The Famous Jett Jackson

The Famous Jett Jackson (1998-2001)

EndedScripted showComedy, Action, Adventure

The Famous Jett Jackson is a joint Canadian and American Disney Channel Original Series coming-of-age television series for children about a boy named Jett Jackson who plays a teenage secret-agent on a fictional TV show-within-a-show called Silverstone.

The Famous Jett Jackson was the first fictional Disney Channel Original Series. Jett Jackson was a kid actor who has his own show called "Silverstone". Seeking out a normal life, he moves back to his hometown of Wilsted, and has the show moved there. He and his two best friends, J.B. and Kayla, have all sorts of cool adventures along with his other friends Cubby, Riley, and maybe a bit of Nigel. Silverstone is a spy who works for Mission Omega Matrix (M.O.M), and goes on individual missions with his partner, Hawk, and his mentor, Artemus, and saves the world from villains like Dr. Hypnotto and The Rat.

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Scheduleevery Friday (30 min)

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E26HollyJun 22, 2001
S03E25The GameJun 15, 2001
S03E24HotlineJun 1, 2001
S03E23Awakenings (2)May 25, 2001
S03E22Awakenings (1)May 18, 2001
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Famous Jett Jackson premiere?

The Famous Jett Jackson premiered on October 25, 1998.

Who played the role of Jett Jackson?

Lee Thompson Young played the role of Jett Jackson.

What is the show about?

The show is about Jett Jackson, a young actor who plays a secret agent on a popular TV show, who moves back to his hometown to live a normal life.

Who played the role of Jett's best friend?

Ryan Sommers Baum played the role of Jett's best friend, JB Halliburton.

Who played the role of Jett's father?

Gordon Greene played the role of Jett's father, Woodrick "Wood" Jackson.

Who played the role of Jett's on-screen nemesis?

Montrose Hagins played the role of Jett's on-screen nemesis, Kayla West.

What was the name of the fictional TV show that Jett starred in?

The fictional TV show that Jett starred in was called Silverstone.

Who played the role of Jett's agent?

Lindy Booth played the role of Jett's agent, Arlene Takahashi.

Who created The Famous Jett Jackson?

The Famous Jett Jackson was created by Fracaswell Hyman.

What is Jett's catchphrase?

Jett's catchphrase is "Silverstone, away!"

What inspired the show's creator to create The Famous Jett Jackson?

The show's creator, Fracaswell Hyman, was inspired by Michael J. Fox's situation in the family-friendly TV show "Family Ties," where he played a conservative young Republican.

What was Jett afraid of in the show?

Jett was afraid of heights in the show.

Who played the role of Jett's sister?

Kerry Duff played the role of Jett's sister, Kayla Morgan.

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