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The O.C.

  • TV Series
  • 2003–20072003–2007
  • TV-PGTV-PG
  • 44m
IMDb RATING
7.5/10
88K
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POPULARITY
264
13
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Mischa Barton, Adam Brody, Ben McKenzie, and Rachel Bilson in The O.C. (2003)
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  • Comedy
  • Drama
  • Romance

A troubled youth becomes embroiled in the lives of a close-knit group of people in the wealthy, upper-class neighborhood of Newport Beach, Orange County, California.A troubled youth becomes embroiled in the lives of a close-knit group of people in the wealthy, upper-class neighborhood of Newport Beach, Orange County, California.A troubled youth becomes embroiled in the lives of a close-knit group of people in the wealthy, upper-class neighborhood of Newport Beach, Orange County, California.

IMDb RATING
7.5/10
88K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
264
13
  • Creator
    • Josh Schwartz
  • Stars
    • Mischa Barton
    • Adam Brody
    • Peter Gallagher
Top credits
  • Creator
    • Josh Schwartz
  • Stars
    • Mischa Barton
    • Adam Brody
    • Peter Gallagher
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 325User reviews
    • 9Critic reviews
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 15 wins & 22 nominations

    Episodes92

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    Videos4

    The O.C.: The Complete Third Season
    Trailer 0:40
    The O.C.: The Complete Third Season
    The O.C.: The Complete First Season
    Trailer 0:16
    The O.C.: The Complete First Season
    The 'Hobbs & Shaw' Cast Reveals Its Watchlist
    Video 4:49
    The 'Hobbs & Shaw' Cast Reveals Its Watchlist
    What Roles Has Shailene Woodley Missed Out On?
    Video 3:04
    What Roles Has Shailene Woodley Missed Out On?

    Photos536

    Ben McKenzie in The O.C. (2003)
    Adam Brody and Ben McKenzie in The O.C. (2003)
    Mischa Barton in The O.C. (2003)
    Autumn Reeser and Ben McKenzie in The O.C. (2003)
    Rachel Bilson in The O.C. (2003)
    Ben McKenzie in The O.C. (2003)
    Autumn Reeser in The O.C. (2003)
    Peter Gallagher, Adam Brody, Kelly Rowan, and Ben McKenzie in The O.C. (2003)
    Ben McKenzie in The O.C. (2003)
    Rachel Bilson in The O.C. (2003)
    Mischa Barton, Autumn Reeser, and Rachel Bilson in The O.C. (2003)
    Peter Gallagher in The O.C. (2003)

    Top cast

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    Mischa Barton
    Mischa Barton
    • Marissa Cooperas Marissa Cooper
    76 episodes76 eps • 2003–2006
    Adam Brody
    Adam Brody
    • Seth Cohenas Seth Cohen
    92 episodes92 eps • 2003–2007
    Peter Gallagher
    Peter Gallagher
    • Sandy Cohenas Sandy Cohen
    92 episodes92 eps • 2003–2007
    Kelly Rowan
    Kelly Rowan
    • Kirsten Cohenas Kirsten Cohen
    92 episodes92 eps • 2003–2007
    Ben McKenzie
    Ben McKenzie
    • Ryan Atwoodas Ryan Atwood
    92 episodes92 eps • 2003–2007
    Rachel Bilson
    Rachel Bilson
    • Summer Robertsas Summer Roberts
    92 episodes92 eps • 2003–2007
    Melinda Clarke
    Melinda Clarke
    • Julie Cooperas Julie Cooper…
    90 episodes90 eps • 2003–2007
    Tate Donovan
    Tate Donovan
    • Jimmy Cooperas Jimmy Cooper
    40 episodes40 eps • 2003–2006
    Alan Dale
    Alan Dale
    • Caleb Nicholas Caleb Nichol
    37 episodes37 eps • 2003–2005
    Autumn Reeser
    Autumn Reeser
    • Taylor Townsendas Taylor Townsend
    31 episodes31 eps • 2005–2007
    Chris Carmack
    Chris Carmack
    • Luke Wardas Luke Ward
    28 episodes28 eps • 2003–2004
    Willa Holland
    Willa Holland
    • Kaitlin Cooperas Kaitlin Cooper
    22 episodes22 eps • 2006–2007
    Michael Cassidy
    Michael Cassidy
    • Zach Stevensas Zach Stevens
    19 episodes19 eps • 2004–2005
    Michael Nouri
    Michael Nouri
    • Dr. Neil Robertsas Dr. Neil Roberts
    19 episodes19 eps • 2004–2007
    Samaire Armstrong
    Samaire Armstrong
    • Anna Sternas Anna Stern
    15 episodes15 eps • 2003–2006
    Cam Gigandet
    Cam Gigandet
    • Kevin Volchokas Kevin Volchok
    15 episodes15 eps • 2005–2006
    Jeff Hephner
    Jeff Hephner
    • Matt Ramseyas Matt Ramsey
    13 episodes13 eps • 2005–2006
    Olivia Wilde
    Olivia Wilde
    • Alex Kellyas Alex Kelly
    13 episodes13 eps • 2004–2005
    • Creator
      • Josh Schwartz
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    Storyline

