Degrassi Junior High - Season 1

Starring:Darrin Brown, Billy Parrott, Nicole Stoffman, Byrd Dickens, David Armin-Parcells, Tammy Campbell, Adam Silver, Trevor Cummings, John Bertram, Anna Keenan, John Ioannou, Marcia Ferguson, Astra Crosby, Dave James (II), Ken Hung, Adam David, Andy Jekabsons, Lea-Helen Weir, Anne Thornley-Brown, Lisa Williams (IV)
Director: Philip Earnshaw, Clarke Mackey, Eleanor Lindo
Studio: Wgbh Boston
Product Type: DVD

Editorial Review:
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Welcome to the Degrassi universe. Popular in Canada and on American public television, the Toronto-set Degrassi Junior High kicked into gear in 1987 as a follow-up to the short-lived The Kids of Degrassi Street, then morphed two years later into Degrassi High. Several specials followed, leading to Degrassi: The Next Generation, still going strong since 2001 and featuring some of the original teen actors from the first series, their characters now parents and teachers. Degrassi Junior High: Season One is the ideal way to begin exploring many years of Degrassi's slice-of-life fare from longtime co-creators Linda Schuyler and Kit Hood, who positioned the early series as a realistic yet entertaining alternative to frothier sitcoms set in schools.

Amazon.com

Welcome to the Degrassi universe. Popular in Canada and on American public television, the Toronto-set Degrassi Junior High kicked into gear in 1987 as a follow-up to the short-lived The Kids of Degrassi Street, then morphed two years later into Degrassi High. Several specials followed, leading to Degrassi: The Next Generation, still going strong since 2001 and featuring some of the original teen actors from the first series, their characters now parents and teachers. Degrassi Junior High: Season One is the ideal way to begin exploring many years of Degrassi's slice-of-life fare from longtime co-creators Linda Schuyler and Kit Hood, who positioned the early series as a realistic yet entertaining alternative to frothier sitcoms set in schools.

Customer Reviews:

Hahaha!.......2007-02-24

Wow, I wasn't even born when this show came out but it's absolutely hysterical! I'm a huge fan of Degrassi the next generation as I've been watching it since it's first appearence on the-n. But when you watch the original degrassi junior high, it's so much different. I love how "broomhead" is the word that was used as an insult! Hah, this show is so old-school, definetely a show to buy if you're a fan of degrassi the next generation, you'll love this even better.

Degrassi Junior High rules!!!!.......2005-09-26

I just started watching Degrassi The New Generation and loved it. So when I found out that the show was actually a continuation of what had happened when some of the stars and characters were youngerin Degrassi Junior High I was anxious to see it. I find that Junior High is just as interesting and exciting as I had thought. It tells of the events of kids in junior high but is done in such a way that good lessons are learned.

VERY CLASSY SHOW.......2005-09-15

Makes you feel like jumping off a bridge- but it's cool if you wanna go back in time to the best decade ever- the 80's.
The pregnant girl Spike has an awful hair do, even for the 80s, and gets knocked up at like 14. She's kind of annoying, but funny if only to watch that horrible hair do. Then there's the skanky school president who puts on slutty outfits when she gets to school. (Otherwise her mom would freak) She's kinda fun.....but the outfits and make up she wears make her look ugly. I dont know how she thought she looked sexxy that way. She looked better without the make up, and normal clothes. The long skirts were ugly, however. Speaking of ugly, I dont recall one attractive actor in the entire show. Not only that- But they were dreadful actors! They must of been children of the directors, producers, whoever came up with the show, whoever had the $ to get their kid on the show, etc. Nonetheless it was a crappy show, you can maybe enjoy if your feeling depressed.

awesome.......2005-08-21

This show is pure goodness, and the writing is awesome. It is the kind of show that has things you dont notice until the 2nd or 10th time you watch it! Screw shows like 902010 and them, THIS is school! Many of the characters are very reminiscent of kids I went to school with (I was in junior high in the mid 90s, this was in the late 80s), especially characters like Stephanie Kaye(the stuck up girl who dressed like a whore), her younger brother Arthur Kobawalski, Spike, and course the infamous Zit Remedy (Joey, Snake, and Wheels). Melanie is awesome as well! They actually showed this Canadian show on PBS down here in the States from like 91-95, they showed the High School ones as well. I love it and I believe it is HIGHLY under-rated! The best episodes in this season are, in my opinion, "The Experiment", "The Cover Up", "The Great Race", and the famous "It's Late" episode. Special mention to "The Best Laid Plans" for a great title, story, and BADASS 80's music! Get this and you will warp back to the late 80s! I recommend any season of Degrassi Junior High or Degrassi High. There is a new generation out nowadays but I dont find it nearly as interesting, it is too polished and high budget, one of the great things about the original was the low budget feel to it! RECOMMENDED!

Great Teen Series.......2005-07-14

Even though I was only 2 when Degrassi Junior High first came out. I watched when it was on Nickelodeon here. I had already watched Degrassi Next Generation and wanted to know what Spike, Joey, Caitlin and Snake were like. I loved it when I saw it. It dealt with just about every teen issue under the sun. Series one was great with the series opener being about Stephanie Kaye running for president with her new image. Another good episode was when shy Melanie was concerned with her lack of chest. Another episode I like was when Joey found out that Rick was been beaten by his dad. The one were Spike got pregnant was also great. The reaction to Steph's dress sense in the 80's was interesting to see. As too now heaps of girls dress like Stephanie. My sister being one. And there isnt as a big shock to it as there was 18 years ago.

