Premise: “Girl Meets World” is the sequel to the beloved ’90s series “Boy Meets World.” The show focuses on Riley Matthews, the teenage daughter of Cory and Topanga Matthews, as she navigates the challenges of adolescence, friendships, and school. Set in New York City, the series follows Riley and her best friend Maya as they experience the ups and downs of life, love, and the journey towards self-discovery, all while under the watchful eye of their history teacher – who happens to be Riley’s father, Cory.
Main Characters:
- Riley Matthews (Rowan Blanchard) – The optimistic and curious daughter of Cory and Topanga, she’s always eager to learn life’s lessons, even if they come with challenges.
- Maya Hart (Sabrina Carpenter) – Riley’s bold and rebellious best friend, Maya often finds herself in trouble but has a heart of gold.
- Cory Matthews (Ben Savage) – Riley’s father and middle school teacher, Cory continues to share his wisdom, now with a new generation of students.
- Topanga Matthews (Danielle Fishel) – Riley’s mother, a lawyer who often provides a balanced perspective in Riley’s life.
- Lucas Friar (Peyton Meyer) – Riley’s friend and love interest, he’s a kind-hearted boy with Texan roots.
- Farkle Minkus (Corey Fogelmanis) – Riley and Maya’s quirky and intelligent classmate, always offering comic relief.
Themes: Much like its predecessor, “Girl Meets World” delves deep into the intricacies of growing up. The series touches on friendships, family dynamics, young love, identity, and the myriad challenges faced by adolescents. By paralleling the lessons learned by Cory during his youth with those of Riley’s current experiences, the series offers a multi-generational view of life’s hurdles and milestones.
Rating: 3.5/5 While “Girl Meets World” resonated with a younger audience and was praised for addressing important topics such as bullying, cultural identity, and friendship, it faced criticism from fans of the original series for not capturing the same depth and nostalgic essence of “Boy Meets World.” Nonetheless, the performances, especially by the young actors, were frequently highlighted for their authenticity and charm.
TV Parental Guidelines Rating: TV-G. The show is family-friendly, crafted to be suitable for all ages with content that parents would consider appropriate for children.
Broadcast Details: “Girl Meets World” aired on the Disney Channel from 2014 to 2017.
Recommendations: If you enjoyed “Girl Meets World,” you might like:
- “Boy Meets World” – The original series, focusing on Cory Matthews’ youth.
- “Lizzie McGuire” – Chronicles the life of a young teenage girl, with a mix of animation and live-action.
- “The Suite Life of Zack & Cody” – Follows twin brothers navigating life in a luxury hotel.
- “Andi Mack” – Centers around a girl discovering family secrets and her path in life.
- “Raven’s Home” – A sequel to “That’s So Raven,” focusing on Raven Baxter and her kids.
