Felicity
Felicity (1998) Overview Felicity is a production that began airing in 1998 and has etched itself into memory as one of the most heartfelt examples of the late-90s and early-2000s wave of teen dramas. The fact that it was an early…
Felicity (1998)
Overview
Felicity is a production that began airing in 1998 and has etched itself into memory as one of the most heartfelt examples of the late-90s and early-2000s wave of teen dramas. The fact that it was an early project for names like J.J. Abrams and Matt Reeves, who would go on to helm major productions, gives the show an added historical value. The series centers on the transformation of a young woman who changes the course of her life after high school, during her college years in New York. With its emotional depth, character-driven storytelling, and atmosphere that captures the spirit of its era, Felicity goes beyond a classic "coming-of-age" story to offer viewers a genuine story of growth.
Among the cast, the young actors of the era stand out, while names like Sarah-Jane Potts are also mentioned in connection with the show's international distribution and promotion in various markets. Unlike other college-themed productions of its time, the show's overall atmosphere is enriched with a narrative style featuring slower pacing and internal monologues.
Plot
At the center of the story is a young woman named Felicity Porter, who completely veers off the path she had planned for herself at high school graduation. While she is expected to go to medical school, her decision to enroll at a university in Manhattan, New York, to follow a classmate she has secretly admired since high school, ignites the entire story. Felicity's journey—moving away from her family's expectations and a safe, predetermined path, and stepping into a life full of uncertainty yet equally liberating—forms the main backbone of the series.
Trying to find herself amid the crowds of New York, the young woman struggles with the academic challenges of college life, new friendships, complicated love triangles, and a search for identity. As the series progresses, Felicity's character is shaped not only through her romantic relationships but also through the process of discovering her own values, goals, and independence. Supporting characters also play an important role in this evolution; roommates, classmates, and other figures around the university bring different perspectives into Felicity's life.
Why Watch It?
There are several strong reasons for those who want to watch Felicity today. First of all, the series portrays the chaotic yet instructive nature of college years in a realistic tone, without exaggeration. The uncertainty, indecision, and self-searching experienced by the characters allow viewers to connect with their own past.
Secondly, the show's narrative style carries a maturity beyond its era. The use of inner voice, letter-format narrative elements, and the psychological depth of the characters set Felicity apart from an ordinary teen drama. Traces of the character-driven storytelling that we would later see in J.J. Abrams's later productions can be found here.
Thirdly, the series serves as a nostalgic time capsule. Seeing late-90s New York, the music culture, fashion sensibilities, and modes of communication of the era (letters, landline phones, a world where the internet was not yet so widespread) offers both nostalgia for viewers who lived through that period and an intriguing time journey for younger viewers.
Who Is It For?
Felicity is an ideal choice especially for viewers who value character development and prefer emotional and psychological depth over fast-paced action. Those interested in stories dealing with the uncertainties of college life, the balance between love and friendship, and the search for identity may find pieces of themselves in this series.
For fans of classic drama and romantic teen dramas, especially those who value 90s and 2000s nostalgia, Felicity will be a great source of enjoyment. It also holds archival value for film/TV enthusiasts curious about the career beginnings of producers who have left their mark on television history. For viewers who dislike slow-paced, calm storytelling and constantly expect plot developments, the series might feel a bit slow.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
1. Character depth and realistic emotional development processes deeply engage the viewer with the story.
2. J.J. Abrams's early creative touches offer a special treat for those curious about traces of his later works.
3. The visual language and music choices, which successfully reflect the atmosphere of the era, create a strong sense of nostalgia.
Cons:
1. In some episodes, the pace can move slowly, which may feel tedious for viewers accustomed to fast-paced content.
2. The love-triangle-themed storyline can occasionally become repetitive, overshadowing the main character's other developmental arcs.
