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SEASON ONE-EVERWOOD PILOT Dr. Andrew Brown (Treat Williams, Hollywood Ending, The Late Shift) is a world-famous neurosurgeon whose career always overshadowed his obligations as a parent, until the day that his loving wife died. Faced with the daunting task of raising his two kids, 9-year-old Delia (Vivien Cardone, A Beautiful Mind) and 15-year-old Ephram (Gregory Smith, The Patriot) by himself, Andrew moves his family from New York to the beautiful Rocky Mountain town of Everwood, Colorado, where he opens a free medical clinic. Delia adjusts quickly to her new surroundings, but the sudden shift in everything he has ever known is hardest on Ephram, who resents all the years his father lavished on his career at the expense of his family. THE GREAT DOCTOR BROWN Andy (Treat Williams) and Ephram's (Gregory Smith) fragile relationship is further strained when it appears that Andy is once again putting work before family. Meanwhile, as the town of Everwood celebrates its annual Fall Thaw Festival, Ephram's interest in Amy (Emily VanCamp) continues to blossom and Delia (Vivien Cardone) gets into trouble at school for questioning her teacher's antiquated rules. FRIENDLY FIRE Andy's (Treat Williams) neighbor and friend Nina (Stephanie Niznik) is ostracized by the townspeople when they discover she is a surrogate mother for a woman in her mid-50s. Andy's clumsy attempt to come to Nina's defense backfires, but she turns to him and Ephram (Gregory Smith) for help when the baby makes an unexpectedly early arrival. Meanwhile, Ephram is dealt an emotional blow when Amy (Emily VanCamp) disinvites him to a party in order to gain the approval of her friends; and Delia (Vivien Cardone) attempts to befriend the school bully, Magilla (guest star Bret Loehr THE DOCTOR IS IN Amy (Emily VanCamp) is heartbroken and Ephram (Gregory Smith) is furious when Andy (Treat Williams) decides against performing a risky operation on Amy's comatose boyfriend. Meanwhile, Delia (Vivien Cardone) is forbidden from playing with her only friend, Magilla (guest star Bret Loehr), after his parents discover them playing dress up; and a traveling psychologist, Dr. Trott (Jane Krakowski), creates quite a stir in the Everwood community. Debra Mooney, John Beasley, Chris Pratt and Tom Amandes also star. Steve Gyllenhaal directed the episode written by Vanessa Taylor. THE KISSING BRIDGE Dr. Brown (Treat Williams) and Dr. Abbott (Tom Amandes) must put their striking differences aside to educate the town of Everwood after several of their teenaged patients are diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease. To make sensitive matters worse, Dr. Abbott has reason to suspect that his son, Bright (Chris Pratt), may have been intimate with one of the patients. Meanwhile, Ephram (Gregory Smith) pushes his romantic feelings aside to comfort Amy (Emily VanCamp) who is distraught over not being able to go to the Fall Dance with her boyfriend who remains in a coma. DEER GOD After a lost deer makes the Browns' backyard its new home, Andy (Treat Williams) insists on accompanying Ephram (Gregory Smith) who decides to help the animal find its way home to the wilderness. Meanwhile, Ephram finally admits to Amy (Emily VanCamp) that he never asked his father to consider operating on her boyfriend, Colin, who is in a coma; and Delia (Vivien Cardone) questions the existence of God. Debra Mooney, John Beasley, Chris Pratt and Tom Amandes also star. Michael Green wrote the episode directed by Arlene Sanford. TILL DEATH DO US PART As Dr. Brown (Treat Williams) operates on Amy's (Emily VanCamp) comatose boyfriend, Colin (Mike Erwin), with the help of his friend and surgery partner from New York, Dr. Brian Holderman (guest star Lamont Thompson), Amy leans on Ephram (Gregory Smith) for support as she awaits the outcome. Meanwhile, an emotional