One Tree Hill: Season 2

2004 · 22 episodes · ★ 7.7

What Season 2 of One Tree Hill

One year after season one, Lucas and Nathan are still at odds, on and off the court. Lucas moves in with Dan, and family tensions rise when the father suffers a heart attack and changes his attitude. Nathan and Haley try to hold together a newly married life, though it begins to fray. Peyton and Brooke rebuild their friendship while both go through a confusing romantic phase with Lucas. In the background, Dan Scott pulls the strings of those around him, and newcomers to Tree Hill add fresh drama to the group.

22episodes

Sep 21, 2004premiered

May 24, 2005latest episode

16.4 hrtotal runtime

Season 2 Episodes

2x01 The Desperate Kingdom of Love
Sep 21, 2004 · 43 min · ★ 8.3
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.
Directing: Gregory Prange · Writing: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Huey Lewis, Bess Armstrong, Matthew Laurance, Avis-Marie Barnes
2x02 The Truth Doesn't Make a Noise
Sep 28, 2004 · 43 min · ★ 8.4
With the assistance of Peyton and Brooke, Lucas throws Nathan and Haley a wedding reception. Although Haley's parents support the marriage, Deb has a difficult time accepting it. Meanwhile, Dan's recent heart attack causes him to try and mend his relationships with Deb and Lucas.
Directing: Billy Dickson · Writing: Mark B. Perry · Starring: Lee Norris, Antwon Tanner, Huey Lewis, Bess Armstrong
2x03 Near Wild Heaven
Oct 5, 2004 · 41 min · ★ 8.0
Although Nathan and Haley are already married, Tim insists on throwing Nathan a post-wedding bachelor party, while Brooke throws Haley a bachelorette party. Meanwhile, Lucas tries to decide whether he should visit Dan in the hospital. Karen decides to go back to school. Nathan gets a job working for Keith at Dan's dealership.
Directed by: Gregory Prange · Written by: James Patrick Stoteraux, Chad Fiveash · Starring: Lee Norris, Antwon Tanner, Summer Altice, Blake Bashoff
2x04 You Can't Always Get What You Want
Oct 12, 2004 · 43 min · ★ 5.9
Brooke's new neighbor quickly makes his presence felt among the Tree Hill gang and even comes to Brooke's rescue when she is caught shoplifting. Nathan and Haley have their first post-wedding argument when he buys her a gift rather than a much-needed car. Lucas' attempt to help Dan with rehab ends in disaster when Dan reverts to his old ways. Peyton tries to organize an all-ages club and is tempted to try cocaine to seal the deal.
Directing: Joanna Kerns · Writing: Jennifer Cecil · Starring: Lee Norris, Michael Copon, Kieren Hutchison, Ashley Novasad
2x05 I Will Dare
Oct 19, 2004 · 43 min · ★ 6.0
Felix organizes a "dare night" to test the limits of his new classmates. While out playing the game, Lucas meets a mysterious new girl, Anna, and the two of them seem to hit it off. Peyton tearfully confesses to the church that she recently tried cocaine and Keith is caught off guard when a beautiful woman comes to the shop and begins flirting with him. Meanwhile, Karen goes on a date with Andy, her younger professor.
Directing: Thomas J. Wright · Writing: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Lee Norris, Antwon Tanner, Michael Copon, Kieren Hutchison
2x06 We Might as Well Be Strangers
Oct 26, 2004 · 43 min · ★ 7.8
After Dare Night resulted in new arrangements, a midnight meteor shower finds Lucas sharing a romantic night with Anna. Andy surprises Karen with a dinner and Keith cooks for Jules on their first date. Brooke finds herself forming a mutually beneficial relationship with Felix, and Peyton sets out to find an opening act for her club.
Directing: Sanford Bookstaver · Writing: Terrence Coli · Starring: Lee Norris, Tyler Hilton, Michael Copon, Kieren Hutchison
2x07 Let the Reigns Go Loose
Nov 2, 2004 · 43 min · ★ 7.0
