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It's the end of something simple. And the beginning of everything else.
Dawson's Creek is an American teen drama that portrays the fictional lives of a close-knit group of teenagers through high school and college.
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Checked Sep 4, 2026
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Dawson's Creek is an American teen drama that portrays the fictional lives of a close-knit group of teenagers through high school and college.
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Episode 1
Film-buff Dawson finds his best friend, Joey, growing jealous of his attraction to a neighbor's granddaughter. Meanwhile, pal Pacey falls in love with a mystery woman, who is really a teacher at Capeside.
Directed by Steve MinerWritten by Kevin WilliamsonGuest stars Ted King, Leann Hunley, Mitchell Laurance, Nicole Nieth, George Gaffney, Ed Grady, Rick Forrester
Episode 2
Dawson casts Jen as the new leading lady in his film, but creates a messy off-camera scene during her date at the school dance. Meanwhile, Joey confronts Mrs. Leery about her liaisons; and Pacey gets under Tamara's skin with his public flirting.
Directed by Steve MinerWritten by Kevin WilliamsonGuest stars Scott Foley, Leann Hunley, Mitchell Laurance, Nicole Nieth
Episode 3
While working on the film class's movies, team player Dawson has a hard time being stuck in the background. Meanwhile as he plots to give Jen the "perfect kiss", Joey is swept away by a handsome stranger and Pacey tries to graduate to manhood.
Directed by Michael Toshiyuki UnoWritten by Rob ThomasGuest stars Scott Foley, Leann Hunley, Mitchell Laurance, Ian Bohen, Angela Ray, Obi Ndefo
Episode 4
Dawson turns to Jen after learning of his mom's affair, and Joey's knowledge of it. But he regrets doing so when she tells him some of her problems; meanwhile Pacey and Tamara continue to tempt fate with their fling.
Directed by Steve MinerWritten by Jon Harmon FeldmanGuest stars Leann Hunley, Ric Reitz, Mitchell Laurance, Ed Grady
Episode 5
When a major hurricane moves inland, all take refuge in the Leery home, where Dawson rages at Jen about her past, and Mitch storms out after learning of Gale's affair. That leaves a tormented Dawson to deal with their fallout. Meanwhile, Pacey ruins his brother's chances to get with Tamara at her beach house.
Directed by Lou AntonioWritten by Kevin WilliamsonGuest stars Dylan Neal, Leann Hunley, Ric Reitz, Obi Ndefo
Episode 6
Capeside is abuzz with rumors of a teacher's indiscretion, rumors that prove fateful for Pacey and Tamera. Meanwhile, Joey and Jen get a life lesson when Bessie is aided by an unlikely source when she gives birth in Dawson's living room.
Directed by Steve MinerWritten by Jon Harmon FeldmanGuest stars Thunderbird Dinwiddie, Dylan Neal, Leann Hunley, Obi Ndefo
Episode 7
In what is said to be one of the best episodes, the gang, after committing various violations at school, gets stuck together for an 8 hour Saturday detention, where Dawson and Pacey turn against each another; and Joey offers a tearful partial explanation for her anger toward Jen.
Directed by Allan ArkushWritten by Mike WhiteGuest stars Monica Keena, Mike Pniewski, Barry Bell
Episode 8
Dawson feels the heat when Jen is visited by an old boyfriend; Joey lets off a bit too much steam at a beach party and ends up in a sticky situation; and tensions between Mitch and Gale reach the boiling point as they attempt to rebuild their marriage.
Directed by Michael FieldsWritten by Jon Harmon FeldmanGuest stars Scott Foley, Eion Bailey, Jeremy Moore, Paula Davis
Episode 9
Hoping to get over Jen, Dawson agrees to join Pacey and Billy in a boys night out and finds what he is looking for in another woman. Meanwhile Jen handles damage control after Joey becomes the subject of a rumor at school.
Directed by Steven RobmanWritten by Rob ThomasGuest stars Monica Keena, Eion Bailey, Eric Balfour, Melissa McBride, J.R. Rodriguez, Helen Baldwin
Episode 10
A double date finds Jen and Cliff joined by Dawson and a savvy sidekick who calls him on a plot to make Jen jealous. But it's Dawson turn to turn green when Pacey grows close to Joey working on a project.
Directed by David SemelWritten by Jon Harmon FeldmanGuest stars Scott Foley, Megahn Perry, Keith Flippen, Craig Edwards, Shanda Lee Munson
Episode 11
In honor of Friday the 13th, Dawson, plans a séance for the gang, they are all spooked by reports of a serial killer heading towards Capeside.
Directed by Rodman FlenderWritten by Mike WhiteGuest stars Scott Foley, Justin Matthew Smith, Mitchell Laurance, Jennifer McComb, David Blanchard, Ed Grady, Patt Noday
Episode 12
Joey and Pacey enter a beauty competition; Jen regrets her breakup with Dawson.
Directed by Arvin BrownGuest stars Lori Rom, Tara Killian, Cara Stoner, Marguerite Lowell, Robby Preddy, Courtney Cole-Fendley, G. Martin Eckhardt
Episode 13
In the season finale, Dawson and Joey confront their true feelings. Joey, visits her father in prison, and debates leaving to go to France.
Directed by David SemelWritten by Mike WhiteGuest stars Dylan Neal, Richard Fullerton, Helen Baldwin, Ed Grady, Gareth Williams
Episode information updated Sep 19, 2026
James Van Der BeekDawson Leery
Katie HolmesJoey Potter
Michelle WilliamsJen Lindley
Joshua JacksonPacey Witter
Meredith MonroeAndie McPhee
Kerr SmithJack McPhee
Busy PhilippsAudrey Liddell
Mary-Margaret HumesGail Leery
The WBUnited States
Sony Pictures TelevisionUnited States
Outerbanks EntertainmentUnited States
Columbia TriStar TelevisionUnited States
Procter & Gamble ProductionsUnited States
