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A Different World

20261 seasonTV SeriesComedyDrama

Deborah Wayne enters her freshman year at her parents' HBCU alma mater and finds their shadow difficult to escape. She sets out to build her own legacy – while having the time of her life – alongside a whole new generation of Hillman’s best and brightest.

ProducersFelicia Pride·Gina Prince-Bythewood

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Seasons & Episodes

Next episode
S1 E1 · Episode 1
Airs Thursday, September 24, 2026
E1
Episode 1
Sep 24, 2026
E2
Episode 2
Sep 24, 2026
E3
Episode 3
Sep 24, 2026
E4
Episode 4
Sep 24, 2026
E5
Episode 5
Sep 24, 2026
E6
Episode 6
Sep 24, 2026
E7
Episode 7
Sep 24, 2026
E8
Episode 8
Sep 24, 2026
E9
Episode 9
Sep 24, 2026
E10
Episode 10
Sep 24, 2026

Cast

Maleah Joi Moon
Maleah Joi Moon
Deborah Wayne
Alijah Kai
Alijah Kai
Rashida
Chibuikem Uche
Chibuikem Uche
Kojo
Cornell Young IV
Cornell Young IV
Shaquille
Jordan Aaron Hall
Jordan Aaron Hall
Amir
Kennedi Reece
Kennedi Reece
Hazel

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How many seasons does A Different World have?

A Different World has 1 season so far. Season 1 is currently airing.

When is the next episode of A Different World?

The next episode of A Different World — "Episode 1" (Season 1, Episode 1) — airs on Thursday, September 24, 2026.

Are all episodes of A Different World out yet?

Not yet — Season 1 of A Different World is still airing. The next episode (E1) releases on Thursday, September 24, 2026.

Are all episodes of Season 1 of A Different World out yet?

Not yet — 0 of 10 episodes of Season 1 have been released so far. New episodes air weekly; episode 1 arrives Thursday, September 24, 2026, and the season finale is set for Thursday, September 24, 2026. If you're waiting to binge, the full season won't be complete until then.

Is there a Season 2 of A Different World?

A Season 2 of A Different World hasn't been officially confirmed yet.