Plot — What is Diff'rent Strokes about?
The series stars Gary Coleman and Todd Bridges as Arnold and Willis Jackson, two African American boys from Harlem who are taken in by a rich white Park Avenue businessman named Phillip Drummond and his daughter Kimberly, for whom their deceased mother previously worked. During the first season and first half of the second season, Charlotte Rae also starred as the Drummonds' housekeeper, Mrs. Garrett.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Web Series |
| First Aired | 1978 |
| Genre | Comedy, Family, Drama |
| Language | English |
| Seasons | 8 (189 episodes) |
| Audience Score | 71% (7.1/10, 299 votes) |
Diff'rent Strokes — FAQ
Is Diff'rent Strokes worth watching? Diff'rent Strokes holds a 7.1/10 rating from 299 viewers. The series stars Gary Coleman and Todd Bridges as Arnold and Willis Jackson, two African American boys from Harlem who are taken in by a rich white Park Avenue businessman named Phillip Drummond and his daughter Kimberly
Who is behind Diff'rent Strokes? Created by Bernie Kukoff, Jeff Harris.
Who is in the cast of Diff'rent Strokes? It stars Conrad Bain, Gary Coleman, Todd Bridges, Mary Jo Catlett, Danny Cooksey, Mary Ann Mobley.
Where can I stream Diff'rent Strokes? You can stream Diff'rent Strokes on Sony Pictures Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did Diff'rent Strokes release? It first aired in 1978.
