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Season 1 |
| 1 :01x01 - Pilot (Aug/05/2003) |
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Welcome to Orange County, an idyllic paradise home to California's wealthy individuals. Here, it seems that everything and everyone is perfect, but behind closed doors is a world hidden loyalties, identities, and lives.
When Ryan Atwood, a tough, yet intelligent 16-year-old, is arrested for helping his brother steal a car, pro-bono public defender Sandy Cohen is assigned his case. But when Ryan is abandoned by his mother, Dawn, Sandy, seeing himself in Ryan, becomes a bigger part of his life than either ever expected. Sandy, much to the chagrin of his wife, Kirsten, Sandy invites Ryan to stay with them until his situation is worked out. However, Kirsten worries that Ryan will be a bad influence on their teen-aged son, Seth.
Meanwhile, Ryan becomes attracted to Marissa Cooper, the girl next door who seems to have an effortless and perfect life. But neither of them are aware that the indiscretions of Marissa's father, Jimmy, make shatter the perfect world she's living in. Later, Ryan and Seth find common ground after a fight Newport teenagers, including Marissa's boyfriend, Luke. | | Guest Stars: Daphne Ashbrook as Dawn Atwood, Kimberly Stanphill as Betty, Drew Fuller as Norland, Chris Carmack as Luke Ward, Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts, Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper, Ruth Williamson as Peggy, | Co-Guest Stars: Todd Sherry as Waiter, Ron Del Barrio as A.J., Marisa Theodore as Nikki, Larry Anderson (1) as Bob Coughlon, Josh Waters as Keg Bro, Collin Stark as Saunders, Christine Romeo as Newport Woman #1, Bradley Stryker as Trey Atwood, Barry Wiggins as Steve, Alison Simpson as Karen Coughlon, Ashley Hartman as Holly Fischer, Camille Mana as Fashion P.A., Shailene Woodley as Kaitlin Cooper, | Uncredited: Jen MacNeil as Ariel | Director: Doug Liman
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Cooler Kids -- All Around the World, Phantom Planet -- California, Black Eyed Peas -- Hands Up, Joseph Arthur -- Honey and the Moon, The K.G.B. -- I'm a Player, Mazzy Star -- Into Dust, Maximum Roach -- Let it Roll, Cham Pain -- Show Me, Slightly Stoopid -- Sweet Honey, All American Rejects -- Swing Swing | | | |
| 2 :01x02 - The Model Home (Aug/12/2003) | | Thinking that he'll be put into foster care, Ryan attempts runs away from the Cohens, but is stopped when Seth figures out his plan. However, Seth doesn't want to lose his only friend, so he hatches a plan to keep Ryan in Newport. Seth, with the help of Marissa, hides Ryan in an unfinished home in Kirsten's newest housing development. However, Luke and his friends discover the plan, resulting in a bloody brawl between Ryan and Luke. Meanwhile, Sandy and Kirsten find Ryan missing, resulting in more arguments about Sandy having Ryan stay with them. | | Guest Stars: Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts, Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper, | Co-Guest Stars: Carrie Armstrong as Diner Cashier, Steven M. Gagnon as Arson Investigator, Dwight Hicks as Sheriff, Josh Kloss as Saunders, Adam Grimes as Nordlund, Ashley Hartman as Holly Fischer, Shailene Woodley as Kaitlin Cooper | Director: Doug Liman
Story: Allan Heinberg, Josh Schwartz | Teleplay: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Rufus Wainwright -- California, The Doves -- Caught By the River, The Androids -- Do It With Madonna, Jeff Buckley -- Hallelujah, Rooney -- I'm a Terrible Person, Aaron D. -- In Your Eyes, Shady Lady -- We're Going Out Tonight | | | |
| 3 :01x03 - The Gamble (Aug/19/2003) | | Sandy once again represents Ryan, but this time for the arrest following the model home fire. After his release, Ryan searches for his mother, and once she's found, Ryan agrees to give her a second chance. However, when Dawn accompanies the Cohens and Ryan to a Casino Night, Dawn drinks heavily and Kirsten sees how unfit Dawn is in being a mother to Ryan. Meanwhile, both Sandy and Julie find out that Kirsten lent Jimmy $100,000 to help him with his debt, resulting in an argument between Sandy and Julie. | | Guest Stars: Daphne Ashbrook as Dawn Atwood, Jessyka Ellington as Student, Kim Oja as Taryn, Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper, Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts, | Co-Guest Stars: Lisa K. Wyatt as Customer, Erica Toffel as Dealer, Kimberly Stanphill as Newport Woman #2, Devin Mills as Newport Woman #3, Adam Grimes as Nordlund, Josh Kloss as Saunders, Francis Capra (1) as Z | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: Jane Espenson | | Songs: The Doves -- Caught By The River, Turin Brakes -- Rain City, James Horner -- Sing Sing Sing (With a Swing), Less Than Jake -- The Science of Selling Yourself Short, Brooke -- Wanna Be Happy | | | |
| 4 :01x04 - The Debut (Aug/26/2003) | | After the events of Casino Night, Kirsten and Sandy decide to become Ryan's legal guardian and Ryan officially becomes a part of the Cohen family. For the upcoming Cotillion, Ryan is paired up with Anna, and Summer, much to her dismay, is paired up with Seth. After rehearsal, the kids all go to a pre-Cotillion beach party, but much like the first beach party, Seth and Ryan are thrown into an unwelcoming crowd. This time, however, Ryan is able to resist fighting Luke. Meanwhile, Sandy learns that Jimmy's $100,000 loan from Kirsten has put her into Jimmy's fraud investigation, and the community's anger towards Jimmy's fraud hits its end during Cotillion. | | Guest Stars: Ruth Williamson as Peggy, Christopher Cousins as Greg Fischer, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern, Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper, Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts, | Co-Guest Stars: Paul Witten as Fashion Coordinator, Laura Milby as Cashier, Barry Wiggins as Steve (S.E.C.), Adam Grimes as Nordlund, Ashley Hartman as Holly Fischer, Shailene Woodley as Kaitlin Cooper | Director: Daniel Attias
Writer: Josh Schwartz, Allan Heinberg | | Songs: Leona Naess -- Lazy Days, Brassy -- Play Some D, Smashing Pumpkins -- To Sheila, Dido -- White Flag, Liz Phair -- Why Can't I | | | |
| 5 :01x05 - The Outsider (Sep/02/2003) | | Ryan, wanting to not be as dependent on the Cohens, gets a job at the Crab Shack. There he meets Donnie, and due to their similar backgrounds, they strike up a friendship. But worlds collide when Donnie invites Seth and Ryan to a party. Later, Ryan finally gets the courage to ask out Marissa and Sandy offers Jimmy legal help. | | Guest Stars: Robert Guthrie as Crowbar Kid #1, Devin Mills as Karen, Kimberly Stanphill as Betty, Paul Wesley as Donny, Ashley Hartman as Holly Fischer, Kim Oja as Taryn, Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper, Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts | Director: Jesús Salvador Treviño
Writer: Melissa Rosenberg | | Songs: Fountains of Wayne -- All Kinds of Time, Grade 8 -- Brick by Brick, The Grand Skeem -- Eya Eya Oy, Black Eyed Peas -- Let's Get Retarded, The Grand Skeem -- Rock Like This, The Roots -- Rolling with Heat, The Grand Skeem -- Sucka MCs, Spoon -- The Way We Get By | | | |
| 6 :01x06 - The Girlfriend (Sep/09/2003) | | Kristen nervously prepares for her father, Caleb's, birthday party, and is thrown off when she meets his new girlfriend, Gabrielle. After constant criticism from Caleb about Ryan, the Newport Group, and his party, Sandy suggests to Kirsten that they move away from this life and return to the life they had before moving to Newport. Later, Caleb turns Jimmy down for a job, but becomes increasingly interested in Julie. Meanwhile, Seth's years of dreaming finally become a reality when he and Summer share their first kiss, and Ryan has to fend off Gabrielle's advances. | | Guest Stars: Mark Heidelberger as Waiter, Nichole Hiltz as Gabrielle, Alan Dale (1) as Caleb Nichol, Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper, Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts | Director: Steve Robman
Story: Debra J. Fisher, Erica Messer | Teleplay: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Palm Street -- Break, The Faders -- Disco Church, User -- Do You, Tricky -- Hollow, Soul Kid #1 -- More Bounce (In California), The Runaways -- Wait for Me, Jason Mraz -- You and I Both, OK Go -- You're So Damn Hot | | | |
| 7 :01x07 - The Escape (Sep/16/2003) | | With summer break drawing to a close, Seth is able to convince Ryan to plan a trip to Tijuana, and Summer convinces Marissa to come along as well. But the trip runs into disaster when Seth drives off the road, which damages the vehicle. While the car is repaired, the foursome has no choice but to stay in a grungy motel. When they finally make it to Tijuana, Marissa is devastated to find Luke with another girl, but Ryan is there to comfort her. Back in Newport, Jimmy and Julie finalize their divorce and Jimmy moves out. While helping Jimmy paint his new apartment, Kirsten's old feelings for Jimmy resurface. | | Guest Stars: Mary Castro as Pole Dancer, Bonnie Somerville as Rachel Hoffman, Ashley Hartman as Holly Fischer, Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts | Director: Sanford Bookstaver (1)
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Death Cab for Cutie -- A Movie Script Ending, Rockers Hi Fi -- Going Under, Luce -- Good Day, Mazzy Star -- Into Dust, Los Cubaztecas -- La Conga De Santiago, Chemical Brothers -- Out of Control, Los Cubaztecas -- Ritmo De Oro, Something Corporate -- Space | | | |
| 8 :01x08 - The Rescue (Oct/29/2003) | | With Marissa in the hospital after her overdose, Julie takes her anger out and puts the blame on Ryan. Despite threats from Julie and the risk of losing his spot at Harbor, Ryan does all he can to make sure Marissa isn't sent to San Diego for treatment. Meanwhile, Sandy adjusts to his new job and his friendliness towards Rachel, a co-worker, raises Kirsten's suspicions. | | Guest Stars: April Grace as Dr. Burke, Bonnie Somerville as Rachel Hoffman, Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper, Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts, Rosalind Chao as Dr. Kim | Director: Michael Lange
Story: Allan Heinberg | Teleplay: Melissa Rosenberg | | Songs: Guster -- Keep it Together, Air -- La Femme D'argent, Paul Westerberg -- Let the Bad Times Roll | | | |
| 9 :01x09 - The Heights (Nov/05/2003) | | During the first day of school, Summer continues to ignore Seth while in public, but privately she's jealous of his budding relationship with Anna. Kirsten also feels jealous when Sandy spends long hours at the office with Rachel, and things are made worse when Sandy is assigned to a case against Caleb. Luke continues to try to get Marissa back, but his attempts make Ryan jealous, resulting in a fistfight between the two. Later, Ryan tries to make up for the fight when he gets Marissa alone with him on a Ferris wheel. | | Guest Stars: Sarah Carroll as Girl #2, Melissa Strom as Girl #1, Eric Allan Kramer as Soccer Coach, Keri Lynn Pratt as Girl #3, Adam Vanderwielen as Balloon Artist, Ashley Hartman as Holly Fischer, Bonnie Somerville as Rachel Hoffman, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern, Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts, Rosalind Chao as Dr. Kim | Director: Patrick Norris
Writer: Erica Messer, Debra J. Fisher | | Songs: Solomon Burke -- Don't Give Up On Me, The 88 -- How Good Can It Be, South -- Paint the Silence | | | |
| 10 :01x10 - The Perfect Couple (Nov/12/2003) | | Now that Marissa and Ryan are officially a couple, they decide to take things slowly. When Seth and Anna begin to get closer, Summer has a hard time hiding her true feelings for Seth. Tensions between Sandy and Kirsten continue to grow as Sandy continues to work on the case against Caleb. Trying to patch things up with Marissa, Julie invites Marissa, Ryan and Jimmy to her charity event. But their fragile relationship falls apart when a surprise couple is revealed. | | Guest Stars: Josh Kloss as Chip Saunders, Kelly McCracken as Photographer, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern, Bonnie Somerville as Rachel Hoffman, Shailene Woodley as Kaitlin Cooper, Alan Dale (1) as Caleb Nichol, Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper, Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts | Director: Michael Fresco
