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Darryl Armstrong is a fictional character portrayed by Michael Kinney in the TV series Degrassi.
They appear in 73 episodes out of a total of 383 aired

Darryl Armstrong

by Michael Kinney

character

Episodes73

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    The Mating Game

    episode S1.E6 april 2002
    Ashley and Jimmy's eight-month anniversary is coming up - and so is the question of whether or not to have sex. Paige is playing Juliet opposite Jimmy's English-class Romeo and she's planting doubts in Ashley's mind.
  • 7.1
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    Basketball Diaries

    episode S1.E7 april 2002
    Jimmy is trying to make the basketball team, but with spending all that time practicing, he is behind in school. He can only do one or the other. He convinces Spinner to give him one of his Ritalin pills to boost his energy, but it has bad consequences for both Jimmy and Spinner. Meanwhile, Liberty is sick of writing Ashley's speeches for her, so she wants to take over the morning announcements for one day. Ashley knows Liberty won't be able to do it, but sets her up anyway.
  • 7.5
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    Rumours and Reputations

    episode S1.E10 may 2002
    Emma accidentally spreads a rumour about Liberty and Mr. Armstrong. Spinner finds a bug in this cafeteria lunch.
  • 7.9
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    Friday Night

    episode S1.E11 june 2002
    Sean asks Emma out on a date. Spinner and Jimmy vow revenge on Mrs. Kwan.
  • 7.7
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    Under Pressure

    episode S1.E14 june 2002
    It's final exam time and everyone is stressed out. Especially Sean.
  • 7.9
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    Karma Chameleon

    episode S2.E4 october 2002
    Ashley swallows her pride and tries to win her friends back. Her efforts work fairly well but Ashley's arrogant attitude leads to some nasty rumors about her. Toby ends up in over his head when he develops a crush on Spinner's little sister Kendra.
  • 7.5
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    Mirror in the Bathroom

    episode S2.E9 july 2003
    Toby takes extreme measures to make it on the wrestling team while Terri battles vicious teasing when the kids at school discover she is a plus-size model.
  • 7.9
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    Don't Believe the Hype

    episode S2.E11 december 2002
    Hazel faces an identity crisis during "International Day" at Degrassi. Feeling ashamed of her background, she lies about her ethnicity, but ends up even more confused when lying doesn't help her feel better about it.
  • 8
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    Careless Whisper

    episode S2.E14 january 2003
    Just as Marco and Ellie's relationship heats up, Marco's doubts about his sexuality intensify. Toby is head-over-heels for Kendra and wants to spend every waking moment with her but trouble arises when Kendra starts to feel smothered.
  • 7.2
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    Hot for Teacher

    episode S2.E15 july 2003
    JT gets in trouble in science class but he is elated when his punishment is spending a week after school with hot teacher Ms. Hatzilakos. Jimmy and Spinner decide to start a "truth pact," which ends up endangering their friendship.
  • 7.5
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    Message in a Bottle

    episode S2.E16 august 2003
    When Emma agrees to get back together with Sean, he feels like he is on top of the world. Unfortunately, Sean's happiness is short-lived when his home life becomes more desperate and alcohol becomes his coping mechanism.
  • 6.1
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    Relax

    episode S2.E17 august 2003
    Liberty is furious she didn't receive a spot on the girls' hockey team. Unable to get over the rejection, Liberty pours all her energy into being a ruthless team manager. Terri freaks out when she reads Paige's palm and finds Paige has no lifeline!
  • 7.4
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    Dressed in Black

    episode S2.E18 january 2003
    Jimmy and Ashley have finally patched things up and start dating once again. Even though Ashley's style has changed, she assures Jimmy she is still the same girl inside. Meanwhile, Toby and JT learn far more than they ever wanted to know when discussing birth control in health class.
  • 7.6
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    Fight for Your Right

    episode S2.E19 february 2003
    Emma complains to Principal Raditch about the use of genetically modified foods in the cafeteria. When Raditch says they haven't been proved to be harmful, Emma stages a student protest.
  • 8.4
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    How Soon Is Now?

