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The Worst Episodes of One Tree Hill

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The Worst Episodes of One Tree Hill

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...
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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    6.5/10(560 votes)

    #1 - We Three (My Echo, My Shadow and Me)

    S6:E11

    Lucas falls asleep and dreams of a 1940s Tree Hill were he owns Karen's Cafe. Here, Dan is a dangerous mobster and everyone is entangled in his web: Brooke owes him money, Mouth is searching for proof that would link him to Keith's murder, Haley is his former lounge singer, and Lucas is in love with his step-daughter Peyton.

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  2. Background image for What Are You Willing to Lose
    7.4/10(333 votes)

    #2 - What Are You Willing to Lose

    S7:E2

    While recording her new album, Haley must work to save Red Bedroom Records and enlists Mia's help to do so. Meanwhile, Brooke, with Millicent's help, searches for the new face of her clothing line; Clay defends Nathan as the scandal continues to grow; Julian and Brooke decide to move in together; and Dan returns to Tree Hill with a new bride in tow.

    Director:Les Butler

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  3. Background image for 4:30 AM (Apparently They Were Travelling Abroad)
    7.6/10(401 votes)

    #3 - 4:30 AM (Apparently They Were Travelling Abroad)

    S7:E1

    A year has passed since Lucas and Peyton left Tree Hill, and the Tree Hill gang move forward after achieving their goals. Nathan has completed his first year in the NBA, Haley has taken over Red Bedroom Records, and Brooke continues to run Clothes Over Bro's while moving forward in her relationship with Julian.

    Director:Clark Mathis

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  4. Background image for Your Cheatin' Heart
    7.6/10(322 votes)

    #4 - Your Cheatin' Heart

    S7:E5

    Haley is thrust into the spotlight and storm of Nathan’s growing scandal. Against her better judgement, Brooke allows Julian to continue working with Alex. Millicent gets a new job, which may cause trouble for Mouth. Meanwhile, Clay and Quinn grow closer.

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  5. Background image for Holding Out for a Hero
    7.6/10(332 votes)

    #5 - Holding Out for a Hero

    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.

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  6. Background image for Valentine's Day Is Over
    7.6/10(302 votes)

    #6 - Valentine's Day Is Over

    S8:E15

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

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    7.6/10(309 votes)

    #7 - In the Room Where You Sleep

    S9:E2

    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

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    7.7/10(441 votes)

    #8 - Between Order and Randomness

    S2:E12

    Nathan comes clean with Haley about his past relationship with Taylor, although Haley continues to email Chris without telling Nathan and Taylor finds out. Lucas and Karen remain at odds over his refusal to take the HCM test. Keith proposes to Jules. Meanwhile, Brooke fights for better working conditions at her new job. Lucas decides to take the HCM test.

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  10. Background image for Lifetime Piling Up
    7.7/10(476 votes)

    #9 - Lifetime Piling Up

    S2:E20

    Lying in a coma after his race car accident, Nathan dreams of what life would have been like if Dan had stayed with Karen and Lucas instead of marrying Deb. In this imaginary world, Lucas would have had the wealth and stature and Nathan would have been the one growing up on the wrong side of the tracks. After waking up, Nathan phones Haley and tells her he doesn't want her to come home.

    Director:Les Butler

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    7.7/10(443 votes)

    #10 - What Could Have Been

    S2:E21

    Nathan is released from the hospital and returns home to a pile of unpaid bills and an eviction notice. Lucas, Peyton and Brooke throw a fundraiser Tric to raise money, but Dan is the one that comes to Nathan's rescue. However, his gift comes with strings - he wants Nathan to ask Haley for an annulment.

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    7.7/10(444 votes)

    #11 - Things I Forgot at Birth

    S4:E2

    It's her eighteenth birthday, but Brooke soon realizes that she has no one but Rachel to celebrate it with. Meanwhile, Nathan continues to struggle with memories of the accident and Dan continues to be haunted by remorse over his actions against Keith.

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    7.7/10(327 votes)

    #12 - Hold My Hand as I'm Lowered

    S7:E3

    While Clay and Nathan are at odds over how to handle the worsening scandal, Haley begins to doubt Nathan and believe that Renee's accusations may be true. Quinn and Brooke put together a photo shoot, and Mouth goes to the next level in his battle with Skills. Meanwhile, Alex makes Julian an offer.

