Dawson's Creek Episode Guide

Episode Guide

Dawson's Creek: Season 6 (2002 - 2003)

• Season 6 Episode 24: ...Must Come to an End

  The Boston friends reunite in Capeside for a wedding, but the happiness of the situation is spoiled by the discovery that one of them is harbouring a heart-breaking secret. Adding to the general mood of gloom, Joey breaks up with Chris over the phone and tries to decide whether to start afresh with Dawson or Pacey. Last-ever episode, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams. Last in series

• Season 6 Episode 23: All Good Things...

  In the first of a two-part episode, the friends look back on their lives together as they return to Capeside to see Dawson's mother get married. However, what should be a joyous occasion is overshadowed by tragedy. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams

• Season 6 Episode 22: Joey Potter and the Capeside Redemption

  Joey attempts to inspire Dawson to complete his script, but his efforts to pay off his debts have left him drained of enthusiasm for the project. Without his knowledge, she gathers together all their friends and asks them to chip in to fund the project. James Van Der Beek and Katie Holmes star

• Season 6 Episode 21: Goodbye, Yellow Brick Road

  Pacey shatters Dawson's movie-making dreams by coming clean about losing the money, and, in the ensuing fight, the pair's friendship is put on the line. As a bewildered Joey tries to comfort Pacey, she wonders if things between them can ever be the same again. Jack Osbourne and Mimi Rogers guest star

• Season 6 Episode 20: Catch-22

  Eddie proposes that he and Joey go backpacking through Europe, and while reluctant at first, she eventually decides to go on the trip. A reluctant Pacey has to face telling Dawson that he has lost all his savings on the stock market, and David decides it's high time to break up with Jack

• Season 6 Episode 19: Lovelines

  Joey and Eddie's emotional and sexual relationship is played out on stage during a fund-raising drive for a counselling centre, while Jen confides in CJ about Grams' breast cancer. Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 6 Episode 18: Love Bites

  Grams tells Jen she has breast cancer, news which leaves her grand-daughter reeling from visions of her world falling apart. Dawson returns to Capeside to work on his next script, but faces tricky questions from his mother, while Pacey escorts Joey to Harley's school dance, where news of Eddie's return spoils an otherwise perfect night

• Season 6 Episode 17: Sex and Violence

  Joey agrees to be Pacey's temporary assistant, but their mutual attraction causes problems. Dawson sells his idea for a coming-of-age movie, but the studio present him with a difficult choice, while Jen and CJ are at loggerheads over their sex life, culminating in a bitter argument

• Season 6 Episode 16: That Was Then

  Professor Heston orders Joey to babysit Harley to make sure she does her homework. Pacey's father is taken ill, and Mr Gold asks Dawson to give a lecture at Capeside High - where an encounter with a student named George makes him painfully aware that he's growing up fast

• Season 6 Episode 15: Castaways

  Pacey and Joey find themselves accidentally locked in a supermarket, where they are forced to spend the night. They talk about their bumpy relationship to pass the time and end up sharing a kiss - but things look different in the cold light of day. Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson star

• Season 6 Episode 14: Clean and Sober

  Dawson meets a big-time producer while visiting Audrey in rehab, while Pacey throws a party where the normally sensible Joey lets her hair down during a game of spin-the-bottle. A worried Jen catches reformed alcoholic CJ with a drink and Jack agrees to marry Emma so she can get her green card

• Season 6 Episode 13: Rock Bottom

  Dawson finds his authority questioned while directing re-shoots on his film and is forced to take desperate measures. Joey convinces Eddie that Audrey should be in rehab in Los Angeles, and CJ sets Grams up with his Uncle Bill - who turns out to be quite a handful

• Season 6 Episode 12: All the Right Moves

  Joey and Eddie finally face up to their emotions with a little help from Professor Hetson's daughter Harley. Audrey is accepted back into Hell's Belles but gets drunk and passes out on stage, leaving Emma with no option but to kick her out of the group for good. Katie Holmes and Busy Philipps star

• Season 6 Episode 11: Day Out of Days

  The producers of Todd's film tell him to re-shoot the entire ending, but his pride keeps him from following their instructions - so Dawson is invited to step in as director. Meanwhile, Joey discovers Eddie has moved out without telling her and Pacey tries to patch things up with Emma. Joshua Jackson and Katie Holmes star

