Episode 2.22: The Showdown
Airdate: May 5, 2005 at 9 p.m.
Concerns over Kirsten’s drinking lead Sandy to a realization about his wife’s relationship with Carter; Caleb uses Julie’s sordid past to make sure she’s cut off from his future earnings; Ryan fears the worst about Marissa after her traumatic run-in with Trey sends her into a tailspin; Seth and Zach declare war over Summer, who finally chooses between them during the tumultuous launch party for their graphic novel.
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.
Seth will spy on Zach and Summer. Marissa and Ryan do some investigating on the drug bust at her party. Marissa will try to give Trey a second chance.
Carter leaves a gift for Kirsten. Later in the episode, she’ll make a choice…
