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Where to watch A Different World (1987)
A Different World is streaming on Netflix in 89 countries and Philo in 1 country. In the US, you can watch it on Netflix and Philo. In the UK, you can watch it on Netflix.
A Different World
A Different World is a spin-off series from The Cosby Show and originally centered on Denise Huxtable and the life of students at Hillman College, a fictional mixed but historically black college in the state of Virginia. After Bonet's departure in the first season, the remainder of the series primarily focused more on Southern belle Whitley Gilbert and mathematics whiz Dwayne Wayne. The series frequently depicted members of the major historically black fraternities and sororities.
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Quick answers
Is A Different World on Netflix?
Yes, A Different World is on Netflix in 89 countries, including the US, the UK and Canada.
Is A Different World on Prime Video?
No. A Different World isn't on Prime Video in any country right now.
Is A Different World on Disney+?
No. A Different World isn't on Disney+ in any country right now.
Is A Different World on Max?
No. A Different World isn't on Max in any country right now.
Where can I watch A Different World in the US?
In the US, A Different World is streaming on Netflix and Philo.
Where can I watch A Different World in the UK?
In the UK, A Different World is streaming on Netflix.
Where can I watch A Different World in Canada?
In Canada, A Different World is streaming on Netflix.
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Last updated October 6, 2026.