• Season 6 Episode 10: Merry Mayhem

  The gang return to Capeside to celebrate Christmas and gather at the Leerys' for a festive meal - but unfortunately Audrey's drink problem gets out of control and she ends up stealing Pacey's car. James Van Der Beek stars

• Season 6 Episode 9: Everything Put Together Falls Apart

  A major film star visits town to act alongside Natasha, who flirts with him outrageously - much to the dismay of Dawson, who decides not to intervene in a bid to see whether she'll be unfaithful to him. Emma goes to an office party with Pacey and shocks him by turning a $300 dress into a punk costume, while Eddie invites Joey over to study - but ends up sleeping with her. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 6 Episode 8: Spiderwebs

  The gang go to a No Doubt gig, but CJ uses the occasion as an excuse to spoil the fun by confronting Audrey about her relationship with Pacey - resulting in a fight that gets them thrown out of the concert hall. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Busy Philipps star

• Season 6 Episode 7: Ego Tripping at the Gates of Hell

  Audrey gets drunk before her gig at Hell's Kitchen and ends up wrecking the place, while Eddie and Joey agree to go on a proper date. Jack has a heart-to-heart with Professor Freeman, and Pacey hits it off with a woman in New Orleans - only to discover she is a prostitute

• Season 6 Episode 6: Living Dead Girl (aka Hallowe'enie)

  Natasha and Todd play a Hallowe'en prank on Dawson, convincing him he's seen the ghost of a legendary screen actress. Audrey decides to call it a day with Pacey, and passions run high between Joey and Eddie. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams

• Season 6 Episode 5: The Imposters

  Dawson saves the day thanks to a moment of quick thinking, while Audrey becomes lead singer of a punk band but Pacey misses her first gig. Meanwhile, Jack takes issue with a professor about an unfair grade. James Van Der Beek, Busy Philipps and Joshua Jackson star

• Season 6 Episode 4: Instant Karma!

  Professor Freeman makes a pass at Jack, and Audrey is angry when she realises Pacey has been lying to her. Meanwhile Dawson's ex-girlfriend Natasha returns, forcing him to deal with the consequences of dumping her over the phone. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Busy Philipps

• Season 6 Episode 3: The Importance of Not Being Too Earnest

  Joey accidentally sends a personal e-mail meant for Dawson to the entire student body - and its contents soon become the only topic of conversation on campus. Jack makes an attempt to get to know his teacher a little better, and Pacey closes an important deal. Katie Holmes, James Van Der Beek, Joshua Jackson and Kerr Smith star

• Season 6 Episode 2: The Song Remains the Same

  Audrey's father arranges a job interview for Pacey. An inopportune phone call from a female acquaintance spoils Dawson's fragile reunion with Joey, and Jen finds herself instantly attracted to a handsome new counsellor at school. Drama, guest starring Jensen Ackles

• Season 6 Episode 1: The Kids Are Alright

  With summer over, the gang return to Boston where they catch up with one another - but while Dawson, who has been working as an assistant director, spends an intimate evening with Joey, Pacey and Audrey arrive back from Los Angeles with a surprise passenger. Jack Osbourne and Sebastian Spence guest star, with James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson

Dawson's Creek: Season 5 (2001 - 2002)

• Season 5 Episode 23: Swan Song

  The college year ends and everyone eagerly makes plans for the summer. Dawson heads for Los Angeles with Audrey to work on a film, while Jack and Jen set off on an adventure trip to Costa Rica, leaving Joey and Pacey twiddling their thumbs in Capeside

• Season 5 Episode 22: The Abby

  Pacey stages a revolt at work in front of important investors, causing new boss Alex to lose her job. Meanwhile, Joey decides to visit her father in jail, unaware he was let out on parole months before. Drama, starring Joshua Jackson, James Van Der Beek and Katie Holmes

• Season 5 Episode 21: After Hours

  Pacey finds it increasingly hard to resist the advances of his new boss, forcing Audrey to question their relationship. Joey and Jack cram for their finals, while Dawson has a romantic encounter with a film critic. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek and Sherilyn Fenn

• Season 5 Episode 20: Separate Ways

  Pacey is promoted to head chef by his amorous new boss, who promptly fires Audrey. Oliver and Dawson finally reach New York and meet an agent, while Charlie asks Joey to go on tour with him - but she doesn't want to leave college in the middle of term. With guest star Sherilyn Fenn

