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Who are the main characters in Dawson’s Creek?

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Dawson’s Creek, which aired from 1998 to 2003, is an American television drama set in Capeside, Massachusetts. It revolves around the lives of a group of teenagers. The main characters include:

  • Dawson Leery: (James Van Der Beek), an aspiring filmmaker
  • Joey Potter: (Katie Holmes), Dawson’s tomboyish best friend and love interest
  • Pacey Witter: (Joshua Jackson), a charming underachiever and friend to Dawson and Joey
  • Jen Lindley: (Michelle Williams), a New York City native who moves to Capeside
  • Andie McPhee: (Meredith Monroe), who faces mental health challenges
  • Jack McPhee: (Kerr Smith), Andie’s brother, who struggles with his sexuality
  • Audrey Liddell (Busy Philipps), Joey’s college roommate

The love triangle between Dawson, Pacey, and Joey becomes a central plot point in the series.