EMOTIONS IN MOTION -- At the onset of their sophomore year of high school, Dawson Leery (James Van Der Beek) and his best friend, Josephine "Joey" Potter (Katie Holmes), battle with the knowledge that their lifelong friendship may be changing. Adding to Joey's confusing emotions is the arrival of the radiant Jennifer Lindley (Michelle Williams), who appears to be "the girl next door," but has an air of mystery surrounding her as she harbors a dark secret from her past. Rounding out the clique is Pacey (Joshua Jackson), whose gift for sarcasm is topped only be an over-confident knack for stumbling awkwardly unprepared into adult situations.Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp, Mary Beth Peil and Nina Repeta also star. Kevin Williamson wrote the episode directed by Steve Miner.
A FIRST FOR EVERYTHING -- Dawson (James Van Der Beek) experiences his first bout of jealousy when Jen (Michelle Williams) accepts a date with Cliff the superjock (guest star Scott Foley); after their first kiss, Tamara (Leann Hunley) does her best to elude Pacey (Joshua Jackson) but they once again find themselves in a compromising situation; and Joey (Katie Holmes) makes it clear to Dawson¹s mother (Mary-Margaret Humes) that she knows her secret.John Wesley Shipp, Mary Beth Peil and Nina Repeta also star. Kevin Williamson wrote the episode directed by Steve Miner.
TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES -- Dawson's (James Van Der Beek) dream of a perfect, storybook first kiss with Jen (Michelle Williams) may finally be coming true, but his plans may not go according to schedule when Jen discovers a secret that breaks up the romantic moment; at school, Dawson has the opportunity to join the film class as a silent observer, but can't keep quiet when he sees the film is in trouble; Joey (Katie Holmes) finds herself swept away by Anderson Crawford (guest-star Ian Bohen), an attractive, wealthy preppy whose family has docked their sailboat in Capeside; and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) and Ms. Jacobs' (guest star Leann Hunley) secret rendezvous may no longer be so secret.Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp, Mary Beth Peil and Nina Repeta also star. Rob Thomas wrote the episode directed by Michael Uno.
HIDDEN TRUTHS -- On the day of Dawson's (James Van Der Beek) parents' twentieth wedding anniversary, he spots his mother (Mary-Margaret Humes) with another man. Later, Dawson turns to his best friend Joey (Katie Holmes), rather than his girlfriend Jen (Michelle Williams), when he needs a friend to confide in about his suspicions. Upon turning to Joey he feels betrayed when she confesses she has known about his mother's dishonesty. Jen finally reveals to Dawson her dark past about her life in New York and based on his surprise reaction, she turns to an unlikely source for advice. Meanwhile, Pacey and Ms. Jacobs (guest star Leann Hunley) continue to grow closer but they are having a hard time keeping their tryst a secret after Dawson unknowingly captures their romance on videotape.Mary Beth Peil and Nina Repeta also star. Jon Harmon Feldman wrote the episode directed by Steve Miner.
CAPESIDE UNDER SIEGE -- When the Leerys, the Potters, Jen (Michelle Williams) and her grandmother (Mary Beth Peil) are confined to the Leery house during a hurricane, temperaments run high when Dawson (James Van Der Beek) angrily confronts his mother about her affair; Gale (Mary-Margaret Humes) confesses the error of her ways, shattering Mitch's (John Wesley Shipp) world; and Jen's grandmother exchanges acrimonious words with Bessie (Nina Repeta) and Bodie (guest star Obi Nfedo) about their relationship and their unborn child. Meanwhile, across town, Pacey (Joshua Jackson) and Tamara (guest star Leann Hunley) struggle to keep their emotions under control as they weather out the storm in her house with Pacey's older brother, Deputy Doug Witter (guest star Dylan Neal).Katie Holmes also stars. Kevin Williamson and Dana Baratta wrote the episode directed by Lou Antonio.
HUSH LITTLE BABY-- As Bessie (Nina Repeta) goes into labor at the Leery household, Joey (Katie Holmes) turns to Dawson (James Van Der Beek) for solace when her sister's anguish floods her with memories of her mother's death; Jen (Michelle Williams) must put aside her religious differences with Gram (Mary Beth Peil), who must overcome her own racial judgements, when they are the only ones who must deliver the baby. Meanwhile, when rumors of Pacey's (Joshua Jackson) closeness with Miss Jacobs (guest star Leann Hunley) begin to spread, the school board calls for an emergency meeting to decide her fate.Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesly Shipp also star. Steve directed the episode written by Jon Harmon Feldman.
TRUTH OR DARE -- Emotions run rampant I the halls of Capeside High when Dawson (James Van Der Beek), Joey (Katie Holmes), Jen (Michelle Williams) and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) are all saddled with Saturday detention. But the detention rapidly evolves into a game of truth or dare forcing the friends to face their true feelings for each other, revealing that sometimes a kiss is just a kiss and sometimes it¹s more.Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp, Mary Beth Peil and Nina Repeta also star. Mike White wrote the episode directed by Alan Arkush.
MY BOYFRIEND'S BACK -- Jen's ( Michelle Williams) ex-boyfriend from New York (guest star Eion Bailey) shows up in Capeside to win her back, and from Dawson¹s (James Van Der Beek) callow point of view it seems to be happening; Pacey (Joshua Jackson) convinces an overworked and tired Joey (Katie Holmes) to crash a party and her evening ands in unforeseen results; and Gale (Mary-Margaret Humes) and Mitch (John Wesley Shipp) continue to work on bringing romance back into their shattered marriage.Mary Beth Peil and Nina Repeta also star. Michael Fields directed the episode written by Jon Harmon Feldman and Dana Baratta and story by Charles Rosin and Karen Rosin.
