The teen drama genre has always captivated audiences with its intense emotions, complex relationships, and unforgettable characters. If you’re a fan of The O.C. and are looking for more shows that bring the same level of drama and excitement, you’re in the right place. Check out these 12 TV shows that will surely keep you hooked.

1. Gossip Girl

Gossip Girl follows the lives of privileged teenagers living in New York City’s Upper East Side. The show stars Blake Lively, Leighton Meester, and Penn Badgley, and it is filled with scandal, romance, and drama.

2. One Tree Hill

One Tree Hill centers on two half-brothers, Lucas and Nathan Scott, who compete for positions on their school’s basketball team and the affection of the same girl. The series stars Chad Michael Murray, James Lafferty, and Hilarie Burton.

3. Dawson’s Creek

Dawson’s Creek is a coming-of-age series that follows the lives of Dawson Leery and his friends in the small town of Capeside. The show features James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, and Michelle Williams.

4. 90210

90210 is a modern spin-off of the classic Beverly Hills, 90210, focusing on a new generation of teenagers dealing with life’s challenges in Beverly Hills. The show stars Shenae Grimes, Tristan Wilds, and AnnaLynne McCord.

5. Veronica Mars

Veronica Mars follows a high school student who moonlights as a private investigator to solve various mysteries in her hometown. Kristen Bell stars as the titular character, bringing a mix of drama and intrigue to the series.

6. The Vampire Diaries

The Vampire Diaries is a supernatural drama that revolves around the lives of Elena Gilbert and the Salvatore brothers, who are vampires. The show stars Nina Dobrev, Paul Wesley, and Ian Somerhalder.

7. Friday Night Lights

Friday Night Lights centers on a high school football team in the small town of Dillon, Texas, and explores the pressures faced by the players and their families. The series stars Kyle Chandler, Connie Britton, and Taylor Kitsch.

8. Pretty Little Liars

Pretty Little Liars follows a group of friends who are tormented by a mysterious figure known as “A” after their friend Alison goes missing. The show features Troian Bellisario, Ashley Benson, and Lucy Hale.

9. The Fosters

The Fosters is a family drama that follows a multi-ethnic family led by a lesbian couple raising biological, adopted, and foster children. The series stars Teri Polo, Sherri Saum, and Maia Mitchell.

10. Riverdale

Riverdale is a dark, modern twist on the classic Archie Comics characters, focusing on the mysterious happenings in the seemingly innocent town of Riverdale. The show stars KJ Apa, Lili Reinhart, and Camila Mendes.

11. Skins

Skins is a British teen drama that follows a group of teenagers in Bristol as they navigate love, friendship, and family issues. The show features Nicholas Hoult, Kaya Scodelario, and Hannah Murray.

12. The Secret Life of the American Teenager

The Secret Life of the American Teenager centers on the life of Amy Juergens, a teenager dealing with an unexpected pregnancy and its impact on her life and relationships. The series stars Shailene Woodley, Ken Baumann, and Daren Kagasoff.

These shows offer a mix of romance, drama, and intrigue that fans of The O.C. are sure to enjoy. Happy watching!