201 - The Desperate Kingdom of Love - 09.21.04
After Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Keith (Craig Sheffer)
learn that Dan (Paul Johansson) had a heart attack and is still
in the hospital, they decide it is best for them to return to
Tree Hill. When Deb (Barbara Alyn Woods) learns about Haley
(Bethany Joy Lenz) and Nathan's (James Lafferty) marriage, she grows
hostile. Meanwhile, angry that Lucas left Tree Hill without saying
goodbye, Peyton (Hilarie Burton) and Brooke (Sophia Bush) try to
mend their friendship.
Barry Corbin and Moira Kelly also star.
Greg Prange directed the episode written by Mark Schwahn.
202 - Truth Doesn't Make a Noise - 09.28.04
With the assistance of Peyton (Hilarie Burton) and Brooke
(Sophia Bush), Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) throws Nathan
(James Lafferty) and Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) a wedding reception.
Although Haley's parents (Huey Lewis, Duets and Bess Armstrong,
My So-Called Life) support Nathan and Haley's marriage, Deb
(Barbara Alyn Woods) has a difficult time accepting it. Meanwhile,
Dan's (Paul Johansson) recent heart attack causes him to try and
mend his relationships with Deb and Lucas.
Moira Kelly, Barry Corbin and Craig Sheffer also star.
Bill Dickson directed the episode written by Mark B. Perry.
203 - Near Wild Heaven - 10.05.04
Although Nathan (James Lafferty) and Haley are already married, Tim
(Brett Claywell) insists on throwing Nathan a post-wedding bachelor
party, while Brooke (Sophia Bush) throws Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) a
bachelorette party. Meanwhile, Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) tries to
decide whether he should visit Dan (Paul Johansson) in the hospital.
Karen (Moira Kelly) decides to go back to school. Nathan gets a job
working for Keith (Craig Sheffer) at Dan's dealership.
Hilarie Burton, Barry Corbin and Barbara Alyn Woods also star.
Greg Prange directed the episode written by J. Stoteraux and C. Fiveash.
204 - You Can't Always Get What You Want - 10.12.04
Brooke's (Sophia Bush) smug new neighbor (guest star Michael Copon)
quickly makes his presence felt among the Tree Hill gang, and even
comes to Brooke's rescue when she is arrested for shoplifting. Nathan
(James Lafferty) and Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) have their first
post-wedding argument when he buys her a gift rather than a much-needed
car. Lucas' (Chad Michael Murray) attempt to help Dan (Paul Johansson)
with rehab ends in disaster when Dan reverts to his old ways.
Peyton (Hilarie Burton) tries to organize an all-ages club and is
tempted to try cocaine to seal the deal.
Moira Kelly, Barry Corbin, Craig Sheffer and Barbara Alyn Woods
also star. Joanna Kerns directed the episode written by Jennifer Cecil.
205 - I Will Dare -10.19.04
Felix (Michael Copon) organizes a "dare night" to test the limits
of his new classmates. While out playing the game, Lucas
(Chad Michael Murray) meets a mysterious new girl, Anna (Daniella Alonso).
Peyton tearfully (Hilarie Burton) confesses to the church that she
recently tried cocaine and Keith (Craig Sheffer) is caught off
guard when a beautiful woman (guest star Maria Menounos) comes to the
shop and begins flirting with him. Meanwhile, Karen (Moira Kelly)
goes on a date with Andy (guest star Kieren Huchison),
her younger professor.
James Lafferty, Bethany Joy Lenz, Sophia Bush, Paul Johansson,
Barbara Alyn Woods and Barry Corbin also star. Tom Wright
directed the episode written by Mark Schwahn.
206 - We Might As Well Be Strangers - 10.26.04
After Dare Night resulted in new arrangements; a midnight meteor
shower finds Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) sharing a romantic night
with Anna (Daniella Alonso). Andy (guest star Kieren Huchison)
surprises Karen (Moira Kelly) with a dinner and Keith (Craig Sheffer)
cooks for Jules (guest star Maria Menounos) on their first date.
Brooke (Sophia Bush) finds herself forming a mutually beneficial
relationship with Felix (Michael Copon) and Peyton (Hilarie Burton)
sets out to find an opening act for her club.
James Lafferty, Bethany Joy Lenz, Paul Johansson, Barbara Alyn
Woods and Barry Corbin also star. Sandy Bookstaver
directed the episode written by Terrence Coli.