BOYS WILL BE BOYS -- Dawson (James Van Der Beek), heartbroken after his break-up with Jen (Michelle Williams), allows himself to be coerced into an impetuous road trip with Pacey (Josh Jackson) and Jen's ex-boyfriend, Billy (guest star Eion Bailey). Meanwhile, Jen and Joey (Katie Holmes) find common ground confronting an arrogant Jock (guest star Eric Balfour).Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp, Mary Beth Peil and Nin Repeta also star. Steve Robman directed the episode written by Rob Thomas.
CIRCLE OF LOVE -- Dawson (James Van Der Beek), sulking over his break-up with Jen (Michelle Williams) and the knowledge that she has a date with Cliff (guest star Scott Foley), masterminds a double date to stay close to Jen. Meanwhile, Pacey (Joshua Jackson) starts to see Joey (Katie Holmes) in a new light and shares his feelings with Dawson, who then reevaluates his own feelings about their childhood friend.Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp, Mary Beth Peil and Nina Repeta also star. Jon Harmon Feldman wrote the episode directed by David Semel.
"SCREAM" WRITER KEVIN WILLIAMSON BRINGS HORROR TO CAPESIDE -- It's Friday the 13th in Capeside and Dawson (James Van Der Beek) revels in his infamous blood curdling practical jokes. Meanwhile, news hits the sleepy town that young women are being brutally murdered, and Jen (Michelle Williams) fears she might be the next victim when she receives a frightening anonymous phone call; and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) brings a peculiar woman (guest star Jennifer McComb), who does not know she is being stalked, to Dawson's where all guests have encounters of the scariest kind.Katie Holmes, Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp, Mary Beth Peil and Nina Repeta also star. Rodman Flender directed the episode written by Mike White.
NEVER JUDGE -- Joey (Katie Holmes) becomes the center of amorous attention when she enters a local beauty competition to earn money towards her future education; meanwhile, to the pageant judges' dismay, Pacey (Joshua Jackson) enters the pageant on the grounds that he is as qualified as any female contestant. Furthermore, on the eve of the extravaganza, Dawson (James Van Der Beek) is surrounded by romance when Jen (Michelle Williams) confesses her regrets about breaking off their relationship and Joey unburdens her heart.Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp, Mary Beth Peil and Nina Repeta also star. Dana Baratta wrote the episode directed by Arvin Brown.
A HEART-STOPPING SEASON FINALE -- When Dawson (James Van Der Beek) learns that Joey (Katie Holmes) might leave Capeside, he is forced to confront his true feelings for his childhood friend. But even though Joey has longed for Dawson for years, she must now decide if this is her one true love. Elsewhere, Jen (Michelle Williams) and Grams (Mary Beth Peil) concede their religious differences to mourn the death of a cherished family member.Joshua Jackson, Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp and Nina Repeta also star. Dana Baratta and Mike White wrote the episode directed by David Semel.
The WB's top teens start their second season. The show returns with the eagerly awaited resolution to Joey and Dawson's fateful kiss. In the aftermath of the lip-lock, the new couple is confused, and Jen---still grieving over the death of her grandfather---feels betrayed. Meanwhile, Pacey is thrilled that the "will they or won't they" saga is finally over although he too begins to feel left out when his friends forget his birthday. Pacey manages to recover, however, by flirting with Capeside newcomer Andie McPhee (new cast member Meredith Monroe).Dawson: James Van Der Beek. Joey: Katie Holmes. Jen: Michelle Williams. Pacey: Joshua Jackson. Abby: Monica Keena.
JUST BETWEEN FRIENDS - Dawson (James Van Der Beek) and Joey's (Katie Holmes) newfound affection hits its first crossroad when Joey discovers that Dawson has invaded her personal privacy but he is too consumed with malice and torment by the horrible things he has unearthed to consider forgiving her. Meanwhile, when Pacey's (Joshua Jackson) childhood friends are too distracted by their own predicament to remember his all-important 16th birthday, he sets out to expand his horizons; and Abby (Monica Keena) convinces a downhearted Jen (Michelle Williams) to unleash the wild side she hoped had been left behind in New York.Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp, Mary Beth Peil and Nina Repeta also star. Dennis Gordon directed the episode written by Dana Baratta.
THE LAST SEDUCTION - A class project pairing with Dawson (James Van Der Beek) provides Jen (Michelle Williams) with the perfect opportunity to use her powers of seduction to draw him away from Joey (Katie Holmes); while Pacey's teaming with Andie (Meredith Monroe) finds them at each other's throats. Meanwhile, Mitch (John Wesley Shipp) is doing his best to repress his anger towards Gale (Mary-Margaret Humes) for her affair, but in desperation decides that an open marriage is the only way to get back what they've lost.Mary Beth Piel, Nina Repeta, Monica Keena and Kerr Smith also star, David Semel directed the episode written by Mike White.
