One Tree Hill: Season 5

2008 · 18 episodes · ★ 7.4

What Season 5 of One Tree Hill

Four and a half years after high school, the friends of Tree Hill return home to Northern California. Some have achieved the dreams that drove them as teenagers, while others haven't been so lucky. Lucas publishes a book, Brooke launches her clothing line and Peyton tries to make her way in the music industry. Nathan and Haley are still together and raising their son, James. Lucas also becomes head coach of the Ravens, a job that forces him to confront his past. Haley looks for help at home, and her first day as a teacher doesn't go as she hoped. Meanwhile, Mouth clashes with his demanding boss, and Nathan tries to break free from Dan's legacy.

18episodes

Jan 8, 2008premiered

May 19, 2008latest episode

12.5 hrtotal runtime

Season 5 Episodes

5x01 4 Years, 6 Months, 2 Days
Jan 8, 2008 · 42 min
It's four years into the future and the Tree Hill gang has finished college. Now, their lives have taken completely different directions. Lucas has written and published a book, Brooke has made it big in the fashion industry with her brand "Clothes Over Bro's", Peyton is pursuing a career in the music business, and Nathan and Haley continue to raise a now older James.
Directing: Gregory Prange · Writing: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Lisa Goldstein Kirsch, Johann Urb, Daphne Zuniga, Michaela McManus
5x02 Racing Like a Pro
Jan 8, 2008 · 42 min
Haley tries to make Nathan understand what is going to happen if he doesn't change his ways. Lucas and Skills prepare James to compete in a race-car competition. Meanwhile, Brooke faces problems at her company and Peyton meets Lucas' new girlfriend. Mouth gets a job but it doesn't turn out well.
Directed by: Paul Johansson · Written by: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Torrey DeVitto, Michaela McManus, Shawn Shepard, Kelly Collins Lintz
5x03 My Way Home is Through You
Jan 15, 2008 · 42 min
Now that Peyton and Brooke are back in Tree Hill, Lindsey worries that the two might threaten her and Lucas' relationship. Meanwhile, Nathan visits Dan in prison (his first visit in four years) and gives him a picture of his grandson. Meanwhile, Haley tries to persuade Quentin to return to school, Brooke opens her store in the old Karen's Cafe and Peyton signs her first band.
Directing: David Jackson · Writing: John A. Norris · Starring: Torrey DeVitto, Daphne Zuniga, Michaela McManus, Kevin Federline
5x04 It's Alright Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)
Jan 22, 2008 · 42 min
Peyton wants Haley to work with Jason on his music but he refuses to. Mouth is involved in a relationship with his boss and age is a factor in it. As the opening of Clothes over Bros approaches, Brooke finds herself in a few problems. Nathan takes strides to help Quentin.
Directing: Janice Cooke · Writing: Adele Lim · Starring: Lisa Goldstein Kirsch, Torrey DeVitto, Daphne Zuniga, Michaela McManus
5x05 I Forgot to Remember to Forget
Jan 29, 2008 · 42 min
In this flashback episode, memories are looked back upon. Lucas surprises Peyton in Los Angeles and they talk. He asks her something and is left with a surprising answer. Meanwhile, Nathan's temper triggers up after a guy reminds him of his cheating in high school basketball games.
Directed by: Liz Friedlander · Written by: Terrence Coli · Starring: Barry Corbin, Joseph Gallison, Daphne Zuniga, Michaela McManus
5x06 Don't Dream It's Over
Feb 5, 2008 · 42 min
It's confrontation time in Tree Hill, as Lucas confronts Peyton about her nasty behavior towards Lindsey and Brooke must confront Victoria about meddling with Peyton's record label. Meanwhile, Nathan begins to grow closer to Carrie, Haley continues to struggle in dealing with Quentin, and Mouth must choose sides between his co-workers and Alice.
Directed by: Thomas J. Wright · Written by: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Lisa Goldstein Kirsch, Torrey DeVitto, Daphne Zuniga, Michaela McManus
5x07 In Da Club
Feb 12, 2008 · 42 min
The Honorary Title performs at Tric and Mia plays her song there as well. Carrie tries to get closer to Nathan. Brooke sets Mouth up on a blind date with her assistant and Lindsey confronts Lucas about Peyton.
Directed by: Gregory Prange · Written by: Mike Herro, David Strauss · Starring: Lisa Goldstein Kirsch, Torrey DeVitto, Daphne Zuniga, Michaela McManus
5x08 Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want
Feb 19, 2008 · 42 min · ★ 8.2
Brooke continues to pursue Owen. Haley sees something happening in Peyton's office. Quentin needs to change his negative approach in order to succeed in the season-opening game. Mouth tries to win Millicent back.
Directed by: Paul Johansson · Written by: Mike Daniels · Starring: Lisa Goldstein Kirsch, Torrey DeVitto, Michaela McManus, Brendan Kirsch
5x09 For Tonight You're Only Here to Know
