Dynasty: The Reunion
Dynasty: The Reunion | |
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Esther Shapiro | |
Written by | Edward De Blasio Eileen & Robert Pollock Esther & Richard Shapiro |
Directed by | Irving J. Moore |
Starring | |
Theme music composer | Esther Shapiro |
Producer | Elaine Rich |
Running time | 240 minutes |
Original release | |
Network | ABC |
Release | October 20 October 22, 1991 | –
Dynasty: The Reunion is a 1991 American television
Plot
The series finale of Dynasty, broadcast in May 1989, had left oil tycoon Blake Carrington shot by a corrupt policeman, his beloved wife Krystle in an off-screen coma, and his conniving ex-wife Alexis Colby plunging from a balcony.[1] The Reunion picks up two years later as Blake, who survived the shooting but was then convicted for the death of his assailant, is pardoned and released from prison.[1]
Krystle has awakened from her coma during the two-year gap and returns to Denver, where she finds the Carrington mansion on auction. In California, she is reunited with an overjoyed Blake. Blake and Alexis' son
It soon becomes clear that Blake's downfall had been orchestrated by The Consortium, a mysterious organization which now controls Denver-Carrington. The most insidious part of their plan comes to fruition as Krystle, brainwashed before her return, is compelled to make an attempt on Blake's life. Her love for Blake allows her to resist and overcome the programming, but The Consortium kidnaps Jeff. Miles, Blake's eldest son Adam Carrington, and Jeff's ex-wife Kirby Anders rescue him. Despite Adam's involvement in The Consortium's takeover, he and Blake reconcile their differences. Adam and Kirby also rekindle their past romance and Blake regains control of Denver-Carrington after Adam testifies on his behalf. Krystle and Alexis have one final catfight, with the two of them brawling at Alexis' fashion company.
The Carringtons reunite at the mansion as secret Consortium leader
Cast
Main
- John Forsythe as Blake Carrington
- Linda Evans as Krystle Carrington
- John James as Jeff Colby
- Heather Locklear as Sammy Jo Carrington
- Fallon Carrington Colby
- Kathleen Beller as Kirby Anders
- Al Corley as Steven Carrington
- Miles Colby
- Michael Brandon as Arlen Marshall
- Robin Sachs as Adam Carrington
- Jeremy Van Dorn
- Joan Collins as Alexis Colby
Guest
- Alphonsia Emmanuel as Mrs. Litton[2][3]
- Wendie Malick as Carol Marshall[2][3]
- Tony Jay as Dr. Jobinet[2][3]
The miniseries also featured several long-running supporting players from the original series:
Episodes
No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | Prod. code | US viewers (millions) |
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1 | "Part 1" | Irving J. Moore | Esther & Richard Shapiro & Edward De Blasio & Eileen & Robert Pollock | October 20, 1991 | 101 | 23.0[5] |
Blake is pardoned and released from jail and Krystle is released from the Swiss hospital, so the two are reunited after spending 2 1/2 years apart. Fallon is in California and is involved with Miles Colby once again. Steven is living in Washington, D.C., with his partner Bart Fallmont. Sammy Jo is modeling in New York. Alexis is involved with media spin doctor Jeremy Van Dorn. Jeremy is member of shadowy organization called The Consortium, which has taken control of Denver Carrington. Jeff Colby is abducted by The Consortium. Krystle, having been programmed by the sinister Dr. Jobinet in Switzerland, tries to kill Blake. | ||||||
2 | "Part 2" | Irving J. Moore | Esther & Richard Shapiro & Edward De Blasio & Eileen & Robert Pollock | October 22, 1991 | 102 | 20.3[6] |
Adam and Kirby rescue Jeff. Krystle tries to kill Blake, but her love for him is too strong, so she breaks free from the programming of The Consortium. The Consortium takeover of Denver-Carrington is deemed unlawful, so controlling interest is returned to Blake. Jeremy Van Dorn makes one last attempt to gain control of Denver-Carrington and ColbyCo. He tries to suffocate Alexis with gas, but she is rescued by Adam. Fallon chooses Jeff over Miles. Krystle organizes a family dinner and Alexis joins them. Blake makes a toast that acknowledges their family bond, despite their past rivalries. |
Production
Dynasty's cancellation in 1989 had left its ninth season finale unresolved and characters in mortal peril; original cast member
Original cast member
Dynasty: The Reunion also reunited many of the crew who had worked on the original series, including writers/creators
Ratings
Dynasty: The Reunion aired on ABC on October 20 and 22, 1991.[1] The first part was watched by 23 million US viewers, and was ranked at #15.[10] Part 2 was watched by 20.3 millions US viewers and was ranked at #17.[11]
Home media
Dynasty: The Reunion was released on in the United Kingdom on VHS in 1991.[12] The miniseries was released on DVD in Australia on October 23, 2019 by Via Vision Entertainment.
References
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j Gliatto, Tom; Sheff, Vicki (August 5, 1991). "Alexis Strikes Again!". People. Vol. 36, no. 4. pp. 66–68. Retrieved December 29, 2017.
- ^ a b c d e f g "Dynasty: The Reunion (Part 1 of 2) (TV)". Paleycenter.org. Paley Center for Media. Retrieved August 8, 2019.
- ^ a b c d e f g "Dynasty: The Reunion (Part 2 of 2) (TV)". Paleycenter.org. Paley Center for Media. Retrieved August 8, 2019.
- ISBN 1-55783-557-8– via Google Books.
- ^ Donlon, Brian (October 23, 1991). "CBS bats one out of the park". Life. USA Today. p. 3D.
- ^ Donlon, Brian (October 30, 1991). "Close Series wins big for CBS". Life. USA Today. p. 3D.
- ^ a b c d e Carter, Alan (October 18, 1991). "The Dynasty reunion". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved September 4, 2018.
- ^ ISBN 978-0-345-32459-7.
- News Corporation.
- ^ "TV Listings for October 20, 1991 (Sunday)". TV Tango. Retrieved April 6, 2020.
- ^ "TV Listings for October 22, 1991 (Tuesday)". TV Tango. Retrieved April 6, 2020.
- ASIN B0000575LA.
External links
- Dynasty: The Reunion at IMDb