EXPRESS YOURSELF - When Joey (Katie Holmes) pursues her natural gift as an artist, a chasm develops between her and Dawson (James Van Der Beek) as he can't relate to this new interest, while Jack (Kerr Smith) displays a new side beyond his lack of waitering skills as a sensitive art lover. Meanwhile, Tamara Jacobs' (guest star Leann Hunley) unexpected return to Capeside throws Pacey (Joshua Jackson) for a major loop just as he and Andie (Meredith Monroe) discover a common ground and move past their sadistic sparring.Michelle Williams, John Wesley Shipp, Mary-Margaret Humes, Mary Beth Piel, Nina Repeta and Monica Keena also star. Jesus Trevino directed the episode written by Mike White.
BLAME IT ON THE MOON - On edge because of the ominous full moon, Dawson (James Van Der Beek) and Joey's (Katie Holmes) budding romance is overshadowed by the continuing deterioration of Mitch (John Wesley Shipp) and Gale's (Mary-Margaret Humes) marriage and Dawson's shattering discovery of his parents' Thursday night secret. Meanwhile, a promising first date is interrupted when Pacey (Joshua Jackson) gets a disturbing glimpse into Andie's (Meredith Monroe) home life, and Jen (Michelle Williams) plays with fire when she dates a mysterious older man (guest star Joe Flanigan).
Mary Beth Peil, Nina Repeta, Monica Keena and Kerr Smith also star. David Semel directed the episode written by Dana Baratta.
SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR ME - Joey's (Katie Holmes) secret hangs heavy between her and Dawson (James Van Der Beek) as they reluctantly attend the Homecoming Dance along with Pacey (Joshua Jackson), Andie (Meredith Monroe), Jack (Kerr Smith) and Jen (Michelle Williams), yet the dream of a perfect night ends in utter shambles. Back at the Leery home, Dawson is devastated when Mitch (John Wesley Shipp) and Gale (Mary-Margaret Humes) take the painful step of a trial separation.Mary Beth Peil, Nina Repeta and Monica Keena and also star. Lou Antonio directed the episode written by Jon Harmon Feldman.
PRESSURE COOKER - On the eve of an English mid-term, Dawson (James Van Der Beek), Joey (Katie Holmes), Pacey (Joshua Jackson), Andie (Meredith Monroe), Jen (Michelle Williams) and the school stud (guest star Jason Behr) are thrown together in an all-night cram session, but as night falls tempting distractions send the night spiraling out of control. A potentially fun study break turns ugly when a magazine "purity test" reveals hidden secrets.John Wesley Shipp, Mary-Margaret Humes, Nina Repeta, Monica Keena and Kerr Smith also star. David Semel directed the episode written by Greg Berlanti.
CAN'T WIN FOR LOSING - Dawson (James Van Der Beek) movie wins a prestigious film festival award, but his first major accomplishment as a filmmaker is overshadowed by the disintegration of his personal life, as Joey (Katie Holmes) continues to pull away, his dad (John Wesley Shipp) gets his own apartment and Jen (Michelle Williams) spirals out of control. Meanwhile, Pacey (Joshua Jackson) has nowhere to go but up after his guidance counselor paints a bleak picture of his future, but in a moment of crisis, a newly focused and inspired Pacey rises to the occasion and proves that Andie's (Meredith Monroe) belief in him is well-founded.Mary-Margaret Humes, Mary Beth Piel, Nina Repeta, Kerr Smith and Monica Keena also star. Joe Napolitano directed the episode written by Shelley Meals & Darin Goldberg.
THE POLITICS OF HIGH SCHOOL - Joey (Katie Holmes) joins Andie (Meredith Monroe) and Pacey's (Joshua Jackson) crusade to bring decency back to politics in the sophomore class election, but when their opponent Abby (Monica Keena) throws down the gauntlet by insulting Joey's father and digging up Andie's dark family history, there is no telling how ugly things could get. Meanwhile, Dawson (James Van Der Beek), whose screenwriting is suffering from his adult perspective, hesitantly accepts Jen's (Michelle Williams) tantalizing offer to help him experience the dark pain and exhilaration that comes with being a teenager, while Mitch (John Wesley Shipp) and Gale (Mary-Margaret Humes) use a plumbing emergency as an excuse to rekindle their amorous furniture fetish.Nina Repeta and Kerr Smith also star. Patrick Norris directed the episode written by Darin Goldberg & Shelley Meals.
TITANIC ROMANCE HITS CAPESIDE - As Dawson (James Van Der Beek) hashes out his entire relationship with Joey (Katie Holmes) in his new script, his real life heats up as a collaboration with Jen (Michelle Williams) on his new movie is thick with sexual tension that may inspire Dawson to act on impulse for once in his life. Meanwhile, Joey has graduated from fruit bowls to male nudes in art class, but may have bitten off more than she can chew when Jack (Kerr Smith) accidentally ruins her classwork and offers to pose for her; and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) exposes his romantic side as he and Andie (Meredith Monroe) continue their delicate dance towards intimacy.John Wesley Shipp, Mary-Margaret Humes, Nina Repeta, Mary Beth Piel and Monica Keena also star. James Whitmore Jr. directed the episode written by Jenny Bicks.
