The Kiss

Season 2, Episode 1, Aired
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After their kiss, Dawson and Joey have doubts about the future of their relationship as Joey plans to go to France. Meanwhile, Pacey plays a trick on the new girl, but later finds himself the victim of her trick on him.
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  • Dawson wants to kiss Joey again. Jen's grandfather just died and Jen's not taking it too well. Pacey tries to gets Christy's attention but only gets the attention of new girl Andie.moreless

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    By Jon_MW_14, Jan 05, 2011 Report Abuse
    "The Kiss" was definitely a great season 2 opener! I love how season 2 starts off where it left off from season one with Dawson and Joey having their first kiss. It was entertaining to watch Dawson struggle with trying to kiss Joey for a second time. I liked th end of the episode where they finally kissed again on the swingset. It was very sad how Jen's grandfatehr died. I like the the scene with Jen and Grams, and Grams is describing her first date with Gramps. I love the introduction of Andie. She's my favourite character on the show. I love how Pacey pretended to be police officer and then Andie finding out that he's really a stundent at Capeside High. It was funny how Andie told Christy that Pacey had some sort of heart disease. I give this episode a 9/10.moreless

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  • Dawson and Joey - finally!

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    By diecaro, Jan 05, 2011 Report Abuse
    The second season premiere picks up where we were left last season: Joey and Dawson finally kiss. I must say I don't really feel the chemistry there so much. When they went on their date and then had their complicated second kiss... I didn't feel it. Well, maybe it'll come to me once I've gotten used to seeing them.
    Of course Jen is annoying as always. Getting in between Joey and Dawson. I can't help that I don't like her that much...
    That Andy chick is kinda weird, but maybe a weird girl is just right for Pacey, he should get a little settled...moreless

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  • Great season premiere! The whole DJ storyline a little slow, but very enticing & the Jen storyline had me gripping on for more.

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    By Charmed1408, Jan 05, 2011 Report Abuse
    Great season premiere! The whole DJ storyline a little slow, but very enticing & the Jen storyline had me gripping on for more. Joey & Dawson were sure yet hesitant about them being a couple, Jen mourns her grandfathers death trying to get back into Dawson's life & Pacey frosts his tips...... & attempts to ask out a popular girl. The continuation from Season 1 finale 'Decisions' was very well carried & didn't rush back in to things too soon but in fact dealt with the immediate aftermath of DJ(Dawson/Joey)'s kiss. One great thing about this episode is about how it mainly deals with very realistic feelings for American teens & you feel like that's what you would do if you were placed in the character's position. All in all, a really nice episode that entertains while still needing some work & more storylines. ALSO: A great introduction for Andie & it's great to see some new characters on the show.moreless

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  • Joey & Dawson....kiss!

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    By enduringpromise, Jan 05, 2011 Report Abuse
    Sooo... Joey and Dawson are kissing now....does this mean they're dating? I suppose so! Jen is OBVIOUSLY wanting Dawson back....shouldn't have dumped him sistah! =P Anywayyyy, introducing: Andy McPhee! I really like this girl. She has a run in with "Officer Pacey", haha. Anyways, this is a good episode, but of course, I love all episodes! I am just a guilty Dawson's Creek lover. It's one of my favorite shows. While The Kiss isn't my favorite episode, it's still a greattt episode, regardless, therefore, I find it hard to give this episode of Dawson's Creek anything other than a much deserving 10!moreless

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    By BethanyJoyFan, Jan 05, 2011 Report Abuse
    An excelent episode ! I loved it ! Even when they got confused about te kiss . Joey went for the window but Dawson chased her and just said " Don't even think about climbing trough that window " , it was so cute . And then they compared two conversations between Joey and Bessie and Pacey and Dawson . It was so funny the way Bessie and Pacey kept asking questions that Dawson and Joey wouldn't answer . Later thay went out on they first date , and Joey was all nervous about the second kiss but Dawson just said : it's gonna be so simple Jo " loved it!moreless

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    • It could seem as if the Dawson's Creek characters spend four seasons in high school since season one takes place in their sophomore year. This episode, which is the first episode in season two, begins the day after the end of the season one finale Decisions. Therefore, both the first and second seasons of Dawson's Creek take place during the character's sophomore year of high school. Edit
    • Goof: During Paul Stupin's audio commentary, he mentions that the date between Dawson and Joey belongs to the end of Season 1, where it ended with Joey storming away from the theater. However, there wasn't such a scene at the end of Season 1. Paul Stupin seems not to recall it right. Edit
    • Dawson took both Joey and Jen to the Rialto on his first date with both of them. Edit

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    • U.S. ratings (millions of viewers): Season 2 (1998-1999) 5.4 millions. Network Rank #118. Edit
    • During the entire Season 2, it's interesting to note that frequently the guys in the show are wearing shirts, t-shirts, sweaters, etc... with either a single wide or narrow horizontal stripe or a couple of horizontal stripes close together. Apparently this was a very popular, trendy fashion for guy's shirts during the late 90's. Edit
    • The scripts for Dawson's Creek were written in LA and sent to Wilmington, NC about 7 days before filming. So did the director for each episode. However, due to the success of the show, during season 2 the writers became so concerned about making the dialogue perfect that the scripts started showing up later and later to the point where sometimes they arrived only hours before shooting. The actors and the directors were of course upset about it, as they didn't have time to prepare their lines / their shooting. Fortunately, the problem was resolved during Season 3. Edit

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    • Jen: It seems a little sad that I was the girl whose sole purpose was to let you figure out who you really wanted to be with. Edit
    • Dawson: It's no Eiffel Tower, but it's all we got. But don't forget about the other franc-o-fellow opportunities in town. French fries. Joey: French toast. Dawson: French doors. (They french kiss) Joey: French kiss. Edit
    • Pacey: (Talking to himself) Kristy, makes me misty, by the end of the date she will have kissed me... if she ever gets here. Edit

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    • Joey: I hear Luke Perry is coming back to Beverly Hills 90210.
      Beverly Hills 90210 was a hit TV Drama that aired on FOX, in which one of its stars was Luke Perry. Edit
    • Pacey: Mulder and Scully never even kissed.
      This is a reference to The X-Files, which featured two detectives and their investigations into the paranormal. And the fact that a large amount of of TV viewers expected Mulder and Scully to become a couple. Edit
    • Pacey: Sam and Diane didn't get together until at least the 4th Season.
      A reference to NBC's Cheers, which featured two characters, named Sam Malone and Diane Chambers, involved in a love-hate relationship. Edit

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