Netflix Greenlights Rare Pilot for 'A Different World' Sequel

The series will follow Whitley and Dwayne's daughter at an HBCU, with Debbie Allen directing and Felicia Pride as showrunner.

Netflix has officially ordered a pilot for the sequel to the iconic sitcom 'A Different World,' marking one of its rare pilot orders.
The new series will center on Deborah Wayne, the daughter of original characters Whitley and Dwayne, as she navigates life at a historically Black college or university.
Debbie Allen, who directed much of the original series, is set to direct the pilot, while Felicia Pride will serve as writer, executive producer, and showrunner.
Casting for the series is underway, focusing on young actors aged 18-20, with pilot filming scheduled for June 2025 in Atlanta.
The decision to order a pilot reflects Netflix's cautious approach to comedy development, deviating from its typical straight-to-series model.