---
title: "Boy Meets World"
year: 1993
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/boy-meets-world-1993"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 1777
imdb_id: "tt0105958"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 7
episodes_count: 158
runtime_minutes: 24
community_rating: 8.3
vote_count: 572
content_rating: "TV-G"
---

# Boy Meets World (1993) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/boy-meets-world-1993

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Boy Meets World is a television series that premiered in 1993 and concluded in 2000. Created by Michael Jacobs and April Kelly, the program follows the coming of age events and everyday life lessons of a character named Cory Matthews. Matthews is a Philadelphian who grows up from a young boy into a married man over the course of the series. The term boy refers to a male child from birth to adulthood, or specifically one under the age of 18. In the show, the protagonist is an adolescent with two siblings who tests various theories about life. As he endures the trials of growing up, he is accompanied by a good friend. The cast of the series includes Ben Savage, Rider Strong, William Daniels, and Betsy Randle. The narrative focuses on the transition from childhood to maturity, documenting the experiences and lessons Matthews encounters as he navigates his development into adulthood.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Follow the life of Cory Matthews as he navigates the journey from childhood to adulthood."

### Why Watch
- focuses on life lessons
- follows character growth

### Caveats & Content Note
- premise is strictly focused on one character
- Tone & Suitability: The series explores the maturation process from childhood to adulthood.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: coming-of-age, sentimental, educational

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Disney Plus, YouTube TV, Freeform, Spectrum On Demand | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (22 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 113
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 10 (9%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 103 (91%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: April Kelly, Michael Jacobs
- **Networks / Studios**: ABC

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ben Savage** as *Cory Matthews*
- **Rider Strong** as *Shawn Hunter*
- **William Daniels** as *George Feeny*
- **Will Friedle** as *Eric Matthews*
- **Betsy Randle** as *Amy Matthews*
- **William Russ** as *Alan Matthews*
- **Danielle Fishel** as *Topanga Lawrence*
- **Lindsay Ridgeway** as *Morgan Matthews*
- **Matthew Lawrence** as *Jack Hunter*
- **Trina McGee** as *Angela Moore*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who is the main character?
The series follows Cory Matthews.

### Q: What is the show about?
It focuses on the coming of age events and life lessons of the protagonist.

### Q: Does the character grow up?
Yes, the series depicts his growth from a young boy to a married man.

### Q: Where is the show set?
The story is set in Philadelphia.

### Q: What themes are included?
The show covers coming of age experiences and everyday life lessons.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Boy - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boy)
- [BOY Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boy)
- [Boy Meets World (TV Series 1993-2000) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0105958)
- [BOY Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com](https://www.dictionary.com/browse/boy)
- [Boy - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com](https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/boy)
- [Boy Meets World (TV Series 1993-2000) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/1777-boy-meets-world/cast)

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