WHODUNIT - Dawson's (James Van Der Beek) gripping video report on mysteries sets a high standard for English class excellence, but when Abby (Monica Keena) finds a sexy and intriguing yet unsigned discarded love letter, she will stop at nothing to solve the real-life mystery in Capeside. Meanwhile, Dawson's script rewrites lead to speculation that he is sleeping with Jen (Michelle Williams), while Joey (Katie Holmes) and Jack (Kerr Smith) deal with the repercussions from their artistic interlude, and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) inexplicably gives Andie (Meredith Monroe) the cold shoulder.John Wesley Shipp, Mary-Margaret Humes, Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Piel also star. Nick Marck directed the episode written by Mike White & Greg Berlanti.
DON'T ROCK THE BOAT - A father-son fishing trip provides a forum for Dawson (James Van Der Beek) and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) to air their frustrations over their dysfunctional paternal relationships, and a last-minute addition to the crew has Dawson wishing he was back on dry land. Meanwhile, when the girls help Gale (Mary-Margaret Humes) with a news piece on teenage trends, Jen (Michelle Williams) and Joey (Katie Holmes) dig to the core of their animosity towards each other, and an unhealthy dose of Abby's (Monica Keena) bitterness nearly turns "Ladies Night" into a full-fledged cat fight.John Wesley Shipp, Nina Repeta, Mary Beth Piel, Meredith Monroe and Kerr Smith also star. Scott Paulin directed the episode written by Dana Baratta & Mike White.
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! - Dawson (James Van Der Beek) and Joey (Katie Holmes) continue struggling to redefine their post-break up friendship, while Dawson desperately searches for a leading lady for his film who can capture Joey's distinct, unattainable style, but when he finally finds his girl (guest star Rachael Leigh Cook), she may be more than he can handle. Meanwhile, Pacey (Joshua Jackson) tries to be supportive of Andie's (Meredith Monroe) precarious emotional state, but his earnest desire to help only places additional stress on her already full plate, and sparks fly when Jen (Michelle Williams) befriends an intriguing stranger (guest star Eddie Miles).John Wesley Shipp, Mary-Margaret Humes, Nina Repeta, Mary Beth Piel, Monica Keena and Kerr Smith also star. David Semel directed the episode written by Shelley Meals & Darin Goldberg.
REVELATIONS - In a compelling two-part episode, the Capeside High School gossip mill kicks into overdrive after Jack (Kerr Smith) bears his soul in a English assignment and is forced to expose his innermost secrets while reading the poem aloud in class, leaving Dawson (James Van Der Beek), Joey (Katie Holmes) and Andie (Meredith Monroe) shaken by the implications of what it all means. Meanwhile, Pacey (Joshua Jackson) tries to defend Jack in the face of an adversarial teacher, and Jen (Michelle Williams) finds her latest suitor Ty (guest star Eddie Mills) is full of surprises.John Wesley Shipp, Mary-Margaret Humes, Monica Keena, Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Piel also star. Sandy Smolen directed the episode written by Greg Berlanti.
THE TRUTH AND ITS CONSEQUENCES - On Dawson's (James Van Der Beek) advice, Joey (Katie Holmes) attempts to heal the wounds of her new romance with Jack (Kerr Smith) left shattered by rumor and innuendo, but when Jack confronts his innermost secrets, their lives and everyone's close to them will never be the same again. Meanwhile, for the first time in his life, Pacey (Joshua Jackson) stands up for what he believes in when he takes on an abusive teacher, but the consequences of his convictions are more than he could have imagined.Michelle Williams, John Wesley Shipp, Mary-Margaret Humes, Nina Repeta, Mary Beth Piel, Meredith Monroe and Monica Keena also star. Greg Prange directed the episode written by Kevin Williamson & Greg Berlanti.
SINGIN' THE BLUES - On the eve of Dawson's sixteenth birthday, Dawson (James Van Der Beek), Pacey (Joshua Jackson) and Andie (Meredith Monroe) follow her therapist's advice and throw themselves into an unabashed night of recklessness and the blues. Meanwhile, back at the Leery house, Joey (Katie Holmes) is organizing a surprise party for Dawson, but the longer the guest of honor is a no show, the more she is subject to surprises of her own; Jen (Michelle Williams) and Ty (guest star Eddie Mills) face up to the their potentially irreconcilable differences; and Gale (Mary Margaret Humes) and Mitch (John Wesley Shipp) come to decisions about how to raise their son in light of their separation.Nina Repeta and Monica Keena also star. David Semel directed the episode written by Heidi Ferrer.
FOLLOW YOUR HEART - Dawson's (James Van Der Beek) confidence as a filmmaker is shaken when his new teacher (guest star Madchen Amick, "Twin Peaks," "Fantasy Island") turns out to be a movie studio executive on sabbatical in Capeside and tel ls Dawson the painful truth about his amateur movie. The future is unsure for Joey (Katie Holmes) as well, when a fortune teller (guest star Rebecca Koon) advises her to be open to every new opportunity that crosses her path, and she stumbles into Colin (guest star Nick Stabile, "Sunset Beach"), a gorgeous photographer who brings out Joey's free-spirited side during a wild photo shoot.Joshua Jackson, Michelle Williams, John Wesley Shipp, Mary Beth Piel, Meredith Monroe and Kerr Smith also star. Patrick Norris directed the episode written by Dana Baratta.