The opening of Karen's club "Tric" brings together the people of Tree Hill. Lucas and Felix come to blows over Anna. After Chris quits his gig the night of the club opening, Haley must face her fear of performing to save the night for Peyton. Although Mouth tends to Brooke while she is drunk, Felix sneaks in and attempts to take the credit. Keith and Jules realize their relationship has reached a new level, while Dan deliberately tells Karen that Deb slept with Keith.
Directed by: David Paymer · Written by: R. Lee Fleming Jr. · Starring: Lee Norris, Tyler Hilton, Michael Copon, Kieren Hutchison
2x08 Truth, Bitter Truth
Nov 9, 2004 · 43 min · ★ 7.6
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.
Directing: Billy Dickson · Writing: Stacy Rukeyser · Starring: Tyler Hilton, Michael Copon, Emeka Okafor, Kieren Hutchison
2x09 The Trick Is to Keep Breathing
Nov 16, 2004 · 43 min · ★ 8.0
Lucas takes Anna to the formal night but by the end of the night ends up with Brooke. After spending time with Chris, Haley arrives late to the formal which angers Nathan. Meanwhile, Peyton struggles with pressure to do drugs.
Directing: John Asher · Writing: James Patrick Stoteraux, Chad Fiveash · Starring: Lee Norris, Tyler Hilton, Michael Copon, Daniella Alonso
2x10 Don't Take Me for Granted Mid-Season Finale
Nov 30, 2004 · 43 min · ★ 8.1
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...
Directed by: Lev L. Spiro · Written by: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Lee Norris, Tyler Hilton, Antwon Tanner, Bryan Greenberg
2x11 The Heart Brings You Back
Jan 25, 2005 · 43 min · ★ 7.8
Haley is surprised when her older sister Taylor comes to town, but not as shocked as Nathan, who recognizes Taylor from a past tryst. Brooke and Felix decide to become boyfriend and girlfriend. Jake makes a special visit to Peyton. Anna tells a secret to Lucas.
Directed by: Matt Shakman · Written by: Mark B. Perry · Starring: Tyler Hilton, Bryan Greenberg, Lindsey McKeon, Michael Copon
2x12 Between Order and Randomness
Feb 1, 2005 · 43 min · ★ 7.7
Nathan comes clean with Haley about his past relationship with Taylor, although Haley continues to email Chris without telling Nathan and Taylor finds out. Lucas and Karen remain at odds over his refusal to take the HCM test. Keith proposes to Jules. Meanwhile, Brooke fights for better working conditions at her new job. Lucas decides to take the HCM test.
Directed by: Bethany Rooney · Written by: Terrence Coli · Starring: Linsey Godfrey, Lindsey McKeon, Michael Copon, Peter Jurasik
2x13 The Hero Dies in This One
Feb 8, 2005 · 43 min · ★ 8.0
When Michelle Branch & Jessica Harp from the band "The Wreckers" perform at TRIC, Haley realizes her passion is to pursue her music career. Meanwhile, Lucas decides to move in with Dan, straining his relationships with both Karen and Nathan. Brooke runs for student council president, but quickly realizes she is taking on more than she bargained for. Peyton and Jake's friendship grows stronger. Brooke finds out that Mouth broke her car window. Lucas gets his HCM results and aren't what they turn out to be.
Directing: Kevin Dowling · Writing: Jennifer Cecil · Starring: Lee Norris, Tyler Hilton, Bryan Greenberg, Lindsey McKeon
2x14 Quiet Things That No One Ever Knows
Feb 15, 2005 · 42 min · ★ 8.0
As his marriage with Haley continues to go wrong, Nathan goes into a emotional crisis and becomes the "bad" Nathan of the past. Karen continues to struggle and try to figure out what would cause Lucas to move in with Dan. Peyton and Jake's relationship gets greater.
Directed by: Babu Subramaniam · Written by: R. Lee Fleming Jr. · Starring: Lee Norris, Bryan Greenberg, Kieren Hutchison, Maria Menounos
2x15 Unopened Letter to the World
Feb 22, 2005 · 43 min · ★ 7.6
When Tree Hill High does a time capsule project, the gang confesses their most intimate secrets to an anonymous video camera. Nathan's anger over Haley's absence continues to grow, landing both Lucas and Nathan in jail. Peyton and Jake's feelings for each other heat up, while Felix throws Brooke a party to celebrate her new gig as student body president. Meanwhile, when brought to court, Lucas opts to live with Dan and Deb rather than Karen.