• Season 5 Episode 19: 100 Light Years from Home

  Audrey is visited by an old flame, while Dawson sets out for New York to meet an agent interested in his film, but changes his mind en route and decides to call on Joey instead, hoping to kick-start their romance. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes and Chris Hartford

• Season 5 Episode 18: Cigarette Burns

  Oliver arranges a screening for the film he's been making with Dawson, even though it's not finished - and secretly invites a critic from the Boston Weekly. Meanwhile, Audrey tests Pacey's loyalty by claiming to have slept with almost 60 men

• Season 5 Episode 17: Highway to Hell

  The attraction between Joey and Charlie blossoms as he persuades her to join his band as lead singer for a gig. Jen finds herself questioning her relationship with Dawson - but circumstances make it difficult for her to tell him how she feels. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes and Michelle Williams

• Season 5 Episode 16: In a Lonely Place

  Joey is shocked to see Professor Wilder out with another woman, and Pacey visits a gay bar with Jack, where he gets an unwelcome insight into what it feels like to be a woman. Jen interviews a band for her radio show, but finds herself flirting with one of its members, and starts questioning her relationship with Dawson

• Season 5 Episode 15: Downtown Crossing

  Joey is robbed at gunpoint and then sees her mugger struck by a hit-and-run driver. Stunned by similarities between the attacker and her own wayward father, she follows him to the hospital to investigate further. Drama series, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams

• Season 5 Episode 14: Guerilla Film-Making

  Dawson discovers Oliver is a terrible actor and sets about trying to replace him at short notice. Jack decides to move out of the fraternity house while Audrey has a crisis of conscience over kissing Pacey and responds by locking herself in the bathroom. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek and Joshua Jackson

• Season 5 Episode 13: Something Wilder

  Dawson spends an eventful first day at film school, and Jack gets into a fight with his fraternity brothers. Elliot finally plucks up the courage to ask Joey out, but she makes an excuse and goes on a date with Professor Wilder instead

• Season 5 Episode 12: Sleeping Arrangements

  An old flame offers Pacey the chance of a lifetime. Jack experiences problems once he moves out of Grams' house, and Jen puts a strain on her relationship with Dawson by discussing their sex life on the radio. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams

• Season 5 Episode 11: Something Wild

  Joey is teased about loosening up and surprises everyone by dating Jen's two-timing ex-boyfriend Charlie. Back in Capeside, Gale reveals her true feelings about Dawson's blossoming romance. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 5 Episode 10: Appetite for Destruction

  Pacey prepares dinner for the gang, but despite his efforts to ensure it goes well, the discovery that Jen and Dawson are a couple causes an awkward atmosphere - and matters aren't helped by the arrival of Charlie, whose presence creates further tension. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek and Katie Holmes

• Season 5 Episode 9: Four Scary Stories

  On the way home from a disappointing horror film, the gang decide to narrate their own spooky tales. Joey tells a chilling library story, Pacey recounts a drive home with Karen, and Jack relates something scary he saw in his college Fraternity house. Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Kerr Smith star

• Season 5 Episode 8: Hotel New Hampshire

  Jen and Dawson visit New Hampshire, where the budding film-maker's documentary about Arthur Brooks is being honoured. Arriving at the hotel, the pair are accidentally given the honeymoon suite, and decide to take full advantage of it. Meanwhile, Pacey and Karen end up with more than they bargained for, and Joey is shocked by Jack and Audrey's partying. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 5 Episode 7: Text, Lies and Videotape

  Dawson attends his first therapy session, and tries to decide whether he should return to university as his father would have wanted. Joey is selected to work alongside Professor Wilder on a special assignment, while Pacey and Karen grow closer. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson star

• Season 5 Episode 6: High Anxiety

  Dawson heads to Boston to see a therapist about his anxiety attacks, but an invitation to a party soon changes his mind about the counselling. Pacey advises Jen not to get too upset about Charlie's infidelity, urging her to seek revenge instead. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 5 Episode 5: Use Your Disillusion

  Joey takes Dawson to Professor Wilder's book party, where an emotional scene prompts him to leave early. Toby asks Jack to give him more attention, Pacey attempts to establish a good working environment with Karen, and Jen is upset to catch Charlie with a girl

