A Different World is a spin-off series from The Cosby Show and originally centered on Denise Huxtable and the life of students at Hillman College, a fictional mixed but historically black college in the state of Virginia. After Bonet's departure in the first season, the remainder of the series primarily focused more on Southern belle Whitley Gilbert and mathematics whiz Dwayne Wayne. The series frequently depicted members of the major historically black fraternities and sororities.
Cast
Seasons and episodes
Seasons: 6 · Episodes: 144 · Ended
- Season 11987 · 22 episodes
- Season 21988 · 22 episodes
- Season 31989 · 25 episodes
- Season 41990 · 25 episodes
- Season 51991 · 25 episodes
- Season 61992 · 25 episodes
A Different World: frequently asked questions
How many episodes does A Different World have?
A Different World has 144 episodes across 6 seasons. The final episode aired on July 9, 1993.
Where can I watch A Different World?
A Different World is streaming in the US on Netflix and Philo.
When was A Different World released?
A Different World premiered on September 24, 1987.
Who is in the cast of A Different World?
The main cast includes Jasmine Guy (Whitley Gilbert), Kadeem Hardison (Dwayne Wayne), Darryl M. Bell (Ron Johnson), and Cree Summer (Freddie Brooks).
Who created A Different World?
A Different World was created by Bill Cosby.
What is the age rating for A Different World?
A Different World is rated TV-PG in the US.
How is A Different World rated?
A Different World has a rating of 7.2/10 on TMDB from 77 votes.