"Return Of The Future" is the eleventh episode of the third season of One Tree Hill and the 56th produced episode of the series. It was broadcasted on January 18, 2006. After losing their second game of the season, the Ravens receive tough love from Whitey. Peyton and Ellie try to recruit rock band Nada Surf for their benefit album. Haley reveals a disturbing fact to Nathan, and Brooke plans a romantic night for Lucas after learning that he submitted her fashion designs to a prestigious competition in New York and a familiar face returns to Tree Hill.