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The Best Episodes of One Tree Hill Season 9

Every episode of One Tree Hill Season 9 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of One Tree Hill Season 9!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    One Tree Hill Season 9 Episode 11 - Danny Boy
    9.4/10(685 votes)

    S9:E11

    The search for Nathan becomes increasingly dangerous, and Dan’s life hangs in the balance. Brooke is surprised when her father returns. And Clay and Quinn reconnect with Logan.

    Director:Joe Davola
    Writers:Mike Herro, David Strauss

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  2. One Tree Hill Season 9 Episode 13 - One Tree Hill
    9.3/10(918 votes)

    S9:E13

    In the final chapter of One Tree Hill, the tenth anniversary of Tric brings old faces and new possibilities for the Tree Hill family.

    Director:Mark Schwahn
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  3. One Tree Hill Season 9 Episode 10 - Hardcore Will Never Die, But You Will
    9.1/10(448 votes)

    S9:E10

    Dan, Julian and Chris Keller attempt to rescue Nathan. Brooke’s conflict with Xavier escalates. Quinn and Clay revisit the past.

    Director:Mark Schwahn
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  4. One Tree Hill Season 9 Episode 8 - A Rush of Blood to the Head
    8.4/10(346 votes)

    S9:E8

    Haley receives news of a possible tragedy. Dan’s search for Nathan leads him back to his dark past. Clay has a breakthrough in his treatment. Brooke and Julian deal with Xavier. Chase’s concern for Chuck pushes him to his limits.

    Director:Gregory Prange
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. One Tree Hill Season 9 Episode 12 - Anyone Who Had a Heart
    8.3/10(340 votes)

    S9:E12

    As Haley prepares to emcee the annual Tree Hill Burning Boat Festival, Brooke uses the opportunity to process her father’s betrayal, while Julian tries to breathe new life into a past idea. Mouth and Millie make a change to their morning show, and Clay and Quinn get ready for Logan’s first night at the beach house.

    Director:Sophia Bush
    Writer:Brian L. Ridings

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  6. One Tree Hill Season 9 Episode 1 - Know This, We've Noticed
    8.2/10(455 votes)

    S9:E1

    As Brooke and Julian begin to adjust to life with their new children, Haley and Nathan find themselves dealing with similar issues. Although they don't know it yet, faces from the past threaten to interrupt plans for all their futures. Meanwhile, a mysterious problem arises for Clay and Quinn.

    Director:Mark Schwahn
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  7. One Tree Hill Season 9 Episode 7 - Last Known Surroundings
    8.2/10(372 votes)

    S9:E7

    Haley seeks help from Lucas as Nathan (James Lafferty) makes an escape attempt. Brooke comes face-to-face with Xavier. Juliain uncovers evidence that assists Dan in his search for Nathan. Clay makes a connection with another patient.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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  8. One Tree Hill Season 9 Episode 4 - Don't You Want to Share the Guilt?
    8.1/10(335 votes)

    S9:E4

    As Julian deals with his guilt, Brooke helps Haley confront a new rival cafe, and its difficult owner. Meanwhile, Chase's new girl has a complicated secret, and Quinn takes extreme measures that help Clay realize he's worse off than he thought.

    Director:Les Butler
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. One Tree Hill Season 9 Episode 5 - The Killing Moon
    8.1/10(326 votes)

    S9:E5

    As Quinn distracts Jamie, Haley searches for Nathan. Clay finally gets answers about his condition. Meanwhile, Julian attempts to get back to a normal life, while Brooke tries to give Tara a chance.

    Director:Gregory Prange
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. One Tree Hill Season 9 Episode 9 - Every Breath Is a Bomb
    8.1/10(307 votes)

    S9:E9

    Brooke and Julian take new measures to protect their family. Skills helps Mouth get to a turning point, and Chase faces consequences for defending Chuck. Clay reaches a new understanding with Logan.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. One Tree Hill Season 9 Episode 6 - Catastrophe and the Cure
    7.9/10(310 votes)

    S9:E6

    Dan enlists Julian to help in his search for Nathan. Mouth fills Clay in about Nathan, as Haley explains Nathan’s disappearance to Jamie. Brooke gets an idea of how to bring patrons to an empty Karen’s Café, and Chris Keller confronts Chase about Tara.

    Director:James Lafferty
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. One Tree Hill Season 9 Episode 3 - Love the Way You Lie
    7.7/10(326 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:Lenn K. Rosenfeld

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  13. One Tree Hill Season 9 Episode 2 - In the Room Where You Sleep
    7.6/10(321 votes)

    S9:E2

    Brooke and her father discuss a new business venture; Julian worries about his investment; Quinn talks Clay into getting help; Millie tries to be honest with Mouth; Alex receives a tempting offer.

    Director:Joe Davola
    Writer:Mark Schwahn

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Season 9 Ratings Summary

"Danny Boy" is the best rated episode of "One Tree Hill" season 9. It scored 9.4/10 based on 685 votes. Directed by Joe Davola and written by Mike Herro, David Strauss, it aired on 3/21/2012. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "One Tree Hill".