Netflix greenlights A Different World sequel show and here's more

Among the beloved 90s sitcoms is A Different World, which served as a spin-off of The Cosby Show but had a unique narrative. It follows the lives of college students at Hillman College in Virginia, where nearly all Black students used to attend.

Excitingly, the spin-off has been greenlit for a new sequel at Netflix. However, the streaming platform has ordered a pilot instead of going straight to series. Since it has been recently confirmed, not much has been revealed about the project.

The story kicked off with the flagship series character Denise Huxtable (Lisa Bonet) stepping into college life and trying to adjust with her white roommate Maggie (Marisa Tomei). However, Bonet soon left A Diferent World, and Denise no longer remained the main character.

The spotlight moved to Whitley Gilbert, a wealthy and snobbish beauty, and Dwayne Wayne, a nerdy but charming math genius. The sitcom explored the duo's journey from friendship to love and also shed light on the lives of other key students.

The spin-off stood out for tackling serious real-world issues that many college students face. Unlike the original show, which is best known for its lighthearted family focus, A Different World made a name for addressing racism, class struggles, sexual assault, and more.

Keep reading to learn more about the sitcom and what else we know about its sequel.

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Netflix has planned a sequel series to NBC sitcom A Different World

If you loved watching NBC's A Different World, then this exciting update is for you! As previously mentioned, Netflix has planned a sequel series to the sitcom, and Variety has reported that they will soon start working on the pilot to gauge the show's "tone and of the chemistry among the ensemble cast".

However, this isn't the first time a hopeful sequel has been mentioned, as showrunner Debbie Allen had already expressed her thoughts on expanding the story in a 2022 interview. When asked if there's a "second life" for A Different World, Allen said:

"We’ve been wanting to do it forever. Honestly, it’s strapped behind the whole situation with Mr. [Bill] Cosby — which is unfortunate. But the show was his idea..."

She continued:

"A Different World needs to have a second life, and we know how to do it. I was so close to doing it with Issa Rae."

The showrunner explained that Bill Cosby's involvement didn't let the revival happen. Allen almost helmed the new show with Issa Rae, but when it came to removing Cosby's name, the project couldn't move forward.

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What will be the plot of A Different World sequel series?

While exact plot details remain under wraps, it's reported that the upcoming sequel will center on the daughter of Whitley and Dwayne. Not only this, but fans can also expect the revival of the iconic HBCU college in Virginia, as it was a key element of the sitcom.

At the end of the sitcom, Dwayne gets a lucrative job opportunity in Tokyo, Japan, and the two decide to move together. This marked a new chapter in their life as they also revealed the news of their pregnancy.

Now, the upcoming sequel series at Netflix will further explore their first child and her journey. It would be intriguing and nostalgic at the same time, especially for those who followed the spin-off closely.

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