--- product_id: 15766122 title: "The O.C.: Season 1" price: "R523" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 7 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/15766122-the-o-c-season-1 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # The O.C.: Season 1 **Price:** R523 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The O.C.: Season 1 - **How much does it cost?** R523 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/15766122-the-o-c-season-1) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Product Description When Ryan Atwood, a tough, guarded, fiercely intelligent 16-year-old plunges headlong into the wealthy, privileged community of Newport Beach, he soon discovers that the ruling families of Orange County are every bit as territorial as the tough crowd with which he ran on the streets of Chino. For Sandy Cohen, the idealistic public defender who takes Ryan in; his wife Kirsten, the linchpin of O.C. society; their awkward adolescent son, Seth; and the beautiful troubled girl next door, Marissa Copper - Ryan's presence will forever change their lives. desertcart.com It looked like a standard teen soap on the outside, but once you scratched the surface of the glittery, sun-dappled Fox drama The O.C., you'd find underneath a number of surprisingly well-developed characters, fun plots that played around with their soap conventions, and some of the wittiest dialogue this side of an Aaron Sorkin show. The setup was pure high concept: hunky, brooding Ryan (Benjamin McKenzie) was a good kid from Chino starting to go bad, and thanks to the interference of his lawyer, Sandy Cohen (Peter Gallagher), finds himself whisked away from the wrong side of the tracks to the mansions and manicured lawns of Orange County. Soon, Ryan finds himself living in the Cohens' pool house, involved with troubled rich girl Marissa (Mischa Barton), and bristling against the societal confines of his new home, as the people may be richer but they're just as screwed up as anyone else. Still, somehow, he manages to bring out the humanity of the superficial people around him, and they become all the better for knowing him. Okay, enough with the Beverly Hills, 90210 scenario--what The O.C. turned out to be was the most addictive TV soap in recent memory, and one with a brain to boot. Smarter than Melrose Place, sexier than 90210, funnier than Felicity, and not as enamored of itself as Dawson's Creek, The O.C. reveled in clever and hilarious dialogue (the pilot episode earned a WGA nomination) and quirky, eccentric characters. Most noteworthy was breakout star Adam Brody, who as Ryan's geeky newfangled brother-type Seth practically stole the teen heartthrob mantle away from Russell Crowe-lookalike McKenzie. Barton was a bit of a blank as the troubled Marissa, but her best pal, the blissfully superficial Summer, was played by Rachel Bilson as the perfect supporting character in a dizzy farce. And the adults, especially Gallagher and Kelly Rowan as the supportive Cohens, grounded the other half of the show in you know, like, maturity. Not that The O.C. ever forgot the fun that was to be had in TV-land, as most every other episode ended with a fistfight or someone falling into a pool--sometimes both. Here was a soap you could purely enjoy without guilt. --Mark Englehart Review: Very good show - The O.C. was the latest in a line of teen-centric night time soap operas that sprang up in the early-mid 2000s. It was what I would describe as a mini "it show" in that it was very popular out of the gate, and had some main stream exposure. It was not necessarily a show that you could not miss on a weekly basis, but it was talked about a lot. The easy comparisons are to shows like 90210, Dawson's Creek etc. There are certainly elements from those shows, and pretty much every other show in the genre that popped up in this one. But unlike some of those, the show also made the stories with the adults interesting enough that you did not have to be in (or recently graduated from) high school at the time to appreciate it. The first season had a lot of episodes (27 in all) and as a result the story lines were kind of all over the place. It had a very large ensemble cast (some of whom would eventually be weeded out) and there was a lot going on with all the characters. The main story revolved around Ryan Atwood (played by Benjamin McKenzie) who was a good kid from Chino, but who had a bad family situation and was starting to follow his brother into a life of Crime. His public defender Sandy Cohen (Peter Gallagher) ends up taking him in (initially for the weekend) much to the chagrin of his wife (Kelly Rowan). The first part of the season really plays on Ryan adjusting to life in the rich, glitzy Newport Beach as he falls for the girl next door, Marissa (played by Mischa Barton), befriends the Cohen's teenage son Seth (played wonderfully by Adam Brody) and is always teetering on the edge of going back to juvie. The adult