Bright (Chris Pratt) breaks down and admits what actually happened the day of the car accident. Debra Mooney, John Beasley, Vivien Cardone and Tom Amandes also star. Jason Moore directed the episode written by Joan Binder Weiss. TURF WARS Andy's (Treat Williams) parenting skills are questioned when Ephram (Gregory Smith) and Delia's (Vivien Cardone) grandparents (guest stars Mark Rydell and Doris Belack) pay them an unexpected visit to check up on their son-in-law. Meanwhile, Ephram sneaks out of the house to see Amy (Emily VanCamp) who is still emotionally recovering from the aftermath of Colin's (Mike Erwin) surgery. Debra Mooney, John Beasley, Chris Pratt and Tom Amandes also star. Steve Gomer directed the episode written by supervising producer Rina Mimoun. IS THERE A DOCTOR IN THE HOUSE? Delia (Vivien Cardone) and her grandmother (guest star Doris Belack) throw a festive birthday party for a grumpy Edna (Debra Mooney) who hates this particular day of the year, but everyone winds up snowed in for the night when a big storm hits town. In the midst of it all, Bright (Chris Pratt) collapses from a burst appendix and Drs. Brown (Treat Williams) and Abbott (Tom Amandes) have to improvise an operating room before the infection spreads; while Andy and Ephram (Gregory Smith) let months of tension and hurt feelings explode in front of everyone with a threat of Ephram moving back to New York with his grandparents. Emily VanCamp and John Beasley also star. Robert Duncan McNeill ("Star Trek: Voyager") directed the episode written by Michael Green. THANKSGIVING TALE In hopes of raising his little sister Delia's (Vivien Cardone) spirits, Ephram (Gregory Smith) does his best to recreate his mother's Thanksgiving traditions as the Brown family spends their first holiday without her. Meanwhile, in order to save a patient's life, Dr. Brown (Treat Williams) must find the man's missing brother, who is believed to live in the woods; and curmudgeonly Dr. Abbott (Tom Amandes) attempts to befriend the entire town when he has a health scare and questions whether anyone would attend his funeral. VEGETATIVE STATE A heartbroken Ephram (Gregory Smith) finds himself the odd man out as Amy (Emily VanCamp) prepares for Colin's (Mike Erwin) homecoming. Meanwhile, Andy (Treat Williams) and Dr. Abbott (Tom Amandes) join the town in a debate over the use of medicinal marijuana after a large quantity is discovered in a deceased woman's greenhouse; and Andy provides medical guidance to Nina (Stephanie Niznik) after her son's teacher suggests she put him on Ritalin. Debra Mooney, John Beasley Vivien Cardone and Chris Pratt also star. Lev L. Spiro directed the episode written by John E. Pogue. THE PRICE OF FAME Much to resident thespian Dr. Abbott's (Tom Amandes) chagrin, Andy (Treat Williams) begrudgingly auditions and is offered the lead in Everwood's production of "The King and I." As Dr. Brown struggles with his lines, Ephram (Gregory Smith) struggles with his emotions when his intense feelings for Amy (Emily VanCamp) are complicated by Colin's (Mike Erwin) desire to be his friend. Debra Mooney, John Beasley, Vivien Cardone and Chris Pratt also star. Sandy Smolan directed the episode written by Rina Mimoun. SNOW JOB On a church ski trip chaperoned by perpetual party pooper Dr. Abbott (Tom Amandes), Amy (Emily VanCamp) and Colin (Mike Erwin) share their first kiss since the surgery; Ephram (Gregory Smith) finds himself intrigued by Colin's younger sister, Laynie (guest star Nora Zehetner), who has recently returned home from boarding school; and Bright (Chris Pratt) attempts to get to the next base with his girlfriend (guest star Devon Reilly). Meanwhile, Andy (Treat Williams) hesitantly agrees to attend a singles mixer with the recently divorced Reverend Keyes (guest star Tim Dekay). Debra Mooney, John Beasley and Vivien Cardone also star. David Petrarca directed