The O.C. Season 3 Episode 18 The Undertow
- TV14
- March 23, 2006
- 43 min
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7.2 (444)
In this episode of The O.C., titled The Undertow, relationships continue to be tested as tensions run high in Newport Beach.
Ryan struggles to come to terms with his feelings for two women: his recent ex-girlfriend, Theresa, and his current girlfriend, Marissa. As he tries to sort out his emotions, he finds himself drawn to Theresa, who has returned to Newport Beach with a secret.
Meanwhile, Marissa's relationship with her mother, Julie, hits a rough patch as Julie's past catches up to her. This puts a strain on their already fragile bond, and Marissa begins to distance herself from her mother.
Seth and Summer's relationship is also on shaky ground as they struggle to communicate with each other. Summer is dealing with her anger towards Seth for not being there when she needed him, and Seth is struggling to find a way to make it up to her.
As the episode unfolds, each character is forced to confront their own demons and make difficult choices about their relationships. The Undertow is a tense and emotional episode that explores the complexities of love and the challenges of navigating relationships in the face of adversity.
