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Boy Meets World

Boy Meets World is an American coming-of-age sitcom created by Michael Jacobs and April Kelly.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Boy Meets World is an American coming-of-age sitcom created by Michael Jacobs and April Kelly. It aired on ABC from 1993 to 2000 and follows Cory Matthews as he grows from childhood into adulthood with his family, friends, and teacher George Feeny. The series ran for seven seasons and 158 episodes and was also widely distributed in Canada.

Premise

The series follows Cory Matthews through childhood, adolescence, college, and early adulthood. Its episodes focus on everyday situations, relationships, and lessons learned at home and school.

Production and broadcast

Boy Meets World was created by Michael Jacobs and April Kelly and produced for ABC. It premiered on September 24, 1993 and ended on May 5, 2000 after seven seasons.

Main characters

The core ensemble includes Cory Matthews, Shawn Hunter, Topanga Lawrence, Eric Matthews, and George Feeny. The relationships among these characters drive much of the series’ comedy and drama.

Legacy

The series remained a notable 1990s sitcom and became the basis for Girl Meets World, which continues the story in a later generation.

Key facts

  • The series centers on Cory Matthews and his experiences with family, friends, school, and growing up.
  • George Feeny, Cory’s teacher and neighbor, is a recurring source of life lessons.
  • The show aired on ABC for seven seasons as part of the network’s programming lineup.
  • The cast includes Ben Savage, Danielle Fishel, Rider Strong, Will Friedle, William Daniels, William Russ, and Betsy Randle.
  • Boy Meets World later inspired the sequel series Girl Meets World.
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Canadian context

The series aired in Canada through television distribution and has remained widely known among Canadian viewers as a classic 1990s sitcom.

Frequently asked questions

What is Boy Meets World about?
It follows Cory Matthews as he grows up, dealing with family, friendship, school, romance, and adult life.
Who created Boy Meets World?
The series was created by Michael Jacobs and April Kelly.
When did Boy Meets World air?
It aired on ABC from September 24, 1993, to May 5, 2000.
How many seasons and episodes does it have?
It ran for 7 seasons and 158 episodes.
Who is the main character?
The main character is Cory Matthews, played by Ben Savage.
Is there a sequel series?
Yes. Girl Meets World is a sequel series centered on Cory and Topanga’s daughter, Riley Matthews.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boy_Meets_World
    Supports: Creators, premise, original network, original run, main characters, and series scope
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Boy_Meets_World_episodes
    Supports: Episode count and season count
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0105958/
    Supports: Premiere date, country of origin, and series description