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The Best Episodes of One Tree Hill Season 9

Every episode of One Tree Hill Season 9 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of One Tree Hill Season 9!

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 river court. Popular, affluent Nathan basks in the hero-worship of the town, as the star of his high school team. And both boys are the son of former college ball player Dan Scott whose long ago choice to abandon Lucas and his mother Karen, will haunt him long into his life with wife Deb and their son Nathan.

Genre:Drama
Networks:The WBThe CW

Season 9 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "One Tree Hill" season 9 is "Know This, We've Noticed", rated 8.4/10 from 411 user votes. It was directed by Mark Schwahn and written by Mark Schwahn. "Know This, We've Noticed" aired on 1/11/2012 and is rated 0.7 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "In the Room Where You Sleep".

  • Know This, We've Noticed
    8.4/10 411 votes

    #1 - Know This, We've Noticed

    Season 9 Episode 1 - Aired 1/11/2012

    As Brooke and Julian begin to adjust to life with their new children, Haley and Nathan find themselves dealing with similar issues. Although they don't know it yet, faces from the past threaten to interrupt plans for all their futures. Meanwhile, a mysterious problem arises for Clay and Quinn.

    Director: Mark Schwahn

    Writer: Mark Schwahn

  • In the Room Where You Sleep
    7.7/10 282 votes

    #2 - In the Room Where You Sleep

    Season 9 Episode 2 - Aired 1/18/2012

    Brooke and her father discuss a new business venture; Julian worries about his investment; Quinn talks Clay into getting help; Millie tries to be honest with Mouth; Alex receives a tempting offer.

    Director: Joe Davola

    Writer: Mark Schwahn

  • Love the Way You Lie
    7.9/10 287 votes

    #3 - Love the Way You Lie

    Season 9 Episode 3 - Aired 1/25/2012

    Dan helps a struggling Haley at Karen’s Café. Meanwhile, Quinn discovers that Clay is hiding something from her, and Chase tries to mend a broken heart. Brooke is let down by her lunch plans with her dad, and Julian makes a life-changing mistake.

    Director: Paul Johansson

    Writer: Lenn K. Rosenfeld

  • Don't You Want to Share the Guilt?
    8.3/10 295 votes

    #4 - Don't You Want to Share the Guilt?

    Season 9 Episode 4 - Aired 2/1/2012

    As Julian deals with his guilt, Brooke helps Haley confront a new rival cafe, and its difficult owner. Meanwhile, Chase's new girl has a complicated secret, and Quinn takes extreme measures that help Clay realize he's worse off than he thought.

    Director: Les Butler

    Writer: N/A

  • The Killing Moon
    8.3/10 286 votes

    #5 - The Killing Moon

    Season 9 Episode 5 - Aired 2/8/2012

    As Quinn distracts Jamie, Haley searches for Nathan. Clay finally gets answers about his condition. Meanwhile, Julian attempts to get back to a normal life, while Brooke tries to give Tara a chance.

    Director: Gregory Prange

    Writer: N/A

  • Catastrophe and the Cure
    8.1/10 271 votes

    #6 - Catastrophe and the Cure

    Season 9 Episode 6 - Aired 2/15/2012

    Dan enlists Julian to help in his search for Nathan. Mouth fills Clay in about Nathan, as Haley explains Nathan’s disappearance to Jamie. Brooke gets an idea of how to bring patrons to an empty Karen’s Café, and Chris Keller confronts Chase about Tara.

    Director: James Lafferty

    Writer: N/A

  • Last Known Surroundings
    8.3/10 334 votes

    #7 - Last Known Surroundings

    Season 9 Episode 7 - Aired 2/22/2012

    Haley seeks help from Lucas as Nathan (James Lafferty) makes an escape attempt. Brooke comes face-to-face with Xavier. Juliain uncovers evidence that assists Dan in his search for Nathan. Clay makes a connection with another patient.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Mark Schwahn

  • A Rush of Blood to the Head
    8.5/10 308 votes

    #8 - A Rush of Blood to the Head

    Season 9 Episode 8 - Aired 2/29/2012

    Haley receives news of a possible tragedy. Dan’s search for Nathan leads him back to his dark past. Clay has a breakthrough in his treatment. Brooke and Julian deal with Xavier. Chase’s concern for Chuck pushes him to his limits.

    Director: Gregory Prange

    Writer: N/A

  • Every Breath Is a Bomb
    8.2/10 272 votes

    #9 - Every Breath Is a Bomb

    Season 9 Episode 9 - Aired 3/7/2012

    Brooke and Julian take new measures to protect their family. Skills helps Mouth get to a turning point, and Chase faces consequences for defending Chuck. Clay reaches a new understanding with Logan.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Hardcore Will Never Die, But You Will
    9.1/10 393 votes

    #10 - Hardcore Will Never Die, But You Will

    Season 9 Episode 10 - Aired 3/14/2012

    Dan, Julian and Chris Keller attempt to rescue Nathan. Brooke’s conflict with Xavier escalates. Quinn and Clay revisit the past.

    Director: Mark Schwahn

    Writer: Mark Schwahn

  • Danny Boy
    9.4/10 602 votes

    #11 - Danny Boy

    Season 9 Episode 11 - Aired 3/21/2012

    The search for Nathan becomes increasingly dangerous, and Dan’s life hangs in the balance. Brooke is surprised when her father returns. And Clay and Quinn reconnect with Logan.

    Director: Joe Davola

    Writer: David Strauss, Mike Herro

  • Anyone Who Had a Heart
    8.4/10 300 votes

    #12 - Anyone Who Had a Heart

    Season 9 Episode 12 - Aired 3/28/2012

    As Haley prepares to emcee the annual Tree Hill Burning Boat Festival, Brooke uses the opportunity to process her father’s betrayal, while Julian tries to breathe new life into a past idea. Mouth and Millie make a change to their morning show, and Clay and Quinn get ready for Logan’s first night at the beach house.

    Director: Sophia Bush

    Writer: Brian L. Ridings

  • One Tree Hill
    9.3/10 844 votes

    #13 - One Tree Hill

    Season 9 Episode 13 - Aired 4/4/2012

    In the final chapter of One Tree Hill, the tenth anniversary of Tric brings old faces and new possibilities for the Tree Hill family.

    Director: Mark Schwahn

    Writer: Mark Schwahn