Genre and Tone
Felicity is positioned as a drama-heavy teen/college series. While romantic elements are an important part of the story, the show's real strength lies in its themes of identity search and personal growth. In tone, it carries a sincere, heartfelt, and at times melancholic atmosphere; rather than overly dramatic moments, it favors a realistic and thought-provoking narrative. While humor elements come into play from time to time, the overall atmosphere of the series rests on a serious and reflective foundation.
Runtime and Viewing Experience
The series follows a standard hour-long episode format and follows Felicity's college years over multiple seasons. Since continuity between episodes is strong, the best way to experience the show is through a chronological viewing from start to finish. Due to the intense character development and intertwined storylines, following the show without skipping episodes is important to fully feel the story's emotional impact. It offers a satisfying viewing experience for viewers who can devote time to a long story journey at a relaxed pace.
Similar Productions
- Gilmore Girls
- Buffy the Vampire Slayer
- Everwood
- Party of Five
Final Assessment
Felicity is a valuable production that has carved out its own place in television history, standing out for its character-driven storytelling. The series, which handles the uncertainties of young adulthood, love, friendship, and the search for identity in a heartfelt manner, offers a satisfying experience both for those who want to relive the nostalgia of the era and for viewers who value quality character development. Also significant for those wishing to see one of the starting points of J.J. Abrams's creative journey, Felicity manages to forge a strong connection with viewers even today, thanks to its timeless themes.
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Sezonlar
Gelince haber ver
1998
1999
2000
2001 Sezon 1 · 22 bölüm
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Pilot
· 29.09.1998
· 43 dk
On her day of graduation, Felicity asks a longtime high school crush, Ben, to sign her yearbook; after she reads his message, in which he says that he would hav…
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The Last Stand
· 06.10.1998
· 43 dk
When Felicity learns a male called the admissions office requesting a copy of her application essay, she assumes it was Ben — the subject of said essay — and se…
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Hot Objects
· 13.10.1998
· 43 dk
Felicity's excited about attending her first college party, and plans to invite Ben — so long as Julie doesn't mind. Meanwhile, Felicity butts heads with a prof…
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Boggled
· 20.10.1998
· 43 dk
After Noel acts on his feelings for Felicity and kisses her during a game of Boggle, the two decide to go on a "maybe date" to discuss the future of their relat…
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Spooked
· 27.10.1998
· 43 dk
After Felicity and Ben are held up, he seems especially spooked and calls on her for late-night chats, one of which includes an invitation to a Halloween party.
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Cheating
· 03.11.1998
· 43 dk
Ben is accused of cheating after Felicity rewrites his paper without telling him; and Julie fears she won't understand a Russian film that Zack is taking her to…
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Drawing the Line (1)
· 10.11.1998
· 43 dk
Noel tires of hearing about Felicity's goings-on with Ben and forbids her to talk about it with him. Julie and Zack's relationship intensifies. Elena reveals sh…
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Drawing the Line (2)
· 17.11.1998
· 43 dk
Noel tires of hearing about Felicity's goings-on with Ben and forbids her to talk about it with him. Julie and Zack's relationship intensifies. Elena reveals sh…
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Thanksgiving
· 24.11.1998
· 43 dk
Felicity's hurt when Noel downplays their friendship to his girlfriend, Hanna, who's visiting for Thanksgiving but may transfer to New York. Meanwhile, Elena be…
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Finally
· 15.12.1998
· 43 dk
Though finals and Christmas break are fast approaching, Felicity spends most of her study time literally wrapped up in Noel; and helping Ben prepare for a poetr…
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Gimme an O!
