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About A Different World

A Different World is a comedy and drama TV series that premiered on Netflix on September 24, 2026. It has 1 season and 10 episodes so far and is still airing new episodes. The latest episode, Season 1 Episode 10 "A Gift & the Curse", aired on September 24, 2026.

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.

  • Comedy
  • Drama

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Episodes

10 episodes · 1 season

Season 1

2026 · 10 episodes · Last episode: 1 month ago

A Different World Season 1 release dates →
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    10. A Gift & the Curse

    Finale

    The end-of-year gala brings big decisions, big drama and a new chapter in Hillman's story.

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    9. Romancing the Unknown

    When Hillman's budget crisis — and the conflict between Dwayne and Whitley — pops off, Deborah and her friends make their move.

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    8. I Choose Chaos

    Stuck inside during a tornado warning, Hazel and Amir can't dodge their beef any longer. Deborah and Shaquille open up about their original breakup.

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    7. Sometimes You Get The Culture... Sometimes The Culture Gets You

    At the school talent show, Deborah and Kojo set out to prove their doubters wrong. Hazel finally competes for the title of Miss Gilbert Hall.

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    6. Insomnia and the Daydreamer

    Deborah questions whether she's found the man of her dreams. A night at the club gets messy when the aunties pull up.

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    5. Final Words

    Finals are kicking off and the entire crew is pressed — until a crisis makes them rethink what really matters.

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    4. Those Who Can... Cuff

    Cuffing season at Hillman is heating up, but school stress, money trouble and date-night drama could put the whole vibe on ice.

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    3. Center de Stage

    As old friends arrive for homecoming weekend, Dwayne and Whitley navigate marital tensions, while Deborah scrambles to lock down a headliner.

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    2. O Captain! My Captain!

    Deborah gets put on blast for speaking her mind. Rashida hustles to make extra cash. Shaquille's first football game doesn't go as planned.

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    1. Irreconcilable Differences

    Deborah Wayne continues her parents' legacy by enrolling at Hillman College, where a new roommate and an old flame instantly complicate the situation.

Cast & crew

Created by Felicia Pride

  • Jasmine Guy

    Jasmine Guy

    Whitley Gilbert

  • Kadeem Hardison

    Kadeem Hardison

    Dwayne Wayne

  • Darryl M. Bell

    Darryl M. Bell

    Ron Johnson

  • Cree Summer

    Cree Summer

    Freddie Brooks

  • Debbie Allen

    Debbie Allen

    Dr. Langhorne

  • Jenifer Lewis

    Jenifer Lewis

    President Davenport

  • Tichina Arnold

    Tichina Arnold

    Darlene

  • Method Man

    Method Man

    Coach Coles

  • Renee Harrison

    Renee Harrison

    Candace

  • Norman Nixon, Jr.

    Norman Nixon, Jr.

    Professor Baptiste

  • Joshua Suiter

    Joshua Suiter

    Andre

  • Jonathan Auguste

    Jonathan Auguste

    Treshawn

  • Dijon

    Dijon

    James

  • Aysia Moorer

    Officer Boo Boo

  • Dasan Frazier

    Dasan Frazier

    Xavier

  • Aries Sanders

    Mrs. Perkins

A Different World FAQ

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When did the latest episode of A Different World come out?

The most recent episode of A Different World, Season 1 Episode 10 "A Gift & the Curse", aired on September 24, 2026.

How many seasons of A Different World are there?

A Different World has 1 season with 10 episodes in total.

When did A Different World first air?

A Different World first aired on Netflix on September 24, 2026.

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