207 - Let The Reigns Go Loose - 11.02.04
The opening of Karen's (Moira Kelly) club "TRIC" brings together
the people of Tree Hill. Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Felix
(Michael Copon) come to blows over Anna (Daniella Alonso). After
Chris (guest star Tyler Hilton) quits his gig the night of the
club opening, Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) must face her fear of
performing to save the night for Peyton (Hilarie Burton).
Although Mouth (guest star Lee Norris) tends to Brooke (Sophia Bush)
while she is drunk, Felix sneaks in and attempts to take the credit.
Keith (Craig Sheffer) and Jules (guest star Maria Menounos) realize
their relationship has reached a new level, while Dan (Paul Johansson)
deliberately tells Karen that Deb (Barbara Alyn Woods) slept with Keith.
James Lafferty and Barry Corbin also star.
David Paymer directed the episode written by R. Lee Fleming, Jr.
208 - Truth, Bitter Truth - 11.09.04
Brooke (Sophia Bush), Peyton (Hilarie Burton), Haley
(Bethany Joy Lenz) and Anna (Daniella Alonso) have a slumber
party at Haley's apartment where secrets and lies are revealed.
Meanwhile, when Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Nathan
(James Lafferty) go on a road trip to a Bobcats game, Nathan
reveals he is being tested for the genetic defect that caused
Dan's (Paul Johansson) heart attack and suggests Lucas do the
same. After an awkward encounter with Keith (Craig Sheffer)
and Jules (guest star Maria Menounos), Karen (Moira Kelly)
and Andy (guest star Kieren Huchison) share an
intimate night together.
Barbara Alyn Woods and Barry Corbin also star. Billy Dickson
directed the episode written by Stacy Rukeyser.
209 - The Trick Is To Keep Breathing - 11.16.04
Although Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) takes Anna (Daniella Alonso)
as his date to the Tree Hill High Formal, he finds himself with
Brooke (Sophia Bush) at the end of the night. Meanwhile, Haley's
(Bethany Joy Lenz) musical obligations to Chris (guest star Tyler Hilton)
cause her to arrive late to the formal, which angers Nathan
(James Lafferty). Peyton (Hilarie Burton) finds herself struggling
with the growing temptation to turn to drugs.
Craig Sheffer, Paul Johansson, Moira Kelly, Barbara Alyn Woods
and Barry Corbin also star. John Asher directed the episode
written by James Stoteraux and Chad Fiveash.
210 - Don't Take Me for Granted - 11.30.04
Concerned about his brother's health, Nathan (James Lafferty)
tells Karen (Moira Kelly) Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) did not take
the heart test. Meanwhile, Keith (Craig Sheffer) accepts Dan's
(Paul Johansson) offer to continue working at the dealership as
vice president. Peyton (Hilarie Burton) must confront rumors at
school that she is a lesbian, which affects her friendship with Anna
(Daniella Alonso), while the gap between Nathan and Haley
(Bethany Joy Lenz) continues to grow.
Sophia Bush, Barbara Alyn Woods, Michael Copon, and Barry Corbin
also star. Lev L. Shapiro directed the episode
written by Mark Schwahn.
211 - The Heart Brings You Back - 01.25.05
Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) is surprised when her older sister Taylor
(guest star Lindsey McKeon) comes to town, but not as shocked as
Nathan (James Lafferty), who recognizes Taylor from a past tryst.
Meanwhile, Brooke (Sophia Bush) and Felix (Michael Copon) decide
to become boyfriend and girlfriend, while Jake
(guest star Bryan Greenberg) surprises Peyton
Hilarie Burton) when he shows up in Tree Hill. Anna (Daniella Alonso)
confides a deep secret to Lucas (Chad Michael Murray).
Moira Kelly, Barry Corbin, Craig Sheffer, and Barbara
Alyn Woods also star. Matt Shakman directed the episode
written by Mark B. Perry.
212 - Between Order and Randomness - 02.01.05
Nathan (James Lafferty) comes clean with Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz)
about his past relationship with Taylor (guest star Lindsey McKeon),
but Haley continues to keep her emails with Chris
(guest star Tyler Hilton) a secret. Lucas (Chad Michael Murray)
and Karen (Moira Kelly) remain at odds over his refusal to take
the HCM test. Meanwhile, Keith (Craig Sheffer) surprises Jules
(guest star Maria Menounos) with a proposal, and Brooke
(Sophia Bush) fights for better working
conditions at her new job.