· 19.01.1999
· 43 dk
Felicity returns from winter break and tells Noel she wants to have sex, an endeavor that brings about much scheduling, research and preparation; Julie dreads t…
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Friends
· 26.01.1999
· 43 dk
After Felicity thinks she spots Blair kissing someone other than Elena, she decides to blow the whistle on him - until she realizes the mystery vixen is Elena's…
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Todd Mulcahy (1)
· 09.02.1999
· 43 dk
When a boy that Felicity knew when she was 12-years-old comes to town to act on feelings that he has had for her, she consults someone familiar with stalkers: B…
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Todd Mulcahy (2)
· 16.02.1999
· 43 dk
When a boy that Felicity knew when she was 12-years-old comes to town to act on feelings that he has had for her, she consults someone familiar with stalkers: B…
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Love and Marriage
· 23.02.1999
· 43 dk
Felicity receives a marriage proposal from a green-card seeking Javier; and Noel gets a visit from his brother (Eddie McClintock), who shocks him with news that…
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The Fugue
· 02.03.1999
· 43 dk
Noel is confused about his feelings for his ex when they reconnect after a kiss. Also, an art student who admires Felicity's work invites her to the studio; and…
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Assassins
· 20.04.1999
· 43 dk
The morning after the fight, Noel confesses he made a "huge mistake" in going off with his ex-girlfriend and begs Felicity for another try at their relationship…
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Happy Birthday
· 27.04.1999
· 43 dk
Panicked over a surprise visit from her parents, Meghan entrusts Felicity with the safekeeping of her box. Meanwhile, Julie gets bombshell news about her birth …
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Docuventary
· 04.05.1999
· 43 dk
Noel and Felicity are driven to distraction when Sean, seeking a selling angle for his documentary, latches onto their shattered relationship and pesters them t…
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Connections
· 11.05.1999
· 43 dk
Facing temporary suspension because of his unpaid tuition bill and pressure from his bookie over his gambling debts, Ben frantically sorts through his diminishi…
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The Force
· 18.05.1999
· 43 dk
Felicity suspects one of Meghan's "spells" when finals stress is exacerbated by a series of sudden relationship mishaps, including Noel reconsidering a drive to…
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Felicity Was Here
· 25.05.1999
· 43 dk
A disappointed Felicity faces the drive home to California without Noel, until he unexpectedly asks her to fly to Berlin with him. She accepts, but Ben's reacti…
Sezon 2 · 23 bölüm
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Sophomoric
· 26.09.1999
· 43 dk
Felicity returns to school to discover that one of the dorms has been shut down. Due to the lack of rooms, she must share resident advisor duties. Much to her h…
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The List
· 03.10.1999
· 43 dk
Felicity counsels an advisee, who is using tips from a magazine article to win the affections of her aloof boyfriend. Ben worries Felicity with his peculiar beh…
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Ancient History
· 10.10.1999
· 43 dk
Felicity rearranges her work schedule to avoid Ben. While looking over the course catalog with freshman advisee Ruby, Felicity laments the fact that she is no l…
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The Depths
· 17.10.1999
· 43 dk
Felicity hears a rumor that Julie has written and performed a vicious song about her. They end up stuck in the same car for several hours after the subway break…
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Crash
· 24.10.1999
· 43 dk
Professor Sherman tries to set up Felicity with her son, who is several years older. Julie suggests that it might be a good idea to date a guy without worrying …
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The Love Bug
· 07.11.1999
· 43 dk
A mono epidemic hits the campus. After Meghan gets sick, Felicity tries to avoid the bug by staying with Elena and Noel. Felicity frets about the fact that Davi…
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Getting Lucky
· 14.11.1999
· 43 dk
Felicity takes in a stray dog, but has trouble finding a place for it to stay. Elena believes that Felicity is using the dog as an excuse to not have sex with D…
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Family Affairs
· 21.11.1999
· 43 dk
Felicity's parents arrive unexpectedly for Thanksgiving. She is afraid to tell them about all of the recent changes she has made in her life. The Porters, Davi…
