The best episode written by Stacy Rukeyser is "Somewhere a Clock is Ticking", rated 8/10 from 4 user votes. It was "directed by Billy Dickson". "Somewhere a Clock is Ticking" aired on 3/1/2005 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "The Wind That Blew My Heart Away".
Keith and Jules' wedding day, and the event has turned the town upside down. Brooke asks Lucas to take her to the wedding as his date, Nathan makes an important decision involving his marriage to Haley, and Jake and Peyton take a big step in their relationship. Meanwhile, Karen and Andy discover Jules' secret relationship with Dan.
Director: Billy Dickson
Writer: Stacy Rukeyser
A violent rainstorm knocks out the power in Tree Hill, leading Haley to Nathan's doorstep and Brooke out into the downpour for a dramatic confrontation with Lucas. Peyton finally confronts the truth about Ellie's illness, while Mouth is tempted by his new friend, Rachel. Before morning, secrets are revealed, relationships are tested, and new love gets hotter than ever.
Director: David Jackson
Writer: Stacy Rukeyser
Frustrated by the waning passion in her marriage, Billie starts journaling about — and obsessing over — her wild erotic exploits with ex-boyfriend Brad.
Director: Patricia Rozema
Writer: Stacy Rukeyser
Quinn and Rachel question their future; the final three contestants return to Adam's vineyard.
Director: Peter O'Fallon
Writer: Stacy Rukeyser
The girls of Tree Hill have a slumber party, at which time secrets are revealed and bonds are made. Meanwhile, Nathan and Lucas road trip to Charlotte for a basketball game, and unknowingly to Lucas, they embark upon free HCM tests, a genetic heart condition that Dan maintains. Karen and Andy have a row.
Director: Billy Dickson
Writer: Stacy Rukeyser
It's Halloween in Tree Hill and everybody is celebrating at Tric, with special guest band Fall Out Boy. The masquerade ball gives the opportunity to Haley to win back Nathan while Brooke is trying to seduce Lucas. Also, Peyton decides to face her new mother and get to know her; Dan uses blackmail to become mayor but things don't turn out as easy as he thought they would when Deb gets in his way.
Director: Janice Cooke
Writer: Stacy Rukeyser
Owen tries to deal with his wife's infidelity by sending Nick to learn more about it from Ikey. Sam struggles to accept the fact that his mother is getting married. Eddie has a secret that could ruin his upcoming business venture with Nick.
Director: Sandy Smolan
Writer: Stacy Rukeyser
Billie's emotional rollercoaster of a day turns into an arousing night out when Cooper attempts to reignite the spark in their relationship.
Director: Patricia Rozema
Writer: Stacy Rukeyser
Quinn and Chet begin producing two different versions of the show, forcing the crew to choose sides. Rachel fears her new promotion could be at stake, so she takes matters into her own hands and ends up yielding unexpected results.
Director: Peter O'Fallon
Writer: Stacy Rukeyser
Abby, the three-year-old daughter of ADA Angela Buckman and her NYU lecturer husband Matthew, vanishes while in the park with her nanny.
Director: Leslie Libman
Writer: Stacy Rukeyser
Faced with the repercussions of their double date with Devon and Trina, Billie and Cooper arrive at a make-or-break moment in their marriage.
Director: Sheree Folkson
Writer: Stacy Rukeyser
Hannah is troubled when her parents visit to help her prepare for her wedding. Nick learns he's broke. Owen goes out on a date with Jenny, the girl who saved his life.
Director: David Paymer
Writer: Stacy Rukeyser