Hilarie Burton, Paul Johansson, Barbara Alyn Woods and Barry
Corbin also star. Bethany Rooney directed the
episode written by Terrence Coli.
213 - The Hero Dies In This One - 02.08.05
When Michelle Branch & Jessica Harp from the band "The Wreckers"
perform at TRIC, Haley (Bethnay Joy Lenz) realizes her passion is
to pursue her music career. Meanwhile, Lucas (Chad Michael Murray)
decides to move in with Dan (Paul Johansson), straining his
relationships with both Karen (Moira Kelly) and Nathan (James Lafferty).
Brooke (Sophia Bush) runs for student council president, but quickly
realizes she is taking on more than she bargained for. Peyton (Hilarie Burton)
and Jake's (Bryan Greenberg) friendship grows stronger.
Barbara Alyn Woods, Barry Corbin and Craig Sheffer also star.
Kevin Dowling directed the episode written by Jennifer Cecil.
214 - Quiet Things That No One Ever Knows - 02.15.05
Nathan (James Lafferty) descends into an emotional crisis as his
marriage with Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) unravels. Karen (Moira Kelly)
continues to question Lucas' (Chad Michael Murray) reasoning for
moving in with Dan (Paul Johansson) and Deb (Barbara Alyn Woods).
Brooke (Sophia Bush) becomes Student Council President with a
little help from Mouth (Lee Norris). Meanwhile, after much sexual
tension, Jake (Bryan Greenberg) and Peyton (Hilarie Burton)
share their first kiss.
Barry Corbin and Craig Sheffer also star. Babu Subramaniam directed
the episode written by R. Lee Fleming, Jr.
215 - Unopened Letter To The World - 02.22.05
When Tree Hill High does a time capsule project, the gang confesses
their most intimate secrets to an anonymous video camera. Nathan's
(James Lafferty) anger over Haley's absence (Bethany Joy Lenz) continues
to grow, landing both Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Nathan in
jail. Peyton (Hilarie Burton) and Jake's (Bryan Greenberg) feelings
for each other heat up, while Felix (Michael Copon) throws Brooke
(Sophia Bush) a party to celebrate her new gig as student body
president. Meanwhile, when brought to court, Lucas opts to live with
Dan (Paul Johansson) and Deb (Barbara Alyn Woods)
rather than Karen (Moira Kelly).
Craig Sheffer and Barry Corbin also star.
Greg Prange directed the episode written by Mark Schwahn.
216 - Somewhere A Clock is Ticking - 03.01.05
It's Keith (Craig Sheffer) and Jules' (guest star Maria Menounos)
wedding day, and the event has turned the town upside down. Brooke
(Sophia Bush) asks Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) to take her to the
wedding as his date, Nathan (James Lafferty) makes an important
decision involving his marriage to Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz), and
Jake (Bryan Greenberg) and Peyton (Hilarie Burton) take a big step
in their relationship. Meanwhile, Karen (Moira Kelly) and Andy
(guest star Kieran Hutchinson) discover Jules'
secret relationship with Dan (Paul Johansson).
217 - Something I Can Never Have - 04.19.05
Keith (Craig Sheffer) has a violent confrontation with Dan
(Paul Johansson) after learning Dan paid Jules (guest star Maria Menounos)
to sleep with Keith. Anna (guest star Daniella Alonso) turns Felix
(guest star Michael Copon) in to the school authorities after discovering
he was the one who defaced Peyton's (Hilarie Burton) locker.
Meanwhile, Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Brooke (Sophia Bush)
discuss the possibility of her leaving Tree Hill for good, while
Nathan (James Lafferty) decides to go get Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz)
and bring her home.
Barbara Alyn Woods, Barry Corbin and Moira Kelly also star.
Paul Johansson directed the episode written by Mike
Herro and David Strauss.
218 - Lonesome Road - 04.26.05
On his way home from seeing Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz), Nathan
(James Lafferty) stops to visit Taylor (guest star Lindsay McKeon)
hoping for some fun and maybe more - viewers will vote on the outcome.
Meanwhile, Anna (guest star Daniella Alonso) gets a surprise visit
from her old girlfriend and is inspired to tell her parents about
her sexuality. Also, Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) works with Andy
(guest star Kieran Hutchinson) to bring Dan (Paul Johansson) down,
Karen (Moira Kelly) puts her foot down with Brooke (Sophia Bush)
and Peyton (Hilarie Burton) and Jake (Bryan Greenberg) continue
to hide baby Jenny from Nikki (guest star Emmanuelle Vaugier).
