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Degrassi: The Next Generation star Jake Epstein has reflected on the impact of the series both on society at large and his own life. The long-running high school drama is one in a long line of Canadian television series that began with The Kids of Degrassi Street (1979-1986) and includes Degrassi Junior High (1987–1989), Degrassi High (1989–1991), Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001–2015), and Degrassi: Next Class (2016–2017). Epstein played Craig Manning, the musician stepson of returning character Joey Jeremiah (Pat Mastroianni), for 91 episodes between seasons 2 and 8.

TV Insider recently sat down with Epstein ahead of the release of his new Hallmark rom-com The Wedding Contract. During their conversation, he reflected on the fact that he "spent more time on set filming at Degrassi than I was in my actual high school." He also shared that he is proud to be a part of such a "cornerstone of Canadian entertainment" that meant so much to so many people.

The original cast of “Degrassi High” are coming together for a new nationwide tour. To celebrate the 30th anniversary of “Degrassi Junior High”, Et Canada’s Rick Campanelli sat down with original cast members Stefan Brogren, Stacie Mistysyn, Kirsten Bourne and Pat Mastroianni, to speak about their first stop — Toronto’s ComiCon this weekend — before they appear at […]...

The original cast of Degrassi High will be reuniting for the first time in 20 years at Toronto’s ComiCon. So far, Pat Mastroianni (Joey Jeremiah), Stacie Mistysyn (Caitlin Ryan), Stefan Brogren (Snake “Archie” Simpson), Kirsten Bourne Kelly (Tessa Campanelli) and Dan Woods (Mr. Raditch) are confirmed to meet their fans. “Degrassi has had a monumental impact on pop culture […]...

In preparation for the 2013 Montreal Comiccon, taking place this weekend at the Palais Des Congres in the downtown area, Sound on Sight got a chance to sit down and talk with Pat Mastroianni. Beloved by fans for his portrayal of the always charming Joey Jeremiah on Degrassi Junior High, Mastroianni took the time to answer a few of our burning questions and to tell us why he thinks Degrassi is so well loved by audiences of all ages.

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Sound On Sight: How did you feel about your departure from Degrassi? Was it just time to move on or..?

Pat Mastroianni: I mean, as well as any Canadian who was growing up with the series back in the 80’s knows is that this show is very much like Doctor Who in that it spans generations. Um, we had many incarnations of the show over the last 25 years-

SoS: The newest...

William Shatner may be best known for playing Captain Kirk, T.J. Hooker, Denny Crane and the dad that was notorious for saying a whole bunch of shat $#*!, but the actor is out to prove he's more than just his legendary characters (well, three legends and a one-season grump).

The Emmy winner guest-stars on the season 3 premiere of "Rookie Blue" as Henry McLeod, and as ABC's press release describes him, he's "a belligerent drunk driver with a haunting secret." Punching Dov (Gregory Smith) in the face, while reeking of whisky? Definitely. But there's so much more to his character. More on that in a bit.

I've loved "Rookie Blue" since it debuted two years ago. I have a real fondness for the stars, who I've spoken to on numerous occasions (whether it's on location or in a fancy hotel suite), but there's something about the series that makes me proud. Sure,...

William Shatner may be best known for playing Captain Kirk, T.J. Hooker, Denny Crane and the dad that was notorious for saying a whole bunch of shat $#*!, but the actor is out to prove he's more than just his legendary characters (well, three legends and a one-season grump).

The Emmy winner guest-stars on the season 3 premiere of "Rookie Blue" as Henry McLeod, and as ABC's press release describes him, he's "a belligerent drunk driver with a haunting secret." Punching Dov (Gregory Smith) in the face, while reeking of whisky? Definitely. But there's so much more to his character. More on that in a bit.

I've loved "Rookie Blue" since it debuted two years ago. I have a real fondness for the stars, who I've spoken to on numerous occasions (whether it's on location or in a fancy hotel suite), but there's something about the series that makes me proud. Sure,...

Throughout the month of December, TV Editor Kate Kulzick and Film Editor Ricky D will review classic Christmas adaptions, posting a total of 13 each, one a day, until the 25th of December.

The catch: They will swap roles as Rick will take on reviews of classic television Christmas specials and Kate will take on Christmas movies. Today is day 19.

Degrassi Junior High, “Season’s Greetings”

Directed by Kit Hood

Written by Yan Moore

What’s it about?

After Arthur and Yick having a falling out, Dorothy decides to take it upon herself to mend their friendship by recollecting the best moments they spent together. Meanwhile Emma’s daycare falls through and Spike is forced to care for her at school. While there, Spike can’t avoid Shane and finally agrees to allow him to hold and see his daughter for the very first time.

Review:

Degrassi is one of those...