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  14. Background image for Believe Me, I'm Lying
    7.7/10(319 votes)

    #13 - Believe Me, I'm Lying

    S7:E4

    Nathan’s scandal becomes public. Brooke’s fashion show brings an unexpected responsibility for Millicent, and Haley convinces Quinn to talk to her estranged husband David. Meanwhile, Mouth makes a decision that could threaten his career.

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  15. Background image for Now You Lift Your Eyes to the Sun
    7.7/10(322 votes)

    #14 - Now You Lift Your Eyes to the Sun

    S7:E9

    Haley returns to the stage and Brooke receives life-changing news. Meanwhile, Dan Scott returns to Tree Hill much to the chagrin of Nathan, who is about to sign a new NBA contract with the help of his agent Clay.

    Director:Sophia Bush
    Writer:Karin Gist

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    7.7/10(297 votes)

    #15 - Learning to Fall

    S7:E20

    Nathan and Haley struggle with the aftermath of her mother's death, while Brooke deals with the fallout of Alexander's tryst with Victoria. Alex discovers a secret about her leading man, Josh, that could derail Julian's film, and Clay is confronted by an unhinged Katie.

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    7.7/10(309 votes)

    #16 - We All Fall Down

    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.

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  18. Background image for Mouthful of Diamonds
    7.7/10(293 votes)

    #17 - Mouthful of Diamonds

    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.

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  19. Background image for I Think I'm Gonna Like It Here
    7.7/10(279 votes)

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

    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.

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  20. Background image for Quiet Little Voices
    7.7/10(306 votes)

    #19 - Quiet Little Voices

    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.

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    7.7/10(316 votes)

    #20 - Love the Way You Lie

    S9:E3

    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.

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    7.8/10(577 votes)

    #21 - The Living Years

    S1:E11

    Unable to handle the pressure from Dan, Nathan decides to quit the basketball team and looks to Haley to help him fill his free time. Meanwhile, Brooke becomes increasingly jealous of Lucas and Peyton's growing friendship.

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  23. Background image for We Might as Well Be Strangers
    7.8/10(467 votes)

    #22 - We Might as Well Be Strangers

    S2:E6

    After Dare Night resulted in new arrangements, a midnight meteor shower finds Lucas sharing a romantic night with Anna. Andy surprises Karen with a dinner and Keith cooks for Jules on their first date. Brooke finds herself forming a mutually beneficial relationship with Felix, and Peyton sets out to find an opening act for her club.

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  24. Background image for Let the Reigns Go Loose
    7.8/10(460 votes)

    #23 - Let the Reigns Go Loose

    S2:E7

    The opening of Karen's club "Tric" brings together the people of Tree Hill. Lucas and Felix come to blows over Anna. After Chris quits his gig the night of the club opening, Haley must face her fear of performing to save the night for Peyton. Although Mouth tends to Brooke while she is drunk, Felix sneaks in and attempts to take the credit. Keith and Jules realize their relationship has reached a new level, while Dan deliberately tells Karen that Deb slept with Keith.

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  25. Background image for Locked Hearts and Hand Grenades
    7.8/10(434 votes)

    #24 - Locked Hearts and Hand Grenades

    S3:E6

    Brooke makes a "Fantasy Boy Draft," after all of the cheerleaders are fighting over the same guys. Haley and Peyton continue to argue over Nathan. Dan butts heads with Karen because the election is drawing nearer. Lucas is trying to keep up with the fast pace of basketball.

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  26. Background image for A Kiss to Build a Dream On
    7.8/10(332 votes)

    #25 - A Kiss to Build a Dream On

    S6:E21

    Nathan and Haley both face their dreams as he questions his ambition to play in the NBA and she receives an offer from Nick Lachey. Meanwhile, Brooke learns something that could change Sam's life forever, Jamie attends his first school dance, and Lucas and Peyton take a road trip.

    Director:Erica Dunton
    Writer:Karin Gist

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Worst Episodes Summary

"We Three (My Echo, My Shadow and Me)" is the worst rated episode of "One Tree Hill". It scored 6.5/10 based on 560 votes. Directed by Joe Davola and written by Chad Michael Murray, it aired on 11/17/2008. This episode scored 0.9 points lower than the second lowest rated, "What Are You Willing to Lose".