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

The story

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 & crew

Bruce A. YoungWillie Coleman

Lorena GaleSue Coleman

Bobb'e J. ThompsonGary Coleman

Robert Bailey Jr.Gary Coleman - 13-29 years

Verda BridgesBetty Bridges

Alon Williams

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