The Best Episodes of 'The O.C.' Ranked From Start to Finish

We’ve ranked all 92 episodes of ‘The O.C.’ from the “Premiere” to “The End’s Not Near, It’s Here” — touring the show’s unforgettable musical moments and dramatic scenes alike.

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