Writer: Allan Heinberg | | Songs: Stacy Kent -- A Fine Romance, Leaves -- Breathe, Aqualung -- Strange and Beautiful | | | |
| 11 :01x11 - The Homecoming (Nov/19/2003) | | It's Thanksgiving in the OC, and Seth is forced between Summer and Anna, but the process lands Seth in hot water. Meanwhile, Ryan, accompanied by Marissa, travel to Chino to visit Trey, and their quick trip infuriates Julie. When they return, the mounting tensions explode, making it an OC-style Thanksgiving to remember. | | Guest Stars: Santiago Douglas as Gattas, Demetrius Navarro as Arturo, Gina Gallego as Eva, Bradley Stryker as Trey Atwood, Navi Rawat as Theresa, Alan Dale (1) as Caleb Nichol, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern, Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper, Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts, Bonnie Somerville as Rachel Hoffman | Director: Keith Samples
Writer: Brian Oh, Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Minibar -- Breathe Easy, Gordon Jenkins -- Caravan, Trespassors William -- Different Stars, Mellow Man Ace -- Latinos Mundial, Alexi Murdoch -- Orange Sky, Earlimart -- We Drink on the Job | | | |
| 12 :01x12 - The Secret (Nov/26/2003) | | In the aftermath of Thanksgiving, Anna and Summer are still angry at the way Seth treated both of them and Seth continues to try to make things right. Caleb and Julie's brief relationship is ended when Julie wants a commitment, but Caleb isn't ready to do so. Meanwhile, Ryan and Luke settle their differences when a secret is exposed, and Sandy learns what Kirsten is hiding from him when he meets with Jimmy to work through is legal troubles. | | Guest Stars: Austin Dolan as Brad Ward, Rand Holdren as Ron, J. J. Dashnaw (1) as Jamie, Ryan Bunora as Kid #1, Nick Bundra as Kid #2, Shane Haboucha as Eric Ward, Danielle Bisutti as Joan, Katherine Disque as Lynn, Kate Rooger as Meredith Ward, Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts, Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern, Kim Oja as Taryn, Brian McNamara (2) as Carson Ward, Kevin West as Mr. Bendis | Director: James Marshall (3)
Writer: Josh Schwartz, Allan Heinberg | | Songs: Jet -- Get What You Need, Belle & Sebastian -- If She Wants Me, Jet -- Move On, The Dandy Warhols -- We Used to Be Friends | | | |
| 13 :01x13 - The Best Chrismukkah Ever (Dec/03/2003) | | Seth, staying true to his unique self, created his own holiday by combining Hanukkah and Christmas into Chrismukkah. And this Chrismukkah will be one to remember as Anna and Summer force Seth to choose between them. Ryan is reluctant to celebrate due family problems during past holidays, but ends up helping Marissa, who as turned to alcohol, cope with her own family issues. Meanwhile, Kirsten tries to take her first vacation in years while Sandy continues to work on the case against Caleb's company. | | Guest Stars: Tom Schmid as Cop, Todd Sherry as Waiter, Mark Daniel Cade as Guard, Pontenella Raffou as Amy, Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper, Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts, Alan Dale (1) as Caleb Nichol, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern, Taylor Handley as Oliver Trask | Director: Sanford Bookstaver (1)
Writer: Stephanie Savage | | Songs: The Dandy Warhols -- (You Come In) Burned, Bright Eyes -- Blue Christmas, Firstcom -- Hannukah Lights, Ron Sexsmith -- Maybe This Christmas, Eartha Kitt -- Santa Baby, The Ventures -- Santa Claus is Coming to Town, Firstcom -- Silent Night, Firstcom -- We Wish You a Merry Christmas, Peggy Lee -- Winter Wonderland | | | |
| 14 :01x14 - The Countdown (Dec/17/2003) | | Things are bound to go wrong when Kirsten's rebellious sister, Hailey, returns to Newport. Ryan and Marissa decide to spend New Year's watching movies together, but when Marissa is invited to Oliver's party, she decides to go to the party instead. Hailey gets Kirsten and Sandy to go to a party, which ends up to much more than they bargained for, and in their absence, Hailey throws a raging party for her friends. As the clock ticks down, Ryan rushes across town to be with Marissa when the clock strikes midnight. | | Guest Stars: Tim Lucason as Partier #2, Alaina Kalanj as Yvette, Matt Phillips as Allan, Heidi Van Horne as Cameo, Jesse Brune as Partier #1, Michael Randall Lovan as Partier #3, Mike Wike as Male Skinny Dipper, Amanda Righetti as Hailey Nichol, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern, Taylor Handley as Oliver Trask, Kim Oja as Taryn, Dita de Leon as Female Skinny Dipper (uncredited | Director: Michael Fresco
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Zero 7 -- Destiny (Photek Remix), Finley Quaye & Beth Orton -- Dice, The Suicide Machines -- Did You Ever Get a Feeling of Dread?, The Flaming Sideburns -- Flowers, -- Just a Ride, The Vacation -- Make Up Your Mind, Singapore Sling -- Overdriver, Laptop -- Ratso Rizzo, The Pattern -- Selling Submarines, Dropkick Murphys -- Walkaway, Brookeville -- Walking on Moonlight, Akaline Trio -- We've Had Enough | | | |
| 15 :01x15 - The Third Wheel (Jan/07/2004) | | Hailey moves in with the Cohens, and proves to be a difficult house guest. Kirsten is unable to confront Hailey about her problematic tendencies, so Sandy takes things into his own hands. Meanwhile, Seth and Anna have a hard time telling Summer about their new relationship and Ryan becomes increasingly jealous about Marissa spending all of her time with Oliver. But when Oliver is arrested at a concert for trying to buy drugs, Ryan is able to enlist the legal help of Sandy. | | Guest Stars: Rooney as Themselves, Luke Bugenhagen as Passing Kid, Antonio Leon as Man/Cop, Robert Schwartzman as Himself, Craig Warner as Bartender, Megan Linder as Paula, Amanda Righetti as Hailey Nichol, Taylor Handley as Oliver Trask, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern | Director: Sandy Smolan
Writer: Melissa Rosenberg | | Songs: Rooney -- Blue Side, Ash -- Burn Baby Burn, Rooney -- I'm Shakin', Rooney -- Popstars, Beulah -- Popular Mechanics for Lovers, The Eels -- Saturday Morning, Buva -- Should I Know, Rooney -- Sorry Sorry, Samaire Armstrong & Rachel Bilson -- Thank You for Being A Friend, Laptop -- Want In | | | |
| 16 :01x16 - The Links (Jan/14/2004) | | Ryan, Seth, Marissa, Anna, Luke and Summer are invited to spend a weekend with Oliver at his parent's luxury home in Palm Springs. Oliver quickly gets on Ryan's nerves when he begins to flirt with Marissa and making sure that Marissa and Ryan get no time to be alone together. Summer does all she can to annoy and come between Seth and Anna, but refuses to admit her feelings for Seth. The weekend takes a turn for the worst when Oliver leaves and later calls Marissa to tell her he's taken a handful of pills. Back in Newport, Kirsten talks to her father about Hailey's problems and Sandy and Jimmy decide to go into business together. | | Guest Stars: Michael Reilly Burke (1) as Tom Willington, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern, Amanda Righetti as Hailey Nichol, Alan Dale (1) as Caleb Nichol, Taylor Handley as Oliver Trask | Director: Michael Lange
Writer: Debra J. Fisher, Erica Messer | | Songs: Enrique Iglesias -- Addicted, Puddle of Mudd -- Away from Me, Tom Jones -- It's Not Unusual, Martin Denney -- Love Dance, Martin Denney -- Quiet Village | | | |
| 17 :01x17 - The Rivals (Jan/21/2004) | | Sandy and Jimmy take the first step in going into business by buying the Lighthouse restaurant. Kirsten has a tough time at work when Julie is hired as a designer for the Newport Group. Despite being with Anna, Seth becomes jealous when he sees Summer and her boyfriend together. Meanwhile, Ryan risks his enrollment at Harbor to expose the truth about Oliver. | | Guest Stars: Kevin West as Mr. Bendis, Bret Harrison as Danny, Joe Howard as Robert, Rosalind Chao as Dr. Kim, Alan Dale (1) as Caleb Nichol, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern, Taylor Handley as Oliver Trask | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: The Thrills -- Big Sur, The Mosquitos -- Boom Box, Damiem Rice -- Cannonball, Clinic -- Come Into Our Room, The New Amsterdams -- The Spoilers of the Spoiled | | | |
| 18 :01x18 - The Truth (Feb/11/2004) | | Caleb drops responsibility of the company in Kirsten's lap and forces her to fire Julie. Kirsten also faces stress at home when she and Sandy begin to question if they did the right thing by bringing Ryan into their household. Meanwhile, Ryan and Luke team up to bring Oliver down, resulting in a potentially deadly showdown when the truth is revealed to Marissa. | | Guest Stars: Bryan Oakes Fuller (2) as Security Guard #1, Debi M. Cox (1) as Natalie Bishop, Jack Merrill as Workman, Alan Dale (1) as Caleb Nichol, Taylor Handley as Oliver Trask, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern | Director: Rodman Flender
Writer: Allan Heinberg | | Songs: The Eels -- Love of the Loveless, Azure Ray -- New Resolution, Turin Brakes -- Self-Help, I am Kloot -- Three Feet Tall, Mastersource -- Watching the Game at Joe's | | | |
| 19 :01x19 - The Heartbreak (Feb/18/2004) | | Marissa tries to get her relationship with Ryan back on track, but Ryan is reluctant to forgive her about the situations surrounding Oliver. Things become harder for Marissa when Theresa, Ryan's ex-girlfriend from Chino, comes to Newport to cater the Valentine's Day dance. Meanwhile, Seth and Summer take their friendship to a new level and Jimmy learns that he has a secret admirer living in the Cohen house. | | Guest Stars: Sage Kirkpatrick as Alexis, Amanda Righetti as Hailey Nichol, Navi Rawat as Theresa | Director: Lev L. Spiro
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Squirrel Nut Zippers -- Anything but Love, Mojave 3 -- Billoddity, Mastersource -- Dreamtime, Super Furry Animals -- Hello Sunshine, Bob Seger -- Night Moves, The Fire Theft -- Summertime, Ryan Adams (1) -- Wonderwall | | | |
| 20 :01x20 - The Telenovela (Feb/25/2004) | | Ryan and Marissa decide to start over as friends, but it proves to be a hard task when Ryan begins to spend more time with Theresa. Privately, Seth and Summer's relationship is going good, but in public, Summer hides the fact that she's with Seth. Seeing this, Seth decides he has to teach Summer a lesson. Meanwhile, Jimmy begins to be suspicious of Julie and Luke; Ryan learns why Theresa is in Newport; and Sandy finds himself involved in another mess Caleb created. | | Guest Stars: Richard Herd as Shaun, Navi Rawat as Theresa, Alan Dale (1) as Caleb Nichol, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern, Eric Balfour as Eddie | Director: Sanford Bookstaver (1)
Writer: Stephanie Savage | | Songs: Mojave 3 -- Bluebird of Happiness, Preston School of Industry -- Caught in the Rain, Halloween, Alaska -- Des Moines, James William Hindle -- Leaving Train, Patrick Park -- Something Pretty | | | |
| 21 :01x21 - The Goodbye Girl (Mar/03/2004) | | After Theresa decides to stay and Newport, Ryan helps her find a job and a place to stay. Julie and Luke's affair is almost exposed when Jimmy sees them together. Meanwhile, Anna decides to move back to Pittsburgh and Seth convinces himself that she's leaving because of him, causing him to rush to the airport in order to stop her. | | Guest Stars: Phil Abrams as Mr. Sheeran, Danielle Bisutti as Joan, Katherine Disque as Lynn, Lamont Thompson as Greg Hodes, Shailene Woodley as Kaitlin Cooper, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern, Alan Dale (1) as Caleb Nichol, Navi Rawat as Theresa, Eric Balfour as Eddie | Director: Patrick Norris
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Death Cab for Cutie -- A Lack of Color, Trespassers William -- Alone, Nada Surf -- If You Leave, Journey -- Separate Ways, Mastersource -- Something for You, Interpol -- Specialist, Mastersource -- Walkin' the Walk | | | |
