The Worst Episodes of One Tree Hill
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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 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.
Lowest Rated Episodes Summary
The worst episode of "One Tree Hill" is "We Three (My Echo, My Shadow and Me)", rated 6.6/10 from 519 user votes. It was directed by Joe Davola and written by Chad Michael Murray. "We Three (My Echo, My Shadow and Me)" aired on 11/17/2008 and is rated 0.9 point(s) lower than the second lowest rated, "What Are You Willing to Lose".
6.6/10 519 votes#1 - We Three (My Echo, My Shadow and Me)
Season 6 Episode 11 - Aired 11/17/2008
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.
Director: Joe Davola
Writer: Chad Michael Murray
7.5/10 314 votes#2 - What Are You Willing to Lose
Season 7 Episode 2 - Aired 9/21/2009
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
Writer: Mark Schwahn
7.6/10 376 votes#3 - 4:30 AM (Apparently They Were Travelling Abroad)
Season 7 Episode 1 - Aired 9/14/2009
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
Writer: Mark Schwahn
7.6/10 299 votes#4 - Your Cheatin' Heart
Season 7 Episode 5 - Aired 10/12/2009
Haley (Bethany Joy Galeotti) is thrust into the spotlight and storm of Nathan’s (James Lafferty) growing scandal. Against her better judgement, Brooke (Sophia Bush) allows Julian (Austin Nichols) to continue working with Alex (Jana Kramer “Entourage”). Millicent (Lisa Goldstein) gets a new job, which may cause trouble for Mouth (Lee Norris). Meanwhile, Clay (Robert Buckley) and Quinn (Shantel VanSanten) grow closer.
Director: Peter B. Kowalski
Writer: David Strauss, Mike Herro
7.7/10 434 votes#5 - Lifetime Piling Up
Season 2 Episode 20 - Aired 5/10/2005
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
Writer: Mark B. Perry
7.7/10 305 votes#6 - Hold My Hand as I'm Lowered
Season 7 Episode 3 - Aired 9/28/2009
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.
Director: Liz Friedlander
Writer: Mark Schwahn
7.7/10 297 votes#7 - Believe Me, I'm Lying
Season 7 Episode 4 - Aired 10/5/2009
Nathan’s (James Lafferty) scandal becomes public. Brooke’s (Sophia Bush) fashion show brings an unexpected responsibility for Millicent (Lisa Goldstein), and Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) convinces Quinn (Shantel VanSanten) to talk to her estranged husband David (guest-star Scott Holroyd”). Meanwhile, Mouth (Lee Norris) makes a decision that could threaten his career.
Director: Gregory Prange
Writer: John A. Norris
7.7/10 298 votes#8 - Now You Lift Your Eyes to the Sun
Season 7 Episode 9 - Aired 11/9/2009
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
7.7/10 306 votes#9 - 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: David Strauss, Mike Herro
7.7/10 276 votes#10 - 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
7.7/10 253 votes#11 - 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
7.7/10 282 votes#12 - 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
7.8/10 522 votes#13 - The Living Years
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 1/27/2004
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.
Director: Thomas J. Wright
Writer: Mark B. Perry
7.8/10 417 votes#14 - Let the Reigns Go Loose
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 11/2/2004
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.
Director: David Paymer
Writer: R. Lee Fleming Jr.
7.8/10 399 votes#15 - Between Order and Randomness
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 2/1/2005
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.
Director: Bethany Rooney
Writer: Terrence Coli
7.8/10 405 votes#16 - What Could Have Been
Season 2 Episode 21 - Aired 5/17/2005
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.
Director: Bethany Rooney
Writer: Jennifer Cecil
7.8/10 406 votes#17 - Things I Forgot at Birth
Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 10/4/2006
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.
Director: Gregory Prange
Writer: Mark Schwahn
7.8/10 314 votes#18 - A Kiss to Build a Dream On
Season 6 Episode 21 - Aired 4/27/2009
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
7.8/10 292 votes#19 - Weeks Go by Like Days
Season 7 Episode 13 - Aired 1/18/2010
The Scott family joins Haley on the last leg of her tour, while Brook and Julian reconnect after their 6-week break. Clay and Quinn try to figure out how to move forward after his public declaration of love, and a post-rehab Alex tries to make amends with herself and the people she's let down.
Director: Joe Davola
Writer: Karin Gist
7.8/10 272 votes#20 - Learning to Fall
Season 7 Episode 20 - Aired 5/3/2010
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.
Director: Gregory Prange
Writer: Shaina Fewell, Renee Intlekofer
7.8/10 281 votes#21 - 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
7.8/10 269 votes#22 - 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
7.8/10 275 votes#23 - 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
7.8/10 248 votes#24 - 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
7.9/10 697 votes#25 - The Places You Have Come to Fear the Most
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 9/30/2003
Lucas blows his first Varsity game and decides to quit the team. The wedge between Nathan and Peyton continues to grow after Peyton tires of Nathan's jabs at Lucas. Meanwhile, Keith forces Karen to deal with her feelings for Dan after she refuses to step foot in the high school gym to support her son.
Director: Bryan Gordon
Writer: Mark Schwahn