Episode 3×15 – The Heavy Lifting
Jackson Rathbone as Justin
Original Air Date: February 9, 2006
Episode Synopsis: In the aftermath of Johnny’s untimely death, the gang tries to sort out their problems and face the reality of the situation. Johnny’s cousin, Sadie Campbell, arrives in Newport for the funeral. Ryan helps her move into Johnny’s house and they to try to get rid of the nasty Kevin Volchok, causing Ryan to question his relationship with Marissa. Meanwhile, Kaitlin’s winter break is over, meaning that she must return to her boarding school, just as she gets close to her family. Kaitlin has mixed feelings about going back to school with Justin, but also leaving the trailer park where they live. And in the wake of Newport’s latest events, Kirsten and Julie press on with their Valentine’s Day party where Sandy and Seth get their Valentine’s Day gifts for Kirsten and Summer mixed up. Dr. Roberts professes his love for Julie, while Sandy and Kirsten continue to help Matt work out his arranged relationship with Maya.

Memorable Quotes

Kaitlin: Justin, what are you doing here?
Justin: Winter break is almost over,uh, thought you might want a ride back to school.
Kaitlin: You should save your gas money.
Justin: It’s a hybrid, it gets pretty good mileage so uh, gas isn’t an issue.
Kaitlin: Last time you came to town, you wanted me arrested.
Justin: That was my brother and I was thinking, I was hoping that we could talk… about our relationship.
Kaitlin: Our relationship? Today is not a good day.
Justin: Is there another day that would be better?
Kaitlin: I want you to leave… right now.
Justin: Kaitlin, are you okay? (Kaitlin slams the door in his face.)

Kaitlin: Yeah, but accidents don’t just happen. People let them happen.
Justin: I understand why it probably feels that way, but I’m sure if he were here, he’d be one of the first to take responsibility and thank you for trying to help him.
Kaitlin: You’re like an adult.
Justin: My parents are therapists. They’re annoying, but pretty smart.

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Episode 3×12 – The Sister Act
Jackson Rathbone as Justin
Original Air Date: January 19, 2005
Episode Synopsis: Trouble brews for the gang when Marissa’s younger sister, Kaitlin Cooper (whom is even more devious and amoral then Julie), arrives in Newport for a visit from her Montecito boarding school. Julie is finally forced to tell the truth about her living condition to Kaitlin and Marissa. Within a matter of hours, Kaitlin has hit upon Johnny and tries to get him and Marissa together despite knowing that she’s still dating Ryan. Soon, some of Kaitlin’s problems follow her to Newport involving her drug-dealing boyfriend Justin, and she fibs a lot to Ryan and Marissa about her problems. Meanwhile, Kirsten and Julie decide to start their own dating service, but the evil Veronica Townsend brings more trouble when she blackmails them to get her up on a date with Summer’s father. Johnny, frustrated that he will not be able to go on a surfing tour, beings to distance himself from Marissa.

Memorable Quotes

Justin: Hi, this the Cohen house?
Ryan: It is, can I help you
Justin: I’m looking for someone, I guess I had the wrong address. A Persain guy said I could find her here, Kaitlin Cooper?
Ryan: You a friend of hers?
Justin: I really need to get a hold of her. She here or not?
Ryan: Look man, I haven’t seen Kaitlin since she was eleven and rode a pony.
Justin: Alright, well, if she shows up, call me. It’s important.

Ryan: Here it is, most of it anyway.
Justin: Thanks. So uh, where’s Kaitlin?
Ryan: Uh, with her sister, why? Why do I get the feeling this isn’t just about the money?
Justin: Just thought Kaitlin might come by with you. To apologize or something. The least she could do is just apologize. So she didn’t say anything to you about me at all?
Ryan: Like?
Justin: I don’t know.
Ryan: You’re in love with her.
Justin: Maybe I thought I was, but…
Ryan: But what?
Justin: Just be careful with that girl, man. She’s… amazing.