LOVE WILL KEEP US TOGETHER - Joey (Katie Holmes) is distraught when her just-paroled father (guest star Gareth Williams) will be making his reintroduction into society by catering a posh wedding attended by all the bluebloods of Capeside, but the drama at the ceremony pales in comparison to the night's tragic end. Meanwhile, Dawson (James Van Der Beek) and his mom (Mary-Margaret Humes) share a pep talk about her desire to win Mitch back, but Mitch's (John Wesley Shipp) new squeeze Nicole (guest star Madchen Amick, "Twin Peaks," "Fantasy Island") stands in their way, while Abby (Monica Keena) and Jen (Michelle Williams) decide to crash the wedding for a little excitement, and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) tries to put a chink in Andie's (Meredith Monroe) armor of cynicism.Mary Beth Peil, Nina Repeta and Kerr Smith also star. Greg Prange directed the episode written by Mike White.
ASHES TO ASHES - The stunning news of the tragic death of a Capeside teen abruptly curtails Dawson (James Van Der Beek) and Joey's (Katie Holmes) long-awaited reconciliation, and while they try to sort through their own feelings of loss, Jen (Michelle Williams) is appalled by what she feels is blatant hypocrisy on the part of her mourning classmates. Meanwhile, Pacey (Joshua Jackson) is deeply concerned by Andie's (Meredith Monroe) drastic reaction to the accident, which triggers something in her about her dead brother.Mary-Margaret Humes, Mary Beth Peil, Monica Keena and Kerr Smith also star. David Semel directed the episode written by Mike White.
...AND IT FEELS SO GOOD? - As an attempt to inject some much-needed spontaneity into their relationship, Dawson (James Van Der Beek) takes Joey (Katie Holmes) to a fancy French restaurant, but the dining experience deteriorates into a farce when a reservation mix-up forces them to share a table with Mitch (John Wesley Shipp) and his date Nicole (recurring guest star Madchen Amick, "Twin Peaks," "Fantasy Island"), while Jen (Michelle Williams) and Gale (Mary-Margaret Humes) are having a girls' night out across the room. Meanwhile, Andie's (Meredith Monroe) deteriorating mental state has Pacey (Joshua Jackson) and Jack (Kerr Smith) deeply concerned as she appears more and more disoriented and anxious, but are at a loss as to how to bring her back from the emotional edge.Melanie Mayron directed the episode written by Greg Berlanti.
GROWING PAINS - Dawson (James Van Der Beek) is floundering to come up with a proper interview subject for his film class final project, and rather than turn the camera on himself in a self-aware examination of his own fears, he infuriates Joey (Katie Holmes) by dredging up her painful past and interviewing her father (guest star Gareth Williams) as an example of a man who has overcome tremendous odds by making a heroic life change. Meanwhile, Pacey's (Joshua Jackson) life gets turned upside-down when Mr. Joseph McPhee (guest star David Dukes) comes to town and announces that he is taking Andie (Meredith Monroe) and Jack (Kerr Smith) back to Providence with him, while Jen (Michelle Williams) begins making her own plans to leave town, feeling like she may have nowhere left to turn.Lou Antonio directed the episode written by Dana Baratta.
A HEARTBREAKING SEASON FINALE - When Dawson (James Van Der Beek) discovers that Joey's (Katie Holmes) father (guest star Gareth Williams) is back to his drug-dealing ways, DawsonÕs decision of what's right for his friend over what's right for their friendship could tear her family apart and forever change his relationship with Joey. Meanwhile, for the first time in his life Pacey (Joshua Jackson) stands up to his father's (guest star John Finn) painful abuse; Grams (Mary Beth Peil) desperately tries to reconcile with Jen (Michelle Williams) and bring her home; and Gale (Mary-Margaret Humes) struggles over her desire to keep her family together.Kerr Smith, John Wesley Shipp and Nina Repeta also star. Greg Prange directed the episode written by Greg Berlanti.
RISKY BUSINESS - Dawson (James Van Der Beek) returns from spending the summer in Philadelphia with his mother (Mary-Margaret Humes), and on his way home meets a beautiful young woman (guest star Brittany Daniel, "Sweet Valley High") who brings trouble to his otherwise ho-hum life. Meanwhile, Joey (Katie Holmes), who has frozen Dawson out all summer, realizes she is still reeling from their unexpected break-up when she sees him again, but may have found an unexpected new friend for their junior year; Jen (Michelle Williams) gets more than she bargained for when she takes on the fascist head cheerleader (guest star Vanessa Dorman, "Sunset Beach"); Mitch (John Wesley Shipp) accepts a new position as Capeside High's varsity football coach; and although Pacey (Joshua Jackson) tries to be brave, he has had a lonely summer without Andie (Meredith Monroe).Kerr Smith, Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Peil also star. Greg Prange directed the episode written by Tammy Ader.
Original air date: 9/29/99
ALL THE RIGHT MOVES - Dawson (James Van Der Beek) is recruited by his dad (John Wesley Shipp) and Principal Green (guest star Obba Babatundê, "Miss Evers' Boys") to produce a film for the football pep rally, but the stars of the film end up being Dawson and his lady friend Eve (guest star Brittany Daniel), not the Capeside Minutemen. Meanwhile, Pacey (Joshua Jackson) has enlisted Joey (Katie Holmes) for assistance in bringing Andie (Meredith Monroe) back to Capeside, but their long-awaited reunion doesn't go exactly as Pacey had intended; and Jack (Kerr Smith) comes to an unexpected understanding with his father (guest star David Dukes) who has returned to Capeside to be with Jack and Andie.Michelle Williams, Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Peil also star. Melanie Mayron directed the episode written by Greg Berlanti.