Feb 26, 2008 · 42 min
Haley, Brooke, Peyton, Lindsey and Mia get locked in the Tree Hill High library on the night of the Ravens' first game. Also Brooke tries to stand up for her mother, while Lucas and Nathan discuss whether to tell their loved ones about their indiscretions.
Directing: Joe Davola · Writing: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Torrey DeVitto, Michaela McManus, Brett Claywell, Robbie Jones
5x10 Running to Stand Still
Mar 4, 2008 · 42 min
Brooke runs into someone from her past while on a trip to New York with the Tric bartender, Owen. Nathan and Lucas attend Dan's hearing while they try to protect Jamie from him. Mia gets an offer from a major record label and in the meantime, Haley and Nathan's marriage is on the rocks.
Directed by: Clark Mathis · Written by: William H. Brown · Starring: Danneel Ackles, Torrey DeVitto, Dikran Tulaine, Joe Manganiello
5x11 You're Gonna Need Someone on Your Side
Mar 11, 2008 · 41 min
On the eve of Lucas and Lindsey's wedding, they conspire to save Nathan and Haley's marriage. Brooke pairs Peyton with an old boyfriend, while Rachel and Dan return to Tree Hill.
Directed by: Michael J. Leone · Written by: Zachary Haynes · Starring: Lisa Goldstein Kirsch, Stephen Colletti, Danneel Ackles, Daphne Zuniga
5x12 Hundred Mid-Season Finale
Mar 18, 2008 · 41 min
On Lucas and Lindsey's wedding day, Peyton must choose between intervening and losing Lucas forever. Nathan uses the event to try to mend his marriage to Haley. All are shocked when Dan, who is out of prison on parole, shows up at the event.
Directed by: Les Butler · Written by: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Lisa Goldstein Kirsch, Moira Kelly, Torrey DeVitto, Kieren Hutchison
5x13 Echoes, Silence, Patience and Grace
Apr 14, 2008 · 42 min
Lucas picks up the pieces after being left at the altar by Lindsey, while Nathan and Haley deal with the repercussions of Jamie's abduction. Dan is free for now, but he must find himself a job to convince the parole that he is changed for good. Brooke is haunted by her past as a woman from adopting asks her questions, while Peyton gets a visit from an old friend.
Directed by: Gregory Prange · Written by: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Kieren Hutchison, Michaela McManus, Mark Schwahn, Haviland Morris
5x14 What Do You Go Home To?
Apr 21, 2008 · 41 min
Nathan and Haley have learned from the mistakes with the nanny, so they decide to interview potential nannies or mannies, but it goes in a completely different way. Meanwhile Brooke still wants to go ahead with adopting a baby. Mouth and Millicent take a new step in their relationship and Quentin must reconsider his intentions.
Directing: Liz Friedlander · Writing: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Lisa Goldstein Kirsch, Stephen Colletti, Barbara Alyn Woods, Robbie Jones
5x15 Life is Short
Apr 28, 2008 · 41 min
Nathan and Haley throw a birthday party for Jamie. Deb hired a clown, and Haley is not happy with it since it's a creepy one. Lindsey returns to Tree Hill for Jamie's birthday, which gives Lucas hope that the relationship will be rekindled. When Dan arrives, Deb's mood swings fast and in the meantime Brooke and Peyton attend the party with baby Angie.
Directing: Paul Johansson · Writing: Elisa Delson · Starring: Lisa Goldstein Kirsch, Barbara Alyn Woods, Michaela McManus, Vaughn Wilson
5x16 Cryin' Won't Help You Now
May 5, 2008 · 42 min
Lucas investigates Dan's heart condition. Haley struggles with letting Dan into Jamie's life. Peyton also still struggles with her guilt over Lucas' breakup and Mouth finally gets the chance to be a sports anchor.
Directed by: Gregory Prange · Written by: William H. Brown · Starring: Lisa Goldstein Kirsch, Michaela McManus, Bradley Evans, Robbie Jones
5x17 Hate is Safer Than Love
May 12, 2008 · 42 min
Lucas is crushed by devastating news. Quentin is pushed to his limits during a Ravens game. Dan's is second on the donor recipient list to get a new heart. Haley thinks about her decision to release a new album while Brooke's baby undergoes emergency surgery and a shocking truth stuns Peyton, told by Lucas.
Directed by: Stuart Gillard · Written by: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Barbara Alyn Woods, Robbie Jones, Wilbur Fitzgerald, Chris Beetem
5x18 What Comes After the Blues Season Finale
May 19, 2008 · 42 min
The Tree Hill residents are forced to face their fears as Dan turns over on a new leaf and Brooke taking the hardest decision of her life. In the meantime, Haley's career takes a turn and Peyton is visited by somebody from her past. Mouth and Millicent meet a new face. With all, Lucas and Brooke help each other through the struggles.
Directed by: Mark Schwahn · Written by: Mark Schwahn · Starring: Lisa Goldstein Kirsch, Barbara Alyn Woods, Gavin DeGraw, Michaela McManus