One Tree Hill (season 4)

One Tree Hill (season 4)
One Tree Hill Season 4 DVD cover
Country of origin	United States
No. of episodes	21
Release
Original network	The CW
Original release	September 27, 2006 – June 13, 2007

The fourth season of One Tree Hill began airing on September 27, 2006. The season concluded June 13, 2007, after 21 episodes. This is the first season to air on the newly formed The CW television network.

Season four regular cast members include Chad Michael Murray, James Lafferty, Hilarie Burton, Bethany Joy Lenz, Paul Johansson, Sophia Bush, Barbara Alyn Woods, Lee Norris, Antwon Tanner, Danneel Harris, Barry Corbin, and Moira Kelly.

The season picks up directly after the events of the season three finale car accident. It focuses on the remainder of senior year at Tree Hill High and ends with the graduation of the teenage characters. In this season, most episodes were named after rock albums rather than after songs. Season four rose in ratings, averaging 2.9 million viewers weekly, becoming #136 in the Nielsen ratings system.^[1]

Overview

Nathan and Haley find out they're going to have a baby. Lucas starts writing a novel while also questioning what really happened on the day of the school shooting. Nathan gets involved with some shady characters after he and Haley start having money problems. Peyton finds out she has a brother, but he may not be who he says he is. Brooke becomes friends with Rachel and starts a relationship with newcomer Chase. Dan tries to get close to Karen and help her with Keith's baby.

Cast and characters

Regular Chad Michael Murray as Lucas Scott (21 episodes) James Lafferty as Nathan Scott (21 episodes) Hilarie Burton as Peyton Sawyer (21 episodes) Bethany Joy Lenz as Haley James Scott (21 episodes) Paul Johansson as Dan Scott (20 episodes) Sophia Bush as Brooke Davis (21 episodes) Barbara Alyn Woods as Deb Scott (14 episodes) Lee Norris as Mouth McFadden (17 episodes) Antwon Tanner as Skills Taylor (13 episodes) Danneel Harris as Rachel Gatina (16 episodes) Barry Corbin as Whitey Durham (12 episodes) Moira Kelly as Karen Roe (20 episodes)

Recurring Bevin Prince as Bevin Mirskey (9 episodes) Shawn Shepard as Principal Turner (9 episodes) Stephen Colletti as Chase Adams (9 episodes) Kelsey Chow as Gigi Silveri (7 episodes) Matt Barr as Ian Banks (8 episodes) Vaughn Wilson as Fergie Thompson (7 episodes) Cullen Moss as Junk Moretti (6 episodes) Elisabeth Harnois as Shelley Simon (6 episodes) Ernest Waddell as Derek Sommers (4 episodes) Rick Fox as Daunte Jones (4 episodes) Allison Scagliotti as Abigail "Abby" Brown (3 episodes) Amber Wallace as Glenda Farrell (4 episodes) Craig Sheffer as Keith Scott (2 episodes) Michael Trucco as Cooper Lee (2 episode) Tyler Hilton as Chris Keller (1 episode)

