TMDb/A Different World TV Jada Pinkett Smith returns as Lena James in Netflix's A Different World sequel. Reunite with the Hillman crew for 10 new episodes. March 13, 2026 AceShowbiz - The beloved 1990s sitcom A Different World is making a comeback with a new sequel series on Netflix, and Jada Pinkett Smith is among the original cast members set to return. Netflix recently shared a behind-the-scenes image from the production set showing Pinkett Smith smiling in front of a trailer bearing the show's logo and the name of her character, Lena James.