One Tree Hill Season 1 Episodes

Here you will find the episode guide of all One Tree Hill Season 1 episodes

Episode 0: The Pilot - 09/23/03

Aside from a love for hoops, it would seem that Lucas (Chad Michael Murray, “Dawson’s Creek,” “A Cinderella Story”) and Nathan (James Lafferty, “A Season on the Brink”) are two young men with little in common, but they are bound by the dark secret that they share the same father (Paul Johannson, “Beverly Hills 90210”). 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 (Moira Kelly, “The West Wing”). 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 (Hilarie Burton).

Bethany Joy Lenz, Sophia Bush, Barry Corbin and Craig Sheffer also star. Bryan Gordan directed the episode written by Mark Schwahn.

Episode 1: The Places You Have Come to Fear the Most - 09/30/03

Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) blows his first Varsity game and decides to quit the team. The wedge between Nathan (James Lafferty) and Peyton (Hilarie Burton) continues to grow after Peyton tires of Nathan's jabs at Lucas. Meanwhile, Keith (Craig Sheffer) forces Karen (Moira Kelly) to deal with her feelings for Dan (Paul Johansson) after she refuses to step foot in the high school gym to support her son.

Bethany Joy Lenz, Sophia Bush and Craig Sheffer also star. Bryan Gordan directed the episode written by Mark Schwahn.

Episode 2: Are You True? - 10/07/03

Frustrated by Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) growing popularity at school, Nathan (James Lafferty) searches for Lucas weak spot, and finds it in Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz). Meanwhile, Peyton (Hilarie Burton) is furious with Lucas for submitting her drawings to the local newspaper without her knowledge.

Sophia Bush, Paul Johansson, Craig Sheffer and Moira Kelly also star. Michael Grossman directed the episode written by Jennifer Cecil.

Episode 3: Crash Into You - 10/14/03

Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) convinces Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) to go with the team to an after-party at Nathans (James Lafferty) beach house in the hopes that the guys will become closer. When Lucas sees the wealth that was denied him, he finally confronts his mother (Moira Kelly) about why she let Dan (Paul Johansson) ignore them. Meanwhile, when Nathans mom (guest star, Barbara Alyn Woods) returns home to find a very angry son, she turns to Karen for advice.

Hilarie Burton, Sophia Bush and Craig Sheffer also star. David Carson directed the episode written by Mark Perry.

Episode 4: Where I End and You Begin - 10/21/03

Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) asks Keith (Craig Sheffer) to play with him in the annual "Father and Son" basketball game, and realizes he got the better father figure after Dan (Paul Johansson) publicly humiliates Nathan (James Lafferty) on the court. Also, Peyton (Hilarie Burton) has a hard time dealing with the anniversary of her mother's death and finds a comforting ally in Whitey (Barry Corbin).

Episode 5: Every Night Is Another Story - 10/28/03

When Whitey (Barry Corbin) throws Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Nathan (James Lafferty) off the bus due to their misconduct on the basketball court, not only does it leave the two brothers stranded 30 miles from home, but they encounter a carload of punks who threaten them with a gun. Injured during the game, Brooke (Sophia Bush) needs Peyton (Hilarie Burton) to drive her home and in, an unlikely turn of events, Peyton asks Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) for help. Meanwhile, Karen (Moira Kelly) and Keith (Craig Sheffer) attend a business function and tempers flare when Dan (Paul Johansson) and Deb (guest star Barbara Alyn Woods) are seated at their table.

Episode 6: Life In A Glass House - 11/04/03

The night of Dan (Paul Johansson) and Deb's (guest star Barbara Alyn Woods) annual basketball appreciation party stirs up old wounds and new feelings as Karen (Moira Kelly) makes a new friend, Keith (Craig Sheffer) faces off with his younger brother once again and Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) finally makes his move on Peyton (Hilaire Burton). Also, Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) and Nathan (James Lafferty) grow closer until Brooke (Sophia Bush) spreads a vicious rumor that leaves Haley devastated.

Barry Corbin also stars. Robert Duncan McNeill directed the episode written by Mike Kelley.

