A Different World

Name: A Different World
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 2026-09-24
Cast: Maleah Joi Moon, Alijah Kai, Cornell Young IV, Jordan Aaron Hall, Kennedi Reece

BETWEEN SEASONS1 Season10 Episodes★ 7.5

A Different World is a comedy and drama series on Netflix that premiered in 2026, with 1 season and 10 episodes to date. Its latest season ended on Sep 24, 2026, and we haven't confirmed whether it's coming back for Season 2.

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NetworkNetflix

First AiredSep 24, 2026

Last AiredSep 24, 2026

GenreComedy, Drama

Created ByFelicia Pride

LanguageEnglish

CountryUnited States

ProductionHoney Chile Entertainment, Undisputed Cinema, The Carsey-Werner Company

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Overview from TMDB

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.

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Cast

Maleah Joi Moon

Deborah Wayne

Alijah Kai

Rashida

Cornell Young IV

Shaquille

Jordan Aaron Hall

Amir

Kennedi Reece

Hazel

Chibuikem Uche

Kojo

Seasons & Episodes1 season · 10 episodes

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E1Irreconcilable Differences

Sep 24, 202630m★ 6.0

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

E2O Captain! My Captain!

Sep 24, 202632m★ 5.0

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.

E3Center de Stage

Sep 24, 202631m★ 2.8

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

E4Those Who Can... Cuff

Sep 24, 202633m★ 4.8

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

E5Final Words

Sep 24, 202632m★ 2.8

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

E6Insomnia and the Daydreamer

Sep 24, 202633m★ 2.8

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

E7Sometimes You Get The Culture... Sometimes The Culture Gets You

Sep 24, 202634m★ 3.2

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.

E8I Choose Chaos

Sep 24, 202633m★ 2.8

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.

E9Romancing the Unknown

Sep 24, 202630m★ 2.8

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

E10A Gift & the Curse

Sep 24, 202636m★ 4.8

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

About A Different World

A Different World is a comedy, drama series on Netflix. The show first aired on Sep 24, 2026 and currently has 1 season and 10 episodes. A Different World's latest season ended on Sep 24, 2026. We haven't confirmed whether it's coming back for Season 2. It has a rating of 7.5/10 based on 25 votes. The cast includes Maleah Joi Moon, Alijah Kai, Cornell Young IV, Jordan Aaron Hall, Kennedi Reece. Created by Felicia Pride.

A Different World FAQ

How many seasons does A Different World have?

A Different World has 1 season and 10 episodes.

Is A Different World renewed or canceled?

A Different World's latest season ended on Sep 24, 2026. We haven't confirmed whether it's coming back for Season 2.

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Will there be a Season 2 of A Different World?

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