James Van Der Beek's Influential Teen Series of the ’90s Is a Streaming Success 28 Years Later

When Dawson's Creek premiered in 1998, there was nothing like it on television. The teen drama attracted controversy even before the first episode had aired due to its brazen discussion of topics considered taboo at the time. From sex, teen pregnancies, and mental health to religion and sexuality, the WB series challenged the status quo through its characters and storylines. The Kevin Williamson-created series ended in 2003 after six seasons, but its impact on the television landscape remains visible. 28 years after the pilot episode aired, the show is seeing renewed interest on streaming services, especially on VOD.