the episode written by Michael Green. COLIN THE SECOND Although conflicted by his feelings for Amy (Emily VanCamp), Ephram (Gregory Smith) finds himself serving as confidante and friend to Amy's boyfriend, Colin (Mike Erwin), who continues to feel like a fish-out-of-water as he attempts to reclaim his life before the accident. Meanwhile, Andy (Treat Williams) hopes to convince Ephram to resume the piano lessons he abandoned after his mother's death; Nina's (Stephanie Niznik) absentee husband (guest star Dylan Walsh) comes home for a visit, which proves to be far from happily ever after; and in a bittersweet turn of events, Amy and Colin are nominated for Homecoming King and Queen. John Beasley and Vivien Cardone also star. Mel Damski directed the episode written by Joan Binder Weiss. MY FUNNY VALENTINE When traveling psychologist Dr. Gretchen Trott (guest star Jane Krakowski) comes back into town, Andy (Treat Williams) is forced to confront his potentially romantic feelings for her. In other romantic entanglements, Edna (Debra Mooney) and Irv (John Beasley) have difficulty adjusting to life after his heart attack scare; Harold (Tom Amandes) and his wife Rose (Merrilyn Gann) have it out after they attend couples therapy and she suggests that he's lost that lovin' feeling; and Ephram (Gregory Smith) asks Laynie (guest star Nora Zehetner) out on their first date, in part to show Amy (Emily VanCamp) that he's moving on with his life. Vivien Cardone, Chris Pratt and Mike Erwin also star. Michael Schultz directed the episode written by Vanessa Taylor. EVERWOOD CONFIDENTAL When Dr. Abbott's (Tom Amandes) dementia-plagued, elderly godfather (guest star Luke Askew) confesses to a murder that took place 30 years ago and reveals that Abbott's father was his accomplice, Abbott and Dr. Brown (Treat Williams) join the investigation in an attempt to find out what really happened and clear the men's names. Meanwhile, Ephram can't seem to keep Amy (Emily VanCamp) far from his thoughts, causing major problems in his burgeoning relationship with Laynie (Nora Zehetner); and Andy and Ephram's new piano teacher (guest star Ian Vogt) butt heads over what is best for Ephram. Debra Mooney, John Beasley and Vivien Cardone also star. Arlene Sanford directed the episode written by David Schulner. THE UNVEILING Approaching the anniversary of his mother's death, Ephram (Gregory Smith) confronts a repressed memory of his father (Treat Williams) cheating on his mother, causing an even bigger rift between father and son that eventually leads to a firestorm of emotions. Meanwhile, Amy (Emily VanCamp) grows concerned that Colin (Mike Erwin) might not be recovering as well as everyone thinks when he gets violently ill on one of their dates. Michael Schultz directed the episode written by creator/executive producer Greg Berlanti and Rina Mimoun. THE MIRACLE OF EVERWOOD Although Amy (Emily VanCamp) and Bright (Chris Pratt) are still living in denial regarding the state of Colin's (Mike Erwin) recovery, Ephram (Gregory Smith) can't ignore the bad signs any longer after he witnesses Colin freaking out and vandalizing the gym teacher's office. Meanwhile, a New York Magazine reporter pays a visit to Dr. Brown (Treat Williams) in hopes of uncovering the truth behind why the famed surgeon is still living in Everwood; and Delia (Vivien Cardone) decides to secretly spend the night in the Museum of History while on a school field trip. Arlene Sanford directed the episode written by Michael Green. MOONLIGHT SONATA A nervous Ephram (Gregory Smith) feels the pressure of performing his first piano recital in Everwood; Dr. Brown (Treat Williams) and Dr. Abbott attempt to diagnose a man (guest star Dan Merket) with a mysterious sleeping disorder that leaves welts on his body; and Amy (Emily VanCamp) pretends to want to spend time with her grandmother, Edna (Debra Mooney), in order to