stories center around the Cohen's, the next door neighbors the Coopers and Kirsten Cohen's rich real estate mogul Caleb (played by Alan Dale). The standout from that story in my opinion was Julie Cooper, played by Melinda Clarke, who does a great "bad guy" character. In the beginning of the series she was almost an over the top caricature of the rich, snobby housewife who only cares about money, gossip and how she looks. Clarke stole almost every scene she was in, especially when her character was basically the butt of a joke, and she became more and more central to the story. The first season almost suffered from doing too much too soon. They were jamming so many stories into the first season that it seemed to jump all over the place. They honestly probably had enough material in the Ryan "crossing the tracks" story, and developing that to get through the season without introducing Kirsten's sister, some of the other Chino characters etc until season 2. That said, the show did a good enough job of juggling it all, ending a couple of the story lines (even though it meant getting rid of a couple of the characters), and making things flow well enough that it did not get too hard to follow. Overall the show was very good and entertaining. It was at time somewhat formulaic, given the genre. The themes mirrored many other similar shows, but thew in a Westside Story vibe and made it unique enough that it did not just seem like a carbon copy. The writing and acting were very good. The Ryan-Seth relationship (and all the things that stemmed from that like the Seth-Summer-Anna love triangle) made the teen part of the show work, and Peter Gallagher, who was involved in almost all the story lines set around the adults made everything else work. It definitely had the guilty pleasure soap-opera elements to it. Lots of skin (especially early on) and the will they/wont they bounce with the Ryan-Marissa relationship, but it also focused on more serious subjects like physical abuse, drug and alcohol abuse, homosexuality, abortion and the seemingly required adult-teenager sexual relationship. As far as extras go, there are a few making of and behind the scenes features on the last disc, as well as some deleted scenes. There are also commentary tracks on select episodes. Definitely enough there for those who like to watch the bonus material. The show is certainly not for everyone. If you only watch documentaries and high-brow dramas, this is not going to be your cup of tea. But it is a show that blended comedy and drama, and touched on enough serious subject matter that if you are a fan of the genre then you will probably like it. Review: California, Here We Come - Soap operas have never been for me. I never watched Dawson's Creek when it was on the air, (although I have enjoyed the DVD sets), or Knot's Landing or Dallas, or any of the typical prime time soap operas. Something in the commercials for The O.C. dragged me in and I haven't left. Maybe it was the fact that it was one of a few new shows in a schedule full of reruns in August, but I think there was something more. This show, while geared toward a younger audience, revolves around not only the kids, but the well-developed parental characters. These strong adult characters provide a great backdrop with which to work with and allow for a lot of stories to work around each episode. Adam Brody is absolutely terrific as Seth Cohen. Without a doubt, he is the breakout star of this show, though kudos can also go out to Ben McKenzie for his brooding portrayal of Ryan Atwood. Brody's development over the course of the 27 episodes from geek to 'ladies' man' is quite impressive. He pulls off the whole scared little kid, yet mature young adult thing very, very well. McKenzie is also stellar, stealing many moments in the show with just the eye-piercing looks that he is capable of shooting at anyone at anytime. Equally strong are Peter Gallagher and Kelly Rowan as Sandy and Kirsten Cohen, complete opposites, who are completely in love with each other. Exploring their complex relationship as both parents and friends gives this show a great angle that is often not found in teen soap operas. Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper is the perfect soap opera character. She goes from one end of the spectrum to the other in her range of emotions and her feelings. You never know what is going to come next from the mouth of Julie Cooper. Rachel Bilson, Mischa Barton, Chris Carmack and Tate Donovan also add very important pieces to the mix of The O.C. They are the people that help to shape Orange County, contributing in varying ways to the success of the season and to the lives of all those around them. This show thrives for many reasons. Of course there are the parties and the good times that appeal to the younger crowd. But to me, the success of this show hinges a lot on the adult relationships and the adult story lines. Creator Josh Schwartz has done a fantastic job of developing these very important characters that the fantastic actors have brought to life. Without Sandy and Kirsten Cohen and Julie and Jimmy Cooper, the stories that their kids work through would not be the same. It is obvious that the parents have a big impact on their kids' lives and that makes this show unlike many teen soaps that seem to often put the parents on a back burner. These parents get great story lines and really, Julie Cooper is the one person on the show that you love to hate. This set is highly recommended and hopefully the second season, which recently began on FOX, will continue the great story lines and great character development that we saw in the first season. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002V7TZQ | | Actors | Adam Brody, Benjamin Mckenzie, Mischa Barton, Rachel Bilson, Tate Donovan | | Aspect Ratio | 1.33:1 | | Best Sellers Rank | #38,547 in Movies & TV ( See Top 100 in Movies & TV ) #631 in Music Videos & Concerts (Movies & TV) #1,478 in Romance (Movies & TV) #4,389 in Comedy (Movies & TV) | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (864) | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Language | English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround), Unqualified | | MPAA rating | NR (Not Rated) | | Media Format | Box set, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Multiple Formats, NTSC, Subtitled | | Number of discs | 7 | | Producers | Stephanie Savage | | Product Dimensions | 7.4 x 5.39 x 0.94 inches; 8.64 ounces | | Release date | June 26, 2007 | | Run time | 19 hours and 46 minutes | | Studio | Warner Home Video | | Subtitles: | English, French, Spanish | ## Product Details - **Format:** Box set, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Multiple Formats, NTSC, Subtitled - **Genre:** Music Videos & Concerts - **Language:** English - **Number Of Discs:** 7 ## Images ![The O.C.: Season 1 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91ja2UXKKHL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good show *by S***R on August 31, 2014* The O.C. was the latest in a line of teen-centric night time soap operas that sprang up in the early-mid 2000s. It was what I would describe as a mini "it show" in that it was very popular out of the gate, and had some main stream exposure. It was not necessarily a show that you could not miss on a weekly basis, but it was talked about a lot. The easy comparisons are to shows like 90210, Dawson's Creek etc. There are certainly elements from those shows, and pretty much every other show in the genre that popped up in this one. But unlike some of those, the show also made the stories with the adults interesting enough that you did not have to be in (or recently graduated from) high school at the time to appreciate it. The first season had a lot of episodes (27 in all) and as a result the story lines were kind of all over the place. It had a very large ensemble cast (some of whom would eventually be weeded out) and there was a lot going on with all the characters. The main story revolved around Ryan Atwood (played by Benjamin McKenzie) who was a good kid from Chino, but who had a bad family situation and was starting to follow his brother into a life of Crime. His public defender Sandy Cohen (Peter Gallagher) ends up taking him in (initially for the weekend) much to the chagrin of his wife (Kelly Rowan). The first part of the season really plays on Ryan adjusting to life in the rich, glitzy Newport Beach as he falls for the girl next door, Marissa (played by Mischa Barton), befriends the Cohen's teenage son Seth (played wonderfully by Adam Brody) and is always teetering on the edge of going back to juvie. The adult stories center around the Cohen's, the next door neighbors the Coopers and Kirsten Cohen's rich real estate mogul Caleb (played by Alan Dale). The standout from that story in my opinion was Julie Cooper, played by Melinda Clarke, who does a great "bad guy" character. In the beginning of the series she was almost an over the top caricature of the rich, snobby housewife who only cares about money, gossip and how she looks. Clarke stole almost every scene she was in, especially when her character was basically the butt of a joke, and she became more and more central to the story. The first season almost suffered from doing too much too soon. They were jamming so many stories into the first season that it seemed to jump all over the place. They honestly probably had enough material in the Ryan "crossing the tracks" story, and developing that to get through the season without introducing Kirsten's sister, some of the other Chino characters etc until season 2. That said, the show did a good enough job of juggling it all, ending a couple of the story lines (even though it meant getting rid of a couple of the characters), and making things flow well enough that it did not get too hard to follow. Overall the show was very good and entertaining. It was at