The Best Episodes Written By Mark Schwahn
Every TV Episode Written by Mark Schwahn Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters
Mark Schwahn Ratings Summary
The best episode written by Mark Schwahn is "Pilot", rated 8.5/10 from 28 user votes. It was "directed by Bryan Gordon". "Pilot" aired on 9/23/2003 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "With Arms Outstretched".
8.5/10 28 votes#1 - Pilot
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 9/23/2003
"Pilot" is the first episode of One Tree Hill's first season. It first aired on The WB television network in the United States on September 23, 2003. It was written by Mark Schwahn and directed by Bryan Gordon. It saw John Keenan and Melissa Claire Egan guest star as Officer Wayman and Melody, respectively. It introduces the character of Lucas Scott — a high school student — and his friends and relatives in the fictional Tree Hill, North Carolina.
Director: Bryan Gordon
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.5/10 4 votes#2 - With Arms Outstretched
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 11/18/2003
After fighting with his father and Haley, Nathan succumbs to the pressure he is feeling and takes amphetamines to help his game. However, he isn't prepared for the destruction the drugs do to both his body and his family. Meanwhile, Peyton goes to Lucas to rekindle their relationship, but when she arrives at his house, she catches him with Brooke.
Director: Gregory Prange
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.4/10 5 votes#3 - The Games That Play Us
Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 5/11/2004
Lucas and Nathan bear the brunt of Dan's abuse as he coaches them into the playoffs, pushing both of them to their breaking points. Haley is stunned after Dan threatens her, causing her to reconsider her relationship with Nathan. Meanwhile, Whitey learns that his medical condition may be more serious than he first expected, and Dan learns a shocking secret from Deb.
Director: Gregory Prange
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.3/10 3 votes#4 - Touch Me I'm Going to Scream
Season 6 Episode 1 - Aired 9/1/2008
In the sixth season premiere, Tree Hill residents must make a decision that will change their lives forever. Lucas finally pursues his dream with the woman he loves, Brooke must face a reunion with her mother, Mouth makes a revelation, Nathan and Haley must face a ghost from their past and the news of Dan's accident is slowly beginning to spread.
Director: Stuart Gillard
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.2/10 4 votes#5 - To Wish Impossible Things
Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 4/13/2004
Lucas, Nathan and Jake are auctioned off to the highest bidder in the annual "Boy Toy" charity auction and the night leads to surprising developments with old flames. Meanwhile, having missed out on the auction, Brooke ends up with Mouth and gives him the night of his life.
Director: Billy Dickson
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.2/10 5 votes#6 - The Desperate Kingdom of Love
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 9/21/2004
After Lucas and Keith learn that Dan had a heart attack and is still in the hospital, they decide it is best for them to return to Tree Hill. When Deb learns about Haley and Nathan's marriage, she grows hostile. Meanwhile, angry that Lucas left Tree Hill without saying goodbye, Peyton and Brooke try to mend their friendship.
Director: Gregory Prange
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 4 votes#7 - Hanging by a Moment
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 2/10/2004
Aside from a love for hoops, it would seem that Lucas and Nathan are two young men with little in common, but they are bound by the dark secret that they share the same father. Nathan is the star of the high school basketball team and local town hero, while Lucas is the only child of a single working mom. Now the two boys' lives collide when a twist of fate puts Lucas on Nathan's team and the half-brothers compete, not only for control of the court, but also for the heart of Nathan's beautiful girlfriend Peyton.
Director: John Behring
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 5 votes#8 - Don't Take Me for Granted
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 11/30/2004
Nathan is concerned about Lucas' health, so he tells Karen that Lucas didn't take the heart test. Dan offers Keith to continue working at the dealership-as vice president. At school, Peyton must confront the rumors going around that she is a lesbian. This affects her friendship with Anna. As for Nathan and Haley, they begin to grow apart...
Director: Lev L. Spiro
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 4 votes#9 - The Leavers Dance (2)
Season 2 Episode 23 - Aired 5/24/2005
In the second part of the this seamless 2-hour Season Finale of "One Tree Hill," things heat up between Lucas and Brooke since he finally tells her what he feels about her. Nathan and Deb conspire to desert Dan for good, leading to an explosive conclusion when he discovers their plan. Peyton has a shock. Meanwhile, Karen decides to spend the summer holiday in New Zealand. And at the climax of Dan's numerous deceptions someone sets the dealership on fire with him in it.
Director: Gregory Prange
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#10 - Who Will Survive, and What Will Be Left of Them
Season 3 Episode 17 - Aired 3/29/2006
The aftermath of the school shooting and the death of Jimmy Edwards forces everyone in Tree Hill to examine their lives. Nathan reassesses his relationship with Haley, while Brooke and Rachel join forces to heal the student body. Dan must deal with the ramifications of shooting Keith, while Lucas and Peyton consider the implications of their kiss in the library.
Director: John Asher
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#11 - Everyday Is a Sunday Evening
Season 3 Episode 20 - Aired 4/19/2006
Nathan deals with a player who is a rival both on and off the court. Meanwhile, Brooke and Mouth look to get even with Rachel. Dan has a run-in with Cooper; and Peyton comes to a major decision.