Average customer rating:

Best Teen Show Ever
Tired

Degrassi Junior High: Season 1, Disc 2
Starring: Degrassi Junior High
Manufacturer: Wgbh Boston
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Go to school with the show in a class by itself--and get real! Hailed as "groundbreaking," "powerful," and "totally authentic," Degrassi Junior High confronts it all—friendship, puberty, rumors, sports, studies, and more—with a refreshing ensemble cast and a unique teen's-eye-view of life. Sometimes moving, sometimes shocking, but always believable, Degrassi Junior High is a classic for teens of all ages. All your favorite characters and storylines are waiting—find your seat—school's open!

Includes four Degrassi Junior High episodes from Season 1:

The Great Race: It's a battle of the sexes when L.D. challenges the boys' soccer squad to a relay swim meet against the girls' swim team.

Rumor Has It: Sometimes it's tough to get a straight answer. Kathleen is spreading rumors that Ms. Avery is gay, which ultimately causes Caitlin to question her own sexuality.

The Best Laid Plans: Stephanie asks Wheels out on a date, but bravado and overheard conversations lead both of them to imply to their friends that they're going to "do something"—though neither is sure that they're ready for it. Nothing To Fear: When L.D.'s dad goes into the hospital, L.D. is terrified. Years ago, her mother died while undergoing treatment at a hospital and L.D. is scared that her father may die also.

Customer Reviews:

Best Teen Show Ever.......2007-05-29

Contrary to what the previous reviewer wrote, this is a wonderful show that explores real teen issues. Yes, because this was done in the 80's, it may seem dated to some now, but this Canadian series tackled topics that are still seldom touched on by mainstream U.S. networks such as teen pregnancy, suicide, abortion, and AIDS among teens, just to name a few. I would highly recommend this exceptional show.

Tired.......2007-05-06

Watched this with my kids who utterly and totally rejected it. The stories seemed far too didactic.

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Degrassi Junior High: Season 1, Disc 3
Starring: Degrassi Junior High
Manufacturer: Wgbh Boston
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Includes five Degrassi Junior High episodes from Season 1:

What A Night: Lucy's clothes are always sophisticated-Voula wishes she could dress like her. Voula goes shopping with Lucy, but when she finds out Lucy doesn't pay for her clothes, it's too late—the police have been called.

Smokescreen: When cynical Rick suddenly takes an interest in the Environmental Action Committee, Caitlin decides he can be redeemed if people will give him the chance.

It's Late!: When Spike's period is late, she can hardly believe it—she never meant to go as far as she did with Shane. She is torn apart, not knowing what to tell Shane, or worse, her mother.

Description

Go to school with the show in a class by itself-and get real! Hailed as "groundbreaking," "powerful," and "totally authentic," Degrassi Junior High confronts it all-friendship, puberty, rumors, sports, studies, and more-with a refreshing ensemble cast and a unique teen's-eye-view of life. Sometimes moving, sometimes shocking, but always believable, Degrassi Junior High is a classic for teens of all ages. All your favorite characters and storylines are waiting-find your seat-school's open!

Includes four Degrassi Junior High episodes from Season 2:

Eggbert: Shane begins to understand the responsibilities of parenthood when Spike includes him in an experiment-caring for an egg as if it were an infant.

A Helping Hand: Just as Lucy's parents seem busier than ever, the new substitute teacher makes Lucy his class pet.

Great Expectations: Joey plans to find out for himself if Liz, a new student, is as fast as everyone says. Arthur and Yick have questions about wet dreams.

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Includes four Degrassi Junior High episodes from Season 1:

Kiss Me, Steph: When Steph swaps kisses for votes to become eighth-grade president, she learns some promises are easier given than kept.

The Big Dance: Voula does the wrong thing for the right reason when she sneaks out to go to the big dance, much to her strict father's dismay.

Description

Go to school with the show in a class by itself--and get real! Hailed as "groundbreaking," "powerful," and "totally authentic," Degrassi Junior High confronts it all- friendship, puberty, rumors, sports, studies, and more- with a refreshing ensemble cast and a unique teen's-eye-view of life. Sometimes moving, sometimes shocking, but always believable, Degrassi Junior High is a classic for teens of all ages. All your favorite characters and storylines are waiting- find your seat- school's open!

Includes five Degrassi Junior High episodes from Season 3:

Can't Live with 'Em, Parts 1 and 2: Wheels struggles with grief and guilt when his parents are killed in a car accident. Kathleen runs for school president and Shane tries to prove to Spike that he wants to help take care of the baby.

A Big Girl Now: Lucy's relationship with Paul makes her a fickle friend. And Paul has some sexual expectations she's not sure she's ready for.

Season's Greetings: It is Christmastime at Degrassi, yet all is not cheerful. Yick and Arthur are mad at one another and Shane is unhappy that Spike never lets him see their daughter, Emma.

Loves Me, Loves Me Not: Caitlin gets hurt when she misunderstands Joey's intentions. Alexa's efforts to help Michelle win B.L.T.'s attention take an unexpected twist.

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