Fair rating?The O.C.· Season 2 · Episode 7
The Family Ties
As one family strengthens, another will be changed forever. The Cohens, after Caleb's revelation, decide to try to accept Lindsay as a member of the family, while another family is heartbroken over the news that one of them is leaving Newport Beach. Meanwhile, Seth tries to be a "bad boy" like Ryan to improve his relationship with Alex.
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#3In Season 2of 24 rated episodes
#23All-timeof 92 rated episodes
+0.1vs season avgSeason 2 averages 7.2
2005First airedJanuary 6, 2005
Guest stars
Michael Cassidyas Zach Stevens
Olivia Wildeas Alex
Shannon Lucioas Lindsay Gardner
Nicholas Gonzalezas D.J.
John F. Beachas ValetGeorge Contrerasas Surf/Rock Guy
Dejon Mayesas Police Officer
Veronique Vicarias Punk Girl
Modest Mouseas Modest MouseCrew
Lesli Linka GlatterDirector
Drew Z. GreenbergWriter
Josh SchwartzWriterShows like The O.C.
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