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    A troubled teen named Ryan is taken in by a public defense lawyer and his rich real estate developer wife in Newport Beach, California after he is kicked out and abandoned by his alchoholic and unstable mother. He meets their quick-witted son Seth and they soon become best friends.
    • gay
    • teen drama
    • teen romance
    • california
    • wealth
    • 41 more
    • Plot summary
    • Add synopsis
    • Taglines
      • The O.C. Orange County, It's where all the beautiful people live
    • Genres
      • Comedy
      • Drama
      • Romance
    • Certificate
      • TV-PG
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Adam Brody and Rachel Bilson dated for almost the entire run of the show (2003-2006). Additionally, several inside jokes are written into the show about this.
    • Goofs
      In Season 3, when Ryan is with Sadie in the pool house, Seth finds the door locked when he tries to enter and states "when did this door ever have a lock." Ryan mentions he added it for privacy. In Season 1, when Hailey has the huge New Years party, she locks Ryan and Seth in the pool house, so they won't spoil her fun.
    • Quotes

      Marissa: Hey, how come you're the brains? I'm the one who talked us back into that club.

      Seth: I'm sorry. I'm the brains.

      Ryan: You can be the beauty.

      Marissa: Okay, thanks.

      Summer: Great, and what am I, Cohen?

      Seth: Uh, the boobs?

      [Summer hits him]

      Seth: Uh, the bitch?

      Summer: Okay, I'll take the boobs.

      Seth: Hey. So will I.

      [Summer laughs]

      Seth: [later]

      Marissa: See, I think I should be the brains.

      Ryan: No, Seth's the brains.

      Marissa: Well, you're clearly not the beauty.

      Ryan: Ooooh, and now someone's the bitch.

      [smiles]

    • Crazy credits
      For the first half of season one, Rachel Bilson (Summer) and Melinda Clarke (Julie) were credited as guest stars, even though Rachel Bilson appeared in each episode. From the fourteenth episode on, they were credited on the theme song as regulars.
    • Connections
      Alternate-language version of Medcezir (2013)
    • Soundtracks
      California
      (main title)

      Performed by Phantom Planet

      Written by Jason Schwartzman, Jacques Brautbar, Sam Farrar, Alex Greenwald,

      Darren Robinson (uncredited)

    User reviews325

    Review
    Top review
    A nice surprise
    I watched the pilot episode of "The O.C." when it first ran because I was sick of watching reruns of "Friends" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" (even though I love those shows) and I wanted to watch something fresh and new. I expected to be sitting through an hour of a cheesy, sudsy soap opera with a really hot guy (Benjamin McKenzie) and in truth, I did. However, I surprised myself by actually LIKING "The O.C.". For all its sudsiness and corny dialogue, it was really somewhat enjoyable. After having watched all 7 episodes of it so far, I think that its just getting better and better. I mean, sure Mischa Barton's acting skills are drastically limited, and the plot is nothing original, but I don't find it to be TOO much like "Beverly Hills 90210". Besides, I liked "90210" up until a point. Also, the theme song to "The O.C." is amazing, even better than the one for "Smallville". I am looking forward to the next few episodes of one of my newest favorite shows!
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    • Oct 26, 2003

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • August 5, 2003 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Hulu
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Orange County
    • Filming locations
      • Redondo Beach, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Wonderland Sound and Vision
      • Warner Bros. Television
      • College Hill Pictures Inc.
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      44 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1
      • 1.78 : 1

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