secretly see Colin (Mike Erwin) while she's grounded. John Beasley, Vivien Cardone and Chris Pratt also star. Michael Schultz directed the episode written by Wendy Mericle & Patrick Sean Smith. EPISODE 20 In one of the most heartfelt and provocative episodes of this critically acclaimed drama, Dr. Andy Brown (Treat Williams) confronts important moral and professional issues when a pregnant 18 year old (guest star Kate Mara) and her father (guest star Kevin Tighe) come to him for guidance. Meanwhile, Ephram (Gregory Smith) is humiliated in front of the entire school when his date for the Spring Formal ditches him at the dance to make out with her boyfriend; and Amy (Emily VanCamp) and Colin (Mike Erwin) have a huge fight when she chooses to console Ephram against Colin's wishes. Debra Mooney, Vivien Cardone, Chris Pratt and Tom Amandes also star. David Petrarca directed the episode written by creator/executive producer Greg Berlanti and Vanessa Taylor. FEAR ITSELF Resentful at being forced to accompany Andy (Treat Williams) and Irv (John Beasley) to a remote lake cabin, Ephram (Gregory Smith) takes a small boat out alone and his inexperience leads to a serious accident and a night of terror for Andy. Meanwhile, Colin (Mike Erwin) and his parents (guest stars Nancy Everhard and Michael Flynn) must decide whether to allow Dr. Brown to perform a second dangerous surgery; and Nina (guest star Stephanie Niznik) confronts her husband Carl (guest star Dylan Walsh) after she accidentally discovers he is having an affair. Emily VanCamp, Debra Mooney, Vivien Cardone and Tom Amandes also star. Michael Katleman directed the episode written by John E. Pogue. HOME As the day of Colin's (Mike Erwin) surgery approaches and emotions run high, Andy (Treat Williams) takes Ephram (Gregory Smith) and Delia (Vivien Cardone) on a road trip to his old medical school to consult with his mentor, Dr. Donald Douglas (guest star Philip Baker Hall). Back in Everwood, Colin kidnaps Amy (Emily VanCamp) and Bright (Chris Pratt) in the middle of the night to surprise them with a special day of memories and hopes for the future. Debra Mooney, John Beasley and Tom Amandes also star. The episode was directed by Sandy Smolan from a story by Greg Berlanti & Vanessa Taylor and a teleplay by Michael Green & Rina Mimoun.
SEASON TWO-EVERWOOD THE LAST OF SUMMER In last season's emotional cliffhanger, Dr. Brown (Treat Williams) performed radical brain surgery on Colin Hart (Mike Erwin) in an effort to save his life. In the series' dramatic second season premiere, Colin's fate will be revealed. Gregory Smith, Emily VanCamp, Debra Mooney, John Beasley, Vivien Cardone, Chris Pratt, Stephanie Niznik and Tom Amandes also star. Creator/Executive Producer Greg Berlanti and Co-Executive Producer Rina Mimoun wrote the episode directed by Michael Schultz. EXTRA ORDINARY Andy (Treat Williams) is concerned that Ephram needs more extracurricular activities to get into a top college, but Ephram is only focused on his Juilliard audition, which has surprising results. Amy's (Emily Van Camp) lack of interest in college preparation alarms her mother (Merrilyn Gann) more than her father (Tom Amandes). Bright's (Chris Pratt) poor grades get him kicked off the football team, threatening the scholarship his father believes may be his only chance to get into a decent school. Meanwhile, Andy tries to help a cheerleader (guest star Kristen Bell) with ruptured breast implants, who cares more about looking good than her own health. Debra Mooney, Vivien Cardone, John Beasley and Stephanie Niznik also star. David Petrarca directed from a script by Michael Green. MY BROTHER'S KEEPER The entire Abbot's family is turned upside down by the return of Dr. Linda Abbott (Marcia Cross, "Melrose Place"), who has been practicing Eastern-based medicine in exotic locations the world. Edna (Debra Mooney), who is blinded