Degrassi Junior High facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Degrassi Junior High |
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| Genre | Teen drama |
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| Theme music composer | Wendy Watson |
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| Country of origin | Canada |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 3 |
| No. of episodes | 42 (list of episodes) |
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| Running time | 26 minutes (including commercials) |
| Production company(s) | Playing With Time Inc. |
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| Picture format | 4:3 |
| Original release | 18 January 1987 – 6 March 1989 |
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| Preceded by | The Kids of Degrassi Street |
| Followed by | Degrassi High |
Degrassi Junior High is a popular Canadian television series. It is the second show in the well-known Degrassi series. The program was shown on CBC Television from 1987 to 1989.
The show followed the daily lives of a group of students. They attended a fictional school called Degrassi Junior High. It explored many common experiences that young people face.
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About the Show
Degrassi Junior High was special because it showed realistic stories. It focused on the challenges and triumphs of teenagers. The show aimed to help young viewers understand different situations.
What the Show Was About
The series showed students dealing with everyday issues. These included friendships, fitting in, and growing up. It tried to show how these experiences felt for young people. The show was known for being honest about these topics.
Why it was Important
Degrassi Junior High was one of the first shows to talk about real teen problems. It helped many young people feel understood. The show became very popular in Canada and the United States. It paved the way for future teen dramas.
The Cast
The show featured a large group of young actors. They were part of something called the Playing With Time Repertory Company. Many of these actors played students at Degrassi Junior High. Some were main characters, while others had smaller roles.
Main Characters You Might Know
While there wasn't just one main character, some students were often featured. These characters helped tell many of the show's stories. They included:
- Joey Jeremiah played by Pat Mastroianni
- Christine Nelson played by Amanda Stepto
- Caitlin Ryan played by Stacie Mistysyn
- Archie "Snake" Simpson played by Stefan Brogren
- Derek "Wheels" Wheeler played by Neil Hope
- Yick Yu played by Siluck Saysanasy
- Stephanie Kaye played by Nicole Stoffman
- Shane McKay played by Bill Parrott
- Bryant "BLT" Thomas played by Dayo Ade
- Lucy Fernandez played by Anais Granofsky
- Liz O'Rourke played by Cathy Keenan
Images for kids
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Publicity photo of the Degrassi Junior High cast from season 3. Top row: Arthur Kobalewscuy (Duncan Waugh), Caitlin Ryan (Stacie Mistysyn), Yick Yu (Siluck Saysanasy), Joey Jeremiah (Pat Mastroianni), and Christine "Spike" Nelson (Amanda Stepto). Bottom row: Scooter Webster (Christopher Charlesworth), Derek "Wheels" Wheeler (Neil Hope), and Lucy Fernandez (Anais Granofsky).
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Linda Schuyler in 2011
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Vincent Massey Public School, the site of the fictional Degrassi Junior High School, pictured in 2009
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Cover of Region 4 release of Degrassi Junior High and Degrassi High
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See also
In Spanish: Degrassi Junior High para niños