Episode 7: The Search For Something More - 11/11/03

Looking for some fun, Brooke (Sophia Bush) and Peyton (Hilarie Burton) crash a college party, but things turn ugly when one of the guys (Mike Erwin, Everwood) in the dorm drugs Peyton. After Brooke calls Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) for help, the two bond over caring for a sleeping Peyton, prompting Lucas to look at Brooke in a new light. Meanwhile, Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) gives Nathan (James Lafferty) another chance and the two go on their first date.

Paul Johansson, Craig Sheffer and Moira Kelly also star. John Kretchmer directed the episode written by Jennifer Cecil.

Episode 8: With Arms Outstretched - 11/18/03

After fighting with his father (Paul Johansson) and Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz), Nathan (James Lafferty) 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 (Hilarie Burton) goes to Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) to rekindle their relationship, but when she arrives at his house, she catches him with Brooke (Sophia Bush).

Craig Sheffer and Barry Corbin also star. Greg Prange directed the episode written by Mark Schwahn.

Episode 9: You Gotta Go There to Come Back - 01/20/04

After Whitey (Barry Corbin) cancels basketball practice, Brooke (Sophia Bush) convinces Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) to let loose and takes him out for a wild night out on the town. Meanwhile, Deb (Barbara Allyn Woods) instructs Dan (Paul Johansson) to take Nathan (James Lafferty) away for a father-son weekend to try and rebuild their relationship, but things don't go exactly as she had hoped.

Hilarie Burton, Bethany Joy Lenz and Craig Sheffer also star. Keith Samples directed the episode written by Mike Kelley.

Episode 10: The Living Years - 01/27/04

Unable to handle the pressure from Dan (Paul Johansson), Nathan (James Lafferty) decides to quit the basketball team and looks to Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) to help him fill his free time. Meanwhile, Brooke (Sophia Bush) becomes increasingly jealous of Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Peyton's (Hilarie Burton) growing friendship.

Craig Sheffer and Barry Corbin also star. Tom Wright directed the episode written by Mark B. Perry.

Episode 11: Crash Course in Polite Conversation - 02/03/04

After Peyton (Hilarie Burton) receives the devastating news that her father is lost at sea, she and Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) take an overnight trip to Hilton Head to identify a body that has washed ashore. Overcome with emotion, Peyton kisses Lucas. Meanwhile, an unexpected visit from Dan's (Paul Johansson) parents (Gerald McRainey, Tess Harper) leaves the Scott family in turmoil as numerous family secrets are revealed at Dan's birthday dinner.

James Lafferty, Bethany Joy Lenz, Sophia Bush, Craig Sheffer and Barry Corbin also star. Sandy Smolan directed the episode written by Jessica Queller.

Episode 12: Hanging By a Moment - 02/10/04

On their way to pick up Karen (Moira Kelly) from the airport, Keith (Craig Sheffer) and Lucas' (Chad Michael Murray) car collides with an oncoming vehicle and an unconscious Lucas is left fighting for his life. Having witnessed the accident, Dan (Paul Johansson) races Lucas to the hospital and must acknowledge that Lucas is his son in order to save his life. Meanwhile, Peyton (Hilarie Burton) decides to tell Brooke (Sophia Bush) about the kiss she and Lucas shared.

James Lafferty, Bethany Joy Lenz, and Barry Corbin also star. John Behring directed the episode written by Mark Schwahn.

Episode 13: I Shall Believe - 02/17/04

While holding a vigil at Lucas' (Chad Michael Murray) bedside as he lies in a coma, Karen (Moira Kelly) meets her son's new girlfriend (Sophia Bush) and learns from Deb (Barbara Alyn Woods) that she is divorcing Dan (Paul Johansson). Most shocking of all, Karen is horrified to discover that Keith (Craig Sheffer) was drinking while driving at the time of the accident. Meanwhile, Nathan (James Lafferty) tries to win Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) back after she dumps him.

Hilarie Burton and Barry Corbin also star. Greg Prange directed the episode written by Jennifer Cecil.

Episode 14: Suddenly Everything Has Changed - 02/24/04

After his near-death experience, Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) decides he made the wrong choice between Brooke (Sophia Bush) and Peyton (Hilarie Burton), so he breaks things off with Brooke and secretly rekindles his romance with Peyton. However, the truth becomes obvious after he is rushed to the emergency room again and the girls come face to face in the hospital. Meanwhile, unable to pay his mortgage after paying Lucas' hospital bill, Keith (Craig Sheffer) puts his garage up for sale.

