S1·E3 The Gamble
- Episode
- Season 1, Episode 3
- Air Date
- August 19, 2003
- Runtime
- 44 minutes
- Director
- Ian Toynton
- Writer
- Jane Espenson
- Score
- 7.7/10 (10 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
Sandy comes to Ryan's rescue once again, after he has a difficult stay in Juvenile Hall. Seth makes Kirsten aware of his anger over Ryan's situation, and Kirsten makes a compromise. Ryan's mother, Dawn, makes a surprise visit to Newport, and things don't go quite as she and Ryan may have planned. The monetary secret involving Julie, Jimmy, Kirsten and Sandy comes to a head.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 3 of The O.C. air?
Season 1, Episode 3 ('The Gamble') originally aired on August 19, 2003.
How long is Season 1 Episode 3 ('The Gamble')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 44 minutes.
What happens in The O.C. Season 1 Episode 3?
Sandy comes to Ryan's rescue once again, after he has a difficult stay in Juvenile Hall. Seth makes Kirsten aware of his anger over Ryan's situation, and Kirsten makes a compromise. Ryan's mother, Dawn, makes a surprise visit to Newport, and things don't go quite as she and Ryan may have planned. Th...
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