Barbara Alyn Woods, Craig Sheffer and Barry Corbin also star.
Tom Wright directed the episode written by John Norris.
219 - I'm Wide Awake, It's Morning - 05.03.05
Nathan's (James Lafferty) Uncle Cooper (guest star Michael Trucco)
comes into town to take Nathan and Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) on a
racing trip. On the track, Nathan and Lucas are challenged to a race
by the beautiful Daytona (Schuler Fisk) and her smart aleck brother
Garrett (guest star Stuart Lafferty), but things go horribly
wrong when Nathan loses control of his car and crashes into
a wall. Meanwhile, Deb's (Barbara Alyn Woods) addiction to pain
pills intensifies and Dan (Paul Johansson) exposes Andy's
(guest star Kieran Hutchinson) relationship with
Karen (Moira Kelly) to his class.
Hilarie Burton, Bethany Joy Lenz, Sophia Bush, Craig Sheffer
and Barry Corbin also star.
Tom Wright directed the episode written by Mark Schwahn.
220 - Lifetime Piling Up - 05.10.05
Following a racecar accident, Nathan (James Lafferty) dreams of
what life would have been like if Dan (Paul Johansson) had stayed
with Karen (Moira Kelly) and Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) instead of
marrying Deb (Barbara Alyn Woods). In this imaginary world, Lucas
would have had the wealth and stature and Nathan would have been
the one to grow up on the wrong side of the tracks.
Hilarie Burton, Bethany Joy Lenz, Sophia Bush, Craig Sheffer
and Barry Corbin also star. Les Butler
directed the episode written by Mark B. Perry
221 - What Could Have Been - 05.17.05
Nathan (James Lafferty) is released from the hospital and returns
home to a pile of unpaid bills and an eviction notice. Lucas
(Chad Michael Murray), Peyton (Hilarie Burton) and Brooke (Sophia Bush)
throw a fundraiser at the River Court to raise money, but Dan
(Paul Johansson) is the one that comes to Nathan's rescue. However,
his gift comes with strings - he wants Nathan to ask Haley
(Bethany Joy Lenz) for an annulment.
Barbara Alyn Woods, Craig Sheffer, Barry Corbin, Moira Kelly also
star. Bethany Rooney directed the episode written by Jennifer Cecil.
222 - The Tide that Left and Never Came Back - 05.24.05
During this seamless 2-hour Season Finale of "One Tree Hill,"
things heat up between Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Brooke
(Sophia Bush) after they head to New York for an overnight stay
with Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz). Nathan (James Lafferty) and Deb
(Barbara Alyn Woods) conspire to desert Dan (Paul Johansson) for
good, leading to an explosive conclusion when he discovers their
plan. Peyton (Hilarie Burton) is elated by getting JIMMY EAT
WORLD to perform at TRIC in time for Jake's (Bryan Greenberg)
release from jail. Meanwhile, Andy (guest star Kieran Hutchinson)
invites Karen (Moira Kelly) to spend the summer in New Zealand.
Craig Sheffer and Barry Corbin also star. The first
episode was directed by Thomas J. Wright and written by
Mark Schwahn. The second episode was directed by Greg
Prange and written by Mark Schwahn.
Jimmy Eat World musical guest stars in this episode.
223 - The Leavers Dance - 05.24.05
During this seamless 2-hour Season Finale of "One Tree Hill,"
things heat up between Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Brooke
(Sophia Bush) after they head to New York for an overnight stay
with Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz). Nathan (James Lafferty) and Deb
(Barbara Alyn Woods) conspire to desert Dan (Paul Johansson) for
good, leading to an explosive conclusion when he discovers their
plan. Peyton (Hilarie Burton) is elated by getting JIMMY EAT WORLD
to perform at TRIC in time for Jake's (Bryan Greenberg) release
from jail. Meanwhile, Andy (guest star Kieran Hutchinson) invites
Karen (Moira Kelly) to spend the summer in New Zealand.
Craig Sheffer and Barry Corbin also star. The first episode was
directed by Thomas J. Wright and written by Mark Schwahn.
The second episode was directed by Greg Prange and
written by Mark Schwahn.
Season 02 Episode Guide