| 22 :01x22 - The L.A. (Mar/24/2004) | | Marissa and Summer decide to take a trip to Los Angeles, and Seth, worried Summer will have fun without him, invites himself to go with. Ryan decides to tag along as well in order to make sure that Marissa doesn't find out about her mother's affair with Luke. Meanwhile, Sandy and Jimmy find themselves in a bind. | | Guest Stars: Steffany Huckaby as April, Marc Perkel as Bartender, Al Sapienza as Club owner, Paris Hilton as Kate, Colin Hanks as Grady Bridges, John David Conti (1) as Manager, Stu "Large" Riley as Ed, Hans Raith as Bouncer, Alan Dale (1) as Caleb Nichol, Amanda Righetti as Hailey Nichol | Director: David Barrett
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: The Plus Ones -- All the Boys, The Crystal Method -- Born Too Slow, Kid Gloves -- Espionage, K-Dub -- Get Krunk, The 88 -- How Good It Can Be, Jude Christodal -- Out of LA, The Vines -- Ride, Secret Machines -- Road Leads Where It's Lead, Radio 4 -- Start a Fire, Timo Mass -- To Get Down | | | |
| 23 :01x23 - The Nana (Mar/31/2004) | | When Sandy finds out that his mother is coming for a visit, the Cohens have to prepare for a Passover dinner with "the Nana". Summer, wanting to get on the Nana's good side, decides to do some preparing as well. But when the Nana arrives, her news shocks the Cohens. Meanwhile, when Marissa goes missing, Ryan heads out to track her down, and finds her hiding in the last place he expected. | | Guest Stars: Doug Ballard as Peter Johnson, Cynthia Avila as Eva, Amanda Righetti as Hailey Nichol, Navi Rawat as Theresa, Linda Lavin as Sophie "Nana" Cohen, Eric Balfour as Eddie | Director: Michael Lange
Writer: Allan Heinberg | | Songs: Modest Mouse -- Float On, Aqualung -- Gentle, Chris Murray -- Heartache, -- Just a Ride | | | |
| 24 :01x24 - The Proposal (Apr/14/2004) | | After finding out about their affair, Marissa refuses to hear any explanation from either her mother or Luke. Luke, feeling depressed, drinks too much and gets into a near fatal accident. Only then does Ryan and Marissa agree to listen to Luke. Meanwhile, prior to the opening of The Lighthouse, Jimmy and Sandy get learn that they were denied their liquor license. Now, Sandy must decide between getting the license or keeping Jimmy as a partner. Later, Caleb uses the restaurant opening to ask Julie an important and surprising question. | | Guest Stars: Doug Ballard as Peter Johnson, Brian McNamara (2) as Carson Ward, Amanda Righetti as Hailey Nichol, Alan Dale (1) as Caleb Nichol | Director: Helen Shaver
Writer: Josh Schwartz, Liz Friedman (1) | | Songs: Christina Lux -- All the Kings Horses, Richard Hayman & His Orchestra -- Autumn Leaves, Henry Mancini -- Loose Caboose, Bob Seger -- Night Moves, Highwater Rising -- Pillow and Records, Syntax -- Pride | | | |
| 25 :01x25 - The Shower (Apr/21/2004) | | Now that Julie's engaged to Caleb, a reluctant Marissa and Kirsten throw her a bridal shower. Theresa returns to Newport and the reason for her return turns Ryan's life upside down. Meanwhile, Seth meets Summer's father, but the meeting is a disaster for both of them. | | Guest Stars: Danielle Discle as Joan, Katherine Bisutti as Lynn, Holly Fields as Cindy, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, Navi Rawat as Theresa, Amanda Righetti as Hailey Nichol, Alan Dale (1) as Caleb Nichol | Director: Sandy Smolan
Writer: J. J. Philbin | | Songs: South -- 9 Lives, Camera Obscura -- Keep It Clean, Zack Hexum -- Met a Girl Like You Once, Mocean Worker -- Right Now | | | |
| 26 :01x26 - The Strip (Apr/28/2004) | | Seth, Ryan, Sandy, and Caleb head to Las Vegas for Caleb's bachelor party. Meanwhile, back in Newport, Kirsten throws together a bachelorette party for Julie. Marissa and Theresa begin spending time together, and Marissa learns more about Theresa than she bargained for. | | Guest Stars: Kevin Rankin as Lucas, Kristen Renton as Jenn, Natalie Blalock as Gail Van Deepen, Gwendoline Yeo as Sara, Jerry Schumacher as Robert Campbell, Chris Showerman (1) as Impossibly Hot Fireman (aka Jeff), David Rountree (1) as Trucker Hat, Navi Rawat as Theresa, Amanda Righetti as Hailey Nichol, Alan Dale (1) as Caleb Nichol | Director: James Marshall (3)
Writer: Allan Heinberg | | Songs: The Beastie Boys -- Ch-Check It Out, Ohio Players -- Fire, Tricky -- How High, Franz Ferdinand -- Jacqueline, The Willowz -- Meet Your Demise, Electrelane -- On Parade, Zero 7 -- Passing By, Jonathan Rice -- So Sweet, Stars -- The Vanishing | | | |
| 27 :01x27 - The Ties That Bind (May/05/2004) | | Julie and Caleb's wedding day arrives, and becomes a life-changing day for more than the newlyweds. As the vows are said and the couple is pronounced husband and wife, events unfold that change the lives of several people forever. | | Guest Stars: Jem Griffiths as Herself, Hamilton Mitchell as Reverend Donahue, Jay Kenneth Johnson (1) as Vince, Andrea Davis as Bakery Employee, Holly Fields as Cindy, Alison Hills as Wedding Guest, Shailene Woodley as Kaitlin Cooper, Navi Rawat as Theresa, Alan Dale (1) as Caleb Nichol, Amanda Righetti as Hailey Nichol | Director: Patrick Norris
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: CAR 188 -- Bridal March, -- Flying High, Jeff Buckley -- Hallelujah, APM -- Here Comes the Bride, -- Maybe I'm Amazed, Orquestra del Playa -- Montserrat, Alexi Murdoch -- Orange Sky, Iron and Wine -- The Sea and The Rhythm | | | |
Season 2 |
| 28 :02x01 - The Distance (Nov/04/2004) | | With summer drawing to an end, tensions begin to rise. Seth continues to be stubborn in his decision to not return home from Oregon where he spent the summer. In Chino, Ryan continues to work his construction job while living with a pregnant Theresa and missing what he left behind. Back in Newport, Summer deals with Seth's disappearance and Marissa continues to distance herself from her new life, finding comfort in her old habits. | | Guest Stars: Julie Skon as Jane, Robin Paul as Amanda, Cynthia Avila as Eva, Brian McNamara (2) as Carson Ward, Bruno Amato as Archie, Chris Carmack as Luke Ward, Tyler Bruhn as BMX Bike Rider, Nicholas Gonzalez as D.J., Navi Rawat as Theresa | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Halloween, Alaska -- All The Arms Around You, The Album Leaf -- Eastern Glow, Zero 7 -- Somersault, Dios Malos -- You Got Me All Wrong | | | |
| 29 :02x02 - The Way We Were (Nov/11/2004) | | During the first day of school for the gang, Seth and Ryan continue to try to win back the affection of Summer and Marissa. Hailey informs Jimmy about her decision to move away from Newport and Jimmy makes a drastic decision in order to stay with her. Meanwhile, Sandy explains Caleb's legal troubles to Julie, who proceeds to threaten Sandy. | | Guest Stars: Greg Callahan as Plainclothes Cop, Bruno Amato as Archie, Nicholas Gonzalez as D.J., Amanda Righetti as Hailey Nichol, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Michelle Hurd as Ms. Fisher | Director: Michael Lange
Writer: Allan Heinberg | | Songs: Ester -- Elefant, The New Year -- The End's Not Near, Sufjan Stevens -- To Be Alone With You, The Perishers -- Trouble Sleeping, Keane -- Walnut Tree | | | |
| 30 :02x03 - The New Kids on the Block (Nov/18/2004) | | Seth, with the help of Alex, tries to prove that he's different that what everyone thinks of him. Summer debates her feelings for Seth now that Zach has entered the picture. Marissa and Ryan try to mend their relationship, but when Ryan meets Lindsay, it makes things a little harder. Meanwhile, Caleb's legal troubles may leave both Sandy and Kirsten unemployed and Julie plans her course of action if Caleb is taken into custody. | | Guest Stars: Mark L. Young (1) as Geek # 1, Kady Cole as Kristen, Paydin LoPachin as Michelle, Perry Anzilotti as Mr. Greenburg, Natasha Rouhani as Hostess, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, The Walkmen as Themselves, Sterling Jones as Cool Rock Guy, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Shannon Lucio as Lindsay Gardner, Olivia Wilde as Alex Kelly | Director: Lev L. Spiro
Writer: Stephanie Savage | | Songs: The Beta Band -- Assessment, The Walkmen -- Faded Beauty Queens, Pet -- No Yes No, A.C. Newman -- On The Table, The Perishers -- Weekends, The Walkmen -- What's In It For Me, Rachael Yamagata -- Worn Me Down | | | |
| 31 :02x04 - The New Era (Dec/02/2004) | | Ryan and Seth go on an awkward double date at a Killers' concert, and end up leaving with someone other than who they came with. Meanwhile, Julie finds her new position at the Newport Group harder than she expected and turns to Kirsten for relief. | | Guest Stars: Gregory Itzin as Stephen Herbert, The Killers as Themselves, Nicholas Gonzalez as D.J., Shannon Lucio as Lindsay Gardner, Olivia Wilde as Alex Kelly, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens | Director: Michael Fresco
Writer: J. J. Philbin | | Songs: The Mosquitos -- Domesticada, The Killers -- Everything Will Be Alright, Pinback -- Fortress, The Killers -- Mr. Brightside, The Album Leaf -- On Your Way, Ambulance, Ltd. -- Primitive (The Way I Treat You), Gomez -- Silence, The Killers -- Smile Like You Mean It, U2 -- Sometimes You Can't Make It On Your Own | | | |
| 32 :02x05 - The SnO.C. (Dec/09/2004) | | With the arrival of winter, Seth, Ryan, Summer and Marissa find themselves planning for the annual "SnO.C.Winter Ball". Julie and Jimmy continue spending time together and getting along surprisingly well. Meanwhile, Sandy comes closer to finding the truth about Caleb's secret and Julie uncovers what Marissa has been hiding. | | Guest Stars: Monika Jolly as Mandy, Chriss Anglin as Homer, Kathleen York as Renee Wheeler, Nicholas Gonzalez as D.J., Shannon Lucio as Lindsay Gardner, Olivia Wilde as Alex Kelly, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: John Stephens | | Songs: Dirty Vegas -- Closer, Gwen Stefani -- Cool, The Faint -- Desperate Guys, Imogen Heap -- Goodnight & Go, Magnet f. Gemma Hayes -- Lay Lady Lay, Feist -- Let It Die, Phoenix -- Run Run Run, Frausdots -- Soft Light, Mascott -- Turn Off/ Turn On | | | |
| 33 :02x06 - The Chrismukkah That Almost Wasn't (Dec/16/2004) | | Everyone is invited to the annual Chrismukkah celebration at the Cohens, but Seth's holiday is tested when secrets are exposed that may change everyone's life forever. Meanwhile, Summer hatches a plan to save Chrismukkah. | | Guest Stars: Shannon Lucio as Lindsay Gardner, Kathleen York as Renee Wheeler | Director: Tony Wharmby
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Har Mar Superstar -- As, Leona Naess -- Christmas, The Eels -- Christmas is Going To The Dogs, Guster -- Coral Of The Meows, Van McCoy -- Hustle, Guster -- Mamacita, Donde Esta Santa Claus, Ron Sexsmith -- Maybe This Christmas, CHAP 200 -- Silent Night | | | |
| 34 :02x07 - The Family Ties (Jan/06/2005) | | The Cohens decide to welcome Lindsay into the family after Caleb's secret was revealed. Another family is shattered when news is revealed that one of them is leaving Newport. Meanwhile, Seth attempts to be a "bad boy" to impress Alex. | | Guest Stars: Veronique Vicari as Punk Girl, Dejon Mayes as Police Officer, George Contreras as Surf/Rock Guy, John Beach as Valet, Modest Mouse as Themselves, Nicholas Gonzalez as D.J., Shannon Lucio as Lindsay Gardner, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Olivia Wilde as Alex Kelly | Director: Lesli Linka Glatter
Writer: Drew Z. Greenberg, Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Olympic Hopefuls -- Let's Go, Modest Mouse -- Paper Thin Walls, Blue Foundation -- Save This Town, Martina Topley Bird -- Soulfood (Charles Webster's Banging House Dub), Modest Mouse -- The View, Modest Mouse -- The World At Large, Elliot Smith -- Twilight | | | |
