Netflix revealed that A Different World has begun production down in Atlanta. A sequel series to the beloved sitcom at Hillman College. Kadeem Hardison, Jasmine Guy, Cree Summer, and Darryl M. Bell are all back. Charnelle Brown and Jenifer Lewis bring this beloved story to a new generation.

Felicia Pride is in the showrunner’s chair for the A Different World Sequel series. In a delightful turn for fans of the original show, Debbie Allen is back directing. She was the primary person behind the camera from 1988 to 1993. Allen directs the first episode and three more in this first season. Original writers Reggie Rock Blythewood and Gina Prince-Blythewood as executive producers too. Tom Werner and Mandy Summers also contribute executive producing duties. 

New Cast Members Announced!

  • Charnele Brown (Old Gray Mare, The Reading, A Different World) as Dr Kimberly Reese Boyer
  • Jenifer Lewis (black-ish, What’s Love Got to Do with It, and GOAT) as Professor Davenport
  • Vincent Jamal Hooper (Chicago Med, Shots Fired) as Ellington
  • Elijah J. Roberts (NIGHT SWIM) as Jalen
  • Renee Harrison as Candace (All American: Homecoming, The Supreme’s At Earl’s All You Can Eat, Law and Order: SVU)
  • Famecia Ward as Nellie Gaines (Blue Bloods Season 6, Curse of War, Fear Lake Lanier)
  • Dasan Frazier (STRAW,  Law & Order, BET+ The Ms. Pat Show) as Xavier

What Is Coming with A Different World?

10 episodes with a single camera half-hour format on Netflix. You can expect more of life at Hillman College and some interesting turns on the legacy of the original show. Producer Felicia Pride told TUDUM about getting to add to such hallowed TV ground. 

“It is such an honor to be a part of bringing back this iconic show, one that I grew up on and which had a profound impact on my life,” the showrunner said. “I am so proud of the work we’re doing to reimagine A Different World for beloved fans and new generations alike.” 

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