Netflix Developing 'A Different World' Sequel Series
The new series will focus on the daughter of original characters Whitley and Dwayne Wayne as she navigates college life at Hillman.
- Felicia Pride will write and executive produce the series, with original creative team members returning as executive producers.
- The original series, a spinoff of 'The Cosby Show,' aired from 1987 to 1993 and centered on life at a fictional HBCU.
- The sequel has faced delays due to Bill Cosby's legal issues, which have now been resolved.
- No casting announcements have been made yet, but discussions with original cast members have been positive.
- 'A Different World' significantly influenced HBCU enrollment and remains culturally relevant.