A Different World

A Different World (1987-1993)

EndedScripted showComedy

Denise Huxtable enters her sophomore year at Hillman, alma mater of her parents and grandfather, where she moves into Gilbert Hall and shares a dorm room with 26-year-old Jaleesa Vinson and talkative new roommate Maggie Lauten.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 20:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E22Great X-PectationsJul 9, 1993
S06E21Cabin in the SkyJun 10, 1993
S06E20Dancing MachinesJun 3, 1993
S06E19Lean on MeMay 27, 1993
S06E18When One Door Closes...: Part 2May 8, 1993
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What year did 'A Different World' first premiere?

'A Different World' first premiered in 1987.

Who played the character of Whitley Gilbert in 'A Different World'?

Jasmine Guy played the character of Whitley Gilbert in 'A Different World'.

Which fictional college did the characters attend in 'A Different World'?

The characters attended the fictional Hillman College in 'A Different World'.

Who created 'A Different World'?

'A Different World' was created by Bill Cosby.

Which character was originally intended to be the show's main protagonist, before Whitley Gilbert became the show's lead character?

Denise Huxtable, played by Lisa Bonet, was intended to be the show's main protagonist before Whitley Gilbert took over the lead role.

Who played the character of Dwayne Wayne in 'A Different World'?

Kadeem Hardison played the character of Dwayne Wayne in 'A Different World'.

Which character left after the first season of 'A Different World'?

Denise Huxtable, played by Lisa Bonet, left after the first season of 'A Different World'.

What is the name of the song performed by Aretha Franklin in 'A Different World's' opening credits sequence?

The song performed by Aretha Franklin in 'A Different World's' opening credits sequence is called "A Different World".

Which actress played the character of Freddie Brooks in 'A Different World'?

Cree Summer played the character of Freddie Brooks in 'A Different World'.

What was the inspiration behind 'A Different World'?

'A Different World' was created as a spin-off of 'The Cosby Show' and was meant to depict college life.

Which actor played the character of Walter Oakes in 'A Different World'?

Sinbad played the character of Walter Oakes in 'A Different World'.

Who played the character of Colonel Taylor in 'A Different World'?

Glynn Turman played the character of Colonel Taylor in 'A Different World'.

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