WHERE ARE THEY NOW: The cast of 'Dawson's Creek' 22 years later

Gabbi ShawNov 5, 2020, 03:07 IST

The cast of "Dawson's Creek."Getty Images

"Dawson's Creek" is one of the most iconic TV shows from the late '90s and early 2000s.
It premiered on January 20, 1998, and aired for six seasons.
Its stars have continued to enjoy successful acting careers — Michelle Williams, who played Jen, has received four Oscar nominations.
The show is now available to stream on Netflix.

When "Dawson's Creek" premiered on the WB in 1998, it quickly became one of the most-talked-about TV shows of the year, and later became one of the WB's most successful shows during its six-season run. Now that it's on Netflix, the kids of Capeside are sure to captivate another generation of teens.

The show, which was added to the streaming service on November 1, turned James Van Der Beek, Michelle Williams, Katie Holmes, and Joshua Jackson into household names, and the Dawson-Pacey-Joey love triangle is still inspiring debates to this day.

Keep reading to find out what your favorite residents of Capeside are up to now.

James Van Der Beek was the titular character of "Dawson's Creek," Dawson Leery.

Van Der Beek became one of the most recognizable faces in America. Hulton Archive/Getty Images

In the years since, he's had a steady career, with roles on "Don't Trust the B---- in Apt. 23" and "Pose."

James Van Der Beek in 2020. Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for WarnerMedia and AT&T

Katie Holmes stole both the audience and characters' hearts in her role as Joey Potter.

Holmes' role as Joey was her first acting job on TV. George De Sota/Liaison

Today, Holmes is still acting. She has also directed.

Holmes is still just as beautiful as she was 22 years ago. Dominique Charriau/WireImage/Getty Images

Joshua Jackson's performance as Pacey Witter turned him into a heartthrob.

Joshua Jackson. Brenda Chase/Getty Images

Jackson is still turning out great performances, such as his role on the Hulu miniseries "Little Fires Everywhere."

Jackson in 2019. John Lamparski/Getty Images

Michelle Williams played an outsider to Capeside named Jen Lindley.

Williams is the youngest member of the core four cast members. Hulton Archive/Getty Images

Williams won a Golden Globe for her role in "Fosse/Verdon," and she has received four Oscar nominations.

Williams in 2020. Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images

Kerr Smith's role of Jack McPhee was groundbreaking — his character participated in the first male-on-male kiss on network TV.

Smith changed the landscape of TV. Getty Images

Smith has had multiple recurring roles on shows like "The Fosters" and "Agents of S.H.I.E.LD."

Kerr in 2015. Dan Steinberg/AP Images

Meredith Monroe's performance is what made fans OK with Andie McPhee and Pacey being together — and keeping Pacey and Joey apart.

Monroe appeared on 69 episodes. Featureflash Photo Agency/Shutterstock

Monroe went on to have recurring roles on "Criminal Minds" and "Hart of Dixie."

Monroe in 2018. Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic/Getty Images

John Wesley Shipp was one half of Capeside's best power couple as Dawson's father, Mitch Leery.

Shipp. Diane Freed/Getty Images

Shipp is still playing dad to iconic characters, including Barry Allen's father, Henry Allen, on "The Flash."

Shipp in 2019. Theo Wargo/Getty Images

Mary-Margaret Humes played Dawson's mother, Gail Leery.

Leery here with Katie Holmes. Lawrence Lucier/Getty Images

Humes is keeping busy. She's been credited with almost 20 roles since "Creek" ended.

Humes in 2019. Paul Archuleta/Getty Images

Mary Beth Peil played the always-quotable grandmother to Jen, affectionately known as Grams.

Peil as Grams. The WB Television Network/IMDB

Peil gravitated towards theater after the show ended, with parts in "Follies" and "Anastasia."

Peil in 2019. Bruce Glikas/WireImage/Getty Images

Before her role as Audrey, Busy Philipps was known for "Freaks and Geeks."

Philipps in 2002. Robert Mora/Getty Images

Philipps is famous for her amazing Instagram stories and her friendship with Michelle Williams.

Philipps in 2020. Simon Russell/Getty Images for Poise

Chad Michael Murray left his role on "Gilmore Girls" to join "Dawson's Creek."

A 2000s icon. Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images

Chad Michael Murray was one of the biggest heartthrobs of the 2000s, but he has since become an author.

Murray in 2019. Bobby Bank/Getty Images

While Abby's time on the show was short, Monica Keena definitely made an impression.

Keena at a TCA party in 2002. Kevin Winter/Getty Images

Keena hasn't had any acting roles since 2015, though she is set to appear in films, according to IMDb.

Keena in 2013. Joey Foley/Getty Images

Nina Repeta played Joey's older sister, Bessie.

Repeta with Holmes in "Dawson's Creek." The WB

Repeta is now more focused on her music career.

Repeta in "The Originals." CW

Pacey's older brother, Doug, was played by Dylan Neal.

Neal in 2003. Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images

He looks the same 20 years later.

Neal in 2020. Paul Archuleta/Getty Images

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