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The Best Episodes of One Tree Hill Season 5

Every episode of One Tree Hill Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of One Tree Hill Season 5!

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In Tree Hill, North Carolina two half brothers share a last name and nothing else. Brooding, blue-collar Lucas is a talented street-side basketball player, but his skills are appreciated only by his friends at the

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 1 - 4 Years, 6 Months, 2 Days
    8.7/10(624 votes)

    #1 - 4 Years, 6 Months, 2 Days

    S5:E1

    It's four years into the future and the Tree Hill gang has finished college. Now, their lives have taken completely different directions. Lucas has written and published a book, Brooke has made it big in the fashion industry with her brand "Clothes Over Bro's", Peyton is pursuing a career in the music business, and Nathan and Haley continue to raise a now older James.

    Director:Gregory Prange
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  2. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 2 - Racing Like a Pro
    8.1/10(449 votes)

    #2 - Racing Like a Pro

    S5:E2

    Haley tries to make Nathan understand what is going to happen if he doesn't change his ways. Lucas and Skills prepare James to compete in a race-car competition. Meanwhile, Brooke faces problems at her company and Peyton meets Lucas' new girlfriend. Mouth gets a job but it doesn't turn out well.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  3. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 3 - My Way Home is Through You
    8.0/10(400 votes)

    #3 - My Way Home is Through You

    S5:E3

    Now that Peyton and Brooke are back in Tree Hill, Lindsey worries that the two might threaten her and Lucas' relationship. Meanwhile, Nathan visits Dan in prison (his first visit in four years) and gives him a picture of his grandson. Meanwhile, Haley tries to persuade Quentin to return to school, Brooke opens her store in the old Karen's Cafe and Peyton signs her first band.

    Director:David Jackson
    Writer:John A. Norris

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  4. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 4 - It's Alright Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)
    7.9/10(395 votes)

    #4 - It's Alright Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)

    S5:E4

    Peyton wants Haley to work with Jason on his music but he refuses to. Mouth is involved in a relationship with his boss and age is a factor in it. As the opening of Clothes over Bros approaches, Brooke finds herself in a few problems. Nathan takes strides to help Quentin.

    Director:Janice Cooke
    Writer:Adele Lim

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  5. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 5 - I Forgot to Remember to Forget
    8.6/10(429 votes)

    #5 - I Forgot to Remember to Forget

    S5:E5

    In this flashback episode, memories are looked back upon. Lucas surprises Peyton in Los Angeles and they talk. He asks her something and is left with a surprising answer. Meanwhile, Nathan's temper triggers up after a guy reminds him of his cheating in high school basketball games.

    Director:Liz Friedlander
    Writer:Terrence Coli

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  6. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 6 - Don't Dream It's Over
    8.0/10(388 votes)

    #6 - Don't Dream It's Over

    S5:E6

    It's confrontation time in Tree Hill, as Lucas confronts Peyton about her nasty behavior towards Lindsey and Brooke must confront Victoria about meddling with Peyton's record label. Meanwhile, Nathan begins to grow closer to Carrie, Haley continues to struggle in dealing with Quentin, and Mouth must choose sides between his co-workers and Alice.

    Director:Thomas J. Wright
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  7. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 7 - In Da Club
    8.2/10(411 votes)

    #7 - In Da Club

    S5:E7

    The Honorary Title performs at Tric and Mia plays her song there as well. Carrie tries to get closer to Nathan. Brooke sets Mouth up on a blind date with her assistant and Lindsey confronts Lucas about Peyton.

    Director:Gregory Prange
    Writers:David Strauss, Mike Herro

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  8. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 8 - Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want
    8.0/10(393 votes)

    #8 - Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want

    S5:E8

    Brooke continues to pursue Owen. Haley sees something happening in Peyton's office. Quentin needs to change his negative approach in order to succeed in the season-opening game. Mouth tries to win Millicent back.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:Mike Daniels

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  9. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 9 - For Tonight You're Only Here to Know
    8.6/10(445 votes)

    #9 - For Tonight You're Only Here to Know

    S5:E9

    Haley, Brooke, Peyton, Lindsey and Mia get locked in the Tree Hill High library on the night of the Ravens' first game. Also Brooke tries to stand up for her mother, while Lucas and Nathan discuss whether to tell their loved ones about their indiscretions.

