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28 Surprising 'Dawson's Creek' Facts You Probably Never Knew

Originally published on Marie Claire US

May 28, 2023 at 8:34 AM

28 Surprising 'Dawson's Creek' Facts You Probably Never Knew

The show premiered more than 20 years ago.

They filmed in Wilmington, North Carolina.

The cast members were all unknown when the show premiered.

It was creator Kevin Williamson's first show.

The show is based on Kevin Williamson's life.

The show wasn't supposed to be set in Massachusetts.

Networks initially passed on the program.

Selma Blair almost played Joey Potter.

Joshua Jackson almost wasn't Pacey.

Katie Holmes's audition tape was pretty unique.

The show's creator had a dog named Dawson.

Katie Holmes was in high school when she was cast.

Michelle Williams was the youngest cast member.

Everyone was relatively anonymous in North Carolina.

Pacey and Joey weren't supposed to be together.

Dawson's now-iconic crying meme wasn't in the script.

The theme song isn't about what you think.

The theme song wasn't the creator's first choice either.

Joshua Jackson saved someone from drowning while filming.

Busy Philipps wasn't supposed to be a regular on the show.

One of the actors asked to be killed off.

Katie Holmes had her first on-screen kiss on the show.

Ryan Reynolds went to high school with Joshua Jackson.

Busy Philipps and Michelle Williams met on set.

Jack McPhee "coming out" was a big deal.

Busy Philipps had to hide her nose piercing while filming.

The theme song isn't used anymore.

The cast isn't keen on a reunion.

28 Surprising 'Dawson's Creek' Facts You Probably Never Knew

It's been more than 20 years since Dawson's Creek originally premiered and, honestly, our lives have never been the same (...or over) since. From Joey and Pacey's on-and-off relationship to Dawson pining for Jen, the characters had us glued to our TVs for six seasons. Now, thanks to Netflix, a whole new generation is able to watch all of the drama that went down in Capeside, Massachusetts. Whether you're a new viewer or bingeing the show for the third time, allow us to present you with 28 surprising facts about Dawson's Creek. Warning: spoilers ahead.

By Charlotte Chilton

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