    episode S2.E20 february 2003
    Paige is feeling whole again after lots of intensive therapy to help her get over the rape. She is convinced everything is back to normal until she finds out Dean will be at Degrassi for a basketball tournament. The possibility of seeing her rapist face-to-face sends Paige's well-organized world into a tailspin.
  • 8.1
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    Father Figure: Part 2

    episode S3.E2 september 2003
    Through Snake's alumni database, Emma does locate her biological father, Shane McKay, at an address in Stouffville. When she arrives at that address, she sees that it is a medical institution and that Shane, mentally disabled, is a patient. Emma's first thought is that her mother is a heartless woman who deserted Shane during his time of need. Emma's view of her mother changes when she learns the full story and why Spike did not tell her the truth about Shane. But Spike may be in trouble when Shane escapes from the institution and wants to see his old girlfriend. Meanwhile, Spinner managed to get Hazel's locker for Paige, who deems it not to be the perfect locker. In her mind, Jimmy has the perfect locker. Jimmy, knowing that Spinner will probably do anything for the locker, makes a deal with Spinner, one not only that Spinner will find embarrassing to do, but one that Spinner does not realize will put Paige in a bad light.
  • 8.6
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    Pride: Part 2

    episode S3.E5 october 2003
    Spinner does not react well to Marco coming out to him. Without initially actually outing Marco to the general populous, Spinner does whatever he can to freeze Marco out of his life. Spinner spreads the news amongst their closest group of friends, all of who think Spinner is acting like an idiot. Marco will need all the support he can when he learns first hand what it's like to be gay in an intolerant society. A specific incident pushes Marco further in the closet. Meanwhile, Snake's initial medical diagnosis is possible leukemia. He tries to make light of the situation, which affects Emma more than anyone. Regardless of the final diagnosis, his actions, in part because of the possible diagnosis of leukemia, benefit Degrassi as a whole.
  • 7.9
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    Gangsta Gangsta

    episode S3.E6 october 2003
    Snake's illness is causing a strain on Emma and Sean's alone time. Sean, feeling lost without Emma's support, has thoughts of his old troubled life. He starts to gravitate toward trouble-makers Jay, Alex and Towerz. A fight with Emma over their lack of time alone together turns Sean's thoughts into reality. Sean does whatever he feels he needs to be to be accepted, an act which ends up hurting Emma. Meanwhile, J.T. is hanging out with the in crowd - his new friends - leaving Toby in the lurch. At a sleep-over at Toby's, an embarrassed J.T. has a wet dream over Liberty, which Toby lords over him as blackmail in also being able to hang out with the in crowd.
  • 8.2
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    Whisper to a Scream

    episode S3.E8 november 2003
    Ellie is facing some stresses in her life. Her soldier father has just been shipped overseas, to which her alcoholic mother does not react well. She has an interview for what she considers her dream co-op job working for Caitlin at the radio station doing stories on social causes, but she's up against "perfect" Paige for the sole position. These stresses end up having a physical manifestation, which Ellie, ashamed, feels she needs to hide. Ellie gets an unexpected source of support. Meanwhile, Terri has been receiving roses from a secret admirer. She suspects it's Toby, but really is hoping it's shy Rick.
  • 7.5
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    Against All Odds

    episode S3.E9 november 2003
    Emma decides it's time to move on in matters of the heart when she realizes she has feelings for new kid Chris.
  • 7.2
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    This Charming Man

    episode S3.E13 december 2003
    Emma becomes obsessed with getting Sean busted when she suspects he and his gang are stealing things from Degrassi. Paige, Spinner, and Jimmy enroll in a driver's education class and Paige develops a crush on their instructor.
  • 8.3
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    Accidents Will Happen: Part 1

    episode S3.E14 january 2004
    Manny falls flat at her gymnastics meet because she feels nauseous. When her sickness doesn't go away, Manny begins to worry it may be something more than the flu.
  • 7.7
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    Rock and Roll High School