    Director:Joe Davola
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  10. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 10 - Running to Stand Still
    8.0/10(424 votes)

    #10 - Running to Stand Still

    S5:E10

    Brooke runs into someone from her past while on a trip to New York with the Tric bartender, Owen. Nathan and Lucas attend Dan's hearing while they try to protect Jamie from him. Mia gets an offer from a major record label and in the meantime, Haley and Nathan's marriage is on the rocks.

    Director:Clark Mathis
    Writer:William H. Brown

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  11. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 11 - You're Gonna Need Someone on Your Side
    8.3/10(413 votes)

    #11 - You're Gonna Need Someone on Your Side

    S5:E11

    On the eve of Lucas and Lindsey's wedding, they conspire to save Nathan and Haley's marriage. Brooke pairs Peyton with an old boyfriend, while Rachel and Dan return to Tree Hill.

    Director:Michael J. Leone
    Writer:Zachary Haynes

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  12. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 12 - Hundred
    9.1/10(548 votes)

    #12 - Hundred

    S5:E12

    On Lucas and Lindsey's wedding day, Peyton must choose between intervening and losing Lucas forever. Nathan uses the event to try to mend his marriage to Haley. All are shocked when Dan, who is out of prison on parole, shows up at the event.

    Director:Les Butler
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  13. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 13 - Echoes, Silence, Patience and Grace
    8.1/10(464 votes)

    #13 - Echoes, Silence, Patience and Grace

    S5:E13

    Lucas picks up the pieces after being left at the altar by Lindsey, while Nathan and Haley deal with the repercussions of Jamie's abduction. Dan is free for now, but he must find himself a job to convince the parole that he is changed for good. Brooke is haunted by her past as a woman from adopting asks her questions, while Peyton gets a visit from an old friend.

    Director:Gregory Prange
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  14. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 14 - What Do You Go Home To?
    8.0/10(351 votes)

    #14 - What Do You Go Home To?

    S5:E14

    Nathan and Haley have learned from the mistakes with the nanny, so they decide to interview potential nannies or mannies, but it goes in a completely different way. Meanwhile Brooke still wants to go ahead with adopting a baby. Mouth and Millicent take a new step in their relationship and Quentin must reconsider his intentions.

    Director:Liz Friedlander
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  15. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 15 - Life is Short
    8.1/10(363 votes)

    #15 - Life is Short

    S5:E15

    Nathan and Haley throw a birthday party for Jamie. Deb hired a clown, and Haley is not happy with it since it's a creepy one. Lindsey returns to Tree Hill for Jamie's birthday, which gives Lucas hope that the relationship will be rekindled. When Dan arrives, Deb's mood swings fast and in the meantime Brooke and Peyton attend the party with baby Angie.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:Elisa Delson

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  16. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 16 - Cryin' Won't Help You Now
    8.1/10(356 votes)

    #16 - Cryin' Won't Help You Now

    S5:E16

    Lucas investigates Dan's heart condition. Haley struggles with letting Dan into Jamie's life. Peyton also still struggles with her guilt over Lucas' breakup and Mouth finally gets the chance to be a sports anchor.

    Director:Gregory Prange
    Writer:William H. Brown

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  17. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 17 - Hate is Safer Than Love
    8.2/10(419 votes)

    #17 - Hate is Safer Than Love

    S5:E17

    Lucas is crushed by devastating news. Quentin is pushed to his limits during a Ravens game. Dan's is second on the donor recipient list to get a new heart. Haley thinks about her decision to release a new album while Brooke's baby undergoes emergency surgery and a shocking truth stuns Peyton, told by Lucas.

    Director:Stuart Gillard
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  18. One Tree Hill Season 5 Episode 18 - What Comes After the Blues
    8.8/10(484 votes)

    #18 - What Comes After the Blues

    S5:E18

    The Tree Hill residents are forced to face their fears as Dan turns over on a new leaf and Brooke taking the hardest decision of her life. In the meantime, Haley's career takes a turn and Peyton is visited by somebody from her past. Mouth and Millicent meet a new face. With all, Lucas and Brooke help each other through the struggles.

    Director:Mark Schwahn
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"4 Years, 6 Months, 2 Days" is the best rated episode of "One Tree Hill" season 5. It scored 8.7/10 based on 624 votes. Directed by Gregory Prange and written by Mark Schwahn, it aired on 1/8/2008. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "Racing Like a Pro".