One Tree Hill: Season 5
One Tree Hill Season 5 continues the overarching saga across 18 episodes. The American teen drama television series was created by Mark Schwahn and premiered on September 23, 2003, on the WB. Following the network's merger with UPN to form the CW, the series aired on the CW starting in September 2006. Set in Tree Hill, North Carolina, the overarching saga follows two half brothers who share a last name. The series or
Season 5 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- The series was created by Mark Schwahn and premiered on September 23, 2003, on the WB network.
- After the third season, the WB merged with UPN to form the CW, and the series began airing on the CW from September 27, 2006.
- The story is set in Tree Hill, North Carolina, where two half brothers share a last name.
- The television series ran for nine seasons with a total of 187 episodes between 2003 and 2012.
Season overview
One Tree Hill Season 5 continues the overarching saga across 18 episodes. The American teen drama television series was created by Mark Schwahn and premiered on September 23, 2003, on the WB. Following the network's merger with UPN to form the CW, the series aired on the CW starting in September 2006. Set in Tree Hill, North Carolina, the overarching saga follows two half brothers who share a last name. The series originally aired from 2003 to 2012 across nine seasons, totaling 187 episodes. As the narrative continues into its fifth season across 18 episodes, the saga explores the ongoing lives of the characters in Tree Hill, maintaining the dramatic elements established in earlier seasons on the network.
Episode Guide
Season 5 Progress Shield
4 Years, 6 Months, 2 Days
Jan 8, 2008
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, Br
Racing Like a Pro
Jan 8, 2008
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
My Way Home is Through You
Jan 15, 2008
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 i
It's Alright Ma (I'm Only Bleeding)
Jan 22, 2008
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 Br
I Forgot to Remember to Forget
Jan 29, 2008
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
Don't Dream It's Over
Feb 5, 2008
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
In Da Club
Feb 12, 2008
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
Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want
Feb 19, 2008
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. Mo
For Tonight You're Only Here to Know
Feb 26, 2008
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 an
Running to Stand Still
Mar 4, 2008
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. Mi
You're Gonna Need Someone on Your Side
Mar 11, 2008
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.
Hundred
Mar 18, 2008
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 whe
Echoes, Silence, Patience and Grace
Apr 14, 2008
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 h
What Do You Go Home To?
Apr 21, 2008
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 Brook
Life is Short
Apr 28, 2008
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, whi
Cryin' Won't Help You Now
May 5, 2008
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
Hate is Safer Than Love
May 12, 2008
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 d
What Comes After the Blues
May 19, 2008
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