The O.C. (2003)

S1E3 The Gamble

Sandy steps in to help Ryan once more after his challenging time in Juvenile Hall. Meanwhile, Seth expresses his frustration to Kirsten about Ryan's predicament, prompting her to find a middle ground. Ryan's mother, Dawn, unexpectedly arrives in Newport, but their reunion doesn’t unfold as they had hoped. Additionally, the financial secret entangling Julie, Jimmy, Kirsten, and Sandy reaches a breaking point.