| 35 :02x08 - The Power of Love (Jan/13/2005) | | Lindsay and Ryan struggle to define their relationship: Is Lindsay technically Ryan's aunt or is it okay for her to be his girlfriend? Meanwhile, Summer's meeting with Zach's family goes horribly, as does Sandy and Kirsten's anniversary until Sandy finds a way to come through at the end. Marissa deals with being alone when D.J. leaves Newport. | | Guest Stars: Michael Bailey Smith as Tim, Stephon Fuller as Photographer, Devin Sidell as Abigail, Jordan Baker as Elaine, Shannon Lucio as Lindsay Gardner, Nicholas Gonzalez as D.J., Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Olivia Wilde as Alex Kelly | Director: Michael Lange
Writer: John Stephens | | Songs: Joy Zipper -- Baby You Should Go, Solomon Burke (1) -- Don't Give Up On Me, Matt Pond, PA -- New Hampshire, Journey -- Open Arms | | | |
| 36 :02x09 - The Ex-Factor (Jan/20/2005) | | Marissa and Summer plan a girls' night out and decide to invite Lindsay to go out with them. While the girls are out, Ryan, Seth, and Zach spend the evening playing video games, but have a hard time not joining the girls. Meanwhile, Julie and Kirsten brainstorm ideas to help the Newport Group's image while Sandy and Caleb try to talk them out of their idea. | | Guest Stars: Mark L. Young (1) as Prepubescent Geek #1, Kristin Pate as Isabelle, Benjamin Diskin as Geek #3 (Philip), Todd Bosley as Awkward Geek #2, Michael Simpson (2) as Matt Miller, Emmanuelle Chriqui as Jodie, The Thrills as Themselves, Shannon Lucio as Lindsay Gardner, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Olivia Wilde as Alex Kelly | Director: Michael Fresco
Writer: J. J. Philbin | | Songs: Jazzelicious -- Cali4nia, The Thrills -- Curse of Comfort, Infusion -- Girls Can Be Cruel, Aqueduct -- Hardcore Days and Softcore Nights, Tom Quick -- Honey Dew, The Thrills -- Not For All The Love In The World, Flunk -- Play, The Thrills -- Saturday Night, Mark Lanegan Band -- Strange Religion | | | |
| 37 :02x10 - The Accomplice (Jan/27/2005) | | Zach and Seth launch their own comic book series based on their lives. During their initial sketches, Summer finds that she's being excluded from the book and asks the boys why. Sandy agrees to help an old friend find his long-lost daughter, but the search only raises questions. Meanwhile, Marissa rebels against Caleb; and Ryan agrees to help Lindsay find out more about Caleb. | | Guest Stars: Emmanuelle Chriqui as Jodie, Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Joe, Barry Newman as Professor Max Bloom, Natalie Blalock as Gail Van Deepen, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Shannon Lucio as Lindsay Gardner, Kim Delaney as Rebecca Bloom, Olivia Wilde as Alex Kelly | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: Allan Heinberg | | Songs: The Black Keys -- 10AM Automatic, Interpol -- Evil, Walking Concert -- Hands Up!, Rilo Kiley -- Portions For Foxes, Eliot Smith -- Pretty (Ugly Before), Ringside -- Strangerman, Tiger Lou -- Warmth, Poster Children -- Western Springs | | | |
| 38 :02x11 - The Second Chance (Feb/03/2005) | | Summer takes a more active role in Seth and Zach's comic book, which makes Seth uncomfortable since he'll now be forced to spend time alone with her. Sandy and Rebecca talk about their past together and Kirsten talks to Caleb about him having a relationship with Lindsay. Later, Caleb decides what kind of relationship he wants with both of his daughters, and Alex confronts Marissa about where their relationship is headed. | | Guest Stars: Rachael Yamagata as Herself, Bruce Katzman as Dr. Lasser, Barry Newman as Professor Max Bloom, Kim Delaney as Rebecca Bloom, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Shannon Lucio as Lindsay Gardner, Olivia Wilde as Alex Kelly | Director: Tony Wharmby
Writer: Josh Schwartz, Drew Z. Greenberg | | Songs: The Reindeer -- Cartwheels, The Delgados -- Everybody Comes Down, Rachael Yamagata -- Reason Why, The Go Find -- Summer Guest, M.Craft -- Sweets, Sia -- The Bully, Trent Dabbs -- True Love Goes | | | |
| 39 :02x12 - The Lonely Hearts Club (Feb/10/2005) | | Sandy attempts to make up for hiding Rebecca's return from Kirsten by planning a romantic Valentine's Day. Zach, Seth and Summer travel to San Diego to meet with a company about their comic book, but Seth focuses more on getting Summer back then pitching the comic book. Meanwhile, Julie returns from her vacation determined to reconnect with Marissa, and Ryan and Lindsay try to spend Valentine's Day together, but her relationship with Caleb interferes. | | Guest Stars: Samantha Quan as Receptionist, T. J. Thyne as Larry Bernstein, Barry Newman as Professor Max Bloom, Olivia Wilde as Alex Kelly, Shannon Lucio as Lindsay Gardner, Kim Delaney as Rebecca Bloom, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: J. J. Philbin | | Songs: The Album Leaf -- Another Day, Bell X1 -- Eye, The Apple of My Eye, Bang Gang -- Follow, J.Belle -- No Idea, Psapp -- Rear Mouth, Jazzelicious -- Sambossa, The Album Leaf -- The Outer Banks, Athlete -- Tourist, Trent Dabbs -- True Love Goes | | | |
| 40 :02x13 - The Test (Feb/17/2005) | | While Rebecca is mourning the death of her father, Kirsten becomes increasingly impatient with Sandy's absence, leading her to visit Rebecca. Meanwhile, Marissa hangs out with Alex's friends and Caleb seeks proof that Lindsay is his daughter. | | Guest Stars: Danielle Bisutti as Joan, Deirdre M. Smith as Agent Jill Stonerock, Olivia Wilde as Alex Kelly, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Shannon Lucio as Lindsay Gardner, Kim Delaney as Rebecca Bloom, Christopher Lawford as Ross (FBI), Kathleen York as Renee Wheeler | Director: Michael Lange
Writer: John Stephens | | Songs: Lali Puna -- Faking The Books, Viva Voce -- Lesson No. 1, Sunday Runners -- Memories Left At Sea, Kings of Convenience -- Misread, Sam Roberts -- No Sleep, Stars -- Your Ex-Lover is Dead | | | |
| 41 :02x14 - The Rainy Day Women (Feb/24/2005) | | It's raining in Newport, and the rain begins to have its affect on the O.C. Marissa tells Julie about her relationship with Alex, then informs Julie that she's moving in with Alex. Summer gets ready for her trip to Italy with Zach, but she has a hard time forgetting about Seth. After persuasion from Ryan, Lindsay agrees to take the paternity test and everyone awaits the results. Meanwhile, after the highway is closed due to rain, Sandy and Rebecca are stranded together in a motel. | | Guest Stars: Kathleen Mary Carthy as Dr. Snow, Jeff Holman (1) as Trucker, Marcus Lavck as Mullet Man, Max Burkholder as Kid in Airport, Lisa May as Female Radio DJ, Bonnie Parker as Radio DJ, John Maynard (2) as State Trooper, Devin Sidell as Abigail, Kathleen York as Renee Wheeler, Kim Delaney as Rebecca Bloom, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Shannon Lucio as Lindsay Gardner, Olivia Wilde as Alex Kelly, Jordan Baker as Elaine | Director: Michael Fresco
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Matt Pond, PA -- Champagne Supernova, Boys II Men -- End of The Road, Louis XIV -- Faking The Books, Bell X1 -- In Every Sunflower, Bell X1 -- Music in Mouth, Joel Evans & Friends -- No Easy Way To Say Goodbye, Blind Melon -- No Rain, The Jayhawks -- Save It For A Rainy Day | | | |
| 42 :02x15 - The Mallpisode (Mar/10/2005) | | Marissa begins to see the reality of living on her own, and takes a break from the housework to go to the mall with Summer, Seth, and Ryan. While waiting the arrival of Carter, the new editor for Newport Living, Julie is distracted when a man from her past resurfaces. Meanwhile, Sandy and Caleb find themselves bonding over their experiences. | | Guest Stars: John Michael Vaughn as Security Guard, Shaun Cozzens as Pizza Guy, Amber Heard as Salesgirl, Carrie Ann Nagy as Receptionist, Bill Campbell (1) as Carter Buckley, Johnny Messner as Lance Baldwin, Olivia Wilde as Alex Kelly | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: Stephanie Savage | | Songs: Penny Division -- At The Mall, The Murmurs -- Big Talker, Sam Prekop -- C + F, Beck -- E-Pro, Beck -- Girl, Beck -- Missing, Beck -- Que Onda Guero, Beck -- Scarecrow, Le Tigre -- TKO, Beck -- True Love Will Find You In The End | | | |
| 43 :02x16 - The Blaze of Glory (Mar/17/2005) | | Seth sets out on a mission to bring back the fun that the gang had last year, and won't stop until his plan is a success. Alex becomes jealous when Marissa asks Ryan for help for an upcoming school bonfire. Meanwhile, Kirsten has to talk Carter in to staying with the magazine and Sandy helps Julie with her blackmailer problem. | | Guest Stars: Taivon McKinney as Student #2, Brandt Jacobus as Student #1, George Contreras as Punk #1, Leanna Campbell as Lance's Hooker, Carrie Ann Nagy as Receptionist, Bill Campbell (1) as Carter Buckley, Olivia Wilde as Alex Kelly, Johnny Messner as Lance Baldwin | Director: Robert Duncan McNeill (1)
Writer: Mike Kelley (1) | | Songs: Joseph Arthur -- A Smile That Explodes, Pinback -- AFK, Pixies -- Debaser, Feeder -- Frequency, The Futureheads -- Meantime, The Scorpions -- Rock You Like A Hurricane, Army Navy -- Snakes of Hawaii, Brendan Benson -- What I'm Looking For | | | |
| 44 :02x17 - The Brothers Grim (Mar/24/2005) | | When Ryan's brother comes to visit, Ryan has a feeling that it won't turn out well, but the Cohens gladly welcome Trey into their household. Marissa and Ryan continue to build on their new friendship while Seth and Summer deal with unexpected news. Meanwhile, Julie tells Kirsten about her past indiscretions then turns to Caleb for help. | | Guest Stars: Jeff Witzke as Sales Guy, Shaun Cozzens as Porn Star, Christopher Backus as Curtis, Jordan Baker as Elaine Stephens, Logan Marshall-Green as Trey Atwood, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Johnny Messner as Lance Baldwin, Bill Campbell (1) as Carter Buckley | Director: Michael Lange
Writer: J. J. Philbin | | Songs: Kingdom Flying Club -- Artists are Boring, Justin Catalino -- Beat Up Blue (Lucid Version), Arthur Yoria -- Call Me, Eagles of Death Metal -- I Only Want You, Paris Texas -- Like You Like an Arsonist, Havergal -- New Innocent Tyro Allegory, Kasabian -- Reason is Treason, Kaiser Chiefs -- Saturday Night, LCD Soundsystem -- Too Much Love | | | |
| 45 :02x18 - The Risky Business (Apr/07/2005) | | Sandy agrees to be the honorary chair for the Newport Beach charity yard sale and enlists help from Trey. But when the most expensive item at the sale goes missing, Ryan and Seth set out to retrieve it. Meanwhile, Trey looks for somewhere more permanent to live and the Cohens get yet another house guest. | | Guest Stars: Danielle Bisutti as Joan, Frank Crim as Landlord, Kyle Bornheimer as Norman, Jon Ryckman as Matt, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Kim Oja as Taryn, Bill Campbell (1) as Carter Buckley, Logan Marshall-Green as Trey Atwood | Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Cory Martin (1) | | Songs: Bloc Party -- Banquet, Lou Barlow -- Legendary, Tangerine Dream -- Love On A Real Train, Chemical Brothers -- Marvo Ging, Flunk -- Play, Spoon -- Sister Jack | | | |
| 46 :02x19 - The Rager (Apr/14/2005) | | As Trey's birthday rolls around, Marissa throws him a party, which quickly escalates into a dangerous rager. Sandy and Carter go surfing together, and after meeting a girl on the beach, they decide to double-date. Summer uncovers Reed's true identity, getting Seth in trouble. Meanwhile, Julie leaves town due to her recent embarrassment, but ends up coming home and reconnecting with an old friend. | | Guest Stars: Marguerite Moreau as Reed Carlson, Paul Walia as Messenger, Kristin Cobb as Cute Girl, Artie Baxter as Threesome Guy, Eric McIntire as Water Polo Jock, Aya Sumika as Erin, Brandon Michael Vayda as Water Polo guy, Tom Ohmer as Cop, Johnny Messner as Lance Baldwin, Nikki Griffin as Jess, Bill Campbell (1) as Carter Buckley, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Logan Marshall-Green as Trey Atwood | Director: Tony Wharmby
Writer: John Stephens | | Songs: LCD Soundsystem -- Daft Punk is Playing At My House, The Futureheads -- Decent Days and Nights, Poison -- Every Rose Has Its Thorn, Whitesnake -- Here I Go Again, Way Out West -- Melt, Beat Phreaks -- Mi Casa, The Obscurities -- Stop Dragging Me Down, Daft Punk -- Technologic, The Church -- Under The Milky Way | | | |