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Portraits
· 19.12.1999
· 43 dk
In the aftermath of their kiss, Felicity gets all hot and bothered about Noel. She continually dreams about him. They team up for the group portion of their fi…
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Great Expectations (1)
· 16.01.2000
· 43 dk
Felicity's father accompanies her back to New York, where he is scheduled to work with the university. She grows tired of his constant intrusions, and panics wh…
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Help for the Lovelorn
· 23.01.2000
· 43 dk
In a special black and white episode patterned after The Twilight Zone, a mysterious customer offers Felicity advice on how to ease her constant heartache. Feli…
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The Slump (2)
· 06.02.2000
· 43 dk
Felicity and Ben are ordered to attend sessions with a counselor, who will help determine their punishment. Ben doesn't show up because he thinks the whole thin…
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Truth or Consequences
· 13.02.2000
· 43 dk
Felicity and Ben begin a community service assignment at the student health center. Felicity chooses that assignment because she wants to help others, while Be…
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True Colors
· 20.02.2000
· 43 dk
A panicked Noel distances himself from Ruby. Ben enrolls in Noel's philosophy section, at Dr. Pavone's urging. Ben tells Noel that he got a girl pregnant in hi…
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Things Change
· 27.02.2000
· 43 dk
Greg is in a bind when a doctor leaves the clinic just before it is to undergo an inspection. Felicity volunteers her father for the assignment. She discovers t…
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Revolutions
· 05.04.2000
· 43 dk
Julie has difficulty sleeping because of nightmares about Zach. Felicity recommends that she talk to someone, but Julie doesn't feel she is ready. A student vis…
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Docuventary II
· 12.04.2000
· 43 dk
Sean, with help from Richard, resumes his documentary film project. The duo annoys Felicity and Ben by hounding them as they complete their community service. F…
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Party Lines
· 19.04.2000
· 43 dk
Sean follows Ben and Felicity with his camera and pesters them to admit their attraction. Greg asks Felicity to manage his campaign for student council presiden…
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Running Mates
· 26.04.2000
· 43 dk
Ben catches Andre, a jerk who hangs around with Greg, defacing Felicity's campaign posters. Greg denies that his friend would do such a thing. All of the candid…
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Ben Was Here
· 03.05.2000
· 43 dk
Ben waits outside the cabin for several hours until he can talk to Felicity alone. She refuses to hear him out and slams the door in his face, declaring that sh…
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The Aretha Theory
· 10.05.2000
· 43 dk
Greg dumps Felicity because she is still hung up on Ben. Felicity convinces Meghan to take Julie, Elena and her out to a club to distract them from their proble…
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Final Answer
· 17.05.2000
· 43 dk
Felicity and Ben try to avoid one another until the end of finals, but cannot keep their hands off each other. They plan to spend the summer together in Palo Al…
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The Biggest Deal There Is
· 24.05.2000
· 43 dk
Felicity turns down the internship so that she can spend the summer with Ben. Dr. Pavone warns that she may be passing up a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Feli…
Sezon 3 · 17 bölüm
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The Christening
· 04.10.2000
· 43 dk
Javier tells Felicity that a friend is giving away his furniture before moving out of state. She goes to the man's apartment and falls in love with the place. S…
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The Anti-Natalie Intervention
· 11.10.2000
· 43 dk
After learning of Noel's marriage, Richard organizes an intervention in the hopes of convincing him to leave Natalie. Noel is offended, and orders his friends …
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Hello, I Must Be Going
· 18.10.2000
· 43 dk
Ben's mother calls and tells him that his father has been missing for several days. She asks him to file a missing persons report. Ben refuses to open up to Fel…
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Greeks and Geeks
· 25.10.2000
· 43 dk
Felicity lies to Mrs. Emrick about Julie's whereabouts. After finding drugs in Julie's closet, she decides to tell the Emricks the truth. Mrs. Emrick blames Fel…
