The original Degrassi series, The Kids of Degrassi Street, premiered on Canadian television, marking the beginning of the Degrassi franchise.
Degrassi Junior High, the direct sequel to The Kids of Degrassi Street, premiered, introducing a new generation of characters and continuing the franchise's focus on real-life issues faced by teenagers.
Degrassi High premiered as a continuation of Degrassi Junior High, further exploring complex adolescent themes including teen pregnancy and mental health.
Degrassi: The Next Generation premiered, reviving the franchise for a new generation and introducing new characters while also including some original cast members.
A feature-length film of Degrassi: The Next Generation was released, expanding the show's reach beyond television.
Degrassi: Next Class premiered on Netflix, marking the franchise's move to digital streaming platforms and continuing the series with a focus on contemporary issues.
Christine 'Spike' Nelson arrives at Degrassi Community School as a new student and starts dealing with teenage motherhood.
Caitlin Ryan comes out as a lesbian, marking a significant moment in the series for LGBTQ representation.
Students perform the Freedom Writers play to raise awareness about diversity and acceptance at Degrassi.
J.T. Yorke is tragically killed in a stabbing incident, impacting the entire student body and changing the tone of the series.
Spinner gets involved in the wrestling team and struggles with personal and social challenges.
Craig Manning reveals his struggle with drug addiction and works towards recovery.
Emma Nelson and Manny Santos develop a close friendship that supports each other through various teenage issues.
