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

Overview

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.

Cast

Bruce A. Young

Willie Coleman

Lorena Gale

Sue Coleman

Bobb'e J. Thompson

Gary Coleman

Robert Bailey Jr.

Gary Coleman - 13-29 years

Verda Bridges

Betty Bridges

N/A

Alon Williams

Gary Coleman - 30-31 years

Jason Schombing

Kline

John Innes

Conrad Bain

Teryl Rothery

Kay Plato

Jerry Wasserman

Howard Leeds

Rainbow Sun Francks

Dion Mial

Britt Irvin

Dana Plato - 17 to 34 years