    episode S3.E18 march 2004
    Craig is determined to beat his ex-girlfriend Ashley when both of their bands are entered in an upcoming battle-of-the-bands competition. After Joey hurts his back in an accident, Catlin steps in to care for him and his daughter Angela.
  • 8.2
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    Ghost in the Machine: Part 1

    episode S4.E1 october 2004
    Season 4 begins with Paige, Spinner, Marco, Jimmy, and Hazel entering Grade 11. Spinner buys a car with the money he's earned at The Dot, and Paige receives a summons to testify at the trial of the guy who raped her.
  • 7.8
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    King of Pain

    episode S4.E3 september 2004
    Marco faces unexpected hurdles in the race for Student Council President when his opponent Alex threatens to out him to the entire school at the election assembly. Meanwhile, Liberty and Emma have a confrontation of their own when Liberty starts spending time with Emma's ex, Chris.
  • 7.7
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    Anywhere I Lay My Head

    episode S4.E5 october 2004
    Sean and Ellie's relationship reaches the next level when Sean wants her to move into his apartment. Is Ellie ready to leave her turbulent childhood home and live with the love of her life? Meanwhile, Manny takes over the Spirit Squad carwash when Paige falls ill.
  • 9.3
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    Time Stands Still: Part 2

    episode S4.E8 december 2004
    Humiliated and furious, Rick returns to Degrassi with a handgun in his backpack and prepares to take revenge on the students of Degrassi for laughing at him. Jimmy sympathizes with Rick and promises to back him up whenever other students harass him. Rick accuses Jimmy of being part of the prank and shoots Jimmy in the back when he tries to run away. Rick then moves on to the next person on his hit list: Emma.
  • 8.1
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    Eye of the Tiger

    episode S4.E16 december 2004
    Everyone is thrilled when Jimmy finally returns to school. Unfortunately for Spinner, Jimmy's return means revealing the truth about what happened that fateful day and dealing with the repercussions. Spinner deeply wants to redeem himself but how can he fully be forgiven for telling Rick that the prank was Jimmy's idea? Danny disapproves of the relationship between J.T. and Liberty.
  • 7.5
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    Death of a Disco Dancer

    episode S5.E3 october 2005
    Paige proceeds to make a bad choice -- one which could ruin her life.
  • 8.1
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    Our Lips Are Sealed: Part 1

    episode S5.E15 may 2006
    Emma, Manny, Spike and Jack are still trying to live without Snake. Manny is desperate to lose weight for an interview with an agent and Emma is happy enough to control one more thing like what they eat. They go on a major diet, barely eating, binging and throwing up and running too much. Snake is tired of staying at Joey's and really wants to come home. Emma tries to help, but to no avail. She's also trying to keep her relationship with Peter on the down low. Manny loses the pounds she wants too, and Snake manages to re-woo Spike and come home but Emma still feels the need to stay on the diet.
  • 8.3
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    Our Lips Are Sealed: Part 2

    episode S5.E16 may 2006
    Emma, still on her dangerous diet, tries to make up excuses to friends and family about why she's not eating and is having problems. She alienates Manny and tells her she's dating Peter. Peter finds out about Emma's eating disorder and goes to Manny, the two of them talk to Snake and Spike and all of them try to intervene and save Emma. She ends up having a panic attack and passing out, sending her to the hospital. Meanwhile, Paige wants Alex and Hazel to get along, which is like getting water and oil to mix without the egg. They eventually manage to get along because Paige is their egg.
  • 7.5
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    Here Comes Your Man: Part 1

    episode S6.E1 september 2006
    When Peter receives a new car for his birthday, he quickly becomes a frequent face in the street racing scene. Peter gains a new friend, equally into the scene...a recently returned Sean! Immediately it is apparent that Emma and Sean are oozing chemistry. Will things heat up again between them? Marco and Dylan find an apartment in the Annex perfectly close to school, but Marco has to contend with helping Dylan find roommates, choosing courses with Ellie and throwing Paige a blow-out going party all at the same time.
  • 7.9
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    Eyes Without a Face: Part 1