| 47 :02x20 - The O.C. Confidential (Apr/21/2005) | | In the aftermath of the rager, Sandy, Ryan and Seth go undercover to save Trey from jail time. Kirsten and Carter take a trip to wine country for wine sampling, and they become increasingly close. Meanwhile, Caleb returns from his Europe trip and ignores Julie's advances. | | Guest Stars: Garrison Hershberger as Tom MacGinty, Grant Thompson as Damon, Catherine Kresge as Cherilyn Featherbrook, Alex Ryan as Hipster Girl, David Paluck as Cop, Nathan Peterson as Door Kid, Eric McIntire as Drug Dealer, Travis Van Winkle as Kyle, Marguerite Moreau as Reed Carlson, Graham Sibley as Hipster, Bill Campbell (1) as Carter Buckley, Logan Marshall-Green as Trey Atwood, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Johnny Messner as Lance Baldwin, Nikki Griffin as Jess, Jennifer Elizabeth Davis (1) as Wine Hostess, Death Cab for Cutie as Themselves | Director: Tony Wharmby
Writer: Mike Kelley (1) | | Songs: Soulwax -- E Talking, Arkarna -- House on Fire, The Koreans -- How Does It Feel, Death Cab for Cutie -- Movie Script Ending, Bloc Party -- Positive Tension, Audible -- Sound Makes a Circle, Home Video -- Superluminal, Death Cab for Cutie -- Title and Registration, Juana Molina -- Tres Cosas, Temper Temper -- Trust Me | | | |
| 48 :02x21 - The Return of the Nana (May/05/2005) | | Sandy, Seth and Ryan travel to South Beach for a visit with the Nana, who is now living in Miami Beach. While playing shuffleboard, Seth and Ryan meet a girl who gets Seth on stage for "Music Video Nation's" Spring Break broadcast. Seth gets himself in hot water when Summer sees Seth with another girl on TV. Meanwhile, Carter decides to leave Newport Living and Trey reads too much into Marissa's friendship. | | Guest Stars: Anthony John Denison as Bobby Mills, Jason Bartley as Bouncer, Amie Dellavalle as Drunk Girl, Brian F. Durkin (2) as Cody, Burt Greenburg as Abe, Sid Raymond as Stu, Allen Reed as Stanley, Al Scheckwitz as Irv, Todd Sherry as Maurice, Krista Kalmus as Pixie, Logan Marshall-Green as Trey Atwood, Bill Campbell (1) as Carter Buckley, Nikki Griffin as Jess, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Linda Lavin as Sophie "Nana" Cohen, Jaime King (1) as Mary-Sue, Bret Harrison as Swerve, T. I. as Himself | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Alan Paul -- Adios, T. I. -- Bring Em Out, Survivor -- Eye Of The Tiger, Cham Pain -- Get Down, Spoon -- I Turn My Camera On, Gorillaz -- Kids With Guns, Robbers on High Street -- Love Underground, Will Smith -- Miami, Kaiser Chiefs -- Na Na Na Na Naa, Marc Durst Trio -- Night Groove, Rigoletto -- Questa o Quella, Youth Group -- Shadowland, Efterklang -- Step Aside | | | |
| 49 :02x22 - The Showdown (May/05/2005) | | Now that Carter left Newport, Kirsten has started drinking more than usual, and refuses to admit to Sandy that she has a problem. Ryan begins to suspect that something happened between Trey and Marissa, but isn't sure what occurred. Summer confronts Reed about Seth and Zach's graphic novel, and ends up making an appearance at the "Atomic County" launch party. Meanwhile, Caleb confronts Julie about her past indiscretions. | | Guest Stars: Matthew J. Williamson as Bartender, Carrie Ann Nagy as Clare, Burnadean Jones as Woman in Plain Suit, Jesse Heiman as Winking Comic Book Nerd, Todd Bosley as Leon, Marguerite Moreau as Reed Carlson, Nikki Griffin as Jess, Logan Marshall-Green as Trey Atwood, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens | Director: Michael Fresco
Writer: John Stephens | | Songs: Shout Out Louds -- But Then Again No, Soledad Brothers -- Cage That Tiger, The Rogers Sisters -- Freight Elevator, The Cribs -- Hey Scenesters, Stars -- The Big Fight, Of Montreal -- The Party's Crashing Us, The Album Leaf -- Twenty Two Fourteen | | | |
| 50 :02x23 - The O.Sea (May/12/2005) | | Sandy and Caleb team up to confront Kirsten about her recent drinking problem. Ryan, determined to find out what happened between Trey and Marissa, heads to Chino for answers. Summer decides to not let Zach and Seth fighting over her ruin her prom, and forces the boys to choose who will escort her to the dance. Meanwhile, Julie and Caleb celebrate their final evening together before the divorce is finalized. | | Guest Stars: Matt McKenzie (1) as Prom Announcer, Gilbert Glenn Brown as Officer Patrick, Cynthia Avila as Eva, George Lucas as Himself, Marguerite Moreau as Reed Carlson, Navi Rawat as Theresa, Michael Cassidy (1) as Zach Stephens, Logan Marshall-Green as Trey Atwood, Nikki Griffin as Jess | Director: Michael Lange
Writer: J. J. Philbin | | Songs: Hyper -- Antmusic, Senza -- Cava Del Rio, Love As Laughter -- Dirty Loves, Coldplay -- Fix You, Phoenix -- Love For Granted, The Perishers -- Nothing Like You & I, Wilco -- Panther, My Pet Genius -- Rae | | | |
| 51 :02x24 - The Dearly Beloved (May/19/2005) | | Sandy is forced to make a difficult, life-changing decision to save Kirsten and their marriage. Seth, Summer, Marissa, and Ryan are caught in the middle of a fight involving Trey at The Bait Shop, and when Ryan finds out what happened between Trey and Marissa, gunfire breaks out. Meanwhile, Jimmy, worried about Marissa and his family, returns to Newport. | | Guest Stars: Kathleen M. Darcy as Nurse, Doug Burch as Pastor, Darion Basco as Andrew, Garrett M. Brown (1) as Dr. Woodruff, Tate Donovan as Jimmy Cooper, Nikki Griffin as Jess, Amanda Righetti as Hailey Nichol, Logan Marshall-Green as Trey Atwood | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: The Bravery -- An Honest Mistake, Jose Gonzalez -- Crosses, Gorillaz -- El Manana, Ryan Adams (1) -- Friends (feat. The Cardinals), Imogen Heap -- Hide and Seek, The Prodigy -- Hot Ride, The Album Leaf -- Twenty Two Fourteen, The Dead 60's -- You're Not The Law | | | |
Season 3 |
| 52 :03x01 - The Aftermath (Sep/08/2005) | | As Ryan, Marissa, Seth and Summer prepare for their senior year, Trey's shooting looms over them. Trey is clinging to life and when the cops continue to pressure the teens to admit who shot him, Ryan debates taking the blame to save Marissa. Meanwhile, Julie and Jimmy are determined to protect Marissa, no matter the cost, and Kirsten continues to recover in rehab with Charlotte, who is hiding her ulterior motives. | | Guest Stars: Tate Donovan as Jimmy Cooper, Garrett M. Brown (1) as Dr. Woodruff, Logan Marshall-Green as Trey Atwood, Ray Laska as Esbenshade, Stephen O'Mahoney as Cop #1, Michael Canaan (1) as Cop #3, Rigo Sanchez as EMT, Sean Blakemore as Trauma Dr., Jeri Ryan as Charlotte Morgan, Lily Rains as Nurse, Gary Weeks as Cop #2, Timothy Omundson as Deputy District Attorney Caldwell, Michael Adler as Jeff Frankel, J. J. Boone as Denise | Director: Ian Toynton
Story: Robert De Laurentiis, Josh Schwartz | Teleplay: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Manishevitz -- Beretta, Bloc Party -- Blue Light, The 88 -- Hide Another Mistake, Ian Broudie -- Song For No One, Teen Wolf -- Way To Go | | | |
| 53 :03x02 - The Shape of Things to Come (Sep/15/2005) | | Kirsten continues to recover in rehab, and the Cohen men continue to feel the affects of her absence. Sandy tries to convince Kirsten to come home, but Kirsten's attachment to Charlotte prevents her, which raises Sandy's suspicions. At Harbor, Dean Hess makes a decision affecting Marissa's future while Summer faces off against Taylor Townsend when planning the Kick-Off Carnival. Meanwhile, Jimmy makes Julie a surprising proposal. | | Guest Stars: Eric Mabius as Dean Hess, Blake Robbins as Don, Tate Donovan as Jimmy Cooper, Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend, Jeri Ryan as Charlotte Morgan, Rosalind Chao as Dr. Kim | Director: Tony Wharmby
Writer: J. J. Philbin | | Songs: Phantom Planet -- California 2005 (No Whistling), Franz Ferdinand -- Do You Want To, Cobra Verde -- Get The Party Started, Death Cab for Cutie -- Soul Meets Body | | | |
| 54 :03x03 - The End of Innocence (Sep/22/2005) | | Despite finally working their relationship out, Marissa and Ryan are forced apart by their parents. Dean Hess pressures Seth and Summer into volunteering, which leads them to come up with a way to give Ryan and Marissa a night to remember. Their plan is a success, but it lands Seth and Summer in hot water with Taylor. Meanwhile, the contents of Caleb's will are revealed, shocking both Jimmy and Julie. | | Guest Stars: Tate Donovan as Jimmy Cooper, Blake Robbins as Don, Eric Mabius as Dean Hess, Jennifer Parsons as Realtor, Michael Adler as Jeff Frenkel, Jeri Ryan as Charlotte Morgan, Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend | Director: Michael Lange
Writer: Stephanie Savage | | Songs: All Sad Girls Are Beautiful -- Baby Blue, The Transplants -- Gangsters and Thugs, Matt Pond, PA -- In The Aeroplane Over The Sea, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club -- Salvation, Shout Out Louds -- Wish I Was Dead Pt. 2 | | | |
| 55 :03x04 - The Last Waltz (Sep/29/2005) | | Marissa adjusts to her new school and begins making friends at Newport Union, while Ryan worries that their separation will affect their relationship. Seth's anger with the Dean gets Summer in trouble, but when Summer uncovers shocking information about Taylor, they might have a way to bring the Dean down. Meanwhile, Sandy finds himself determining the future of the Newport Group and Julie finds herself in less than ideal surroundings. | | Guest Stars: Richard Voll as Glen, Johnny Lewis (1) as Chili, Ryan Donowho as Johnny, Eric Mabius as Dean Hess, Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend, Jeri Ryan as Charlotte Morgan, Kayla Ewell as Casey | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: John Stephens | | Songs: Basko -- Ain't No Game, Bob Mould -- Circles, M.I.A. -- Fire Fire, Youth Group -- Forever Young, She Wants Revenge -- I Don't Want To Fail, Infusion -- Natural, Royksopp -- Triumphant | | | |
| 56 :03x05 - The Perfect Storm (Nov/03/2005) | | Ryan makes a drastic, life-changing decision that Sandy, unlike everyone else, supports. Marissa, though not happy about his decision, turns to her new friends to help Ryan. As the Dean continues to try to ruin Ryan's future, Seth and Summer hatch a plan to expose the Dean's secret. Meanwhile, Charlotte makes Julie an offer she cannot refuse. | | Guest Stars: Paul Ganus as Sean, Jeri Ryan as Charlotte, Eric Mabius as Dean Hess, Ryan Donowho as Johnny, Kayla Ewell as Casey, DeVone Lawson, Jr. as Cop, Shawn Carter Peterson as Berkeley Volunteer, Virginia Hamilton as Realtor, Johnny Lewis (1) as Chili, Richard Voll as Flower Guy / Glen, Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend | Director: Tony Wharmby
Writer: Mike Kelley (1) | | Songs: Citizens Here & Abroad -- Appearances, Orenda Fink -- Blind Asylum, The Dandy Warhols -- Holding Me Up, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club -- Weight Of The World | | | |
| 57 :03x06 - The Swells (Nov/10/2005) | | Taylor, after falling for Seth, prevents Summer and Seth from being together at a Harbor event by locking Summer out. Meanwhile, Marissa's friendship with Johnny begins to worry Summer, leading Summer to get Ryan involved. Meanwhile, at the Newport Group, Sandy works on a plan to save the company, and Charlotte convinces Julie and Kirsten to get back into the Newport social scene. | | Guest Stars: Ryan Donowho as Johnny, Kayla Ewell as Casey, Johnny Lewis (1) as Chili, Rob Brownstein (2) as Kurt Williams, Jeff Hephner as Matt Ramsey, Cam Gigandet as Kevin Volchok, Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend, Jeri Ryan as Charlotte Morgan | Director: Michael Fresco
Writer: J. J. Philbin | | Songs: Pennywise -- Knocked Down, Orange -- No Rest For The Weekend, Rogue Wave -- Publish My Love, Ladytron -- Sugar, Calla -- Swagger | | | |
| 58 :03x07 - The Anger Management (Nov/17/2005) | At The Subways' concert at The Bait Shop, Taylor's constant interference causes a rift between Summer and Seth. Marissa, worried about a confrontation between Ryan and Volchok, watches out for Ryan.
