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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!

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...
Genre:Drama
Networks:The WBThe CW
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Season 8 Ratings Summary

"Asleep at Heaven's Gate" is the best rated episode of "One Tree Hill" season 8. It scored 8.2/10 based on 344 votes. Directed by Mark Schwahn and written by Mark Schwahn, it aired on 9/14/2010. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "I Can't See You, But I Know You're There".

  • Asleep at Heaven's Gate
    8.2/10(344)

    #1 - Asleep at Heaven's Gate

    Season 8 Episode 1

    Aired 9/14/2010

    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

  • I Can't See You, But I Know You're There
    7.9/10(302)

    #2 - I Can't See You, But I Know You're There

    Season 8 Episode 2

    Aired 9/21/2010

    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

  • The Space in Between
    8.1/10(294)

    #3 - The Space in Between

    Season 8 Episode 3

    Aired 9/28/2010

    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

  • We All Fall Down
    7.8/10(286)

    #4 - We All Fall Down

    Season 8 Episode 4

    Aired 10/5/2010

    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

  • Nobody Taught Us to Quit
    8.0/10(272)

    #5 - Nobody Taught Us to Quit

    Season 8 Episode 5

    Aired 10/12/2010

    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

  • Not Afraid
    7.9/10(299)

    #6 - Not Afraid

    Season 8 Episode 6

    Aired 10/19/2010

    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

  • Luck Be a Lady
    7.9/10(279)

    #7 - Luck Be a Lady

    Season 8 Episode 7

    Aired 11/2/2010

    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

    Writer: Mike Herro, David Strauss

  • Mouthful of Diamonds
    7.8/10(274)

    #8 - Mouthful of Diamonds

    Season 8 Episode 8

    Aired 11/9/2010

    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

  • Between Raising Hell and Amazing Grace
    8.3/10(301)

    #9 - Between Raising Hell and Amazing Grace

    Season 8 Episode 9

    Aired 11/16/2010

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

    Director: Bethany Joy Lenz

    Writer: Nikki Schiefelbein

  • Lists, Plans
    7.9/10(291)

    #10 - Lists, Plans

    Season 8 Episode 10

    Aired 11/30/2010

    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

  • Darkness on the Edge of Town
    9.2/10(505)

    #11 - Darkness on the Edge of Town

    Season 8 Episode 11

    Aired 12/7/2010

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

    Director: Mark Schwahn

    Writer: Mark Schwahn

  • The Drinks We Drank Last Night
    8.7/10(373)

    #12 - The Drinks We Drank Last Night

    Season 8 Episode 12

    Aired 1/25/2011

    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

  • The Other Half of Me
    8.5/10(309)

    #13 - The Other Half of Me

    Season 8 Episode 13

    Aired 2/1/2011

    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

  • Holding Out for a Hero
    7.7/10(313)

    #14 - Holding Out for a Hero

    Season 8 Episode 14

    Aired 2/8/2011

    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

    Writer: Mike Herro, David Strauss

  • Valentine's Day Is Over
    7.7/10(281)

    #15 - Valentine's Day Is Over

    Season 8 Episode 15

    Aired 2/15/2011

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

    Director: Paul Johansson

    Writer: Mark Schwahn

  • I Think I'm Gonna Like It Here
    7.7/10(259)

    #16 - I Think I'm Gonna Like It Here

    Season 8 Episode 16

    Aired 2/22/2011

    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

    Writer: Rachel Specter, Audrey Wauchope

  • The Smoker You Drink, The Player You Get
    7.9/10(260)

    #17 - The Smoker You Drink, The Player You Get

    Season 8 Episode 17

    Aired 3/1/2011

    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

  • Quiet Little Voices
    7.7/10(282)

    #18 - Quiet Little Voices

    Season 8 Episode 18

    Aired 4/19/2011

    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

  • Where Not to Look for Freedom
    7.8/10(254)

    #19 - Where Not to Look for Freedom

    Season 8 Episode 19

    Aired 4/26/2011

    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

  • The Man Who Sailed Around His Soul
    7.9/10(274)

    #20 - The Man Who Sailed Around His Soul

    Season 8 Episode 20

    Aired 5/3/2011

    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

  • Flightless Bird, American Mouth
    8.0/10(274)

    #21 - Flightless Bird, American Mouth

    Season 8 Episode 21

    Aired 5/10/2011

    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

  • This Is My House, This Is My Home
    8.6/10(353)

    #22 - This Is My House, This Is My Home

    Season 8 Episode 22

    Aired 5/17/2011

    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