    episode S6.E5 october 2006
    Darcy decides to shed her good girl image by pursuing a relationship with an online admirer. JT tries to move on from Liberty's clutches when he develops a crush on new girl Mia.
  • 8
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    Eyes Without a Face: Part 2

    episode S6.E6 november 2006
    Darcy continues her dangerous online double-life despite knowing the risks. But Darcy's world comes crashing down when her internet life collides with her real one. Ellie looks to Ashley for help when she encounters some problems with the mature college lifestyle.
  • 7.7
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    What's It Feel Like to Be a Ghost?: Part 1

    episode S6.E9 january 2007
    Craig returns to Degrassi for a music festival and Manny wastes no time in hooking back up with him. As Craig further embraces the rock star lifestyle, Manny has to decide whether the new Craig is the guy she really loves. Much to Liberty's frustration, Mia and JT are the new "it" couple at Degrassi. When tensions reach a breaking point, Mia demands to know the truth about JT's past.
  • 7.5
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    Hungry Eyes

    episode S7.E9 february 2008
    Emma auditions to be a spokes model for "Purple Dragon", a popular energy drink, in an attempt to reinvent herself. She revels in the attention but will Emma be willing to give up her beliefs for the sake of fame? Sav agrees to coach Mia in badminton on the condition she coach him on proper kissing.
  • 7.5
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    Talking in Your Sleep

    episode S7.E17 may 2008
    Paige is on top of her game at work and in school but she can't help but be distracted by her roommate Griffin. When Griffin becomes distant and secretive, Paige worries Griffin is disinterred "because he got what he wanted". After Paige discovers the truth, she realizes her lighthearted fling might be much more intense than she bargained for. Meanwhile, Jane goes to Darcy for advice on Spinner's behavior.
  • 7.6
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    Another Brick in the Wall

    episode S7.E18 april 2008
    Since Snake's suspension from teaching, Emma's life has been turned upside-down. He's really in a funk, and the dark cloud over his head has fouled the air at home, where Emma finds herself caught in the no-man's-land between her parents.
  • 7.5
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    Man with Two Hearts

    episode S8.E5 november 2008
    Peter struggles with maintaining a relationship with Mia and a friendship with Riley. Clare and Alli make an awkward discovery in Mr. Simpson's house.
  • 6.7
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    Touch of Grey

    episode S8.E15 march 2009
    Try-outs for the Degrassi basketball team is an event welcomed by all. But this spells trouble for some, such as Kelly Ashoona, who is among those now tested for drug-use. For K.C. it's a dilemma when his foster father allows him to attend providing he keeps out of trouble in light of his court terms. His well-meaning, but clumsy friend, Connor, makes things even worse after jocks start taunting academically superior K.C.
  • 7.6
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    Heart of Glass

    episode S8.E16 march 2009
    The girls are stress about the most absurd theories that anything confirms boys aren't to be trusted, least of all their lovers. Johnny is pushed to have sex by Ally, who fakes being ready out of fear that he may dump her.
  • 7.2
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    You Be Illin'

    episode S9.E5 october 2009
    Alli and Johnny have broken up for good but when Johnny urgently wants to talk to her, could it lead to a make-up or even more heartbreak? Peter wants to get back in the band but is depressed when his efforts are too late.
  • 7.4
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    Beat It: Part 1

    episode S9.E7 november 2009
    Riley is desperate to prove he isn't gay and plans to prove it by sleeping with Fiona. Anya embraces the gamer lifestyle while Dave's crush on Jenna intensifies.
  • 7.6
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    Beat It: Part 2

    episode S9.E8 november 2009
    Riley tries to seduce Fiona to prove he's straight but gives up when he realizes how unfair it is to manipulate Fiona's emotions. Sav is confused by Anya's new interest in role-playing games and Dave doesn't get the reaction he hoped for when he admits his feelings to Jenna.
  • 7.7
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    Heart Like Mine: Part 1