Meanwhile, Matt, Sandy's new partner goes beyond what's expected and Julie manages to outdo Charlotte. | | Guest Stars: Johnny Lewis (1) as Chili, Richard Voll as Glen, Jeri Ryan as Charlotte, Cam Gigandet as Kevin Volchok, Ryan Donowho as Johnny, Kayla Ewell as Casey, Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend | Director: Michael Fresco
Writer: John Stevens (1) | | Songs: The Subways -- I Want To Hear What You Have Got To Say, Rogue Wave -- Interruptions, The Subways -- Oh Yeah, Rithma -- Opium Dreams, The Subways -- Rock & Roll Queen, Carmen Rizzo feat. Kate Havnevik -- Travel In Time | | | |
| 59 :03x08 - The Game Plan (Dec/01/2005) | | The seniors begin to prepare to apply for college and Summer, Seth, Ryan and Marissa begin to debate their futures. Marissa has a hard time deciding and ends up going to Johnny's surf competition instead of filling out applications. Meanwhile, Julie's financial situation forces her to return to her roots, and Sandy invites a friend from UC Berkeley to dinner with Seth and Ryan. | | Guest Stars: Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend, Johnny Lewis (1) as Chili, Kim Evey as Doctor, Ryan Donowho as Johnny Harper, Diego Wallraff as Mitchell Brinkley | Director: Tate Donovan
Writer: Cory Martin (1) | | Songs: Open Invitation -- BRMC, Dios Malos -- Every Day, The Talk -- N.Y.L.A., Love Of Diagrams -- No Way Out, Nine Black Alps -- Unsatisfied, Petra Haden & Bill Frisell -- Yellow | | | |
| 60 :03x09 - The Disconnect (Dec/08/2005) | | Ryan begins working as an intern for Sandy and Matt, and ends up working to save Matt instead. Determined to both get accepted to Brown, Summer and Seth do what they can to stand out. Johnny admits his feelings to Marissa, and Ryan and Marissa end up telling each other the truth. | | Guest Stars: Kesler Casimir as Doorman, Robert Mammana as Investor, Gina Fricchione as Investor, Lisa Rotondi as Gwen Harper, Ryan Donowho as Johnny Harper, Tiffany Thornton as Ashley, Adam Donshik as Brown Representative | Director: Tony Wharmby
Writer: Stephanie Savage | | Songs: Client -- Come On, Shout Out Louds -- Go Sadness, The 88 -- Hard To Be You, The Invisible Man -- Make It Bounce, Fine China -- My Worst Nightmare, Nikkita Costa -- On And On, Billy Squier (1) -- The Stroke | | | |
| 61 :03x10 - The Chrismukkah Bar Mitz-vahkkah (Dec/15/2005) | | In the spirit of Chrismukkah, the gang comes up with a plan to help Johnny -- a Chrismukkah Bar Mitz-vahkkah, involving Ryan getting Bar-Mitzvahkkahed. However, the holidays hit Summer hard when she begins missing her mother and Johnny decides to take his need into his own hands. Meanwhile, Kirsten, in the holiday spirit, reaches out to Julie. | | Guest Stars: Lisa Rotondi as Gwen Harper, Blair Hickey as Photographer, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, Juan Ramirez as Cashier, Ryan Donowho as Johnny Harper | Director: Issac Toynton
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Tom Petty -- Christmas All Over Again, Hot Hot Heat -- Christmas Day In The Sun, David Poe -- Doxology, APM -- Dreidel Dreidel Dreidel, APM -- God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, APM -- Silent Night, First Com -- Silent Night, Firsts Com -- Silent Night On The Prairie, Dionne Warwick And Friends -- That´s What Friends Are For, The Raveonettes -- The Christmas Song, Village Pepole -- YMCA | | | |
| 62 :03x11 - The Safe Harbor (Jan/12/2006) | | Summer, Seth, and Ryan put together a plan to get Marissa back into Harbor. Johnny has to decide what's more important: Marissa's happiness or his feelings for her. Meanwhile, Julie Cooper and Dr. Roberts worry about telling their daughters the truth and Sandy has to make a moral decision that will change Marissa's future at Harbor. | | Guest Stars: Tyson Chambers as Kid, Paula Trickey as Veronica Townsend, Michael Mantel (1) as Jim Mercer, Johnny Lewis (1) as Chili, Jeff Hephner as Matt Ramsey, Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, Rosalind Chao as Dr. Kim, Tiffany Thornton as Ashley, Ryan Donowho as Johnny Harper | Director: Tony Wharmby
Writer: Mike Kelley (1) | | Songs: Francine -- Albany Brownout, Rogue Wave -- California, Magnet -- Dancing In The Moonlight, Gang Of Four -- I Love A Man In Uniform, Phantom Planet -- Our House | | | |
| 63 :03x12 - The Sister Act (Jan/19/2006) | | Kaitlin Cooper returns to Newport from boarding school, bringing along her own share of secrets, attitude, and drama. She tries to reconnect with her family but is appalled by the trailer that her mother now lives in. Meanwhile, Kaitlin meets Johnny and makes sure that he knows she's available, especially since Marissa isn't. | | Guest Stars: Paula Trickey as Veronica Townsend, Jackson Rathbone as Justin, Johnny Lewis (1) as Chili, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend, Ryan Donowho as Johnny Harper, Willa Holland as Kaitlin Cooper | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: Leila Gerstein | | Songs: Underoath -- A Boy Brushed Red....... Living In Black And White, DJ Harry -- All My Life, APM -- Back To Ours, The Rakes -- Retreat, The Funkt Lowlies -- Sail Into The Sun, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club -- Shuffle Your Feet, Phontaine -- Sour Milk, Goldspot -- Time Bomb, Bebel Gilberto -- Winter | | | |
| 64 :03x13 - The Pot Stirrer (Jan/26/2006) | | Marissa puts all her effort into trying to get to know her sister better, but Kaitlin's attitude only causes trouble between Marissa and the rest of the gang. Meanwhile, Sandy tries to give Seth advice about college, but Seth becomes increasingly stressed about leaving Newport and Kaitlin offers Seth something to ease his nerves. Also, Sandy and Matt land a deal for a new hospital, Kaitlin and Johnny start hanging out, and Julie continues to try to put her family back together. | | Guest Stars: Andrea C. Pearson as Lily, Robert Picardo as Bill Merriam, Jeff Hephner as Matt Ramsey, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, Ryan Donowho as Johnny, Willa Holland as Kaitlin Cooper | Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: John Stephens | | Songs: The Tao Of Groove -- Brand New Delhi, Martina Topley Bird -- I Only Have Eyes Fopr You, Electric Planet -- Insomnia, Howling Bells -- Low Happening, Diefenbach -- My Favourite Friend, Jose Gonzalez -- Stay In The Shade | | | |
| 65 :03x14 - The Cliffhanger (Feb/02/2006) | | Summer finds out the truth about Seth's Brown interview, along with his other secret. Marissa admits her feelings to Johnny, but to cope with it, Johnny makes some bad decisions after drinking too much that endanger everyone around him. Meanwhile, Sandy and Matt hit a bump in their pending hospital project; Julie and Kirsten come up with a matchmaking plan to get Julie together with Neil Roberts, but when it backfires, Julie has to hide from him. | | Guest Stars: Kim Oja as Taryn, Morena Baccarin as Maya Griffin, Stephen Markle as Henry Griffin, Lisa Rotondi as Gwen Harper, Johnny Lewis (1) as Chili, Ryan Donowho as Johnny Harper, Willa Holland as Kaitlin Cooper, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, Jeff Hephner as Matt Ramsey | Director: Michael Lange
Writer: J. J. Philbin | | Songs: Senza -- Cava Del Rio, James Blunt -- Fall At Your Feet, Rock Kills Kid -- Hide Away, M. Craft -- Love Knows How To Fight, Black Flag -- Wasted | | | |
| 66 :03x15 - The Heavy Lifting (Feb/09/2006) | | A tragic event takes its toll on the community, Kaitlin prepares to go back to school, Ryan questions his relationship with Marissa after lending a helping hand to Sadie, and Kirsten and Julie decide to go ahead with a Valentine's Day party. | | Guest Stars: Morena Baccarin as Maya Griffin, Jackson Rathbone as Justin, Lisa Rotondi as Gwen Harper, Jeff Hephner as Matt Ramsey, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, Cam Gigandet as Kevin Volchok, Johnny Lewis (1) as Chili, Willa Holland as Kaitlin Cooper, Nikki Reed as Sadie Campbell | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: Stephanie Savage | | Songs: Sufjan Stevens -- For the Widows In Paradise, For the Fathers in..., Electric President -- Grand Machine No. 14, Sun Kill Moon -- Neverending Math Equation, Rocky Votolato -- White Daisy Passing | | | |
| 67 :03x16 - The Road Warrior (Mar/09/2006) | | In order to get in contact with Johnny's father, Sadie and Ryan go on a road trip together to find him. Despite Ryan regressing back to his old ways, the road trip brings Sadie and Ryan even closer, putting Ryan and Marissa's relationship at risk. Meanwhile, new evidence implicates Marissa in Johnny's death and Seth and Summer find out the truth about what's going on between Julie and Neil. | | Guest Stars: Tom Vek as Himself, Marc Vann as Detective Warner, Rodney Rowland as Jack Harper, Cam Gigandet as Volchok, Morena Baccarin as Maya Griffin, Jeff Hephner as Matt Ramsey, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend, Nikki Reed as Sadie Campbell, Andy MacKenzie as Angry Guy | Director: Michael Fresco
Writer: Mike Kelley (1) | | Songs: Living Things -- Bom Bom Bom, Tom Vek -- C-C (You Set The Fire In Me), Youth Group -- Forever Young, Tom Vek -- I Ain't Saying My Goodbyes, La Rocca -- If You Need The Morning, by Boom Bip Feat. Nina Nastasia -- The Matter (Of Our Discussion), Digby Jones -- Under The Sea | | | |
| 68 :03x17 - The Journey (Mar/16/2006) | | After their falling out, Ryan debates whether or not he should invite Marissa to his 18th birthday party, while Sandy urges Ryan to invite one of his relatives. After months of putting it off, Neil and Julie finally tell the truth to Summer and Marissa, respectively. Meanwhile, Ryan and Sadie's relationship, as well as Marissa and Volchok's, continue to progress. | | Guest Stars: J. Anthony McCarthy as Foreman, Craig Susser as Cop On The Pier, Andrew Thacher as Jail Cop, J. D. Pardo as Tattoed Surfer, Daphne Ashbrook as Dawn Atwood, Cam Gigandet as Kevin Volchok, Nikki Reed as Sadie Campbell, Jeff Hephner as Matt Ramsey, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts | Director: Roxann Dawson
Writer: John Stevens (1) | | Songs: Crash My Model Car -- In Dreams, The Kooks -- Ooh La, South -- Paint The Silence, The M's -- Plan Of The Man, Cobra Verde -- Waiting For A Girl Like You | | | |
| 69 :03x18 - The Undertow (Mar/23/2006) | | As Ryan and Sadie's budding relationship progresses, things start heading downhill when an old friend of Ryan's returns to Newport and Ryan decides to help her. Taylor tries to help Seth and Summer overcome their newest problem. Meanwhile, Marissa has to deal with being alone in Newport while Sandy deals with mounting business pressures. | | Guest Stars: Angelique Little as Waitress, Katerina Graham (1) as Kim, Matthew Cohen (2) as Jim, Shaun Duke as Henry Griffin, Nikki Griffin as Jess Sathers, Cam Gigandet as Volchok, Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend, Jeff Hephner as Matt Ramsey, Nikki Reed as Sadie Campbell | Director: Robert Duncan McNeill (1)
Writer: J. J. Philbin, Mark Fish | | Songs: Scissors 4 Lefty -- Argyle Socks, Spiderbaby -- Don't Pity Me, The Presets -- Girl And The Sea, We Are Scientists -- Inaction, The National Trust -- It's Just Cruel, Bettie Servert -- Love I Don't Have to Love, Bromhead's Jacket -- What Ifs And Maybes | | | |
| 70 :03x19 - The Secrets and Lies (Mar/30/2006) | | After Julie and Neil announce their engagement, the Coopers move into the Roberts household. But Marissa starts to break apart from Summer and the others when she begins to spend more time with Volchok and his friends. As Ryan tries to progress his relationship with Sadie he gets stalled when Seth voices his opinions on the Ryan/Marissa situation. Meanwhile, Kirsten gives Seth a surprise and Sandy's work frustrations continue to grow. | | Guest Stars: Mark Hames as Bartender, Ramlah Frediani as Ellen, Don Perry as Old Man, Patty Onagan as Mima, Sven Holmberg as Gus, J. D. Pardo as Tattoo Guy, Tony Forsyth as Big Guy, Nikki Reed as Sadie Campbell, Jonathon Trent as Surf Buddy #1, Garrison Koch as Bob, Shaun Duke as Henry Griffin, Cam Gigandet as Kevin Volchok, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, Jeff Hephner as Matt Ramsey, | Uncredited: Chris Kerner as Student | Director: Michael Fresco
Writer: Josh Schwartz, Stephanie Savage | | Songs: Victor Malloy -- A Night In Vegas, Paul Oakenfold feat. Brittany Murphy -- Faster Kill Pussycat, Oceansize -- Meredith, The Surge -- Spin Me Around, Luther Russell -- When You're Gone, Casiotone for the Painfully Alone -- Young Shields | | | |
