‘Degrassi: Whatever It Takes’ premiere brings the cast back together for a reunion - Report

TV show ‘Degrassi’ was one of the most popular sitcoms at the time of its airing. Consisting of a total of 14 seasons, the show was loved by many. Ever since the last episode aired, fans of the show have time and time again been waiting for a reunion. Recently, the cast of ‘Degrassi’ met up for a small reunion at the premiere for their docu-series ‘Degrassi: Whatever It Takes’.The upcoming documentary series ‘Degrassi: Whatever It Takes,’ which takes the viewers through the journey of how the show came to be, has prompted the cast to finally meet up. Miriam McDonald, Shane Kippel, Ephraim Ellis, and Melinda Shankar all met up for the special first look screening of the documentary at the Toronto International Film Festival at Scotiabank Theatre on September 13. The creators of the show were also present on the scene to celebrate the auspicious occasion. As per The Hollywood Reporter, Carrie Mudd, one of the producers, greeted the audience before the premiere, sharing that “I’d like to thank the lawyers, the journalists, the publicists, our incredible cast and crew, and the Degrassi fans for sticking with us this week. Without you, this film may not have screened”. Drake, one of the leads of the show, as well as co-creator Linda Schuyler, were also not present at the theatre during the screening. The latter had earlier filed a legal complaint against the documentary; however, she had taken her appeal back. This action made it possible for the documentary to officially have its first look at TIFF. The documentary covers the iconic journey of one of the most loved shows of all time and how everything came to be. It is said to feature exclusive footage as well as interviews from cast members such as Dayo Ade, Miriam McDonald, Stacie Mistysyn, Stefan Brogren, Amanda Stepto, Amanda Deiseach, Maureen Deiseach, Shenae Grimes-Beech, Jake Epstein, Shane Kippel, Melinda Shankar, and Jordan Todosey.