The O.C. Reality TV Guide: Format, Cast and Facts
A TMDB-backed guide to The O.C., including cast, release facts, genres and watch-provider notes.

The O.C. (2003) — an evergreen reference for this TV series: the essentials, the cast, where to watch and what to watch next. It's nothing like where you live. And nothing like you imagine.
Where to watch
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Hulu, HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Cast
Peter Gallagher as Sandy Cohen; Kelly Rowan as Kirsten Cohen; Ben McKenzie as Ryan Atwood; Adam Brody as Seth Cohen; Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper; Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts; Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend; Willa Holland as Kaitlin Cooper
About The O.C.
Ryan Atwood, a teen from the wrong side of the tracks, moves in with a wealthy family willing to give him a chance. But Ryan's arrival disturbs the status quo of the affluent, privileged community of Newport Beach, California.
More like The O.C.
- Beverly Hills, 90210
- Nancy Drew
- Life Unexpected
- The Fosters
- Degrassi
- Dawson's Creek
- Heartstopper
- Sullivan's Crossing
Figures and availability come from public TMDB data and are provided as a sourced reference.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The O.C.?
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Hulu, HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Who is in the cast of The O.C.?
Peter Gallagher as Sandy Cohen; Kelly Rowan as Kirsten Cohen; Ben McKenzie as Ryan Atwood; Adam Brody as Seth Cohen; Melinda Clarke as Julie Cooper; Rachel Bilson as Summer Roberts; Autumn Reeser as Taylor Townsend; Willa Holland as Kaitlin Cooper
Is this The O.C. guide official?
No. It uses TMDB data as a reference and is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.