Episodes

No. overall	No. in season	Title	Directed by	Written by	Original air date	Prod. code	U.S. viewers (millions)
68	1	"The Same Deep Water as You"	Greg Prange	Mark Schwahn	September 27, 2006	3T5751	3.64[2]
The residents of Tree Hill must deal with the aftermath of the shocking accident. Nathan and Rachel are okay while Cooper still remains in a coma. In the midst of all the chaos, Dan extends his help to Karen now that she is pregnant. Lucas and Peyton's friendship continues to grow stronger. Previously rivals, Brooke and Rachel move past their differences and manage to become good friends. Brooke has a difficult decision to make about her relationship with Lucas. Skills decides to try out for the Ravens.[3] This episode is named after a song by The Cure.
69	2	"Things I Forgot at Birth"	Greg Prange	Mark Schwahn	October 4, 2006	3T5752	3.09[4]
It's her eighteenth birthday, but Brooke soon realizes that she has no one but Rachel to celebrate it with. Meanwhile, Nathan continues to struggle with memories of the accident. Dan continues to be haunted by remorse over his actions against Keith. This episode is named after a song by Absentee.
70	3	"Good News for People Who Love Bad News"	John Asher	Mike Herro & David Strauss	October 11, 2006	3T5753	3.28[5]
Peyton spends more time getting to know her newfound brother, Derek. Lucas gives up on his love for Brooke. Rachel tries to start a romance with Nathan. This episode is named after an album by Modest Mouse.
71	4	"Can't Stop This Thing We've Started"	Bethany Rooney	Terrence Coli	October 18, 2006	3T5754	2.95[6]
A rumor surfaces that Brooke might be pregnant, causing Karen to worry as she fears that the baby might be Lucas'. Rachel continues to get closer to Nathan when she confesses that she saw Keith during the accident. This episode is named after a song by Bryan Adams.
72	5	"I Love You But I've Chosen Darkness"	Stuart Gillard	Mark Schwahn	October 25, 2006	3T5755	3.57[7]
Nathan gets two surprises in a row, and everyone is eager to share their advice. Brooke decides to celebrate. Peyton's stalker attacks her and her real brother saves her with Lucas' help. This episode is named after the band I Love You But I've Chosen Darkness.
73	6	"Where Did You Sleep Last Night?"	Paul Johansson	William H. Brown	November 8, 2006	3T5756	3.52[8]
Nathan struggles with money problems and reluctantly asks Dan for help. Brooke learns the new man in her life is also her new English teacher. Peyton gets help from an unexpected source. Lucas returns to the Ravens just in time to help the team advance in the playoffs for the state championship. This episode is named after an American folk song made famous by Lead Belly and latterly covered first by Hole and then by Nirvana.
74	7	"All These Things That I've Done"	David Jackson	Adele Lim	November 15, 2006	3T5757	3.25[9]
Peyton tries to go back to school, but she breaks down. Brooke's fashions are a hit at the local show. Nathan is cornered into a no-win situation by Daunte. Deb takes drastic action to support her addiction. This episode is named after a song by The Killers.
75	8	"Nothing Left to Say But Goodbye"	Janice Cooke	John A. Norris	November 22, 2006	3T5758	2.53[10]
Derek tells Peyton to give Lucas a chance just as Brooke tries to make up with him. Nathan continues to have trouble with Daunte. Rachel asks Haley to tutor her when she discovers she is failing a class. This episode is named after a song by Audioslave.
76	9	"Some You Give Away"	Greg Prange	Mark Schwahn	November 29, 2006	3T5759	4.21[11]
As the Ravens prepare for the championship, Lucas learns Nathan intends to throw the game and decides on a risky plan to even the odds. Karen insists Deb show up for her son's final game and tries to help her get there. Dan makes a last plea with Daunte. Continuity error: The state championship game is depicted as being played at the RBC Center in Raleigh, home arena of the North Carolina State men's team. However, two crowd shots are from the Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa, home of the Iowa State Cyclones. This episode is named after a song by La Rocca.
77	10	"Songs to Love and Die By"	John Asher	Mark Schwahn	December 6, 2006	3T5760	4.24[12]
After a heart attack, Lucas has a dream in which the spirit of Keith visits and shows him how much one life can affect the lives of others, in a nod to "It's a Wonderful Life". Haley is the victim of an accident and Dan helps out Nathan. This episode is named after an album by 8mm.
78	11	"Everything in Its Right Place"	Michael Lange	Dawn Urbont	January 17, 2007	3T5761	2.18[13]
The aftermath of the events in Tree Hill begins. Lucas returns to his everyday life and tries to rekindle his relationship with Peyton. However, things are rougher for Haley when she discovers that Nathan was more involved in her accident than she could have ever imagined. This episode is named after a song by Radiohead.
79	12	"Resolve"	Moira Kelly	Michelle Furtney-Goodman	January 24, 2007	3T5762	2.26[13]
Haley is frustrated over her injuries. Skills and Mouth help Nathan earn some extra money as an amateur stripper. Brooke betrays Rachel to get with a new guy. Lucas and Peyton finally find happiness in their relationship. This episode is named after a song by Foo Fighters.
80	13	"Pictures of You"	Les Butler	Mark Schwahn	February 7, 2007	3T5763	2.85[14]
A class assignment pairs the students at Tree Hill High to get to know each other a little better. Nathan wrestles with Deb's suicide attempt. Chase learns that Brooke cheated on her calculus exam. .[15] This episode is named after a song by The Cure.
81	14	"Sad Songs for Dirty Lovers"	Janice Cooke	William H. Brown	February 14, 2007	3T5764	2.25[16]
Haley confronts Brooke regarding the stolen calculus test. Lucas and Peyton consider taking their relationship to the next level. Peyton and Brooke grow closer. In Deb's absence, Nathan throws a senior party at the Scott House where a sex tape from Nathan's past surfaces. This episode is named after an album by The National.
82	15	"Prom Night at Hater High"	Paul Johansson	Mike Herro & David Strauss	February 21, 2007	3T5765	3.15[17]
It's Prom day, and emotions are running high at Tree Hill. An emotional Haley confronts Nathan about the sex tape and asks for a list of all his past sexual encounters. An angry Peyton asks Lucas to skip the dance altogether, but he refuses to take no for an answer. Brooke and Peyton let out all their frustrations in a confrontation that could tear them apart forever. This episode is named after a song by The Long Winters.
83	16	"You Call It Madness, But I Call It Love"	Thomas J. Wright	Terrence Coli	May 2, 2007	3T5766	3.28[12]
It's Prom night, but things start to go awry. Lucas remembers that someone was in the hallway when Keith was killed. Psycho Derek holds Peyton and Brooke hostage in Peyton's own house. Haley and Nathan vow to be romantic with each other throughout the night. Dan continues to win over Karen's affections. Within Reason guest star to perform during the Prom. This episode is named after a song by Nat King Cole.
84	17	"It Gets the Worst at Night"	Greg Prange	Mark Schwahn & Jim Lee	May 9, 2007	3T5767	2.95[18]
When Mouth and Rachel's road trip goes wrong, the other teens drive to their rescue. On the trip, Nathan and Haley get a second chance to enjoy their Prom. Peyton and Lucas decide to take their relationship to the next level. Brooke reveals the truth about the stolen calculus exam to Haley. This episode is named after a song by Lucero.
85	18	"The Runaway Found"	David Jackson	Mark Schwahn	May 16, 2007	3T5768	2.71[19]
Brooke and Peyton finally rekindle their friendship. Nathan's past mistakes continue to haunt him and Haley. Lucas hears a shocking confession from the witness to Keith's murder. This episode is named after an album by The Veils.
86	19	"Ashes of Dreams You Let Die"	Michael Lange	John A. Norris	May 30, 2007	3T5769	2.06[20]
As the end of the school year approaches, Peyton considers accepting a music internship in Los Angeles. Brooke tries to reconnect with Chase through yearbook signatures. Haley struggles to write her valedictorian speech. Dan suggests that Lucas get professional help when Karen continues to worry about his obsession with theories about Keith's murder. This episode is named after a song by B. J. Thomas.
87	20	"The Birth and Death of the Day"	Greg Prange	Mark Schwahn	June 6, 2007	3T5770	2.11[21]
As graduation approaches, Haley prepares for the recital of her valedictorian speech and motherhood. Nathan must adjust to life without basketball. Brooke makes a confession that may have great consequences. Lucas confronts Dan after Karen's life is threatened. The song "Times Like These" from the Foo Fighters is heard during the graduation scene.[22] This episode is named after a song by Explosions in the Sky.
88	21	"All of a Sudden I Miss Everyone"	Mark Schwahn	Mark Schwahn	June 13, 2007	3T5771	2.50[23]
Dan must face the harsh consequences of his decision to murder Keith as Karen and Haley's pregnancies complicate the lives of Nathan and the graduating seniors of Tree Hill High. Lucas wrestles with his post-high school options, and Peyton and Brooke prepare to spend the summer in Los Angeles together. This episode is named after an album by Explosions in the Sky.

