So when the news dropped that the duo is reuniting for a new trilogy centered around two characters reconnecting later in life? Instant chills. It’s not Capeside, but it’s the next best thing: a mature, grounded romance that allows us to imagine, what if Joey and Pacey had found each other again in adulthood?

Happy Hours — A Reunion with Heart, Not Hype 

What makes this project so exciting isn’t just the nostalgic casting, it’s the creative vision behind it. Katie Holmes isn’t just starring; she’s also writing and directing the trilogy. That’s right: she’s not here to just relive the past, she’s crafting something new, layered, and full of emotional depth.

Joshua Jackson, fresh off a streak of acclaimed performances in series like The Affair and Dr. Death, steps in as her co-star—bringing that signature emotional nuance that made him such a standout on Dawson’s Creek. The two will play former flames who reconnect later in life navigating regrets, timing, and whether love can be rediscovered, not just remembered.

And let’s face it. If anyone can sell the beauty and heartbreak of a second chance at love, it’s these two.

To be clear: this isn’t Dawson’s Creek: The Movie. There’s no Capeside lighthouse, no overly dramatic Dawson crying face, and no high school angst. But that’s actually kind of perfect.

Because this isn’t about recreating the past—it’s about honoring what made it special while telling a new story that resonates with fans who, like the actors themselves, have grown up. In that way, Happy Hours becomes more than just a movie, it’s a bridge between who we were when we first met these two, and who we are now.

Why Our Teenage Hearts Are So, So Happy 

Let’s not pretend this isn’t a huge deal. For years, fans have begged for something: a reunion, a cameo, even a joint red carpet moment. Instead, we’re getting a full-on trilogy. That’s not just a nod to fan service, it’s a full embrace.

It’s the cinematic equivalent of bumping into your high school crush at a coffee shop, realizing the chemistry is still there, and wondering… “what if?”

Except in this case, it’s playing out on the big screen—and we’re all invited to watch.

For every fan who swooned over Joey climbing out of Dawson’s window only to fall for the guy with the sarcastic smile and a boat named “True Love,” this news hits hard. It’s not a remake. It’s not nostalgia for nostalgia’s sake. It’s something better. A chance to see two beloved actors tell a story that feels like the grown-up version of the one we never wanted to end.

So no, it’s not Joey and Pacey. But it is Katie and Joshua. And that’s more than enough to make our hearts flutter all over again.

Get ready, Happy Hours is coming. And if the title is any indication, we’re all about to feel a little happier.