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Surprise
· 01.11.2000
· 43 dk
Felicity tries desperately to track down Randy and find out what happened between them. During a service call, Noel stumbles across a mass E-mail from the frate…
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One Ball, Two Strikes
· 08.11.2000
· 43 dk
Felicity asks Randy to talk to Ben and confirm that she didn't have sex with him. A drunken Ben repeatedly punches Randy, sending him to the hospital. Sean conf…
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Kissing Mr. Covington
· 15.11.2000
· 43 dk
After learning of Ben's injuries, Mr. Covington returns to town with the hopes of reconciling with his son. He seeks Felicity's help after Ben refuses to see hi…
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A Good Egg
· 22.11.2000
· 43 dk
Javier and Samuel decide to become parents. Javier asks Felicity to donate an egg, which would be implanted into his aunt. Felicity agrees, but changes her mind…
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James and the Giant Piece
· 29.11.2000
· 43 dk
Ben encourages Molly to break up with James. She instead invites him to move into the girls' apartment for a while. Molly insists that James has agreed to join …
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Final Touches (a.k.a. Let's Get It On)
· 06.12.2000
· 43 dk
Molly apologizes to Felicity and Ben, but James forbids them from speaking to her. Molly moves back to the apartment after a dazed James pulls a gun on her. Jam…
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And to All a Good Night
· 13.12.2000
· 43 dk
James persistently tries to call Molly, who has broken up with him and returned to rehab. When he finally gets a hold of her, she tells him they are through and…
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Girlfight
· 18.04.2001
· 43 dk
Elena is wounded in the shoulder; but the only person to sustain serious injuries in the shooting is some girl that no one had ever seen before. Ben accompanie…
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Blackout
· 25.04.2001
· 43 dk
The gang gathers at the apartment to watch ""Docuventary,"" but a storm knocks out the power. Sean uses an alternate power source to screen the film, much to e…
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The Break-Up Kit
· 02.05.2001
· 43 dk
Felicity agrees to give Ben some space to sort out his feelings. Avery convinces him to come to her cabin and hang out with her friends. Avery kisses Ben. Me…
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Senioritis
· 09.05.2001
· 43 dk
Avery leads Noel to believe that she slept with Ben. Noel gets the Seattle job, and asks Felicity to work as his assistant for the summer. Noel and Felicity t…
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It's Raining Men
· 16.05.2001
· 43 dk
Noel apologizes to Felicity and suggests that they forget about the kiss. Felicity believes that their friendship is a lie, as he has actually been pining for …
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The Last Summer Ever
· 23.05.2001
· 43 dk
Felicity and Ben plan to spend the summer camping. She and Noel argue after he refuses to accept a graduation gift from her. Dr. Pavone tries to get Felicity …
Sezon 4 · 22 bölüm
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The Declaration
· 10.10.2001
· 43 dk
As the summer comes to an end, Felicity's father begins nagging her about her future. She hopes to prove that she has a future in her major by gaining admissio…
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My Best Friend's Wedding
· 17.10.2001
· 43 dk
Felicity feels extremely guilty after having sex with Noel. She seeks Dr. Pavone's advice on whether she should tell Ben. Dr. Pavone theorizes that she wants …
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Your Money or Your Wife
· 24.10.2001
· 43 dk
Ben and Felicity get back together. She confesses her fling with Noel to Javier, who promises, ""My lips are like glue sticks."" Felicity learns that she cann…
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Miss Conception
· 31.10.2001
· 43 dk
Javier helps Felicity prepare for the beauty pageant. She befriends an aspiring singer, but has several run-ins with a bitchy contestant named Denise. Felicit…
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Boooz
· 07.11.2001
· 43 dk
Ben and Trevor fail their organic chemistry midterm. They are upset because the test included an entire section on a topic that Professor Hodges had specifical…
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Oops...Noel Did It Again
· 14.11.2001
· 43 dk
Ben learns that his father is being hospitalized with liver failure. He reluctantly goes to the hospital and meets Lauren, a friend of Mr. Covington's from A.A…