with pride, doesn't see her daughter's loneliness, and loses sight of her own life with Irv (John Beasely). But Linda encounters the most resistance from her brother Harold (Tom Amandes) when she announces her decision to join his practice. Meanwhile, Andy (Treat Williams) learns that some 'tweens may be practicing unsafe sex, and is shocked at their parents reaction to the situation. Finally, Bright (Chris Pratt) asks Ephram (Gregory Smith) to keep an eye on Amy (Emily VanCamp), whose odd behavior has everyone worried. Vivien Cardone and Stephanie Niznik also star. Vanessa Taylor wrote the episode directed by Michael Schultz. EAST MEETS WEST Andy's (Treat Williams) well-intentioned plan to give Ephram more free time by hiring college student Madison Kellner (guest star Sarah Lancaster) as a caretaker for Delia (Vivien Cardone) ends up making things worse when Madison treats Ephram like a child as well, and embarrasses him in front of Amy (Emily VanCamp). Meanwhile, Andy's concern for Colin's alcoholic father (guest star Michael Flynn) blinds him to Nina's (Stephanie Niznik) struggles with her divorce proceedings. Dr. Abbot continues to clash with his sister, Dr. Linda Abbott (Marcia Cross), when she tries to take over his office and the difference in their personalities and medical philosophies become alarmingly clear. Chris Pratt, Debra Mooney and John Beasely also star. John E Pogue wrote the episode directed by David Petrarca. DADDY'S LITTLE GIRL When Andy (Treat Williams) invites Linda Abbott (Marcia Cross) over for dinner to discuss a patient, Delia (Vivien Cardone) lashes out through foul language, but it is an enlightened Ephram who figures out the cause of his sister's bad behavior, thanks to insight provided by Madison (Sarah Lancaster). Amy's (Emily Van Camp) depression deepens, but when her therapist recommends medication, Dr. Abbott (Tom Amandes) refuses to write a prescription to help his daughter cope with Colin's death. John Beasley, Debra Mooney, Stephanie Niznik and Chris Pratt also star. Peter Lauer directed from a script written by Rina Mimoun and Joan Binder Weiss. BLIND FAITH Dr. Abbott (Tom Amandes) suspects that Linda (Marcia Cross) and Andy (Treat Williams) like each other more than they should, so he decides to set his sister up with more appropriate suitors. Meanwhile, Ephram (Gregory Smith) finally has the courage to tell Amy (Emily Van Camp) how he really feels about their relationship, but he is confused by his feelings for Madison (Sarah Lancaster), who comes to the rescue when Ephram needs help to pass his driving test. Andy tries to help the soon-to-be-remarried Reverend Keyes (guest star Tim DeKay) cope with his impending blindness, but the minister would rather leave his fate to God than attempt a new treatment that might save his sight. Debra Mooney, John Beasley, Vivien Cardone, Chris Pratt and Stepahinie Niznik also star. Sandy Smolan directed from a script written by David Hudgins. THREE MINERS FROM EVERWOOD When a coal mine collapses, Dr. Brown (Treat Williams), together with Edna (Debra Mooney), Linda (Marcia Cross) and Harold Abbott (Tom Amandes), rush to the scene to assist their neighbors. One miner is Will Cleveland (guest star James Earl Jones, "The Great White Hope," "Field of Dreams"), a jazz pianist who has recently become Ephram's mentor; another is Abbott's next door neighbor (guest star Beau Bridges, "The Second Civil War"), whose outrageous building plans Harold has tried to thwart; and the third Andy's patient Ellie Beels (guest star Kirsten Nelson, "The West Wing"), who has been trying to conceive a baby. All three doctors utilize their special skills under terrible conditions, but it is Andy who must confront his biggest fears in order to save lives. Stephanie Niznik, Vivien Cardone, John Beasley and Chris Pratt also star. Michael Schultz directed from a script by Michael Green.
