Ep 1. #BootyCall
- TV-PG
- January 4, 2016
- 23 min
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6.7 (133)
#BootyCall is the first episode of the first season of the Canadian teen drama television series, Degrassi: Next Class. The episode premiered on January 4, 2016, on Family Channel in Canada.
The episode revolves around a new school year at Degrassi Community School. The show focuses on a group of high school students as they navigate the challenges and complexities of adolescence in the 21st century.
In this episode, a new student named Zoë Rivas transfers to Degrassi for her sophomore year. Zoë quickly makes friends with the school's popular girls and becomes interested in the popular guy, Drew Torres.
Meanwhile, Miles Hollingsworth III, the son of a wealthy businessman, has a secret crush on Tristan Milligan, his best friend. However, Miles is unsure about his sexuality and is afraid to reveal his feelings to Tristan.
As the school year progresses, Zoë decides to throw a party and invites Drew over to her house. However, the party soon becomes out of control when over 200 people show up, and Zoë loses control of the situation.
Meanwhile, Miles finally reveals his secret to Tristan, who is initially surprised but supportive of his friend. However, their friendship is soon tested when Miles' father finds out about his son's sexuality and doesn't approve.
The episode also deals with the issue of cyberbullying and the consequences of using social media irresponsibly.
Overall, #BootyCall sets the tone for the show, introducing the audience to the characters and their struggles. The episode touches on various themes that are relevant to teenagers today, such as identity, social media, party culture, and LGBTQ+ issues. The show's honest and realistic portrayal of these issues makes it a popular choice among young audiences.