    episode S9.E11 november 2009
    KC follows Coach Carson's advice and dumps Clare in favor of Jenna. But what are Coach Carson's motives for butting in on his students' private lives? Could he be up to something sinister? Meanwhile, Marco returns to the halls of Degrassi as a student teacher.
  • 7.4
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    In Your Eyes

    episode S9.E18 may 2010
    Riley has tried so hard to hide his true feelings but a crush on a cute new friend might force him to embrace his sexuality. KC pleads for Clare's forgiveness and wants to get back together. But has Clare already moved on?
  • 7.8
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    Breakaway: Part 1

    episode S10.E3 july 2010
    Fiona runs away to Degrassi when life gets too stressful in New York. The entire school falls for Anya's lie, which jeopardizes Sav's chances in the election. Jenna misunderstands the surgery Clare plans to get and rumors spread like wildfire.
  • 7.7
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    Breakaway: Part 2

    episode S10.E4 july 2010
    Once the election results come in, Anya has to tell one more lie to cover up for her previous deception. Holly J's devious streak continues when she betrays a friend in order to pay for a private tutoring course.
  • 7.8
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    99 Problems: Part 1

    episode S10.E5 july 2010
    Riley's chances at making quarterback are nearly ruined when his rival Drew threatens to "out" him in front of the entire school. Rather than risk embarrassment, Riley takes matters into his own hands. Alli tries out for the power squad.
  • 8
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    99 Problems: Part 2

    episode S10.E6 july 2010
    Riley's rivalry with Drew goes so far it may wreck his chances for becoming a quarterback. Alli starts her own dance squad to compete but things don't go as planned. Jenna interferes in KC's family life when she discovers his mother is trying to contact him.
  • 7.8
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    Better Off Alone: Part 1

    episode S10.E7 july 2010
    KC's mother enters his life again and wants to regain custody of him. But is KC ready to accept her? Similarly, Clare's new English partner Eli helps her confront her own family problems. Alli and Drew play a racy stripping game at a party.
  • 8
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    Better Off Alone: Part 2

    episode S10.E8 july 2010
    Life is good for KC until his mom shows up to win back custody. When his BFs give him grief about allowing her a second chance, he starts hanging with a tougher crowd.
  • 7.9
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    Purple Pills: Part 1

    episode S10.E21 august 2010
    Fiona has been seeing a therapist to deal with the trauma of Bobby's abuse, but overwhelmed with anxiety she turns to the next best thing - champagne. Riley is ready to make his relationship with Zane public but when a university football recruiter shows interest, Riley starts having second thoughts. When Eli cancels guy's night with Adam to hang out with Clare, Adam makes a new friend, Fitz.
  • 8
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    Purple Pills: Part 2

    episode S10.E22 august 2010
    Fiona attempts to self-medicate and ease herself of the stress she's been having, but her method of relaxation could ruin her legal case against Bobby Beckonridge. Riley's feeling the pressure of being an openly gay athlete as Coach Barnes has come to scout him.
  • 7.7
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    The Way We Get By: Part 1

    episode S10.E35 february 2011
    Drew has developed a new reputation after he hooked up with Bianca in the boiler room which makes him undesired among the Degrassi female population, well most of the female population. Bianca is still interested in Drew but he at first ignores her advances. Then after continued advances Drew gives in he gives in. Riley is trying to take an interest in Zane's hobbies but it doesn't fit the bill. Alli is trying to make friends at her new school.
  • 8.4
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    Chasing Pavements: Part 1

    episode S10.E41 april 2011
    When Anya complains that Owen's attentions during CPR class were making her uncomfortable, he gets bounced from the class. Allie returns to Degrassi but has to deal with her reputation and seeing Drew and Bianca being affectionate. Fiona finishes her rehab program but must immediately head for New York and a confrontation with Bobby about his abuse.
  • 8.4
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    Chasing Pavements: Part 2

