A Different World (2026)
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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.
- Released: 2026-09-24
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Seasons: 1, 10 episodes
- Network: Netflix
- Status: Returning Series
Top cast
- Maleah Joi Moon as Deborah Wayne
- Alijah Kai as Rashida
- Chibuikem Uche as Kojo
- Cornell Young IV as Shaquille
- Jordan Aaron Hall as Amir
- Kennedi Reece as Hazel
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