Nikki Reed | The O.C.

• Genre: Teen drama, Comedy drama
• Created by: Josh Schwartz
• Starring: Peter Gallagher, Kelly Rowan, Ben McKenzie, Mischa Barton, Adam Brody, Chris Carmack, Tate Donovan, Melinda Clarke, Rachel Bilson, Alan Dale, Willa Holland, Autumn Reeser
• Opening theme: "California" by Phantom Planet
• Composers: Christopher Tyng, Richard Marvin
• No. of seasons: 4
• No. of episodes: 92
• Executive producers: Dave Bartis, Bob DeLaurentis, Doug Liman, McG, Stephanie Savage, Josh Schwartz
• Producers: Loucas George, John Stephens, Mike Kelley, David Calloway
• Running time: 42 minutes
• Production companies: College Hill Pictures, Inc., Wonderland Sound and Vision, Hypnotic, Warner Bros. Television
• Network: Fox
• Release: August 5, 2003 – February 22, 2007

A troubled teen named Ryan is taken in by a public defense lawyer and his rich real estate developer wife in Newport Beach, California after he is kicked out and abandoned by his alchoholic and unstable mother. He meets their quick-witted son Seth and they soon become best friends.

"The Heavy Lifting"

Johnny's death brings a relative to Newport, who makes Ryan question his feelings for Marissa. Summer confronts Seth about the marijuana and his lies. Kaitlin returns to boarding school. Meanwhile, Kirsten and Julie throw a Valentine's Day party to promote NewMatch.

"The Road Warrior"

Ryan and Sadie go on a road trip to find Johnny's dad, while Marissa's being investigated. Meanwhile, Seth and Summer discover Julie and Neil's secret relationship.

"The Journey"

Ryan struggles whether to invite Marissa to his birthday or not, while Sandy decides if he should invite one of Ryan's family members. Neil and Julie decide to tell Marissa and Summer about their relationship. Volchok tries to become involved in Marissa's life.

"The Undertow"

An old nemesis returns to Newport, causing rifts in Ryan's new relationship with Sadie. Seth and Summer turn to Taylor when their relationship struggles Marissa finds herself all alone in Newport and spends the night with Volchok. Meanwhile, Sandy grapples with business pressure.

"The Secrets and Lies"

Julie and Neil tell their daughters about their engagement; however, Marissa distances herself from Summer when she gets closer to Volchok. Ryan tries to move on with his relationship with Sadie. Meanwhile, Kirsten and Seth have a night out. At the Newport Group, Sandy has to deal with Matt's mishaps.

"The Day After Tomorrow"

Ryan and Sadie plan their future after high school, but their decision concerns Sandy and Kirsten. Marissa and Summer begin to rebuild their friendship. Meanwhile, the drama surrounding Sandy's job intensifies and seeps into the Cohen household.