A Different World Sequel Tops Netflix US Chart
Netflix's A Different World sequel, following Deborah Wayne at Hillman College, hit No. 1 in the US and reached 12 countries' Top 10 lists after its September 24 debut.
A Different World has quickly become Netflix's most-watched TV show in the United States. The 2026 sequel series, which debuted all 10 episodes on September 24, sits at Number 1 on the US TV chart as of September 28.
The show follows Deborah Wayne, the daughter of Dwayne Wayne and Whitney Gilbert-Wayne, as she attends Hillman College. It is a direct continuation of the 1980s sitcom of the same name.
Critics have responded well to the revival, giving it an 82% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The series has also reached the top of 12 countries' Top 10 lists around the world and ranks Number 9 on Netflix globally, according to screenrant.com.
The sequel features returning cast members Cree Summer, Jasmine Guy, and Kadeem Hardison, alongside Cornell Young IV. Its directors include Tiffany Johnson, Angela Barnes, Nefertite Nguvu, Bille Woodruff, and Debbie Allen.
Quick answers
When did A Different World premiere on Netflix?
All 10 episodes of the sequel series were released on Netflix on September 24, 2026.
What is the Rotten Tomatoes score for A Different World?
The show holds an 82% rating with critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in the A Different World sequel?
The cast includes Cree Summer, Jasmine Guy, Kadeem Hardison, and Cornell Young IV.