Reception

The season premiere was seen by 3.64 million U.S. viewers and achieved a 1.7 Adults 18-49 rating, up 19% in viewers and 55% in demo from the season 3 finale.^[2] Episode 2 hit a season high in the Adults 18-49 demo with a 2.0 rating,^[4] while episode 10 hit season highs in viewers with 4.24 million.^[12] The season finale was seen by 2.5 million viewers.^[23]

Season	Timeslot	Season premiere	Season finale	TV season	Rank	Viewers (in millions)	Rating (Adults 18-49)
4	Wednesday 9/8C	September 27, 2006	June 13, 2007	2006–2007	#136[1]	2.9[1]	1.3[1]

Overview

This season focuses on the final half of senior year at Tree Hill High School. The season begins with the effects of the car accident from the season three finale, and continues with Prom to graduation. Storylines included meeting Peyton's (Burton) internet stalker and the pregnancies of Haley (Galeotti) and Karen (Kelly). The Tree Hill Ravens play the much anticipated State Final, and the characters react to the revelation that Dan (Johansson) was the person who killed Keith (Craig Sheffer).

DVD release

The DVD release of season four was released after the season has completed broadcast on television. It has been released in Region 1. As well as every episode from the season, the DVD release features bonus material such as audio commentaries on some episodes from the creator and cast, deleted scenes, gag reels and behind-the-scenes featurettes.

The Complete Fourth Season
Set details[24]			Special features[24]
21 episodes 880 minutes (Region 1); 840 minutes (Region 2)[25] 845 minutes (Region 4) 6-disc set 1.78:1 aspect ratio Languages: English (Dolby Digital 5.1) Subtitles: English, Spanish French (Region 1)			Audio commentaries "Some You Give Away" - with creator/executive producer/writer Mark Schwahn, and actor Rick Fox "It Gets the Worst at Night" - with creator/executive producer/co-writer Mark Schwahn and executive producers Joe Davola and Greg Prange. "All of a Sudden I Miss Everyone" - with creator/executive producer/writer/director Mark Schwahn and actors James Lafferty, Lee Norris and Stephen Coletti. Deleted scenes Episodes: 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17 & 18 Gag reel "One Tree Hill In Your Town" "Tree Hill's Charity Basketball Game Highlights" "Tree Hill High Time Capsule"
Release dates
United States	United Kingdom	Australia
December 18, 2007[24]	April 7, 2008[25]	June 4, 2008[26]

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