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A Different World

7.220261 seasonTV-14TV 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

E1
Irreconcilable Differences
Sep 24, 2026 4.0
E2
O Captain! My Captain!
Sep 24, 2026 4.0
E3
Center de Stage
Sep 24, 2026 1.0
E4
Those Who Can... Cuff
Sep 24, 2026 4.0
E5
Final Words
Sep 24, 2026 1.0
E6
Insomnia and the Daydreamer
Sep 24, 2026 1.0
E7
Sometimes You Get The Culture... Sometimes The Culture Gets You
Sep 24, 2026 3.3
E8
I Choose Chaos
Sep 24, 2026 1.0
E9
Romancing the Unknown
Sep 24, 2026 1.0
E10
A Gift & the Curse
Sep 24, 2026 4.0

Cast

MMMaleah Joi Moon
Maleah Joi Moon
Deborah Wayne
AKAlijah Kai
Alijah Kai
Rashida
CUChibuikem Uche
Chibuikem Uche
Kojo
CICornell Young IV
Cornell Young IV
Shaquille
JHJordan Aaron Hall
Jordan Aaron Hall
Amir
KRKennedi Reece
Kennedi Reece
Hazel

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A Different World — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams A Different World?

A Different World is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United States.

Is A Different World on Netflix?

Yes — A Different World is available on Netflix in United States as of October 2026.

Is A Different World on Amazon Prime Video?

No, A Different World isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Netflix and Netflix Standard instead.

Where can I watch A Different World for free?

A Different World is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons does A Different World have?

A Different World has 1 season so far.

Are all episodes of A Different World out yet?

The 1 released season of A Different World is complete, but the show is still in production — a new season is expected.

Is there a Season 2 of A Different World?

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