James Lafferty, Bethany Joy Lenz, Paul Johansson, Barry Corbin and Moira Kelly also star. David Carson directed the episode written by Mark B. Perry.

Episode 15: The First Cut is the Deepest - 03/02/04

Nathan (James Lafferty) must decide which parent to live with after the divorce, but Dan (Paul Johansson) decides to force his hand by threatening to reveal Deb's (Barbara Alyn Woods) darkest secrets in court unless Nathan chooses him. Meanwhile, Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) meets a beautiful stranger who starts his head spinning. Grammy Award-winner Sheryl Crow appears as herself and performs in Karen's Café.

Hilarie Burton, Bethany Joy Lenz, Sophia Bush, Craig Sheffer, Barry Corbin and Moira Kelly also star. Robert Duncan McNeill directed the episode written by Mike Kelley.

Episode 16: Spirit in the Night - 04/06/04

The gang hits the road to Charlotte where Brooke (Sophia Bush) is determined to win first place at the annual cheerleading competition, but when one of her squad falls ill, Peyton (Hilarie Burton) begs Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) to step into the cheerleader's shoes for a day. Meanwhile, after Whitey (Barry Corbin) assigns Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Nathan (James Lafferty) to the same room, tempers flare and Haley is caught in the middle.

Paul Johansson, Barbara Alyn Woods, Craig Sheffer and Moira Kelly also star. Duane Clark directed the episode written by Terrence Coli.

Episode 17: To Wish Impossible Things - 04/13/04

Lucas (Chad Michael Murray), Nathan (James Lafferty) and Jake (guest star Bryan Greenberg) 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 (Sophia Bush) ends up with Mouth (guest star Lee Norris) and gives him the night of his life.

Hilarie Burton, Bethany Joy Lenz, Paul Johansson, Barbara Alyn Woods, Craig Sheffer, Barry Corbin and Moira Kelly also star. Billy Dickson directed the episode written by Mark Schwahn.

Episode 18: How Can You Be Sure? - 04/20/04

Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) must make a difficult decision regarding Brooke (Sophia Bush). Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) considers having sex with Nathan (James Lafferty).

Hilarie Burton, Paul Johansson, Barbara Alyn Woods, Craig Sheffer, Barry Corbin and Moira Kelly also star. Thomas J. Wright directed the episode written by Karyn Usher.

Episode 19: What Is And What Should Never Be - 04/27/04

While Nathan (James Lafferty) looks for an after-school job to pay his rent, Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) decides to throw a party at his apartment but panics when things get out of control. After a jilted Brooke (Sophia Bush) realizes she was not invited to the festivities, she decides to crash the party with her new friend Nicki (guest star Emmanuelle Vaugier).

Chad Michael Murray, Hilarie Burton, Paul Johansson, Barbara Alyn Woods, Craig Sheffer, Barry Corbin and Moira Kelly also star. Perry Lang directed the episode written by Edward Kitsis & Adam Horowitz.

Episode 20: The Leaving Song - 05/04/04

Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) is shocked to learn that Dan (Paul Johansson) once asked Karen (Moira Kelly) for joint custody of Lucas when he was a baby. Meanwhile, Peyton (Hilarie Burton) panics after Nicki (guest star Emmanuelle Vaugier) kidnaps Jake's (guest star Bryan Greenberg) baby while she is babysitting.

James Lafferty, Bethany Joy Lenz, Sophia Bush, Barbara Alyn Woods, Craig Sheffer and Barry Corbin also star. David Carson directed the episode written by Jennifer Cecil & Mark B. Perry.

Episode 21: The Games That Play Us - 05/11/04

Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Nathan (James Lafferty) bear the brunt of Dan's (Paul Johansson) abuse as he coaches them into the playoffs, pushing both of them to their breaking points. Haley (Bethany Joy Lenz) is stunned after Dan threatens her, causing her to reconsider her relationship with Nathan. Meanwhile, Whitey (Barry Corbin) learns that his medical condition may be more serious than he first expected, and Dan learns a shocking secret from Deb (Barbara Alyn Woods).

Hilarie Burton, Sophia Bush, Moira Kelly and Craig Sheffer also star. Greg Prange directed the episode written by Mark Schwahn.
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