Diff'rent Strokes facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Diff'rent Strokes |
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Nancy Reagan visiting the set of Diff'rent Strokes in 1983
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| Created by | Jeff Harris Bernie Kukoff |
| Starring | Conrad Bain Gary Coleman Todd Bridges Dana Plato Charlotte Rae (1978–1979) Nedra Volz (1980–1982) Mary Jo Catlett (1982–1986) Janet Jackson (1980–1984) Dixie Carter (1984–1985) Danny Cooksey (1984–1986) Shavar Ross (1980–1986) Mary Ann Mobley (1985–1986) |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 8 |
| No. of episodes | 189 |
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| Executive producer(s) | Budd Grossman (season 1) Howard Leeds (seasons 2-6) Blake Hunter (seasons 5-7) Martin Cohan (season 7) Bob Brunner Ken Hecht (season 8) |
| Camera setup | Single camera |
| Running time | Approx. 21 min. (30 min. with commercials) |
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| Original network | NBC (1978–1985) ABC (1985–1986) |
| Original release | November 3, 1978 – March 7, 1986 |
Diff'rent Strokes was a popular American sitcom. It was created by Jeff Harris and Bernie Kukoff. The show was set in New York City. It aired for 8 seasons and had 189 episodes. Diff'rent Strokes helped start the careers of its main stars. These included Gary Coleman, Todd Bridges, Dana Plato, and Conrad Bain.
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About the Show
The story of Diff'rent Strokes is about a rich man named Phillip Drummond. He lived in a fancy apartment in New York City. Phillip had a daughter named Kimberly Drummond. Before his maid passed away, she asked him to take care of her two sons. These boys were Arnold and Willis Jackson. Phillip adopted them into his family.
The show followed the funny adventures of Arnold and Willis. It also showed how they faced real-life problems. These problems could affect Arnold, Willis, or the whole Drummond family.
Meet the Cast and Characters
Conrad Bain was the only actor who appeared in every episode of Diff'rent Strokes. Gary Coleman missed only two episodes.
Main Characters
- Conrad Bain as Phillip Drummond: Phillip was a kind and wealthy man. He ran a company called Trans Allied, Inc. He adopted Willis and Arnold Jackson. He also had a biological daughter, Kimberly. Later in the show, he remarried Maggie McKinney.
- Dana Plato as Kimberly Drummond: Kimberly was Phillip's only biological child. She was shown as a caring older sister to both Willis and Arnold. As a rich teenager, she faced various challenges.
- Gary Coleman as Arnold Jackson: Arnold was the younger brother of Willis. He was born in Harlem, New York City. Arnold was famous for his catch phrase, Whatchoo talkin' 'bout Willis?. This phrase became very well-known in popular culture.
- Todd Bridges as Willis Jackson: Willis was the older brother of Arnold. He was also born in Harlem. Willis had his own catch phrase, Say what?.
Other Important Characters
- Charlotte Rae as Edna Garrett
- Nedra Volz as Adelaide Brubaker
- Janet Jackson as Charlene DuPrey
- Dody Goodman as Aunt Sophia
- Shavar Ross as Dudley Ramsey
- Le Tari as Mr. Ted Ramsey
- Mary Jo Catlett as Pearl Gallagher
- Rosalind Chao as Miss Chung
- Steven Mond as Robbie Jason
- Nikki Swasey as Lisa Hayes
- Dixie Carter as Maggie McKinney Drummond #1
- Mary Ann Mobley as Maggie McKinney Drummond #2
- Danny Cooksey as Sam McKinney
- Jason Hervey as Charlie
Images for kids
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Nancy Reagan on the set of Diff'rent Strokes in 1983
See also
In Spanish: Diff'rent Strokes para niños