Director: Billy Dickson
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#12 - I Love You But I've Chosen Darkness
Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 10/25/2006
Nathan gets two surprises in a row, and everyone is eager to share their advice with him. Deb also shares something she picked up. Brooke decides to celebrate while Peyton is being attacked by her stalker.
Director: Stuart Gillard
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#13 - Some You Give Away
Season 4 Episode 9 - Aired 11/29/2006
As the Ravens prepare for the championship, Lucas learns Nathan intends to throw the game and decides on a risky plan to even the odds. Karen insists Deb show up for her son's final game and tries to help her get there. Also Dan makes a last plea with Daunte.
Director: Gregory Prange
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#14 - Pictures of You
Season 4 Episode 13 - Aired 2/7/2007
A class assignment reveals the deepest secrets and desires of Lucas and the students at Tree Hill High. Worried about college prospects, Skills turns to Haley, while Nathan wrestles with Deb's suicide attempt. Chase learns that Brooke cheated on her calculus exam, while nudity and drugs run rampant in the halls of the school.
Director: Les Butler
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#15 - All of a Sudden I Miss Everyone
Season 4 Episode 21 - Aired 6/13/2007
Dan must face the harsh consequences of his decision to murder Keith as Karen and Haley's pregnancies complicate the lives of Nathan and the graduating seniors of Tree Hill High. Lucas wrestles with his post-high school options, and Peyton and Brooke prepare to spend the summer in Los Angeles together.
Director: Mark Schwahn
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#16 - For Tonight You're Only Here to Know
Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 2/26/2008
Haley, Brooke, Peyton, Lindsey and Mia get locked in the Tree Hill High library on the night of the Ravens' first game. Also Brooke tries to stand up for her mother, while Lucas and Nathan discuss whether to tell their loved ones about their indiscretions.
Director: Joe Davola
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#17 - Hundred
Season 5 Episode 12 - Aired 3/18/2008
On Lucas and Lindsey's wedding day, Peyton must choose between intervening and losing Lucas forever. Nathan uses the event to try to mend his marriage to Haley. All are shocked when Dan, who is out of prison on parole, shows up at the event.
Director: Les Butler
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#18 - One Million Billionth of a Millisecond on a Sunday Morning
Season 6 Episode 2 - Aired 9/8/2008
Tree Hill residents are surprised to learn that a couple will indeed get married. Brooke tries to adjust to life after the robbery at "Clothes Over Bros". Nathan and Haley receive devastating news and Nanny Carrie's return creates more blanks than answers, after she kidnaps Dan - whose life is in jeopardy.
Director: Gregory Prange
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#19 - Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly.
Season 6 Episode 3 - Aired 9/15/2008
When tragedy strikes in Tree Hill, Nathan and Haley experience difficulties breaking the news. Brooke still hurt over the robbery, questions her friendship with Peyton, and Lucas and Skills finally meet Quentin's mother.
Director: Liz Friedlander
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#20 - You Have to Be Joking (Autopsy of the Devil's Brain)
Season 6 Episode 12 - Aired 11/24/2008
Brooke is shocked to find out that Samantha is in her room with a boy named Jack. Along with that, Julian asks her to make some clothes for the movie. Peyton tries to get Mia to focus on her follow-up album. Lucas is excited when he travels to Hollywood to meet the director of the movie. Meanwhile, Nathan gets the chance for a pro-basketball try-out. Haley takes Jamie to his school's talent show and Millicent confronts Mouth about Gigi.
Director: Mark Schwahn
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#21 - Searching for a Former Clarity
Season 6 Episode 18 - Aired 3/23/2009
As Lucas and Julian face a setback in their film production, Peyton and Haley team up to help Mia with her new single. Meanwhile, Brooke faces a crisis when Sam is arrested; and Jamie learns the truth about Dan and Keith.
Director: Joe Davola
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#22 - Forever and Almost Always
Season 6 Episode 23 - Aired 5/11/2009
Lucas and Peyton's wedding day finally arrives, bringing some surprise guests along with it. Haley finds herself playing an unexpected role in the ceremony, as Skills and Brooke try to control Jamie and Nick. Meanwhile, Nathan continues to hope to be drafted into the NBA.
Director: Gregory Prange
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#23 - Remember Me as a Time of Day
Season 6 Episode 24 - Aired 5/18/2009
Tree Hill bids goodbye to the past while anticipating the future: Lucas and Peyton prepare for the birth of their child with the help of a surprise visitor, Dan nears his end, and Brooke works with Victoria to relaunch Clothes Over Bro's. Meanwhile, Nathan returns to Tree Hill to face Haley and Jamie after being released from the Chiefs.
Director: Mark Schwahn
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#24 - I and Love and You
Season 7 Episode 7 - Aired 10/26/2009
Dan brings Renee onto his television show, leaving Nathan and Haley powerless to stop him from revealing the truth of her pregnancy to the world. Quinn examines what went wrong with David, and Sara and Clay discuss their past. Meanwhile, Brooke comes clean with Julian about her true desires.
Director: James Lafferty
Writer: Mark Schwahn
8.0/10 2 votes#25 - 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