time somewhat formulaic, given the genre. The themes mirrored many other similar shows, but thew in a Westside Story vibe and made it unique enough that it did not just seem like a carbon copy. The writing and acting were very good. The Ryan-Seth relationship (and all the things that stemmed from that like the Seth-Summer-Anna love triangle) made the teen part of the show work, and Peter Gallagher, who was involved in almost all the story lines set around the adults made everything else work. It definitely had the guilty pleasure soap-opera elements to it. Lots of skin (especially early on) and the will they/wont they bounce with the Ryan-Marissa relationship, but it also focused on more serious subjects like physical abuse, drug and alcohol abuse, homosexuality, abortion and the seemingly required adult-teenager sexual relationship. As far as extras go, there are a few making of and behind the scenes features on the last disc, as well as some deleted scenes. There are also commentary tracks on select episodes. Definitely enough there for those who like to watch the bonus material. The show is certainly not for everyone. If you only watch documentaries and high-brow dramas, this is not going to be your cup of tea. But it is a show that blended comedy and drama, and touched on enough serious subject matter that if you are a fan of the genre then you will probably like it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ California, Here We Come *by J***G on November 8, 2004* Soap operas have never been for me. I never watched Dawson's Creek when it was on the air, (although I have enjoyed the DVD sets), or Knot's Landing or Dallas, or any of the typical prime time soap operas. Something in the commercials for The O.C. dragged me in and I haven't left. Maybe it was the fact that it was one of a few new shows in a schedule full of reruns in August, but I think there was something more. This show, while geared toward a younger audience, revolves around not only the kids, but the well-developed parental characters. These strong adult characters provide a great backdrop with which to work with and allow for a lot of stories to work around each episode. Adam Brody is absolutely terrific as Seth Cohen. Without a doubt, he is the breakout star of this show, though kudos can also go out to Ben McKenzie for his brooding portrayal of Ryan Atwood. Brody's development over the course of the 27 episodes from geek to 'ladies' man' is quite impressive. He pulls off the whole scared little kid, yet mature young adult thing very, very well. McKenzie is also stellar, stealing many moments in the show with just the eye-piercing looks that he is capable of shooting at anyone at anytime. Equally strong are Peter Gallagher and Kelly Rowan as Sandy and Kirsten Cohen, complete opposites, who are completely in love with each other. Exploring their complex relationship as both parents and friends gives this show a great angle that is often not found in teen soap operas. Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper is the perfect soap opera character. She goes from one end of the spectrum to the other in her range of emotions and her feelings. You never know what is going to come next from the mouth of Julie Cooper. Rachel Bilson, Mischa Barton, Chris Carmack and Tate Donovan also add very important pieces to the mix of The O.C. They are the people that help to shape Orange County, contributing in varying ways to the success of the season and to the lives of all those around them. This show thrives for many reasons. Of course there are the parties and the good times that appeal to the younger crowd. But to me, the success of this show hinges a lot on the adult relationships and the adult story lines. Creator Josh Schwartz has done a fantastic job of developing these very important characters that the fantastic actors have brought to life. Without Sandy and Kirsten Cohen and Julie and Jimmy Cooper, the stories that their kids work through would not be the same. It is obvious that the parents have a big impact on their kids' lives and that makes this show unlike many teen soaps that seem to often put the parents on a back burner. These parents get great story lines and really, Julie Cooper is the one person on the show that you love to hate. This set is highly recommended and hopefully the second season, which recently began on FOX, will continue the great story lines and great character development that we saw in the first season. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by D***W on May 1, 2014* The first series of The O.C. is great, It has the perfect mixture of drama and comedy! 5 star show! ## Frequently Bought Together - The O.C.: Season 1 - The O.C.: Season 2 - The O.C.: Season 3 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/15766122-the-o-c-season-1](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/15766122-the-o-c-season-1) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-05-08*