• Season 5 Episode 4: The Long Goodbye

  Mitch's death appears to affect everybody in different ways - and Dawson copes by busying himself with funeral arrangements. However, deep down he feels his decision not to return to university made him a failure in his father's eyes, so Pacey, Jen and Joey do all they can to help their friend. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 5 Episode 3: Capeside Revisited

  Dawson tells his parents he isn't going back to university and Jack discovers the real reason he was asked to join a fraternity. Meanwhile, Jen's relationship with Charlie goes swimmingly, despite her worries that she doesn't really know him, Joey unexpectedly runs into Pacey and tragedy strikes the Leerys. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 5 Episode 2: The Lost Weekend

  Pacey gets a job at a bar, where an attractive waitress catches his eye. Dawson arrives to visit Joey, but he's misled by Audrey when she decides to set her sights on him herself, and Jen decides to help Charlie. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 5 Episode 1: The Bostonians

  Joey arrives for her first term at Worthington University full of expectations - only to find she's sharing a room with a wild child. Meanwhile, as Jen and Jack adjust to life in Boston, Dawson is awakened to the harsh realities of the film industry, and Pacey makes a quiet return from the Caribbean. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

Dawson's Creek: Season 4 (2000 - 2001)

• Season 4 Episode 23: Coda

  As Dawson prepares to leave for college, Pacey calls him from the Caribbean to make amends, while Joey mulls over old times and wonders how she'll possibly manage without the love of her life. James Van Der Beek stars

• Season 4 Episode 22: The Graduate

  Pacey learns that his graduation depends on his literature exam, but walks out of the ordeal after a disagreement with a teacher, throwing away any hope he had of going to university with Joey. Meanwhile, Tobey urges Jack to come out about their relationship and Drue arrives at Jen's house looking for a place to stay. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 4 Episode 21: Separation Anxiety

  Gretchen plans a month-long road trip before starting back at college, leaving Dawson with little hope of saving their relationship. Meanwhile, Jen reconsiders her plan to study in Boston with Jack, and Pacey gets a summons from the admissions department at Worthington. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 4 Episode 20: Promicide

  Pacey is determined Joey will enjoy the senior prom, Gretchen agrees to go along with Dawson, and Jen engineers a date for Jack and Tobey : setting herself up with Drue in the process. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 4 Episode 19: Late

  Joey deals with a pregnancy scare, Gretchen applies for a job in Boston, and Tobey's mysterious absence fills Jack with misgivings. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 4 Episode 18: Eastern Standard Time

  Jen heads for New York with Joey, intent on confronting her father, and Dawson's road trip with Gretchen is cut short by a flat tyre. Meanwhile, Drue persuades Pacey to skip school. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 4 Episode 17: Admissions

  Bessie and Bodie plan to celebrate Joey's acceptance by Worthington College, while Gretchen tries to dispel Dawson's dejection at being turned down by the NYU film school, encouraging him to use his inheritance from Mr Brooks to finance his own productions. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek

• Season 4 Episode 16: Mind Games

  Joey and Pacey try to enjoy some time to themselves, while Dawson's night alone with Gretchen proves more awkward than he could ever have expected. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 4 Episode 15: Four Stories

  Joey and Pacey struggle with their emotions after spending the night together, while Mr Kasdan makes Jen go to a psychologist. Dawson tries to deal with the death of Mr Brooks

• Season 4 Episode 14: A Winter's Tale

  Pacey is shocked to hear his friend has fallen for his sister, fearful it will signal the death knell for the former best buddies' friendship. As Grams' new relationship develops, a concerned Dawson takes it upon himself to inform her of Mr Brooks' terminal illness, and the mischievous Drue gets locked in a cupboard overnight - with Joey. Joshua Jackson and Katie Holmes star

• Season 4 Episode 13: Hopeless

  Joey is reluctantly roped into going on a double-date with Drue, Jason joins Gretchen for a night on the town, and Tobey joins a new community service project in a fresh effort to get closer to Jack. James Van Der Beek stars

• Season 4 Episode 12: The Te of Pacey

  Jen finds herself teamed up with Jack's old rival Tobey as she completes her community service. Joey plans a surprise 18th birthday party for Pacey, which Dawson thinks would be the ideal occasion to let everyone know he and Gretchen are dating

• Season 4 Episode 11: The Tao of Dawson

  Pacey is shocked to hear his friend has fallen for his sister. As Grams' new relationship develops, a concerned Dawson takes it upon himself to inform her of Mr Brooks' terminal illness, and mischievous Drue gets locked in a cupboard overnight - with Joey

