Fair rating?The O.C.· Season 2 · Episode 22
The Showdown
Since Carter's been gone, Kirsten has been drinking more than just tomato juice for breakfast and when Sandy questions her, he's left alone in the bedroom. When Marissa acts nervous around Ryan, Ryan wonders if something has happened between Marissa and Trey. Summer, tired of Seth and Zach acting foolish, confronts Reed about the graphic novel and finds herself center stage at the "Atomic County" launch party. Meanwhile, Caleb shows Julie that a picture is worth a thousand words.
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#24In Season 2of 24 rated episodes
#75All-timeof 92 rated episodes
−0.4vs season avgSeason 2 averages 7.2
2005First airedMay 5, 2005
Guest stars
Michael Cassidyas Zach Stevens
Logan Marshall-Greenas Trey Atwood
Nikki Griffinas Jess Sathers
Marguerite Moreauas Reed Carlson
Todd Bosleyas LeonCarrie Ann Nagyas Clare
Matt Williamsonas Bartender
Burnadean Jonesas Woman in Plain Suit
Robb Reesmanas Maitre d'
Jesse Heimanas Winking Comic Book NerdCrew
Michael FrescoDirector
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