    episode S10.E42 april 2011
    Fiona has words with Adam about what she sees in him and has to re-evaluate her dating tastes. Alli and Clare organize a math tutoring session in hopes of raising the standardized math test results but the sessions force Allie to deal with Drew. Anya re-evaluates her feelings about Owen after he apologizes for his actions in CPR class.
  • 7.2
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    Idioteque

    episode S11.E5 july 2011
    Worries about Vince has Drew on the edge of panic. Conner's social awkwardness takes a disturbing turn. Owen's braggadocious post about a one-night-stand has Anya upset that he'll divulge her identity.
  • 7.6
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    Paper Planes: Part 2

    episode S11.E11 august 2011
    After getting rejected by Dr. Chris and Toronto University, Anya's self-esteem is at an all-time low. Anya needs a boost of confidence and tries to find it through artificial means.
  • 7.4
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    Mr. Brightside: Part 1

    episode S11.E18 august 2011
    Since Alli can't officially have a boyfriend, she wants Dave to meet her folks as a friend. Holly J needs to convince her birth mom to donate a kidney. Drew revels in his newfound abilities in MMA fighting despite the danger of being caught doing it at school.
  • 7.3
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    Drop It Like It's Hot: Part 1

    episode S11.E22 august 2011
    Alli wants to cement her relationship with Dave before leaving for a two month Summer Science Camp. But after a miscommunication about sex, Alli has to make things right.
  • 6.7
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    Not Ready to Make Nice: Part 1

    episode S11.E36 march 2012
    On Jake's birthday, he invites his "new girl" over for dinner, much to Clare's dismay. Fiona plays matchmaker for Eli and Imogen.
  • 7.4
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    Need You Now: Part 2

    episode S11.E39 april 2012
    When Eli catches Imogene in a lie it exacerbates his paranoia. Zig fails to fully support Tori in her efforts to make the power squad. KC wants a larger role in Ty's life than the adoptive parents seem comfortable with.
  • 7.8
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    Come as You Are: Part 2

    episode S12.E2 july 2012
    Drew try to remembers what happened after he blacked out.
  • 7.5
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    Closer to Free: Part 1

    episode S12.E9 july 2012
    Jenna bonds with Becky -- and Becky's hot brother, Luke. Is it a problem that Jenna's not Christian?
  • 8.2
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    Never Ever: Part 2

    episode S12.E16 august 2012
    Imogen must deal with her father's illness.
  • 7.1
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    Doll Parts: Part 1

    episode S12.E23 october 2012
    Maya feels unappreciated by her boyfriend and her band, so Tori gives her a pageant-style makeover.
  • 7.5
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    Doll Parts: Part 2

    episode S12.E24 november 2012
    Get ready for all the break-ups, make-ups, fights, friends, frenemy fall-outs, and envelope-pushing issues that make things so Degrassi.
  • 7.1
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    You Oughta Know

    episode S13.E11 october 2013
    Clare's journalism skills are tested when she interviews Zoë for a national magazine. Meanwhile, Miles needs a favor from Tristan.
  • 6.6
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    Walking in My Shoes

    episode S14.E16 july 2015
    The entire school hates Zoë and she tries to win them back. Frankie's grades are starting to slip. Could she resort to her father's ways of getting ahead? Imogen and Jack are dealing with stuff that could affect their relationship.
  • 6.4
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    Get It Together

    episode S14.E17 july 2015
    Becky has feelings for Jonah, but is unsure. Maya hopes gym class will boost her average - not as easy as she thought. Clare agrees to babysit Rocky, thinking it'll be a breeze.
  • 8
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    Finally: Part 1

    episode S14.E23 july 2015
    It's prom time at Degrassi! Dallas wants Prom to be perfect for Alli but he makes a mistake that could ruin everything. Miles tries to help Hunter in the matters of the heart.
  • 8.4
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    Finally: Part 2

    episode S14.E24 july 2015
    In the series finale, the class of 2015 graduates and it's time for goodbyes and new beginnings.