Diff'rent Strokes

Name: Diff'rent Strokes
Released: 1978-11-03T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Conrad Bain, Gary Coleman, Todd Bridges

TV Show · Comedy · Classics

Two black kids from Harlem, Arnold Jackson and older brother Willis, are welcomed into the family of wealthy New York businessman Philip Drummond when their mother, his housekeeper, passes away. The two brothers become part of the Drummond family and learn various lessons about life.

1978 · 22m

Starring Conrad Bain, Gary Coleman, Todd Bridges

Director Gerren Keith, Mel Ferber

EPISODE 1

Movin' In

Multimillionaire Phillip Drummond carries out the wish of his late housekeeper and welcomes her two sons into his New York penthouse.
EPISODE 2

The Social Worker

Arnold jumps to conclusions when he overhears Drummond telling a social worker that black children belong with black families.
EPISODE 3

Mother's Last Visit

Drummond's upper-crust mother arrives for a visit and isn't too pleased with the latest family additions.
EPISODE 4

Prep School

Drummond attempts to enroll Willis and Arnold in an exclusive prep school.
EPISODE 5

The Spanking

Arnold's continuing prank of dropping water balloons from the balcony prompts punishment from Mr. Drummond.
EPISODE 6

Goodbye Dolly

Arnold is inconsolable after Kimberley donates his doll to charity.