E1 PilotNext upJan 20, 1998 · 44 min · ★ 7.7
Synopsis
Film-buff Dawson finds his best friend, Joey, growing jealous of his attraction to a neighbor's granddaughter. Meanwhile, pal Pacey falls in love with a mystery woman, who is really a teacher at Capeside.
Guest stars: Ted King, Leann Hunley (Tamara Jacobs), Mitchell Laurance (Benjamin Gold), Nicole Nieth, George Gaffney, Ed Grady, Rick Forrester
E2 DanceJan 27, 1998 · 45 min
Synopsis
Dawson casts Jen as the new leading lady in his film, but creates a messy off-camera scene during her date at the school dance. Meanwhile, Joey confronts Mrs. Leery about her liaisons; and Pacey gets under Tamara's skin with his public flirting.
Guest stars: Scott Foley, Leann Hunley (Tamara Jacobs), Mitchell Laurance (Benjamin Gold), Nicole Nieth
E3 KissFeb 3, 1998 · 44 min
Synopsis
While working on the film class's movies, team player Dawson has a hard time being stuck in the background. Meanwhile as he plots to give Jen the "perfect kiss", Joey is swept away by a handsome stranger and Pacey tries to graduate to manhood.
Guest stars: Scott Foley, Leann Hunley (Tamara Jacobs), Mitchell Laurance (Benjamin Gold), Ian Bohen, Angela Ray, Obi Ndefo (Bodie Wells)
E4 DiscoveryFeb 10, 1998 · 44 min
Synopsis
Dawson turns to Jen after learning of his mom's affair, and Joey's knowledge of it. But he regrets doing so when she tells him some of her problems; meanwhile Pacey and Tamara continue to tempt fate with their fling.
Guest stars: Leann Hunley (Tamara Jacobs), Ric Reitz, Mitchell Laurance (Benjamin Gold), Ed Grady
E5 HurricaneFeb 17, 1998 · 44 min
Synopsis
When a major hurricane moves inland, all take refuge in the Leery home, where Dawson rages at Jen about her past, and Mitch storms out after learning of Gale's affair. That leaves a tormented Dawson to deal with their fallout. Meanwhile, Pacey ruins his brother's chances to get with Tamara at her beach house.
Guest stars: Dylan Neal (Doug Witter), Leann Hunley (Tamara Jacobs), Ric Reitz, Obi Ndefo (Bodie Wells)
E6 BabyFeb 24, 1998 · 43 min
Synopsis
Capeside is abuzz with rumors of a teacher's indiscretion, rumors that prove fateful for Pacey and Tamera. Meanwhile, Joey and Jen get a life lesson when Bessie is aided by an unlikely source when she gives birth in Dawson's living room.
Guest stars: Thunderbird Dinwiddie (Bo Ho Chic), Dylan Neal (Doug Witter), Leann Hunley (Tamara Jacobs), Obi Ndefo (Bodie Wells)
E7 DetentionMar 3, 1998 · 45 min
Synopsis
In what is said to be one of the best episodes, the gang, after committing various violations at school, gets stuck together for an 8 hour Saturday detention, where Dawson and Pacey turn against each another; and Joey offers a tearful partial explanation for her anger toward Jen.
Guest stars: Monica Keena (Abby Morgan), Mike Pniewski (Dr. Rochford), Barry Bell
E8 BoyfriendMar 10, 1998 · 44 min
Synopsis
Dawson feels the heat when Jen is visited by an old boyfriend; Joey lets off a bit too much steam at a beach party and ends up in a sticky situation; and tensions between Mitch and Gale reach the boiling point as they attempt to rebuild their marriage.
Guest stars: Scott Foley, Eion Bailey, Jeremy Moore (Tyler), Paula Davis (Complaining Officer)
E9 RoadtripMar 17, 1998 · 44 min
Synopsis
Hoping to get over Jen, Dawson agrees to join Pacey and Billy in a boys night out and finds what he is looking for in another woman. Meanwhile Jen handles damage control after Joey becomes the subject of a rumor at school.
Guest stars: Monica Keena (Abby Morgan), Eion Bailey, Eric Balfour (Warren Goering), Melissa McBride, J.R. Rodriguez, Helen Baldwin
E10 Double DateApr 28, 1998 · 44 min · ★ 8.0
Synopsis
A double date finds Jen and Cliff joined by Dawson and a savvy sidekick who calls him on a plot to make Jen jealous. But it's Dawson turn to turn green when Pacey grows close to Joey working on a project.
Guest stars: Scott Foley, Megahn Perry, Keith Flippen (Dr. Rand), Craig Edwards (Carnival Attendant), Shanda Lee Munson (Waitress)
E11 The ScareMay 5, 1998 · 43 min · ★ 8.5
Synopsis
In honor of Friday the 13th, Dawson, plans a séance for the gang, they are all spooked by reports of a serial killer heading towards Capeside.
Guest stars: Scott Foley, Justin Matthew Smith, Mitchell Laurance (Benjamin Gold), Jennifer McComb (Ursula), David Blanchard (David / The Lady Killer), Ed Grady ('Gramps' Ryan), Patt Noday (TV News Anchor)
E12 Beauty ContestMay 12, 1998 · 44 min
Synopsis
Joey and Pacey enter a beauty competition; Jen regrets her breakup with Dawson.
Guest stars: Lori Rom (Hannah von Wenning), Tara Killian, Cara Stoner (Roberta Crump), Marguerite Lowell (Mrs. Pennoyer), Robby Preddy (Pageant Sign-Up Lady), Courtney Cole-Fendley (Contestant #1), G. Martin Eckhardt (Soundman / Cameraman)
E13 DecisionsMay 19, 1998 · 45 min
Synopsis
In the season finale, Dawson and Joey confront their true feelings. Joey, visits her father in prison, and debates leaving to go to France.
Guest stars: Dylan Neal (Doug Witter), Richard Fullerton (Diner Owner - Vic), Helen Baldwin, Ed Grady ('Gramps' Ryan), Gareth Williams (Mike Potter)