A Different World: Season 1
"One of the top 25 TV shows of all time!" - BET
A Different World appeared on NBC from 1987 to 1993. As the highly anticipated spin-off of America's #1 show, A Different World mostly aired directly afterThe Cosby Show. The series was set at Hillman, an historically Black college with a rich legacy and reputation for successfully cultivating young minds. Denise Huxtable (Lisa Bonet) decided to attend Hillman College in tribute to her parents and grandfather who all attended Hillman for their undergraduate studies. In Season 1, A Different World clearly depicts the difference between living at home with your parents and taking responsibility for your own actions as a young adult. This hilarious show is filled with vibrant characters. In addition to Denise, Hillman featured Jaleesa Vinson (Dawnn Lewis), a recently divorced 26 year old, Maggie Lauten (Marisa Tomei), the most talkative person on campus, Whitley Gilbert (Jasmine Guy), the ultra-wealthy Southern Belle, Dwayne Wayne (Kadeem Hardison), Hillman's smartest and funniest male student, and Walter Oakes (Sinbad) the over-protective dorm director.
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A generic sitcom - hshire
Seeing a young Loretta Devine and the start of Marisa Tomei's career had my interests. It is a good sitcom and the story lines- though simple- are enhanced by the snappy dialogue and appearances made by the Huxtables. I wasn't riveted, but it was a nice enough show to view while doing something else.A Wonderful Flashback - MrandMrsSmith
I forgot how much I enjoyed this show from back in the day! As far as spinoffs go, this is the cream of the crop in my opinion. It certainly captures a certain groove. I love the characters clothes and style! The first disc really sets the tone. When you watch it, you just can't wait to watch these college kids grow up.
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A generic sitcom - hshire
Seeing a young Loretta Devine and the start of Marisa Tomei's career had my interests. It is a good sitcom and the story lines- though simple- are enhanced by the snappy dialogue and appearances made by the Huxtables. I wasn't riveted, but it was a nice enough ...A Wonderful Flashback - MrandMrsSmith
I forgot how much I enjoyed this show from back in the day! As far as spinoffs go, this is the cream of the crop in my opinion. It certainly captures a certain groove. I love the characters clothes and style! The first disc really sets the tone. When ...