Original air date: 10/06/99
CHEATERS NEVER PROSPER - Dawson (James Van Der Beek) is stunned when Eve (guest star Brittany Daniel) presents him with a sneak peak at the PSAT test and everyone is tempted to cheat including Joey (Katie Holmes), whose scholarship is dependent on her SAT scores, and Andie (Meredith Monroe), who is desperately fighting for acceptance to Harvard. But when the test is stolen, it's Pacey (Joshua Jackson) that Dawson accuses since he sees Pacey slipping back to his old ways. Meanwhile, Jack (Kerr Smith) is insistent that the football team is purposely beating him down because he is gay.Michelle Williams, Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp, Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Peil also stars. Patrick Norris directed the episode written by Bonnie Schneider and Hadley Davies.
Original air date: 10/13/99
A MATTER OF FAITH - Father and son are at odds when Dawson (James Van Der Beek) moves forward with a news piece for his mom's Philadelphia station using Mitch's (John Wesley Shipp) star player, Jack (Kerr Smith), as his subject matter even though Mitch is vehemently opposed. Meanwhile, Joey (Katie Holmes) and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) find themselves in cahoots when they must pay the price for ditching class; Andie (Meredith Monroe) jumps to conclusions and panics about the reasons Principal Green (Obba Babatuné) wants to meet with her; and Jen (Michelle Williams) goes to great lengths to remove herself as head cheerleader but is shocked at the end results.Mary Beth Peil also stars. Nick Marck directed the episode written by Jeffrey Stepakoff.
Original air date: 10/20/99
FEELS LIKE A HEAT WAVE - Dawson (James Van Der Beek) plays detective when Eve's (guest star Brittany Daniel) mysterious ways, including breaking and entering and stealing, cause him to wonder about her reasons for being in Capeside, but the secrets he uncovers may drastically change the lives of others close to him. Meanwhile, Joey's (Katie Holmes) misgivings of Rob (guest star Niklaus Lang) lead her to crash his date with Andie (Meredith Monroe) but her good will backfires on her; and Jack (Kerr Smith) goes against Jen's (Michelle Williams) wishes and sets up a rendezvous for Henry (guest star Michael Pitt).John Wesley Shipp, Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Peil also star. Lou Antonio directed the episode written by Gina Fattore & Tom Kapinos.
Original air date: 10/27/99
TRUTH BE TOLD - Dawson (James Van Der Beek) is torn about telling Jen (Michelle Williams) the scandalous secret he has about Eve (guest star Brittany Daniel) and even more distressed when his mom (Mary-Margaret Humes) unexpectedly returns from Philadelphia. Meanwhile, Andie (Meredith Monroe) accuses Joey (Katie Holmes) of sabotaging her chance to reunite with Pacey (Joshua Jackson); and Jen shocks the entire town with the entertainment she has hired for the Annual Homecoming Queen Gala and shocks the very shy Henry (guest star Michael Pitt) even more when she asks him to be her escort.Kerr Smith, John Wesley Shipp, Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Peil also star. Greg Prange directed the episode written by Greg Berlanti and Alex Gansa.
Original air date: 11/10/99
AN HOMAGE TO "THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT" - In a bone-chilling installment, Dawson (James Van Der Beek) recruits Joey (Katie Holmes), Pacey (Joshua Jackson) and Jen (Michelle Williams) to be his guerilla crew on a documentary for history class about Witch Island, a local spot shrouded in mystery for its reputation for being haunted by witches. They are haunted by tall tales of witches and love lost that has Dawson and Joey questioning their own romance and Jen (Michelle Williams) and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) considering a new kind of friendship. Back at school, Andie (Meredith Monroe) takes her job on the school disciplinary committee a little too seriously when she tries take back the halls of Capeside.Kerr Smith, Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp, Mary Beth Peil and Nina Repeta also star. James Whitmore directed the episode written by Tom Kapinos.
Original air date: 11/17/99
A DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY THANKSGIVING - When Jen's (Michelle Williams) mom (guest star Mel Harris, "thirtysomething") unexpectedly arrives in Capeside on Thanksgiving morning, Dawson (James Van Der Beek) confronts her about her secret past, and makes a decision to help bridge the gap between the estranged mother and daughter. Meanwhile, Jen continues to pursue a new type of friendship with Pacey (Joshua Jackson), and Mitch (John Wesley Shipp) and Gale (Mary-Margaret Humes) make known the future of the Leery family.Meredith Monroe, Kerr Smith, Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Peil also star. Jim Charleston directed the episode written by Heidi Ferrer.
Original air date: 11/24/99
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ONLY THE LONELY - Dawson (James Van Der Beek) is suspicious of Pacey's (Joshua Jackson) awkward behavior and misconstrues his actions when he learns Pacey has been spending time with Joey (Katie Holmes). Meanwhile, after rethinking the offer, Pacey cannot move forward with his no-strings-attached relationship with Jen (Michelle Williams), and Andie (Meredith Monroe) urges Jack (Kerr Smith) to meet a gay student from a neighboring town who contacted him via the internet after seeing Dawson's news story.Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp, Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Peil also star. James Whitmore, Jr. directed the episode written by Gina.
