellen and Don continue to see each other. J.R. attempts to find out about Weststar's dealings hoping to get back into Ewing Oil. Bobby and Tracey's relationship comes under pressure. Christopher is jealous about the amount of time Cally is spending with John Ross.

Sue Ellen begins to have some second thoughts about her movie plans. Tommy needs $100,000 and April ends up suffering. Bobby and J.R. end up being forced to talk about their differences.

Cally wants to improve the way she speaks. Sue Ellen begins casting her movie. April admits that she has feelings for Bobby. The situation becomes more desperate for Tommy. Ewing Oil has a major new deal in the works.