Diff'rent Strokes Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1978 · ABC, NBC · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About Diff'rent Strokes
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Diff'rent Strokes have?
Diff'rent Strokes has 8 seasons and 189 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on November 3, 1978.
Is Diff'rent Strokes renewed, ended, or canceled?
Diff'rent Strokes has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Diff'rent Strokes?
It takes 94h 30m (5670 minutes) to watch the complete run of Diff'rent Strokes. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 48 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 94.5 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 48 days.
Where can you stream or watch Diff'rent Strokes?
Diff'rent Strokes is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Diff'rent Strokes?
Diff'rent Strokes has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in Diff'rent Strokes?
The primary ensemble cast includes Conrad Bain as Phillip Drummond (age 89 (deceased)), Gary Coleman as Arnold Jackson (age 58), Todd Bridges as Willis Jackson (age 61), Dana Plato as Kimberly Drummond (age 34 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Conrad Bain | Phillip Drummond | 89 (deceased) |
| Gary Coleman | Arnold Jackson | 58 |
| Todd Bridges | Willis Jackson | 61 |
| Dana Plato | Kimberly Drummond | 34 (deceased) |
| Mary Jo Catlett | Pearl Gallagher | 88 |
| Charlotte Rae | Edna Garrett | 92 (deceased) |
| Danny Cooksey | Sam McKinney | 50 |
| Shavar Ross | Dudley Ramsey | 55 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Diff'rent Strokes are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.