Dear White People

Dear White People is an American comedy-drama television series on Netflix that follows several black college students at an Ivy League institution (the fictional Winchester University), touching on issues surrounding modern American race relations through a progressive lens. It is based on and a continuation of the 2014 film of the same name. The film's writer and director, Justin Simien, returned to write and direct episodes of the series. This series stars Logan Browning, Brandon P. Bell, DeRon Horton, and Antoinette Robertson. With a few exceptions, generally season finales, each episode focuses on one particular character. The series premiered on April 28, 2017. On October 2, 2019, the series was renewed for its fourth and final season, which was released on September 22, 2021. Cast and characters Main characters Logan Browning as Samantha "Sam" White, a college student trying to wake people up to the social issues still at play at Winchester. Browning replaces Tessa Thompson, who portrayed the character in the film. Brandon P. Bell as Troy Fairbanks; Bell reprises his role from the film. DeRon Horton as Lionel Higgins, a highly intelligent school reporter with some emotional issues. Horton replaces Tyler James Williams, who portrayed the character in the film. Antoinette Robertson as Colandrea "Coco" Conners, an ambitious black woman who antagonizes Samantha. Robertson replaces Teyonah Parris, who portrayed the character in the film. John Patrick Amedori as Gabe Mitchell, Samantha's main love interest. Amedori replaces Justin Dobies, who portrayed the character in the film. Ashley Blaine Featherson as Joelle Brooks; Featherson reprises her role from the film (the character is credited as "Curls" in the film). Marque Richardson as Reggie Green; Richardson reprises his role from the film (seasons 2–4; recurring season 1). Jemar Michael as Al Lucas; Michael reprises his role from the film (the character is credited as "Smoothe" in the film) (season 4; recurring seasons 1–3). Courtney Sauls as Brooke Morgan; Sauls reprises her role from the film (the character is credited as "Wild" in the film) (season 4; recurring seasons 1–3). Recurring characters Giancarlo Esposito as Dr.