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The Best Episodes Directed By Paul Johansson

Every TV Episode Directed by Paul Johansson Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 6 Episode 19 - Letting Go
    8.3/10(4 votes)

    S6:E19

    While Julian makes Brooke a surprising offer, Lucas takes Nathan and Jamie to an important place from his past. Meanwhile, Peyton prepares for the future; Sam and Jack go up against the principal who fired Haley; and Skills and Mouth go on a road trip to help Mouth forget Millie.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:N/A

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  2. undefined Season 6 Episode 4 - Bridge Over Troubled Water
    8.3/10(4 votes)

    S6:E4

    Brooke takes a trip to New York with Victoria. Peyton begins connecting with Mick Wolf, who begins telling stories about her parents. Haley continues having problems with a student and Nathan is confronted by a vision of Quentin.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:N/A

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  3. undefined Season 5 Episode 8 - Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want
    8.2/10(5 votes)

    S5:E8

    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.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:N/A

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  4. undefined Season 2 Episode 17 - Something I Can Never Have
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    S2:E17

    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.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:N/A

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  5. undefined Season 4 Episode 6 - Where Did You Sleep Last Night?
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    S4:E6

    Nathan struggles with money problems and reluctantly asks Dan for help. Elsewhere Brooke learns the new man in her life is also her new English teacher. Peyton gets help from an unexpected source, and Lucas returns to the Ravens just in time to help the team advance in the playoffs for the state championship.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:N/A

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  6. undefined Season 3 Episode 18 - When It Isn't Like It Should Be
    7.3/10(4 votes)

    S3:E18

    Rachel invites the gang for a weekend getaway at her family's cabin. Craziness will ensue, including a game of "I Never" which will cause characters to do things they normally wouldn't, and a nasty little issue Mouth has been harboring toward Rachel will surface. Meanwhile, Karen will confront Dan about Keith's death. Could she suspect the truth?

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:N/A

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  7. undefined Season 5 Episode 2 - Racing Like a Pro
    7.3/10(4 votes)

    S5:E2

    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.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:N/A

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  8. undefined Season 8 Episode 15 - Valentine's Day Is Over
    7.3/10(4 votes)

    S8:E15

    Secrets, sex games and shoelaces are all involved as the couples of Tree Hill celebrate Valentine's Day.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:N/A

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  9. undefined Season 3 Episode 7 - Champagne for My Real Friends, Real Pain for My Sham Friends
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    S3:E7

    The fantasy draft dates begin, Lucas finds himself with Rachel and a very familiar setting. Brooke is on a double date with an unusual couple. Mouth and Peyton hang out again. And Peyton regrets the things she says to Ellie. Karen and Deb take the campaigning for mayor, to a new level, to bring down Dan. Nathan gets mad when Chris gets close to Haley.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:N/A

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  10. undefined Season 5 Episode 15 - Life is Short
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    S5:E15

    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.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:N/A

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  11. undefined Season 7 Episode 14 - Family Affair
    7.0/10(4 votes)

    S7:E14

    Nathan tries to keep Haley calm after Taylor shows up at their house with Quinn’s ex-husband in tow. Julian sticks up for Alex on the set of their movie, and Brooke leans on Alexander to ease her heartache. Meanwhile, Clay gets a chance to prove his commitment to Quinn by helping her through a dinner with her sister and David.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:N/A

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  12. undefined Season 7 Episode 10 - You Are a Runner and I Am My Father's Son
    6.8/10(4 votes)

    S7:E10

    Nathan reaches the breaking point with Clay, causing a rift between Haley and Quinn. Brooke comes clean with Julian about her worries regarding his growing connection to Alex. Meanwhile, Skills pursues a new career in LA and Millicent’s drug problem worsens.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:N/A

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  13. undefined Season 9 Episode 3 - Love the Way You Lie
    6.8/10(4 votes)

    S9:E3

    Dan helps a struggling Haley at Karen’s Café. Meanwhile, Quinn discovers that Clay is hiding something from her, and Chase tries to mend a broken heart. Brooke is let down by her lunch plans with her dad, and Julian makes a life-changing mistake.

    Director:Paul Johansson
    Writer:N/A

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  14. undefined Season 4 Episode 15 - Prom Night at Hater High
    5.8/10(6 votes)

    S4:E15

    It's Prom day, and emotions are flying high at Tree Hill. An emotional Haley confronts Nathan about the sex tape and asks for a list of all his past sexual encounters. Meanwhile, an angry Peyton asks Lucas to skip the dance altogether, but he refuses to take no for an answer. Finally, Brooke and Peyton let out all their tension in a confrontation that can tear them apart forever.

    Director:Paul Johansson
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Paul Johansson Ratings Summary

"Letting Go" is the best rated episode directed by Paul Johansson. It scored 8.25/10 based on 4 votes. It was written by N/A. It aired on 3/30/2009 and is rated 0.0 points higher than their second-best episode, "Bridge Over Troubled Water".