Plot — What is A Different World about?
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.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Web Series |
| First Aired | 1987 |
| Genre | Comedy, Family |
| Language | English |
| Seasons | 6 (144 episodes) |
| Audience Score | 72% (7.2/10, 77 votes) |
A Different World — FAQ
Is A Different World worth watching? A Different World holds a 7.2/10 rating from 77 viewers. 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
Who is behind A Different World? Created by Bill Cosby.
Who is in the cast of A Different World? It stars Jasmine Guy, Kadeem Hardison, Darryl M. Bell, Cree Summer, Charnele Brown, Lou Myers and more.
Where can I stream A Different World? You can stream A Different World on Netflix. Availability may vary by region.
When did A Different World release? It first aired in 1987.