| 71 :03x20 - The Day After Tomorrow (Apr/06/2006) | | When the gang receives their college acceptance and rejection letters, everyone must decide which path they want to take. Sandy and Kirsten become concerned about the decision that Ryan and Sadie come to. The letters lead Marissa and Summer work on patching up their friendship while Taylor decides to throw a College Sweatshirt Party to celebrate the letters arriving. Meanwhile, the toll that Sandy's job is taking on him begins to strain the Cohen household. | | Guest Stars: Charles S. Kim (2) as Seung Ho, Chris Kerner as Boyfriend #2, Shaun Duke as Henry Griffin, Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend, Cam Gigandet as Kevin Volchok, Nikki Reed as Sadie Campbell, Jeff Hephner as Matt Ramsey, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts | Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Leila Gerstein | | Songs: Chris Holmes -- China, Radiohead -- Fog (again) - Live Version, Tally Hall -- Good Day, The Scotland Yard Gospel Choir -- That's All I Need, True Love -- The Crime, Dopo Yuma -- The Secret Shot | | | |
| 72 :03x21 - The Dawn Patrol (Apr/13/2006) | | Ryan decides to visit his mother, but before he is able to do so, the advances of her co-worker delays him. In Newport, Taylor and Summer team up to figure out what Seth is hiding, but Summer is hurt in the process when their plan backfires. Meanwhile, Julie confronts Volchok in order to give him advice, and Marissa confronts Volchok's friends in order to get a girl out of a potentially bad situation. Sandy is able to fix the problems with Matt, but ends up neglecting Kirsten in the process. | | Guest Stars: Blake Gibbons as Ron, Steve Seagren as Nick, Erin Foster as Heather, Perry Anzilotti as Mr. Greenburg, J. D. Pardo as Tattooed Guy, Jonathon Trent as Surf Buddy, Daphne Ashbrook as Dawn Atwood, Nicole Garza as Chloe, Garrett M. Brown (1) as Dr. Woodruff, Shaun Duke as Henry Griffin, Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend, Jeff Hephner as Matt Ramsey, Cam Gigandet as Kevin Volchok | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: Mike Kelley (1) | | Songs: George Jones -- A Picture of Me Without You, The Vines -- Any Sound, Rob Zombie -- Foxy Foxy, Sun Kil Moon -- Tiny Cities Made Of Ashes, Ben Harper -- Waiting For You, Wolfmother -- Woman | | | |
| 73 :03x22 - The College Try (Apr/20/2006) | | As graduation rapidly approaches, Summer, Seth, Ryan and Marissa head to their Pre-orientations: Summer and Seth at Brown, and Ryan and Marissa at UC Berkeley. Kirsten is shocked to see a person from Ryan's past while dropping the boys off at the airport. Later, Seth runs into an old friend while at Brown, threatening his relationship with Summer. Meanwhile, Kirsten begins to relapse back into her old ways. | | Guest Stars: Cam Gigandet as Volchok, Erick Avari as Dr. Overbee, Matt Barr as Wes, Navi Rawat as Theresa, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern | Director: Tony Wharmby
Writer: J. J. Philbin | | Songs: Ms. John Soda -- Hands, Two Hours Traffic -- Leave Me Alone, Ryan Adams (1) -- Nightbirds, Jonathan Boyle -- Samba Sandwich, Whitey -- Wrap It Up | | | |
| 74 :03x23 - The Party Favor (Apr/27/2006) | | With Senior Prom in full swing, the good side, as well as the bad, comes out in everyone. Taylor hits an all-time high in her life, while Summer hits bottom with her prom date. Seth, with the help of Anna, devises a plan to win Summer back. Meanwhile, Volchok escorts Marissa to prom, and Ryan brings an unexpected girl from the past. Later, one of the girls is crowned Prom Queen, but the event is overshadowed when Ryan lapses back into his own ways when the Prom funds go missing. | | Guest Stars: Navi Rawat as Theresa, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, Lisa Tucker as Herself, Cam Gigandet as Volchok, Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend, Samaire Armstrong as Anna Stern | Director: Michael Lange
Writer: John Stephens | | Songs: Brandston -- Earthquakes and Sharks, The Briefs -- Getting Hit On At The Bank, Hard-Fi -- Gotta Reason, Embrace -- I Can't Come Down, Bratsound -- One Day, Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltzin -- Oregon Girl, Lady Sovereign -- Random, Syd Matters -- To All Of You | | | |
| 75 :03x24 - The Man of the Year (May/04/2006) | | After the fallout of Prom, Ryan and Volchok make a deal with each other. Sandy is chosen "Man of the Year", but the district attorney digs deeper into Sandy's involvement in the building of the new hospital. Meanwhile, Marissa visits Kaitlin at her boarding school; and back in Newport, Theresa is forced to make a difficult decision and Seth's actions cause more trouble than good. | | Guest Stars: Kim Oja as Taryn, Lamont Thompson as D.A. Hodes, Brock Kelly as Trevor Knightly, Lucy Hale as Hadley, Navi Rawat as Theresa, Samaire Armstrong as Anna, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, Willa Holland as Kaitlin Cooper, Cam Gigandet as Volchok | Director: Tony Wharmby
Writer: Stephanie Savage | | Songs: The Runaways -- Cherry Bomb, Eagles of Death Metal -- Flames Go Higher, La Rocca -- Some You Give Away, The Vines -- Spaceship, Bloc Party -- The Pioneers, Tunng -- The Pioneers | | | |
| 76 :03x25 - The Graduates (May/18/2006) | | With senior year drawing to a close, graduation looms in the future, bringing the anticipation of college along with it. Seth, Ryan, Summer and Marissa together reflect on their past 3 years together and the major events that brought them all together. Seth has to deal with his parents and the police over his list of mistakes. Ryan's mother arrives in Newport with a surprise for him. Marissa is faced with a decision about her future after receiving a shocking proposal. Lastly, Summer has to face leaving Newport without Seth and has a hard time saying her goodbyes. Meanwhile, Sandy's big decision shocks Kirsten; Kaitlin returns home and moves in with Julie, wanting to be the next Cooper to attend Harbor; and Taylor is ecstatic when the "core four" turns into the "fab five". But as everyone makes plans for their futures, their pasts might get in the way of their dreams. | | Guest Stars: Paula Trickey as Veronica Townsend, Jose Zuniga as Jason Spitz, Rosalind Chao as Dr. Kim, Daphne Ashbrook as Dawn Atwood, Lamont Thompson as D.A. Hodes, Willa Holland as Kaitlin Cooper, Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend, Cam Gigandet as Volchok, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts | Director: Ian Toynton
Story: Josh Schwartz, Robert De Laurentiis | Teleplay: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Kelis -- Bossy, Mojave 3 -- Breaking the Ice, Appogee -- Chapters, Chris Holmes (1) -- Friends, Imogen Heap -- Hallelujah, K. D. Lang -- Hallelujah, Invisible Men -- make it bounce, Imogen Heap -- Speeding Cards | | | |
Season 4 |
| 77 :04x01 - The Avengers (Nov/02/2006) | | As the gang all continue to deal with Marissa's death, they all begin to adjust to life after high school. At Brown, Summer has re-invented herself into an environmental activist with help of her new friend, Che. Ryan has moved out of the Cohen household and continues to cope Marissa's death, which he took the hardest of all. But when Ryan misses a dinner at the Cohens, Seth finds Ryan slipping back to his old ways and calls Summer for help. Meanwhile, Julie finds it hard to deal with her daughter's death; Kaitlin uses the Cooper charm to get a new pair of boots; and Taylor tries to avoid everyone in order to hide the fact that she's not in Paris. | | Special Guest Stars: Chris Pratt as Che, | Guest Stars: Channon Roe as Jake, Kim Oja as Taryn, Paula Trickey as Veronica Townsend, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, | Co-Guest Stars: Parvesh Cheena as Passerby, Tom Biagini as Yacht Club Bartender, Todd Bosley as Leon, Benjamin Diskin as Philip (as Ben Diskin), Corey Price as Eric Ward, Wayne Dalglish as Brad Ward, Fivel Stewart as 11-year-old Girl, D. J. Rabiola as Shady Guy #1 | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: Josh Schwartz, Stephanie Savage | | Songs: Keane -- A Bad Dream, Sam Roberts -- Bootleg Saint, Catherine Feeny -- Mr. Blue, Placebo -- Running Up That Hill, Jude -- Save Me, Belle & Sebastian -- Song For Sunshine | | | |
| 78 :04x02 - The Gringos (Nov/08/2006) | | Ryan and Seth leave the O.C. to go south of the border, each to find something they're looking for -- Ryan searches for Volchok in order to deal with his emotions and Seth has an encounter with the U.S. Marines. Meanwhile, Julie and Kaitlin are forced by the Dean to work together on the Harbor school clothing drive and Julie is shut out by the Cohens when they discover what she's up to. Elsewhere, Taylor springs a surprise visit on Summer who continues to distance herself from California. | | Special Guest Stars: Chris Pratt as Che, | Guest Stars: Tia Carrere as Dean Torres, Johnny Michaels (1) as Huge Bartender, Steve-O as First Marine, Michelle Ongkingco as Amber, Cam Gigandet as Volchok, | Co-Guest Stars: Wayne Dalglish as Brad Ward, Sandra Ramírez as Waitress, Corey Price as Eric Ward | Director: Patrick Norris
Writer: John Stephens | | Songs: Lockdown Project -- Can You Feel It?, The Long Winters -- Fire Island, AK, Banda Jerez -- La Chirriona, Manu Chao -- Lagrimas de Oro, Descemer -- Pa'Arriba, Plastillina Mosh -- Quiero Mi Pastilla, Band Of Horses -- The End's Not Near | | | |
| 79 :04x03 - The Cold Turkey (Nov/09/2006) | | It's Thanksgiving in the O.C. as the Cohen family continues to deal with the happenings in Mexico. Sandy is able to cut a deal to help Volchok, but ends up letting Ryan intervene, allowing him to settle the score. At Brown, as Summer packs up to come back to Seth and the new Roberts family, she wonders if she'll be able to deal with Newport. Meanwhile, Julie has trouble dealing with both Kaitlin Dr. Roberts, leading her to spend most of her Thanksgiving alone. | | Guest Stars: Lamont Thompson as Greg Hodes, Paula Trickey as Veronica Townsend, Cam Gigandet as Volchok, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, | Co-Guest Stars: David Stifel as Bill, Scott Krinsky as Darryl | Director: Michael Lange
Writer: J. J. Philbin | | Songs: Alexi Murdoch -- All Of My Days, Thom Yorke -- Black Swan, Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly -- One More With Feeling | | | |
| 80 :04x04 - The Metamorphosis (Nov/16/2006) | | Summer tries to return to the popular, gossipy girl that she was in high school, but finds that her time at Brown may have changed who she is forever. Despite her changes, Seth continues to support the new Summer. Meanwhile, Ryan helps Taylor out of a predicament and Julie and Kaitlin try to stay out of trouble, but find it hard to do. | | Special Guest Stars: Chris Pratt as Che, | Guest Stars: Kim Oja as Taryn, William Abadie as Jean Claude Langois, Jose Zuniga as Jason Spitz, | Co-Guest Stars: Geoffrey Drew as Airline Representative (as Jeffrey Drew), Artem Chigvinsev as Hot Guy in Bar, Jack Guzman (1) as Bouncer, Jordan Mantell as Sketchy Dude, Gil Glasgow (1) as Security Guard, Zack Schenkkan as Kid, Corey Price as Eric Ward, Wayne Dalglish as Brad Ward | Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Leila Gerstein | | Songs: Senza -- Cava Del Rio, Ranchera All Stars -- De Un Mundo Raro, Chingy -- Dem Jeans, Ranchera All Stars -- Ella, Super Furry Animals -- Hello Sunshine, Lady Sovereign -- Love Me Or Hate Me, The Pogues -- Love You 'Till The End, Editors -- Orange Crush, R.E.M. -- Orange Crush, Zero 7 -- Pageant Of The Bizarre, Ranchera All Stars -- Para Todo El Ano, Ranchera All Stars -- Siempre Hace Frio, Ranchera All Stars -- Tu Solo, Chelo -- Voodoo | | | |
| 81 :04x05 - The Sleeping Beauty (Nov/30/2006) | | Taylor, after learning about Ryan's insomnia, comes up with her own therapeutic remedy to help him sleep. At Brown, Summer and Che step up their activism and their actions lead to more freedom than they had imagined. Meanwhile, Kaitlin helps Julie save the dating service and Taylor is forced to turn to Kaitlin for help with Ryan when her plan backfires. | | Special Guest Stars: Chris Pratt as Che, | Guest Stars: Brandon Quinn as Spencer, Michelle Ongkingco as Amber, Matt Crabtree as The Scientist, Kat Sawyer-Young as Head Dean, Gary Grubbs as Gordon Bullit, | Co-Guest Stars: Corey Price as Eric Ward, Wayne Dalglish as Brad Ward | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: John Stephens | | Songs: Tom Quick -- Butterfly, Goldspot -- Float On, Chad VanGaalen -- Gubbbish, Ben Gidsjoy -- Need Music, Digby Jones -- Under The Sea, Zero 7 -- Waiting To Die, Elvis Perkins -- While You Were Sleeping, Brother And Sisters -- Without You | | | |