• Season 4 Episode 10: Self-Reliance

  Bessie and Bodie go away for the weekend, leaving a stressed-out Joey to her books - but Pacey has other plans for her. Meanwhile, revelations from Mr Brooks inspire Dawson to pursue his relationship with Gretchen

• Season 4 Episode 9: Kiss Kiss Bang Bang

  Pacey attends a dinner with Joey at an elite college, Dawson seeks Mr Brooks' advice on his ambition to become a director and Gretchen revives the traditional Leery Christmas party. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 4 Episode 8: The Unusual Suspects

  Mr Leery and Principal Peskin set out to catch the culprits responsible for an elaborate prank, but it isn't long before suspicion falls on Dawson, Pacey and Jack. Fortunately, they all have an alibi - and Drue ends up getting the blame. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams

• Season 4 Episode 7: You Had Me at Goodbye

  Andie decides to live abroad for six months before college, and gathers her friends together for a farewell party, hoping to repair their fractured relationships. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams

• Season 4 Episode 6: Great Xpectations

  Gretchen assures Joey she has no romantic interest in Dawson, while Andie feels strangely deflated at the news that she's been accepted by Harvard. She decides to take her mind off school by going to a rave - where she takes drugs and ends up being rushed into hospital. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson

• Season 4 Episode 5: A Family Way

  Dawson is shocked to discover his mum is pregnant, and Jen tells Joey to visit a clinic for birth control advice, while Jack is stunned to find out a girl fancies him, and he feels pressured to tell her he's gay. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 4 Episode 4: Future Tense

  Drue sets out to win back Jen's heart with a fake birthday party, while Dawson considers attending college on the West Coast to put some distance between himself and Joey. Jack hopes his footballing skills will get him into a good school

• Season 4 Episode 3: The Two Gentlemen of Capeside

  Jen and Pacey get caught in a storm off the coast of Capeside - but fortunately Dawson and Joey guess the pair's whereabouts and set out to rescue them. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams

• Season 4 Episode 2: Failing Down

  As the new school year begins, Pacey finds himself on the verge of failing. Elsewhere, Henry asks Jack to do the dirty work in his break-up with Jen. Joey starts work at the local yacht club. Joshua Jackson stars

• Season 4 Episode 1: Coming Home

  Pacey and Joey return from their summer sailing holiday and have to deal with Dawson's feelings. Meanwhile, Gretchen's decision to move in with Doug leaves Pacey homeless, and Andie develops a crush on two guys at the same time. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson star

Dawson's Creek: Season 3 (1999 - 2000)

• Season 3 Episode 23: True Love

  Jen's grandmother takes drastic action in an effort to reunite her grandaughter with Henry, while Dawson comes to the conclusion that he's stopping Joey from following her heart with Pacey

• Season 3 Episode 22: The Anti-Prom

  Jack is told he is not allowed to partner Ethan to the prom, so Dawson organises an alternative event while also trying to help his parents rebuild their marriage. James Van Der Beek stars

• Season 3 Episode 21: Show Me Love

  Capeside's annual spring regatta provides the setting for a duel between Pacey and Dawson - with the right to date Joey going to the victor. Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson star

• Season 3 Episode 20: The Longest Day

  Joey and Pacey decide it's time to announce their relationship, but breaking the news to Dawson causes a fresh bout of painful soul-searching. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek

• Season 3 Episode 19: Stolen Kisses

  Pacey and Joey grow closer on a trip to visit Dawson's aunt. Andie falls for Pacey's friend and Henry attracts the attentions of another woman, bringing out Jen's jealous streak. Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 3 Episode 18: Neverland

  Henry disappoints Jen by not inviting her to his birthday party, while Joey is initially outraged at Pacey's amorous advances, but soon starts to question her reaction

• Season 3 Episode 17: Cinderella Story

  Pacey babysits an arrogant nine-year-old who turns out to be a miniature version of himself, while Dawson supervises the opening of his mum's new restaurant - but risks her wrath by inviting his dad to help out

• Season 3 Episode 16: To Green, With Love

  Principal Green's job is placed on the line following the Capeside community's angry response to Matt Caulfield's expulsion from school, so Joey enlists AJ to help whip up support for their beleaguered head. Starring Katie Holmes, Obba Babatunde and Robin Dunne

