: This is the first episode to feature the show's regular opening title sequence. Fans often refer to this episode by the nickname "The Model Gnome". The Model Home | The O.C. Wiki | Fandom
" The Model Home " is the second episode of the first season of The O.C. , which originally aired on August 12, 2003. It continues the story of Ryan Atwood’s arrival in Newport Beach and the immediate challenges he faces as an outsider. The_OC_1x02
: In a quintessential Southern California moment, Marissa and Ryan eat burgers from In-N-Out while hiding out. : This is the first episode to feature
The plan goes awry when , Marissa’s jealous boyfriend, discovers Ryan is still in town. A confrontation at the model home escalates into a physical fight, during which a candle is accidentally knocked over, starting a fire that destroys the multi-million dollar property. Despite the conflict, Luke returns to save an unconscious Ryan from the flames before fleeing. Both Ryan and Luke are ultimately arrested for arson when Ryan returns to the Cohen house with Luke. Key Character Developments Wiki | Fandom " The Model Home "