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A Different World (2026)

EnglishSeries20261 seasonComedy, Drama★ 7.5/10

The new class just enrolled.

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.

Created by
Felicia Pride
Starring
Maleah Joi Moon, Alijah Kai, Cornell Young IV
First aired
2026-09-24
Status
Returning Series
Network
Netflix

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Cast

Maleah Joi MoonMaleah Joi MoonDeborah Wayne
Alijah KaiAlijah KaiRashida
Cornell Young IVCornell Young IVShaquille
Jordan Aaron HallJordan Aaron HallAmir
Kennedi ReeceKennedi ReeceHazel
Chibuikem UcheChibuikem UcheKojo

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