AIRDATE
SEPTEMBER 22, 2005
"The End of Innocence"
Written by: Stephanie Savage
Directed by: Michael Lange

Although they are finally happy with each other, Marissa and Ryan are forced to stay apart by their parents, Julie and Sandy. Dean Hess (recurring guest star ERIC MABIUS) pressures Seth and Summer into showing Harbor school spirit, which leads them to devise a covert plan to bring Marissa and Ryan together. When the scheme works, Marissa and Ryan have a night to remember, and Seth and Summer get caught by Taylor (recurring guest star AUTUMN REESER). Meanwhile, Caleb's will is read, leaving Julie stunned and Jimmy in dire straits.