WildBrain and Peacock Alley start production on new Degrassi documentary series

TORONTO – WildBrain announced Wednesday production is now underway on a new three-hour documentary series about the iconic Canadian television series Degrassi. Commissioned by WildBrain Television, the as-yet-untitled docuseries is being produced in partnership with the award-winning Canadian production company Peacock Alley. “Featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes footage and interviews, the series will dive into Degrassi lore and the teenage experience with its creators, cast, crew and fans, as well as generations of filmmakers influenced by the franchise’s 40-year legacy,” reads a WildBrain press release. The documentary series is being directed by Lisa Rideout (Sex with Sue, This Is Pop) and is executive produced by Josh Scherba,...