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The Storm
· 21.11.2001
· 43 dk
Ben refuses to talk to Felicity, and will only go near her to retrieve his belongings. Felicity drops by the loft in the middle of the night to leave him a not…
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The Last Thanksgiving
· 28.11.2001
· 43 dk
Meghan tells Felicity that she has concocted a spell to reunite her with Ben. Sean wins a free turkey, but the gang must hold Thanksgiving dinner at Felicity's…
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Moving On
· 05.12.2001
· 43 dk
Ben defends Felicity against a rude customer at Dean & DeLuca. Felicity invites Ben to come over to the apartment to talk. He agrees, but quickly changes his …
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Fire
· 12.12.2001
· 43 dk
Ben focuses all of his attention on studying as he prepares for his organic chemistry final. Felicity decides to follow his example and devote more time to her…
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A Perfect Match
· 19.12.2001
· 43 dk
Felicity is confused when Ben begins dropping by her apartment frequently. However, he is not ready to get back together. Mrs. Covington is a match for her hu…
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Future Shock
· 20.03.2002
· 43 dk
As the spring semester begins, Lauren tells Ben that she is pregnant, and that he is the father. She is prepared to raise the child alone. Professor Hodges as…
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Kiss and Tell
· 27.03.2002
· 43 dk
Mr. Covington learns of Lauren's pregnancy and criticizes the absentee father, unaware that it is Ben. When Ben tells him the truth, Mr. Covington tries to con…
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Raising Arizona
· 03.04.2002
· 43 dk
Ben decides that he wants to play an active role in his child's life. Lauren is pleased; but has already made arrangements to move to Arizona to be near her pa…
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The Paper Chase
· 10.04.2002
· 43 dk
Felicity worries that Ben is drifting away after she observes his reaction to a sonogram of his son. She has trouble concentrating as she works on a term paper…
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Ben Don't Leave
· 17.04.2002
· 43 dk
Lauren comes by Dean & DeLuca to announce that she is leaving the next day and expects Ben to help her move. She snaps at Felicity and accuses Ben and her of s…
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The Graduate
· 24.04.2002
· 43 dk
Felicity is able to graduate because Professor Carnes fails her on the paper, but lets her pass the class. Ben asks Felicity to marry him, and she accepts. Be…
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Time Will Tell
· 01.05.2002
· 43 dk
Felicity becomes distant and withdrawn after Elena dies in a car accident. She pulls away from Ben. On the day that she receives an invitation to Noel and Zoe…
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The Power of the Ex
· 08.05.2002
· 43 dk
Felicity and Noel decide to stay away from their usual date locations so that they can avoid Ben. They go to a street fair and run into Noel's ex-girlfriend Ha…
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Spin the Bottle
· 15.05.2002
· 43 dk
Ben questions Felicity's relationship with Noel and confidently predicts that she will soon try to win back Ben. Felicity and Noel decide to get an apartment t…
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Felicity Interrupted
· 22.05.2002
· 43 dk
Felicity tries to convince Noel that she wants to be with him. She finally tells him that she travelled through time for him. He becomes very worried about he…
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Back to the Future
· 22.05.2002
· 43 dk
Felicity blames herself for Noel's death because he had survived the fire in the original history. Meghan suggests that she go to Korsikoff and undo the spell.…
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- En İyi Kadın Oyuncu Altın Küre Ödülü - Drama 1998
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- NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series 2002
- Teen Choice Award for Choice TV Actor Drama 2002
- Teen Choice Award for Choice TV Actress Drama 2002
- Teen Choice Award for Choice Drama Series 2001
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Music Composition for a Series (Original Dramatic Score) 2000
- Teen Choice Award for Choice Drama Series 2000
- TCA Award for Outstanding New Program 1999
- Teen Choice Award for Choice Drama Series 1999
- En İyi Kadın Oyuncu Altın Küre Ödülü - Drama 1998
- En İyi Televizyon Dizisi Altın Küre Ödülü - Drama 1998
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