The show went back and forth between casting Jackson as Dawson or Pacey. Ultimately, we think they made the right choice. "I fell in love with Josh Jackson because he could
read any role, Dawson or Pacey," Williamson told The Hollywood Reporter. "But something wasn't complete and that's when the network said they didn't see Josh as Dawson, and rightfully so. So, I went, 'OK, he's Pacey,' because I knew I wanted him in the show no matter what."