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Status: Ended
Network: NBC
Type: Scripted
Rating: 7.0/10
A Different World
Overview
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.
This production, originally released in 1987, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Comedy, Family genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.0 across its 6 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Comedy and Family.
- • Produced in United States of America.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Jasmine Guy
Whitley Gilbert
Kadeem Hardison
Dwayne Wayne
Darryl M. Bell
Ron Johnson
Cree Summer
Freddie Brooks
Charnele Brown
Kim Reese
Lou Myers
Vernon Gaines
Glynn Turman
Colonel Brad Taylor
Ajai Sanders
Gina Devereaux
Seasons
Season 1
22 Episodes • Aired 1987-09-24
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 2
22 Episodes • Aired 1988-10-06
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 3
25 Episodes • Aired 1989-09-21
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 4
25 Episodes • Aired 1990-09-20
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 5
25 Episodes • Aired 1991-09-19
No season overview provided for this season.
