The O.C.
“It's nothing like where you live. And nothing like you imagine.”
Series Overview
Ryan Atwood, a teen from the wrong side of the tracks, moves in with a wealthy family willing to give him a chance. But Ryan's arrival disturbs the status quo of the affluent, privileged community of Newport Beach, California.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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4 Seasons • 92 Episodes
42 min per episode
2003 – 2007
Premiered: Tue, Aug 5, 2003
Josh SchwartzLatest Aired Episode
Season 4, Episode 16: “The End's Not Near, It's Here”
The Cohen family says goodbye in the series finale as the episode jumps six months after the earthquake to show the Cohens, Ryan, Taylor, Summer and the Cooper women trying to piece their lives back together. The Cohens find out that fixing up their old mansion would cost more than rebuilding it but Ryan and Seth see this as an opportunity to give Sandy and an expecting Kirsten a surprise that'll change their lives.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Best of Seth Cohen | The OC | HBO MaxOfficial
Type: Featurette • Published 2020-11-01
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Josh Schwartz
Stephanie Savage, Bob DeLaurentis, Josh Schwartz, McG
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted to Adults (18+).
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The O.C.
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What is The O.C. about?
Ryan Atwood, a teen from the wrong side of the tracks, moves in with a wealthy family willing to give him a chance. But Ryan's arrival disturbs the status quo of the affluent, privileged community of Newport Beach, California.
How many seasons does The O.C. have?
The O.C. comprises 4 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The O.C.?
Key cast members in The O.C. include Peter Gallagher, Kelly Rowan, Ben McKenzie, Adam Brody, Melinda Clarke.
Who created or directed The O.C.?
The O.C. was developed and directed by Josh Schwartz.