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Drake Appears in First Trailer for Degrassi Documentary Ahead of TIFF World Premiere on Sept. 13

The feature from director Lisa Rideout explores the franchise’s fearless storytelling, examining its impact on young cast and audiences.

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Overview

  • WildBrain and Peacock Alley released the first trailer on Aug. 27, with the film set as a TIFF 50 Official Selection for a Sept. 13 world premiere.
  • Interviews span creator Linda Schuyler, executive producer Stephen Stohn, multiple generations of cast, and superfan Kevin Smith.
  • Drake reflects in the trailer on being cast and his early Degrassi experience, calling the role the start of a “wild journey.”
  • The documentary surveys Degrassi’s history of tackling taboo teen issues and addresses the benefits and costs of fame for its young performers.
  • Lisa Rideout directs; Carrie Mudd and Erin Sharp produce; executive producers include Josh Scherba, Stephanie Betts, Angela Boudreault and Mudd; the film is written by Rideout and Celine Wong.