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The Best Episodes of One Tree Hill Season 8

Every episode of One Tree Hill Season 8 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of One Tree Hill Season 8!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 11 - Darkness on the Edge of Town
    9.1/10(565 votes)

    S8:E11

    A storm strikes Tree Hill, putting everyone's life in danger.

    Director:Mark Schwahn
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  2. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 12 - The Drinks We Drank Last Night
    8.6/10(416 votes)

    S8:E12

    After a wild night out on the town for her bachelorette party, Brooke and the girls try to piece together the night before amidst the wreckage of the day after.

    Director:Chad Graves
    Writer:Shaina Fewell

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  3. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 22 - This Is My House, This Is My Home
    8.5/10(390 votes)

    S8:E22

    As Brooke and Haley prepare to re-open Karen’s Café, Nathan and Clay hit the road looking for new prospective clients. Meanwhile, Chase leaves for the Air Force leaving behind a disappointed Alex and Chuck, and Mouth and Millicent begin their new morning show together.

    Director:Mark Schwahn
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  4. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 13 - The Other Half of Me
    8.4/10(351 votes)

    S8:E13

    Brooke and Julian’s wedding day is finally here. Dreams become reality, secrets are revealed and wedding hookups are inevitable.

    Director:Gregory Prange
    Writer:John A. Norris

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  5. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 9 - Between Raising Hell and Amazing Grace
    8.2/10(338 votes)

    S8:E9

    The gang gathers at Nathan and Haley’s to spend Thanksgiving with friends and family.

    Director:Bethany Joy Lenz
    Writer:Nikki Schiefelbein

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  6. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 1 - Asleep at Heaven's Gate
    8.1/10(383 votes)

    S8:E1

    As the gang returns from Utah, Brooke and Julian are engaged, Haley learns that she is pregnant, Nathan must leave for training camp, and Clay and Quinn are assaulted and shot by Katie.

    Director:Mark Schwahn
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  7. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 3 - The Space in Between
    8.0/10(334 votes)

    S8:E3

    As the situation at the hospital worsens; Nathan makes a huge decision regarding his career. Brooke and Julian take Jamie for the day, while Victoria and Millicent hatch a plan.

    Director:Gregory Prange
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  8. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 5 - Nobody Taught Us to Quit
    7.9/10(306 votes)

    S8:E5

    Nathan considers leaving the NBA; Victoria and Brooke try to handle the company's financial problems; Chase learns a secret about Alex.

    Director:James Lafferty
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  9. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 2 - I Can't See You, But I Know You're There
    7.8/10(339 votes)

    S8:E2

    Clay and Quinn discover they’ve been shot, and as they fight to live, Nathan and Haley struggle with the situation..... Meanwhile, Julian tries to preoccupy Jamie, and Brooke's legal troubles mount.

    Director:Joe Davola
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  10. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 6 - Not Afraid
    7.8/10(333 votes)

    S8:E6

    As Halloween approaches in Tree Hill, Brooke and Julian get an unexpected visitor, and Nathan begins a new career. Meanwhile, Clay and Quinn struggle with life back at the beach house, and Haley and Mia host an open mic night at Tric.

    Director:Sophia Bush
    Writer:John A. Norris

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  11. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 7 - Luck Be a Lady
    7.8/10(313 votes)

    S8:E7

    As the wedding approaches, Brooke tries to connect with Sylvia, while Julian looks for his best man at a guys' poker night. Meanwhile, Nathan struggles in his new job, while Haley's counseling abilities are challenged, and Skills returns to town with a new friend.

    Director:Les Butler
    Writers:Mike Herro, David Strauss

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  12. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 10 - Lists, Plans
    7.8/10(326 votes)

    S8:E10

    Brooke and Julian go skydiving, while Haley sets up a concert at Tric featuring Kid Cudi. Meanwhile, Quinn sneaks out of town to visit a familiar face.

    Director:Joe Davola
    Writer:Johnny Richardson

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  13. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 17 - The Smoker You Drink, The Player You Get
    7.8/10(296 votes)

    S8:E17

    As Haley’s due date approaches, she takes steps to ensure that all her friends and family will be ready when the time comes. Brooke and Julian also prepare to begin a family, while Chuck turns to Chase for help with a problem.

    Director:Les Butler
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  14. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 20 - The Man Who Sailed Around His Soul
    7.8/10(312 votes)

    S8:E20

    As Nathan, Julian and Clay coach Jamie’s first little league game, the situation regarding the accident comes to a head. Meanwhile, Chase asks Alex to take a drug test for him, and Quinn gets an offer to shoot in Puerto Rico.

    Director:Gregory Prange
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  15. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 21 - Flightless Bird, American Mouth
    7.8/10(311 votes)

    S8:E21

    Nathan, Jamie, Clay, Julian, Chase and Chuck have a camp-out on the Rivercourt. Meanwhile, Brooke, Quinn, Alex and Lauren take a trip to Puerto Rico.

    Director:Gregory Prange
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  16. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 19 - Where Not to Look for Freedom
    7.7/10(289 votes)

    S8:E19

    While Haley stays at home to take care of the new baby, Quinn organizes a concert at Tric. Meanwhile, Brooke gets an offer to return to Clothes Over Bros, and Nathan sets his sights on exposing Professor Kellerman.

    Director:Joe Davola
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  17. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 4 - We All Fall Down
    7.6/10(324 votes)

    S8:E4

    Brooke deals with the mounting financial problems at Clothes Over Bro's; Julian starts a new film project; Alex and Chase spend an afternoon together.

    Director:Peter B. Kowalski
    Writer:William H. Brown

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  18. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 8 - Mouthful of Diamonds
    7.6/10(308 votes)

    S8:E8

    Nathan’s career as an agent takes a big step forward when he visits Atlanta, while Haley consoles Jamie regarding his new braces. The drama between Brooke and Sylvia finally comes to a head, and Chase makes a decision regarding Mia and Alex.

    Director:Michael J. Leone
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  19. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 16 - I Think I'm Gonna Like It Here
    7.6/10(293 votes)

    S8:E16

    As the girls plan a surprise baby shower for Haley, the guys participate in try-outs for Jamie’s baseball team. Meanwhile, Brooke and Julian pursue adoption... while Mouth gets Millicent ready for her first day at work.

    Director:Steven Goldfried
    Writers:Rachel Specter, Audrey Wauchope

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  20. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 18 - Quiet Little Voices
    7.6/10(323 votes)

    S8:E18

    The big day has finally arrived and the gang gathers at the hospital to await the birth of Haley and Nathan’s baby. While they wait, they reminisce about the memories they have shared over the years.

    Director:Austin Nichols
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  21. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 14 - Holding Out for a Hero
    7.5/10(350 votes)

    S8:E14

    Brooke, Quinn and Haley decide to use their talents for the greater good. Meanwhile, Julian takes on a directing job and helps out a friend, and Chase mentors Chuck.

    Director:Peter B. Kowalski
    Writers:Mike Herro, David Strauss

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  22. One Tree Hill Season 8 Episode 15 - Valentine's Day Is Over
    7.5/10(317 votes)

    S8:E15

    Secrets, sex games and shoelaces are all involved as the couples of Tree Hill celebrate Valentine's Day.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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Season 8 Ratings Summary

"Darkness on the Edge of Town" is the best rated episode of "One Tree Hill" season 8. It scored 9.1/10 based on 565 votes. Directed by Mark Schwahn and written by Mark Schwahn, it aired on 12/7/2010. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "The Drinks We Drank Last Night".