Watch Dynasty
- TV-PG
- 1981
- 9 Seasons
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6.3 (7,760)
Dynasty is a primetime soap opera that first aired on CBS in 1981 and ran until 1989. The show is set in Denver and revolves around the wealthy and powerful Carrington family. The patriarch of the family is oil tycoon Blake Carrington, played by John Forsythe. His ex-wife Alexis, played by Joan Collins, is a conniving woman who will stop at nothing to gain control of the family and their business empire. The show focuses on the relationships and rivalries within the Carrington family, and their interactions with other wealthy families in Denver. Blake's new wife Krystle, played by Linda Evans, is the moral center of the show, often caught between the scheming Alexis and the ruthless Blake. The Carringtons are not without their own dramas, however, as their children struggle with drug addiction, adultery, and other personal issues. The cast of Dynasty is expansive and includes a number of recognizable names. John James plays Blake's son Jeff, while Pamela Sue Martin and Al Corley play his daughter Fallon and her husband Steven, respectively. Gordon Thomson plays Adam, Blake's illegitimate son who is a constant thorn in the family's side. Other notable cast members include Heather Locklear, Lee Bergere, Catherine Oxenberg, Kathleen Beller, Emma Samms, and Diahann Carroll. Throughout its run, Dynasty was known for its opulent sets and extravagant costumes, as well as its over-the-top storylines. The show tackled issues such as drug addiction, homosexuality, and mental illness, and was often criticized for its portrayal of women as catty and backstabbing. Despite its sometimes negative reception from critics, Dynasty was a ratings success and remains a cult classic to this day. The show spawned a spin-off, The Colbys, which aired from 1985 to 1987, and has been rebooted in recent years. Fans of soap operas and drama will find plenty to enjoy in this classic primetime series.
