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The Best Episodes Written By David Strauss

Every TV Episode Written by David Strauss Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

  1. 8.7/10(3 votes)

    #1 - Danny Boy

    S9:E11

    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.

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    Director:Joe Davola
  2. 8.7/10(3 votes)

    #2 - After Hours

    S3:E15

    When Billy forces Spencer and Frausto to get on the same page, the night takes an interesting turn. Olivia is excited to hang out with Layla, but the night doesn't go as planned.

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  3. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #3 - The Choice Is Yours

    S1:E6

    The return of Layla’s music mogul father gives Spencer the perfect opportunity to give back to Crenshaw and reunite with an increasingly distant Coop. But Coop’s deepening affiliation with Shawn’s gang threatens Spencer’s good intentions. Billy, Jordan and Asher take a journey to Malibu to scout their next big rival as tensions simmer between Jordan and Asher.

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    Director:Benny Boom
  4. 8.5/10(2 votes)

    #4 - Best Kept Secret

    S1:E15

    Spencer learns the real reason his father left when he was growing up and is devastated by the truth. Billy must deal with the repercussions of decisions he made in the past, while Coop tries to stop a plan she set in motion, with tragic consequences.

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  5. 8.3/10(3 votes)

    #5 - Messin' with the Kid

    S6:E7

    Nathan and Haley must team up to help Jamie deal with a school bully. Meanwhile, Lucas and Peyton continue to adjust to life as a live-in couple. Elsewhere, Mouth tries to get his old job back.

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  6. 8.3/10(3 votes)

    #6 - Screenwriter's Blues

    S6:E16

    As Lucas begins to start casting for his movie, Peyton begins to put together plans for their wedding. Meanwhile, Dan gives Jamie advise when he has his first school crush; Brooke is introduced to the actress that will play her in Lucas' movie; Nathan receives exciting news; and Haley is forced to make a tough decision at work.

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  7. 8.3/10(3 votes)

    #7 - I've Got Dreams to Remember

    S3:E12

    As the students meet with the school counselor to plan for the future, Nathan and Haley realize they want to attend different colleges across the country from one another and Brooke discovers Rachel's reasons for submitting her designs to Rogue Vogue. Meanwhile, Ellie and Peyton bond as they finish the benefit album.

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  8. 8.0/10(3 votes)

    #8 - 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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  9. 8.0/10(6 votes)

    #9 - 99 Problems

    S1:E2

    While trying to be all things, on and off the field, Spencer quickly discovers the rules he played by at Crenshaw no longer apply in Beverly Hills. Meanwhile, Coop is also forced to learn a new set of rules, with Spencer’s protective “Halo Effect” now gone.

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  10. 8.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - Stakes Is High

    S2:E15

    Spencer goes against Billy’s wish and goes around him to get what he wants. Olivia and Asher are both guilt ridden for different reasons when it comes to Billy and the position he now finds himself in. Layla continues to help Coop with her music which helps Coop receive an offer that she wasn’t expecting. Meanwhile, Jordan does something to try and make things easier for Simone.

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  11. 8.0/10(2 votes)

    #11 - How to Survive in South Central

    S3:E2

    Both Spencer and Billy are not getting the hero's welcome they expected from the football team and quickly realize they need to adjust their style and start earning the team's trust first.

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  12. 7.8/10(5 votes)

    #12 - Something I Can Never Have

    S2:E17

    Keith gets violent with Dan after learning that Dan paid Jules to fall in love with Keith. Anna turns Felix in to the school authorities after learning that he was the one who vandalized Peyton's locker. Lucas and Brooke discuss Brooke's possible move. Meanwhile, Nathan chances Haley in the hope of bringing her home. Brooke decides to move in with Karen.

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  13. 7.5/10(2 votes)

    #13 - Bring the Noise

    S3:E13

    When Spencer learns that Grace skipped her own college graduation, he enlists Olivia's help to throw her a surprise party. Billy is worried about his players' chances at college recruitment, so he tries to organize a scrimmage game to help.

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  14. 7.4/10(5 votes)

    #14 - Toy Soldiers

    S1:E19

    Mary's uncle arrives at the castle and brings dire news about her mother, forcing Mary and Francis to make a tough choice about priorities. Meanwhile, Henry devises a destructive plan; and Bash and Kenna grow closer as they strengthen their forced union.

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  15. 7.3/10(3 votes)

    #15 - In Da Club

    S5:E7

    The Honorary Title performs at Tric and Mia plays her song there as well. Carrie tries to get closer to Nathan. Brooke sets Mouth up on a blind date with her assistant and Lindsey confronts Lucas about Peyton.

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  16. 7.3/10(3 votes)

    #16 - Good News for People Who Love Bad News

    S4:E3

    Peyton spends more time getting to know her newfound brother, Derek. Meanwhile, Lucas gives up on his love for Brooke and Rachel tries to start a romance with Nathan.

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    Director:John Asher
  17. 7.3/10(3 votes)

    #17 - Luck Be a Lady

    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.

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    Director:Les Butler
  18. 7.0/10(3 votes)

    #18 - Family Affair

    S7:E14

    Nathan tries to keep Haley calm after Taylor shows up at their house with Quinn’s ex-husband in tow. Julian sticks up for Alex on the set of their movie, and Brooke leans on Alexander to ease her heartache. Meanwhile, Clay gets a chance to prove his commitment to Quinn by helping her through a dinner with her sister and David.

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  19. 6.8/10(4 votes)

    #19 - Prom Night at Hater High

    S4:E15

    It's Prom day, and emotions are flying high at Tree Hill. An emotional Haley confronts Nathan about the sex tape and asks for a list of all his past sexual encounters. Meanwhile, an angry Peyton asks Lucas to skip the dance altogether, but he refuses to take no for an answer. Finally, Brooke and Peyton let out all their tension in a confrontation that can tear them apart forever.

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  20. 6.7/10(3 votes)

    #20 - 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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  21. 6.0/10(1 votes)

    #21 - Speak Ya Clout

    S2:E2

    Spencer is taken aback to learn who his dad has added to the team. Jordan faces repercussions for not taking his upcoming football game seriously. Layla gets mad at Spencer after Olivia let it slip about his football plans.

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  22. 6.0/10(3 votes)

    #22 - Roll the Dice

    S3:E7

    With Coop performing in Las Vegas, Spencer and some of the gang take a road trip to see her and Layla on tour. Spencer gets a little clarity on his feelings. Olivia notices that Jordan and Simone are acting suspicious.

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  23. 5.5/10(2 votes)

    #23 - Protect Ya Neck

    S2:E10

    With Tyrone back on the streets, Spencer is being a little overly protective of Coop and Laura and finds himself in uncharted territory. Olivia is nervous about her upcoming SoLA Muse Cotillion and tries to lean on Asher, but he seems more focused on football than ever. Coop and Patience are trying to get back into a rhythm, but things get worse when Coop’s jealous streak comes out. Meanwhile, Jordan alerts Billy about what he sees on social media that makes Billy worry a little.

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David Strauss Ratings Summary

"Danny Boy" is the best rated episode written by David Strauss. It scored 8.7/10 based on 3 votes. It was directed by Joe Davola. It aired on 3/21/2012 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "After Hours".