Recapping episode 8 of season 1 of The O.C.. Ryan unnecessarily risks his future to save Marissa yet again, while Julie and Jimmy continue to add to their awful parenting record.

Recapping episode 7 of season 1 of The O.C.. The gang has their weekend in Tijuana derailed by Marissa, while Jimmy continues to disappoint.

Recapping episode 6 of season 1 of The O.C.. Ryan is the victim of Marissa's self-doubt yet again while also being taken advantage of by an older women, and Kirsten's unhealthy relationship with her father is explored.

Recapping episode 5 of season 1 of The O.C.. Sparks don't fly between Ryan and Marissa, and Jimmy is upset his illegal actions may have consequences.

Recapping episode 4 of season 1 of The O.C.. The teenage girls of Newport continue to have antiquated relationship notions forced on them; Jimmy, Sandy and Ryan all get punched.

Recapping episode 3 of season 1 of The O.C.. Kirsten does a 180 and Dawn gets drunk! 

Recapping episode 2 of season 1 of The O.C.. Marissa is an angry teen and Ryan is the victim of attempted murder.

Join Us! Recapping episode 1 of season 1 of The O.C.. Life in Newport Beach, CA isn't as great as they want you to think, Ryan could get in more trouble where he is from (read: the wrong side of the tracks in Chino, CA).