Withdrawal

what happens

Donna is not seriously injured, and forgives Dylan for the accident. Dylan's friends encourage him to check into rehab. Kelly acts very pushy and suggests that Gina and Matt are responsible for Dylan's problems. Dylan sneaks out the bathroom window and attempts to go through withdrawal on his own. Kelly finds him lying on her doorstep and takes him to the hospital. Matt cuts a deal with the district attorney to keep Dylan out of jail, but isn't sure that he deserves another chance. Dylan goes into cardiac arrest and has to be revived through a defibrillator. Kelly realizes that she must back off and learn to respect Gina's relationship with Dylan. Matt receives a surprising call from a woman in New York. Donna designs a gown for a famous singer to wear to a nationally televised awards show. She fears that she is ruined when the woman looks like a wreck (with uncombed hair and garish accessories). However, the teenagers who emulate the singer soon flock to Donna's store. Steve gets into

who made it

directed

Kevin Inch

guest cast

Billed for this episode only — the turn people remember an episode for.

• Luke Perry as Dylan McKay
• Vanessa Marcil as Gina Kincaid
• Nancy O'Dell as Nancy O'Dell
• Rosa Blasi as Clara Covington
• Alana Curry as Joan
• Cari Shayne as Lauren Durning
• Dawn Stern as Nancy Walters
• David Gautreaux as Dr. Kramer