TMDb/A Different World TV Netflix revives A Different World with a 10-episode sequel series, blending original creators, returning favorites, and fresh talent at Hillman College. May 4, 2026 AceShowbiz - Netflix is gearing up for the highly anticipated sequel to the beloved '90s sitcom A Different World, reigniting the spirit of the original series with a blend of returning favorites and fresh new talent. The original show, a spin-off from The Cosby Show, aired for six seasons on NBC and centered around life at the fictional Hillman College, an HBCU.