Falcon Crest (1981)

S9E9 Merry Christmas, Charley

Charley relentlessly urges Emma to finalize a deal with Sharpe, even as she navigates her pregnancy. After revealing Sydney's affair with Chris Agretti at the winery to Ian, the brothers conspire to eliminate their unfaithful wives. Meanwhile, Richard expresses his deep feelings for Lauren. When Frank witnesses a confrontation between Sydney and Ian, he steps in to assist, but Ian gains the upper hand. In a twist, Sydney protects Frank by using a letter opener to fatally stab Ian. In a desperate pursuit, Charley chases Emma, only for her to shoot him in the chest.