• Season 3 Episode 15: Crime and Punishment

  Joey completes her mural, but it is defaced before the grand unveiling, prompting a righteously indignant Dawson and Pacey to set out in search of the culprits. Katie Holmes stars

• Season 3 Episode 14: The Valentine's Day Massacre

  As the gang prepare for a Valentine's Day party, Jack's ex-girlfriend arrives in town, so Pacey persuades Dawson to catch her on the rebound - and Joey reluctantly agrees to help out. Meanwhile, Jen's first date with Henry proves unforgettable for all the wrong reasons

• Season 3 Episode 13: Northern Lights

  Joey is intimidated by her date's superior knowledge as they watch the Northern Lights, and Pacey feels let down after she failed to attend the school play's opening night

• Season 3 Episode 12: A Weekend in the Country

  The gang set out to impress an influential travel writer, who Pacey has invited to stay at Bessie Potter's newly opened B&B. Jen admits her concerns about getting close to Henry

• Season 3 Episode 11: Barefoot at Capefest

  With the Capefest music festival on the horizon, Jack tracks down Ethan in search of his first gay experience. Dawson and Nikki compare notes on their parents' divorces and Andie struggles to put her relationship with Pacey behind her

• Season 3 Episode 10: First Encounters of the Close Kind

  The gang spend a weekend at a Boston university to acquaint themselves with what to expect on campus, but their visit proves memorable for all the wrong reasons - although Andie does get some inspirational advice from an unlikely source. James Van Der Beek stars

• Season 3 Episode 9: Four to Tango

  Pacey and Jen attempt to put the spark back into their relationship, while Jack searches for romance on the Internet and Dawson discovers a contraceptive device - and suspects saucy shenanigans could be taking place

• Season 3 Episode 8: Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?

  Jen's mum Helen turns up out of the blue for Thanksgiving dinner, making it an uncomfortable occasion for her daughter, and Dawson makes matters worse by persuading her to spill the beans about Eve

• Season 3 Episode 7: Escape from Witch Island

  The gang make an ill-advised visit to an island supposedly haunted by 13 witches killed in a fire, where they're forced to spend a scary night in an old church. James Van Der Beek stars

• Season 3 Episode 6: Secrets and Lies

  Joey and Pacey rescue Andie after she claims to have been attacked by Rob. Dawson discovers the real reason behind his mother's return for the Homecoming Queen Gala. Starring James Van Der Beek

• Season 3 Episode 5: Indian Summer

  Joey's misgivings about her boss Rob prompt her to gatecrash his date with Andie, while Dawson turns detective to discover Eve's true identity and find out the real reason why she's in Capeside. Starring James Van Der Beek

• Season 3 Episode 4: Home Movies

  Dawson makes a documentary about gay footballer Jack, but Mitch is opposed to the idea, fearing it will expose his secret weapon to opposition coaches. Dawson ignores his pleas and shoots the film anyway. Meanwhile, Pacey and Joey are caught trying to skip school

• Season 3 Episode 3: None of the Above

  Eve offers Dawson an advance copy of an important college entrance exam paper - which later goes missing during a fire drill, leading to suspicion and recriminations. James Van Der Beek and Katie Holmes star

• Season 3 Episode 2: Homecoming

  Pacey collects Andie to take her back to Capeside, but their long-awaited reunion doesn't go according to plan. Jack reaches an understanding with his father, while Dawson and Eve become the unexpected stars of one of his films. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Meredith Monroe star

• Season 3 Episode 1: Like a Virgin

  Dawson meets an alluring woman on his way home from his summer internship. Jen attempts to inject a little politics into school life by trying out for the cheerleading squad and Pacey's ambitious plans to earn extra money spiral out of control. James Van Der Beek stars

Dawson's Creek: Season 2 (1998 - 1999)

• Season 2 Episode 22: Parental Discretion Advised

  Dawson sees Mr Potter dealing drugs and agonises over whether to tell Joey. Mitch learns Gail has been offered a job in Chicago and the Ice House is set on fire by a customer. Meanwhile, Pacey begins to pine for Andie - much to the amusement of his father, who teases him remorselessly. Next series follows tomorrow

• Season 2 Episode 21: Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes

  Jack tries to help a psychologically traumatised Andie by calling his estranged father - who insists she travel to Providence immediately, to Pacey's dismay. Meanwhile, budding director Dawson studies for his film class. James Van Der Beek and Katie Holmes star