Directing: Gregory Prange · Writing: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Lee Norris, Bryan Greenberg, Michael Copon, Kieren Hutchison
2x16 Somewhere a Clock is Ticking
Mar 1, 2005 · 42 min · ★ 8.2
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.
Directing: Billy Dickson · Writing: Stacy Rukeyser · Starring: Tyler Hilton, Bryan Greenberg, Nick Zano, Fred Norris
2x17 Something I Can Never Have
Apr 19, 2005 · 43 min · ★ 7.8
Keith gets violent with Dan after learning that Dan paid Jules to fall in love with Keith. Anna turns Felix in to the school authorities after learning that he was the one who vandalized Peyton's locker. Lucas and Brooke discuss Brooke's possible move. Meanwhile, Nathan chances Haley in the hope of bringing her home. Brooke decides to move in with Karen.
Directing: Paul Johansson · Writing: Mike Herro, David Strauss · Starring: Bryan Greenberg, Michael Copon, Kieren Hutchison, Emmanuelle Vaugier
2x18 The Lonesome Road
Apr 26, 2005 · 43 min · ★ 7.8
On his way home from seeing Haley, Nathan stops to visit Taylor hoping for some fun and maybe more. Meanwhile, Anna gets a surprise visit from her ex-girlfriend and is inspired to tell her parents about her sexuality. Also, Lucas works with Andy to bring Dan down, Karen puts her foot down with Brooke. Peyton and Jake continue to hide baby Jenny from Nicki.
Directing: Michael Lange · Writing: John A. Norris · Starring: Bryan Greenberg, Lindsey McKeon, Kieren Hutchison, Emmanuelle Vaugier
2x19 I'm Wide Awake, It's Morning
May 3, 2005 · 43 min · ★ 8.0
Nathan's Uncle Cooper comes into town to take Nathan and Lucas on a racing trip. On the track, Nathan and Lucas are challenged to a race by the beautiful Daytona and her smart aleck brother Jarret, but things go horribly wrong when Nathan loses control of his car and crashes into a wall. Meanwhile, Deb's addiction to pain pills intensifies and Dan exposes Andy's relationship with Karen to his class.
Directed by: Thomas J. Wright · Written by: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Lee Norris, Stuart Lafferty, Henry Darrow, Kieren Hutchison
2x20 Lifetime Piling Up
May 10, 2005 · 43 min · ★ 7.7
Lying in a coma after his race car accident, Nathan dreams of what life would have been like if Dan had stayed with Karen and Lucas instead of marrying Deb. In this imaginary world, Lucas would have had the wealth and stature and Nathan would have been the one growing up on the wrong side of the tracks. After waking up, Nathan phones Haley and tells her he doesn't want her to come home.
Directed by: Les Butler · Written by: Mark B. Perry · Starring: Lee Norris, Antwon Tanner, Austin Carty, Nancy Moreno
2x21 What Could Have Been
May 17, 2005 · 42 min · ★ 7.6
Nathan is released from the hospital and returns home to a pile of unpaid bills and an eviction notice. Lucas, Peyton and Brooke throw a fundraiser Tric to raise money, but Dan is the one that comes to Nathan's rescue. However, his gift comes with strings - he wants Nathan to ask Haley for an annulment.
Directing: Bethany Rooney · Writing: Jennifer Cecil · Starring: Lee Norris, Bryan Greenberg, Kieren Hutchison, Nicole Travolta
2x22 The Tide That Left and Never Came Back / The Leavers Dance Season Finale
May 24, 2005 · 85 min · ★ 8.0
Things heat up between Lucas and Brooke after they head to New York for an overnight stay with Haley. Nathan and Deb conspire to desert Dan for good, leading to an explosive conclusion when he discovers their plan. Peyton is elated by getting Jimmy Eat World to perform at TRIC in time for Jake's release from jail. Meanwhile, Andy invites Karen to spend the summer in New Zealand.
Directing: Thomas J. Wright, Gregory Prange · Writing: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Lee Norris, Tyler Hilton, Bryan Greenberg, Kieren Hutchison