| 82 :04x06 - The Summer Bummer (Dec/07/2006) | | Seth travels to Providence to visit Summer, but when he gets to Brown all he finds is an empty dorm room. While Seth is away, Kirsten and Sandy are able to find an opportunity to bond with Ryan, who's in a haze after Taylor's doings. Meanwhile, Kaitlin takes the school mean girl down the best way she knows how -- a rager at the Roberts' house. Elsewhere, Julie finds that Newmatch is more than a dating service and the truth about Che is finally exposed. | | Special Guest Stars: Chris Pratt as Che, | Guest Stars: Ashley Benson as Riley, Kat Sawyer-Young as Head Dean, Brandon Quinn as Spencer, Gary Grubbs as Gordon Bullit, | Co-Guest Stars: Kelly Hare as Pam, Daniel Graves as Justice of the Peace, Callie Thorne as Olivia, Daniel Booko as Connor, Janel Parrish as Leah, Chris Dotson as Roger, Corey Price as Eric Ward, Wayne Dalglish as Brad Ward | Director: Michael Lange
Writer: Josh Schwartz, Stephanie Savage | | Songs: Youth Group -- Daisychains, Dirty Pretty Things -- Deadwood, Clearlake -- Good Clean Fun, Butch Walker -- Hot Girls in Good Moods, Eberg -- Inside Your Head, Jet -- Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is, The Blood Arm -- Stay Put, Digby Jones -- Under the Sea | | | |
| 83 :04x07 - The Chrismukk-huh? (Dec/14/2006) | | It's once again Chrismukkah in the O.C. and it's up to Taylor and Ryan to make Chrismukkah as it should be. After Ryan and Taylor fall of the roof of the Cohen's house, Ryan falls unconscious. While in the hospital, Ryan dreams of how life would be if he never came to Newport. With Taylor's help, Ryan is able to get life back to the way that it was before the accident. | | Special Guest Stars: Chris Pratt as Che, | Guest Stars: Tate Donovan as Jimmy Cooper, Paula Trickey as Veronica Townsend, | Co-Guest Stars: Stephen O'Mahoney as Police Officer, Dan Jongebloed as Alt. Taylor, Lily Rains as Nurse, Patty Onagan as Mima, Kim Evey as Doctor, Ashley Hartman as Holly Fischer, Jeff Witzke as News Correspondent, Scott Krinsky as Darryl, Mark Daniel Cade as Security Guard, Craig Susser as Ham Guy/Santa/Journalist/Caterer, Wayne Dalglish as Brad Ward, Corey Price as Eric Ward | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: J. J. Philbin, John Stevens (1) | | Songs: Mates of State -- California, Ashtar Command -- Into Dust, Sia -- Paranoid Android | | | |
| 84 :04x08 - The Earth Girls Are Easy (Dec/21/2006) | | It's New Year's Eve in the O.C. and to celebrate the holiday, Ryan puts together a road trip as a surprise for Taylor, but his surprise is spoiled when Summer finds out that Seth hasn't planned anything for her. Later, the four head to Las Vegas where they meet a raver who may be able to help Summer's future. Back in Newport, the Bullit has a friend look into Julie's accounting. | | Guest Stars: Brandon Quinn as Spencer, Kevin Sorbo as Frank Atwood, Gary Grubbs as Gordon Bullit, | Co-Guest Stars: Diana Gitelman as Alien Girl, Samuel Mangiello as Massive Alien, Jonathan Kowalsky as Fan Boy, Ammar Mahmood as Saudi Prince #1, Lee Zagari as Saudi Prince #2 | Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: Mark Fish | | Songs: Si Zentner -- Desafinado, Dogzilla -- Dogzilla, Tally Hall -- Smile Like You Mean It, Henry Mancini -- Something for Cat, John Digweed -- Warung Beach | | | |
| 85 :04x09 - The My Two Dads (Jan/04/2007) | | When Kaitlin fails a class presentation, she's paired up with Will, the Harbor band geek. Kaitlin thinks that she can get Will to do her work for her, but when he begins to challenge her, sparks between the two emerge. After their new commitment from New Year's Eve, Seth and Summer begin making plans but fail to recognize their true feelings. Meanwhile, Sandy confronts Frank and Julie reveals Frank's true identity to Kirsten. | | Guest Stars: Bridget Newton (1) as Ms. Tidey, Kevin Sorbo as Frank Atwood, Chris Brown (2) as Will Tutt, | Co-Guest Stars: Wayne Dalglish as Brad Ward, Corey Price as Eric Ward | Director: Michael Schultz
Writer: Josh Schwartz, Stephanie Savage | | Songs: The Explorers Club -- Forever, Tuning -- It’s Because… We’ve Got Hair, M. Craft -- Somewhere In Between, The Long Winter -- The Commander Thinks Aloud | | | |
| 86 :04x10 - The French Connection (Jan/11/2007) | | Henri-Michel, Taylor's ex-husband, arrives in the O.C. to promote his erotic memoir of his times with Taylor. When Henri-Michel and Ryan meet and Ryan learns of Taylor's time in France with Henri-Michel, Ryan begins to second guess his relationship with Taylor. Seth visits Dr. Roberts in order to ask for Summer's hand in marriage while Summer visits Holly who has a vision of Summer's future. Meanwhile, Kaitlin realizes that she has feelings for Will. | | Special Guest Stars: Chris Pratt as Che, Chris Brown (2) as Will Tutt, | Guest Stars: Gerard Ismael as Unknown, Brandon Quinn as Spencer, Henri Lubatti as Henri-Michel, Michael Nouri as Dr. Neil Roberts, | Co-Guest Stars: David Stifel as Bill, Brian Guest as Ken, Scott Krinsky as Darryl, Xavier J. Nathan as French Producer, Ellen Woglom as Brynn, Scott Rodgers as Waiter, Jessica Friedman as Lisa, Craig Susser as Guy, Ashley Hartman as Holly Fischer, Jesse Burch as Bookstore Guy, Corey Price as Eric Ward, Wayne Dalglish as Brad Ward | Director: John Stephens
Writer: J. J. Philbin | | Songs: The Sunshine Underground -- I Ain't Losin' Any Sleep, Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly. -- I Spy, Jason Schwartzman -- The West Coast, The Shins -- Turn On Me | | | |
| 87 :04x11 - The Dream Lover (Jan/18/2007) | | Seth and Che take a trip together to the forest. There, Che has a dream that tells him that his spirit is in love with an unexpected someone. After the trip, Seth and Summer are finally able to speak to one another. Meanwhile, Julie finds a way back into Kirsten's life, Julie-style, Kaitlin shuts out Will, and Taylor decides that she has to stop speaking to Ryan. | | Special Guest Stars: Chris Pratt as Che, Chris Brown (2) as Will Tutt, | Guest Stars: Henri Lubatti as Henri-Michel, Brandon Quinn as Spencer, Julia Ling as Lucy, Lorna Scott as Bernice, | Co-Guest Stars: Eden Sher as Jane, Kirstin Pierce as Fiona, Stacy Barnhisel as Newpsie, Wyndoline Landry as Rachel | Director: Patrick Norris
Writer: Leila Gerstein | | Songs: Sufjan Stevens -- Dear Mr. Supercomputer, The Low Standards -- Du Temps, April March -- Garcon Glacon, Tally Hall -- Hidden in the Sand, Sparklehorse -- Return to Me, Charlotte Gainsbourg -- Tel Que Tu Es, The Western States Motel -- The New E Blues | | | |
| 88 :04x12 - The Groundhog Day (Jan/25/2007) | | As Kirsten's 40th birthday is nearing, Ryan and the Cohen men prepare a party for her while Kirsten receives news that will forever change her life. Meanwhile, Julie has a secret love affair that Kaitlin tries to stop; and Taylor visits a therapist who gives her advice while Ryan pretends not to miss her. Elsewhere, when the plan to save Newport Chuck falls through, Che finally learns that Seth is not his soulmate. | | Special Guest Stars: Chris Pratt as Che, | Guest Stars: Sandra McCoy as Hippie Chick (as Sandy McCoy), Alison La Placa as Dr. James, Gary Grubbs as Gordon Bullit, Kevin Sorbo as Frank Atwood, | Co-Guest Stars: Scott Stenholm as Delivery Boy, Mel Fair as Reporter, Phil Kaufmann as Chauffeur, Tom Billett as Policeman, Price Carson as Security Guard #2, Chris Damiano as Security Guard #1, Amy Shelton-White as Event Organizer, Scott Krinsky as Darryl, Elayn J. Taylor as Dr. Harris, Wayne Dalglish as Brad Ward, Corey Price as Eric Ward | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: Mark Fish | | Songs: Hot Chip -- And I Was A Boy From School, Of Montreal -- Gronlandic Edit, Pajo -- High Lonesome Moan, Silversun Pickups -- Lazy Eye, Chemical Brothers -- Leave Home, The Stills -- The House We Live In | | | |
| 89 :04x13 - The Case of the Franks (Feb/01/2007) | | Taylor concocts a plan to make things right between Ryan and his father. Julie continues to further her relationship with Bullit but when Julie and Frank run into each other in front of Ryan and Taylor it becomes apparent that Julie is having a secret affair with Frank. When Kaitlin finds out that Ryan and Taylor are working to get Julie and Frank together, she goes out of her way to make her mother like Bullit, forcing Julie to choose between Frank and Bullit. Meanwhile, Summer begins to question if Seth is the one for her after she and Seth get a psychic reading. | | Guest Stars: Cathy Lind Hayes (3) as Teacher, Graham Miller (1) as Young Jimmy, Kevin Sorbo as Frank Atwood, Gary Grubbs as Gordon Bullit, Viji Nathan as Psychic, Max Greenfield as Young Sandy, Ellen Hollman as Young Kirsten, | Co-Guest Stars: Joseph Anthony (1) as Luis, Patty Onagan as Mima, Michael Schur as Paul, Mel Fair as Newscaster, Kerby Moore as Young Holly, Samantha Figura as Young Taryn, Connor Webb as Young Luke, Chelsea Smith as Young Summer, Tristan Price as Young Seth, Corey Price as Eric Ward, Wayne Dalglish as Brad Ward, Bella Thorne as Young Taylor | Director: Norman Buckley
Writer: J. J. Philbin | | Songs: Youth Group -- Start Today Tomorrow, R.E.M. -- Talk About The Passion, Frank Chacksfield & His Orchestra -- Theme From Picnic (Moonglow), The Midway State -- Unaware | | | |
| 90 :04x14 - The Shake Up (Feb/08/2007) | | Taylor and Ryan finally say those three words to each other, but did they both mean it? Summer challenges Seth to find something he's passionate about. Kirsten, for the first time in her life, has a realization about what Newport is really all about. Meanwhile, Kaitlin continues to attempt to break up her mother's relationship with Frank, but Julie begins to notice Kaitlin's efforts and ends up making a change. As the night comes to a close, Newport is shaken up by an earthquake. | | Guest Stars: Bre Blair (1) as Carrie Spitz, Jose Zuniga as Jason Spitz, Kevin Sorbo as Frank Atwood, | Co-Guest Stars: Brian Kubach as Barista, Ashley Hartman as Holly Fischer, Ryan Dowler as Pregnant Girl #1, Jessica Williams as Pregnant Girl #2, Mark Fish as Mailman | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: John Stephens | | Songs: I Am Jen -- Broken In All The Right Places, Rogue Wave -- Debaser, Bloc Party -- I Still Remember, Fredo Viola -- The Sad Song, Damien Jurado -- What Were The Chances | | | |
| 91 :04x15 - The Night Moves (Feb/15/2007) | | After the earthquake, Newport residents scramble to make sure everyone is alright. Sandy tells Seth to say put, but Seth does whatever he can to be with Ryan and Taylor. When Seth and Ryan finally meet back up, Seth begins to realize what it means to be a brother. While Summer and Taylor can't find Pancakes and begin frantically searching for him, Taylor sees that bonds people have with their family are greater than she could have ever imagined. Meanwhile, Julie and Kaitlin are stuck in an ice cream shop until the only man for Julie arrives to save them. But everything isn't as it seems when everyone meets up at the Cohen house. | | Guest Stars: Aaron Fors as Gary, Lorna Scott as Bookstore Manager, Paula Trickey as Veronica Townsend, Kevin Sorbo as Frank Atwood, | Co-Guest Stars: Elayn J. Taylor as Exam Doctor, Craig Susser as Ham Guy, Richard Molina (1) as ER Doctor, Scott Krinsky as Darryl | Director: Patrick Norris
Writer: Stephanie Savage | | Songs: The M's -- Come Into Our Room, Goldspot -- Float On, Imogen Heap -- Hallelujah, Rock Kills Kid -- I Turn My Camera On, Bloc Party -- Kreuzberg, Silversun Pickups -- Rusted Wheel, The Perishers -- Sway, Sufjan Stevens -- The Incarnation, Fredo Viola -- The Sad Song | | | |
| 92 :04x16 - The End's Not Near, It's Here (Feb/22/2007) | | Newport was forever changed with the arrival of outside Ryan Atwood four years ago. In the series finale, an emotional ending shows what happens to each of the lives that Ryan touched, including the Cohens, Coopers, and his most recent love, Taylor. | | Guest Stars: Jim Pirri as Patrick, Todd Sherry as Todd, Brandon Quinn as Spencer, Gary Grubbs as Gordon Bullit, Kevin Sorbo as Frank Atwood, Paula Trickey as Veronica Townsend, | Co-Guest Stars: Curtis Mark Williams (1) as Tom, Don R. Williams as Conductor, Christopher Gehrman as Customs Agent, Kirstin Pierce as Fiona, David Paluck as Inspector, Daniel Graves as Justice of the Peace, Easton Gage as Young Kid | Director: Ian Toynton
Writer: Josh Schwartz | | Songs: Patrick Park -- Life Is A Song, Jacob Golden -- On A Saturday, Jet -- Shine On, Clinic -- The New Seeker | | | |
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