• Season 2 Episode 20: Reunited

  Pacey is suspicious that Andie may be seeing someone else, while Dawson's romantic meal with Joey is interrupted by his parents' presence. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 2 Episode 19: Abby Morgan, Rest in Peace

  Abby's death causes Jen to lose faith in the world and forces Joey to confront her grief over the loss of her mother. Meanwhile, Andie and Pacey look through the dead girl's diary - but find the callous, spiteful entries only confirm people's negative impressions of her. Michelle Williams and Katie Holmes star

• Season 2 Episode 18: A Perfect Wedding

  Joey experiences an emotional time when her father returns to Capeside from prison. Jen and Abby make up and head for the docks with a stolen bottle of champagne, but their drunken night comes to a tragic end. Katie Holmes and James Van Der Beek star

• Season 2 Episode 17: Psychic Friends

  Dawson is hurt by criticism from a new film lecturer, while Andie has her fortune told - but does not like what she hears. Joey falls for a photographer who only has eyes for Jack. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek and Katie Holmes

• Season 2 Episode 16: Be Careful What You Wish For

  Dawson tries to win back Joey's affection, unaware of the surprise birthday party his friends have arranged for him. Meanwhile, Jen dumps Ty, and Jack finds that being openly gay has attracted Abby and her friends

• Season 2 Episode 15: ... That Is the Question

  Part two of two. Dawson and Joey join Ty and Jen for a night out, rumours spread about Jack's sexuality and Pacey resolves to prove that Mr Peterson is harassing him

• Season 2 Episode 14: To Be or Not To Be? - Part One

  Part one of two. Jack is forced to read a poem that makes his classmates suspect he's gay, so Pacey feels compelled to leap to his defence. Jen accompanies Ty to a Bible-study session. Drama, starring Joshua Jackson and Kerr Smith

• Season 2 Episode 13: His Leading Lady

  Dawson starts filming, but Joey objects to seeing her life re-enacted in front of the camera. Andie continues to battle with depression but refuses Pacey's offer of help, preferring to numb her feelings with prescription drugs

• Season 2 Episode 12: Uncharted Waters

  A fishing tournament offers a chance for father-son bonding, while Gale's film report on teenage girls highlights the friction between Jen and Joey

• Season 2 Episode 11: Sex, She Wrote

  Abby finds an unsigned note from one lover to another at school, prompting her to draw up a list of suspects as she investigates which of her classmates had sex the night before. Drama, starring Monica Keena

• Season 2 Episode 10: High Risk Behaviour

  Dawson's new film highlights personal turmoil, while Pacey and Andie think about taking their relationship further. Jack offers to pose nude to help Joey with her art class assignment

• Season 2 Episode 9: The Election

  Jen urges Dawson to make the most of being young, while Andie and Joey try to win places on the student council - but face stiff opposition. James Van Der Beek stars

• Season 2 Episode 8: The Reluctant Hero

  Pacey helps Andie's mother through a mental trauma, and Joey's 'semi-date' with Jack prompts a resentful Dawson to take revenge by going out with Jen. Starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson

• Season 2 Episode 7: The All-Nighter

  The friends meet at wealthy Chris Wolfe's house for an emergency revision session before an important test - but instead of studying they spend the night revealing their innermost secrets. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams

• Season 2 Episode 6: The Dance

  Dawson is staggered to discover out the truth behind his parents' marriage, while Pacey tries to explain his feelings to Andie at the homecoming dance. James Van Der Beek and Katie Holmes star

• Season 2 Episode 5: Full Moon Rising

  Jack and Joey have their work cut out trying to fix a lobster cooler before all the shellfish die. Dawson confronts his parents about their open marriage and Pacey experiences a troubling glimpse of the McPhees' home life

• Season 2 Episode 4: Tamara's Return

  As Joey reveals a passion for art, her relationship with Dawson becomes strained. Tamara's unexpected return confuses Pacey, and Abby encourages Jen to put her misery behind her

• Season 2 Episode 3: Alternate Lifestyles

  A class assignment gives Jen the chance to win Dawson back and Pacey learns the truth about Andie's wealth. Meanwhile, Joey is left to complete the project on her own and worries about her career prospects until an encounter with a successful single mother provides her with inspiration. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams

• Season 2 Episode 2: Crossroads

  Abby starts to have a bad influence on Jen, and Andie's brother Jack lands a job at the Ice House. An entry in Joey's diary lands her in hot water with Dawson - who in turn forgets Pacey's 16th birthday. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 2 Episode 1: The Kiss

  Dawson and Joey embark on a romance, and Jen begins coming to terms with the loss of her grandfather. Meanwhile, Pacey plays a trick on a new girl. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek

Dawson's Creek: Season 1 (1998)

• Season 1 Episode 13: Decisions

  Joey is given a chance to leave Capeside and go to study in Paris, prompting Dawson to re-evaluate his feelings for her. Meanwhile, Gramps' condition deteriorates, uniting Jen and Grams in anguish and uncertainty at what the future holds. Last in series

• Season 1 Episode 12: Beauty Contest

  Jen persuades a reluctant Joey to take part in a beauty contest to win the cash prize - and her transformation from tomboy to beauty queen astonishes Dawson. Meanwhile, in a surprise move, Pacey decides to challenge the rules and become the first male ever to enter the competition

• Season 1 Episode 11: The Scare

  As Capeside prepares to celebrate Hallowe'en, Dawson turns his attention to playing practical jokes on Pacey and Joey. Unfortunately, the fun of the occasion is spoiled by disturbing reports of a serial killer on the loose, which terrify the locals. Drama, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams

• Season 1 Episode 10: Double Date

  Dawson decides to organise a double date with Jen and her new boyfriend, while Pacey grows closer to Joey as the pair work together on a school project. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson star

• Season 1 Episode 9: Road Trip

  Dawson and Pacey are persuaded to go to a nightclub by Jen's ex-boyfriend Billy, but their evening ends in disaster. Meanwhile, Joey enlists Jen's help in hitting back at the malicious gossip that has been spread about her

• Season 1 Episode 8: Boyfriend

  Jen gets a surprise visit from her ex-boyfriend, much to Dawson's dismay. Meanwhile, tensions between Mitch and Gale reach breaking point as they attempt to rebuild their marriage. Michelle Williams, James Van Der Beek and Katie Holmes star

• Season 1 Episode 7: Detention

  The frustration of being stuck indoors on a Saturday morning proves too much for Dawson and his friends during a spell in detention. The gang find themselves taking out their anger on each other in a series of tense exchanges. Teenage drama, starring James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes and Michelle Williams

• Season 1 Episode 6: Baby

  Rumours of Pacey's affair with Tamara spread around the school, while Bessie gives birth in Dawson's living room - with the help of Jen's grandmother, who is forced to act as impromptu midwife. Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Nina Repeta star

• Season 1 Episode 5: Hurricane

  As a hurricane moves inland, threatening Capeside, the gang take refuge at Mr and Mrs Leery's house. However, the weather outside soon gives way to storms of a different nature as Dawson criticises Jen about her promiscuous past and Mitch learns of wife Gale's affair

• Season 1 Episode 4: Discovery

  Dawson accidentally leaves his camera running all night, and later finds he has unwittingly filmed Tamara and a mystery man making love outdoors. Meanwhile, Jen finally yields to the inevitable and reveals why her parents sent her to Capeside. James Van Der Beek and Michelle Williams star

• Season 1 Episode 3: Kiss

  Dawson plots to give Jen the perfect kiss, but she soon pours cold water on his romantic aspirations. Joey is swept off her feet by a handsome stranger, while Pacey sets out to woo his teacher. James Van Der Beek stars

• Season 1 Episode 2: Dance

  Jen becomes the leading lady for a key scene in Dawson's new film, but disappoints him by attending the school dance with somebody else. Joey confronts Mrs Leery, while Pacey keeps on flirting with Tamara in public, driving her to distraction. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson and Michelle Williams star

• Season 1 Episode 1: Pilot

  Pilot episode of the drama series charting the ups and downs of adolescence as experienced by a group of precocious American teenagers. Schoolboy Dawson Leery's lifelong friendship with Joey Potter is threatened by his sudden admiration for a newcomer. James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes and Michelle Williams star

Dawson's Creek:

• Mental Lapse

Dawson's Creek: Special

• Dawson's Creek: Behind the Scenes

  A treat for fans with this glimpse at the making of the hit American drama, which follows a group of angst-ridden Boston teenagers as they cope with all that adolescence has to throw at them. Including interviews with stars James Van Der Beek, Michelle Williams and Katie Holmes