Washington D.C. [US], July 22: Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson, widely recognized for their roles as Joey Potter and Pacey Witter in the beloved teen drama ‘Dawson’s Creek,’ are reuniting on screen for Holmes’ latest project, a feature film trilogy titled ‘Happy Hours.’
Holmes is set to take on multiple roles for the film, serving as writer, director, and star. The cast for ‘Happy Hours’ also includes an impressive lineup of talent, such as Mary-Louise Parker, Constance Wu, Joe Tippett, John McGinty, Donald Webber Jr., Nathan Darrow, Johnna Dias-Watson, and Jack Martin.
Production for the first installment of the trilogy is slated to begin this summer in New York City, with the subsequent films to follow shortly after. ‘Happy Hours’ is described as a character-driven dramedy that will explore the emotional journey of two individuals, played by Jackson and Holmes, as they reconnect as adults. The story delves into the complexities of their relationship amidst career demands, family responsibilities, and the ongoing pursuit of love despite life’s inevitable challenges.
The film is a collaborative effort, produced by Maven Screen Media and Bond Street Station, in association with Crown Productions and STX Films. Celine Rattray and Trudie Styler are producing for Maven Screen Media, while Peter Coleman and Paula P. Manzanedo are producing for Bond Street Station. Annie Herndon will oversee for STX Films, with Jenny Halper, Sophia Pedlow, and Jackie Donohoe overseeing for Maven.
Both Holmes and Jackson were integral parts of ‘Dawson’s Creek’ for all six seasons. Beyond this iconic show, Katie Holmes has an extensive filmography, including roles in ‘The Ice Storm,’ ‘Batman Begins,’ and ‘The Secret: Dare to Dream,’ among many others. She recently made a guest appearance in ‘Poker Face’ Season 2. Joshua Jackson is currently headlining ABC’s ‘Doctor Odyssey’ and is also set to appear in ‘Karate Kid: Legends’ alongside Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio.