A Different World review – it was only a matter of time before they remade this trailblazing black sitcom

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What happened

Many of the original cast of this Cosby Show-spinoff are back (including Jada Pinkett-Smith, briefly).

Key facts

  • Reported by The Guardian and published Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:01:10 UTC.

Why it matters

Release schedules, box office and industry deals show where audience attention and studio money are moving next.

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Coverage timeline

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