Original air date: 12/01/99
98/3.3/5 [3.2/5][3.4/5]
LIFE IS CHANGING - Dawson (James Van Der Beek), Joey (Katie Holmes), Jack (Kerr Smith) & Andie (Meredith Monroe) spend the weekend at a Boston university for an advanced look at college and where Dawson has entered his "Blair Witch" documentary in a student film festival. Elsewhere on campus, due to a clerical error, Joey's weekend guide is not what she expected; Andie's pursuit for an advanced admissions interview, leads her to some inspirational advice from an unlikely source; and Jack takes a risk and explores the local gay community.Michelle Williams, Joshua Jackson, Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp, Mary Beth Peil and Nina Repeta also star. Greg Prange directed the episode written by Leslie Ray.
Original air date: 12/15/99
100/2.9/5 [3.0/5][2.9/5]
THERE'S A NEW KID IN TOWN - Dawson (James Van Der Beek) experiences an identity crisis when Principal Green's (Obba Babatunde) daughter Nikki (Bianca Lawson) emerges as another aspiring young director, and Joey (Katie Holmes) experiences her own crisis when Dawson won't open up to her about the pain of his parents' (Mary-Margaret Humes and John Wesley Shipp) divorce. Meanwhile, Jack's (Kerr Smith) first efforts to hit on another guy are rebuffed, Pacey (Joshua Jackson) and Andie (Meredith Monroe) uncomfortably find themselves sharing the same afterschool activity, and Jen (Michelle Williams) realizes that she may have passed up the chance at something special with Henry (guest star Michael Pitt).Jan Eliasberg directed the episode written by Bonnie Schneider & Hadley Davis.
Original air date: 1/12/00
96/2.6/4 [2.6/4][2.6/4]
WELCOME TO POTTER'S B&B - Joey's (Katie Holmes) friends and their families work together to make sure that the opening of Potter's Bed & Breakfast is a success and that she and Bessie (Nina Repeta) don't lose everything they have after Pacey (Joshua Jackson) surprises them with a visit from a prestigious travel critic. Throughout the weekend, Jen (Michelle Williams) admits her concerns to Grams (Mary Beth Peil) about getting close to Henry (guest star Michael Pitt); Jack (Kerr Smith) considers moving back home after hearing Andie's (Meredith Monroe) loving plea; and Dawson (James Van Der Beek) tries to understand the connection between his parents (Mary-Margaret Humes and John Wesley Shipp) even after their divorce.Michael Katleman directed the episode written by Jeffrey Stepakoff.
Original air date: 1/19/00
92/3.1/5 [2.9/5][3.2/5]
FOLLOW THE STARS - Dawson (James Van Der Beek) makes the radical move of dropping out of film class to spend some time re-evaluating his teenage years. Back at Potter's, Joey (Katie Holmes) is torn between attending Pacey's (Joshua Jackson) opening night and her date with A.J. (guest starr Robin Dunne) who has come to Capeside for the evening. At the play, Andie (Meredith Monroe) must take over as director when the faculty director takes ill; and Jen (Michelle Williams) agrees to meet Henry (guest star Michael Pitt), but she throws him another block by bringing Grams (Mary Beth Peil) as her date.Jay Tobias directed the episode written by Gina Fattore.
Original air date: 1/26/00
90/3.3/5 [3.2/5][3.4/5]
LOVE THE ONE YOU'RE WITH - Joey (Katie Holmes) questions Dawson's (James Van Der Beek) state of mind when he and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) decide to lead their friends to a secret location party hosted by a group infamous for their complete and utter debauchery. Back at home, Jack's (Kerr Smith) ex-girlfriend arrives from Rhode Island nursing a broken heart but is unaware of Jack's coming out last year and Jen's (Michelle Williams) first date with Henry (guest star Michael Pitt) is a Valentine's Day she won't soon forget. John Wesley Shipp, Mary-Margaret Humes Mary Beth Peil and Nina Repeta also star.Sandy Smolan directed the episode written by Tom Kapinos.
Original air date: 2/02/00
?/2.8/4 [2.8/4][2.8/4]
FACING THE CONSEQUENCES - Joey (Katie Holmes) is chosen to be part of a group of students to paint a school mural, but when hers is defaced before the unveiling, Dawson (James Van Der Beek) offers words of encouragement while Pacey (Joshua Jackson) takes action and risks suspension when he goes in search of the culprit. Meanwhile, when Andie's (Meredith Monroe) PSAT scores rank among the best in the country, she gambles with everything she has worked for and comes clean to Principal Green (guest star Obba Babatunde) about the previously stolen test; and Pacey moves in with Deputy Doug (guest star Dylan Neal) when their sister and her kids move back into the Witter house.Joe Napolitano directed the episode written by Gina Fattore & Alex Gansa.
Original air date: 2/09/00
POWER TO THE PEOPLE - Joey (Katie Holmes) relies on the support of Pacey (Joshua Jackson) and A.J. (guest star Robin Dunne) to rally the students in protest against the school superintendent after he forces Principal Green (guest star Obba Babatunde) to resign for expelling the student who destroyed Joey's mural. Meanwhile, Dawson (James Van Der Beek) and Gale (Mary-Margaret Humes) both go back to their respective places in back and in front of the camera to produce a piece about the ongoing school protest which ruffles more than a few feathers of the school board hierarchy. Michelle Williams, Meredith Monroe, Kerr Smith, John Wesley Shipp, Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Peil also star.Ken Fink directed the episode written by Gina Fattore and Greg Berlanti.
