Behind the Camera: The Unauthorized Story of 'Diff'rent Strokes'

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It runs a compact 1h 28m.

Synopsis

As NBC's hit sitcom "Diff'rent Strokes" proves a long-running hit for a network desperately in need of one, its young stars: Gary Coleman, Todd Bridges, and Dana Plato face all sorts of trouble off-camera. Gary battles with his parents over the management of his salary, Todd runs into trouble with the law countless times, and Dana's career after the show meets with despair and tragedy.

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Key crew

• Gregory K. PincusWriter
• Robert IscoveDirector

Cast

• Bruce A. YoungWillie Coleman
• Lorena GaleSue Coleman
• Bobb'e J. ThompsonGary Coleman
• Robert Bailey Jr.Gary Coleman - 13-29 years
• Verda BridgesBetty Bridges
• Alon WilliamsGary Coleman - 30-31 years
• Jason SchombingKline
• John InnesConrad Bain
• Teryl RotheryKay Plato
• Jerry WassermanHoward Leeds
• Rainbow Sun FrancksDion Mial
• Britt IrvinDana Plato - 17 to 34 years

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