Degrassi Goes Hollywood

Mewes, with Kevin Smith, opens auditions for Trixie's role at the University of Manny and Emma. Manny submits an audition tape that proves underwhelming, and she does not receive a callback. The setback reinforces her insecurity in acting, which is colored by her abusive relationship with Professor Mick. The scene sets Manny on a path toward rebuilding her confidence.

Manny, encouraged by Kevin Smith to try again, joins a road trip to Los Angeles with the Stüdz band—Sav, Peter, and Danny—led by Jay on a borrowed Degrassi school bus. Mia rides along to spend time with Peter during the journey. The trip tests Manny's nerves as she battles self-doubt while the group barrels toward their big break.

In Los Angeles, Paige works as a lowly assistant for reality show diva Hailey Montel. Hailey assigns Paige a string of menial tasks, while Robbie, the executive producer, lures her with a lead role in Mewesical High and a glamorous life—limousine and mansion included. Paige invites Ellie and Marco from Toronto to celebrate the potential break, and Ellie agrees to go to LA while her father returns from a military tour in Afghanistan.

Filming is not going well with Paige in the cast, and she frequently clashes with Mewes over Trixie's character. Mewes wants to fire Paige, but Robbie insists she stay to preserve the production. The creative friction signals deeper trouble for the project.

Paige seeks Hailey's guidance to navigate the Hollywood scene, but Hailey pushes her to improvise and assert herself. The aggressive approach alienates Marco and earns Paige a growing reputation as a diva in Hollywood. Frustrated by the fallout, Mewes ultimately fires her from the project.

Manny learns that Paige's position is open, but their bus is stolen and later breaks down, delaying their arrival in LA. The setback heightens Manny's urgency to catch up and join the production, while the rest of the group forges ahead. The delay underscores the group's precarious path to success.

Robbie bluffs to keep Paige's job, threatening to fire Mewes if she is cut loose. The tactic backfires when Mewes quits the project, putting the musical in jeopardy and leaving the team scrambling. The move shifts the balance of power in the production.

Marco encourages Ellie to reach out to her family; she travels to reconnect with a rehabilitated Craig, who is touring with Fall Out Boy, and they spend a romantic day together. When Ellie discovers Craig's girlfriend Yvette waiting at his apartment, she becomes heartbroken and sinks into heavy drinking, nearly drowning at Venice Beach. Marco and Craig rescue her and urge her to visit her family in Canada, and Ellie shares a kiss with Craig before saying goodbye.

Paige has become a Hollywood pariah, losing offers and social capital. Desperate to maintain her fame, she partners with Hailey to stage a salacious photo op. The plan cements her reputation as a fallen star trying to claw back relevance.

Marco confronts Paige about her self-respect and choices. Paige retaliates with a slap, and Marco leaves the mansion in disappointment. The rift marks a turning point in the group dynamic.

Just as Manny and her friends arrive in LA, Mewes calls to report the movie's cancellation. They attend a local movie premiere where Paige hesitates about the photo op, but Manny recognizes her, causing Paige to trip and break her leg on the red carpet. Paige then arranges for Stüdz and Manny to perform outside Mewes' window, securing a last-minute spot in the musical.

With the project back on track, Paige becomes Mewes' assistant. Ellie tears up reuniting with her father, and Manny and Jay pledge to stay together after filming concludes. The group emerges with new bonds and a renewed commitment to finish what they started.