Original air date: 2/16/00
JONATHAN LIPNICKI GUEST-STARS - When Joey (Katie Holmes) turns to Pacey (Joshua Jackson) for rescuing after she flees Boston halfway through her visit with A.J. (guest star Robin Dunne), the two old friends may finally confront their growing feelings for each other. Meanwhile, to avoid suspension, Pacey becomes a mentor to a young boy (guest star Jonathan Lipnicki, "Stuart Little," "Jerry Maguire") and must contend with a little version of himself with a big attitude; and behind Gale's (Mary-Margaret Humes) back, Dawson (James Van Der Beek) asks Mitch (John Wesley Shipp) to help with the opening of her new restaurant. Michelle Williams, Meredith Monroe, Kerr Smith, Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Peil also star.Janice Cooke-Leonard directed the episode written by Jeff Stepakoff.
Original air date: 3/01/00
WHAT'S A KISS BETWEEN FRIENDS - Pacey (Joshua Jackson) hopes taking Dawson (James Van Der Beek) to their favorite childhood camping spot will help ease the pain when he tells Dawson about his new feelings for Joey (Katie Holmes). Meanwhile, Joey (Katie Holmes) deals with the emotional fallout from her kiss with Pacey by spending girls' night out with Jen (Michelle Williams) and Andie (Meredith Monroe), but to Jen's surprise they stumble upon a birthday party for Henry (guest star Michael Pitt) that she wasn't invited to. Kerr Smith, Mary-Margaret Humes, John Wesley Shipp, Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Peil also star.Patrick Norris directed the episode written by Maggie Friedman.
Original air date: 3/05/00
NTRODUCING RODNEY SCOTT FROM THE WB SUMMER SERIES "YOUNG AMERICANS" - Dawson (James Van Der Beek) invites Joey (Katie Holmes), Andie (Meredith Monroe) and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) to spend Spring Break in the mountains at his aunt's (guest star Julie Bowen) home, but the trip is filled with tension as Joey and Pacey continue to battle about their feelings for each other and Andie becomes intrigued with the gang's childhood friend Will (guest star Rodney Scott) who is visiting. Meanwhile, back in town, Jen (Michelle Williams) becomes surprisingly territorial when another woman flirts with Henry (guest star Michael Pitt). Mary-Margaret Humes and John Wesley Shipp also star.Greg Prange directed the episode written by Tom Kapinos.
Original air date: 4/26/00
IF YOU COULD SEE WHAT I SEE - In a story that replays the same day's activities from three different perspectives, Joey (Katie Holmes) and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) vacillate on the ways to tell Dawson (James Van Der Beek) about their feelings for each other. But when the truth does come out, Dawson's reaction is the one they hoped they wouldn't get. Meanwhile, Andie (Meredith Monroe), who thought she was over Pacey enough to date, accepts a date with Capeside visitor Will (guest star Rodney Scott, "Young Americans" airing this summer on The WB), but their first date is ruined when she also learns about Joey and Pacey. Michelle Williams, Kerr Smith, Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Peil also star.Perry Lang directed the episode written by Gina Fattore.
Original air date: 5/03/00
A DEFINING MOMENT - As Capeside prepares for the annual spring regatta, Dawson (James Van Der Beek) and Pacey (Joshua Jackson) compete for the winning trophy, only Joey (Katie Holmes) is tired of feeling like the prize. Meanwhile, after many weeks of mixed messages, Gale (Mary-Margaret Humes) makes the first move with Mitch (John Wesley Shipp), and after Jen (Michelle Williams) finally forgives Henry (guest star Michael Pitt) for his one-track mind, he gives Jen the most romantic night of her life. Meredith Monroe, Kerr Smith, Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Peil also star. Morgan J. Freeman directed the episode written by Liz Tigelaar and Holly Henderson.Morgan J. Freeman directed the episode written by Liz Tigelaar and Holly Henderson.
Original air date: 5/10/00
SPRING FEVER - Dawson (James Van Der Beek), Joey (Katie Holmes) and Andie (Meredith Monroe) prepare their own unique prom when they learn that the committee has scrutinized Jack's (Kerr Smith) selected date. Dawson, who has invited Joey to be his date, uses the special evening to try to win her back and make Pacey (Joshua Jackson) jealous; Andie persuades Pacey to be her escort but her evening ends by consoling him about his love life uncertainties; Jen (Michelle Williams) becomes outraged with Henry (Michael Pitt) when he reveals he is leaving Capeside for the summer; and Gale (Mary-Margaret Humes) and Mitch (John Wesley Shipp) celebrate their new found romance. Nina Repeta and Mary Beth Peil also star.Greg Prange directed the episode written by Maggie Friedman.
Original air date: 5/17/00
LOVE CONQUERS ALL IN CLIMACTIC SEASON FINALE - After an emotional day filled with love, tears and wedding vows, Joey (Katie Holmes) ultimately much choose between her love for Dawson (James Van Der Beek) and her new feelings for Pacey (Joshua Jackson). Across town, Grams (Mary Beth Peil) talks about love and regret with Jen (Michelle Williams), while Jack (Kerr Smith) and Andie (Meredith Monroe) make a decision to drive all night so that Jen can see Henry (guest star Michael Pitt) one last time. Mary-Margaret Humes and John Wesley Shipp also star.James Whitmore, Jr. directed the episode written by Tom Kapinos and Gina Fattore, story by Greg Berlanti and Jeffrey Stepakoff.
Original air date: 5/24/00