Rare sitcom that aged its kids from middle school through college with the audience.
Why it matters
Episode guide
158 episodes across 7 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
Cory Matthews grows from class clown to young adult with best friend Shawn, love Topanga, and teacher-neighbor Feeny. Coming-of-age multi-cam with surprising heart.
Network & studio
- ABC — broadcast network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 1990s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Rare sitcom that aged its kids from middle school through college with the audience.
Creators
Michael Jacobs · April Kelly
Key cast
- Ben Savage as Cory Matthews
- Rider Strong as Shawn Hunter
- Danielle Fishel as Topanga Lawrence
- William Daniels as Mr. Feeny
- Will Friedle as Eric Matthews
- Betsy Randle as Amy Matthews
Flash facts
- Created by Michael Jacobs and April Kelly; ABC 1993–2000.
- Characters aged from middle school through college on-screen.
- Disney Channel’s Girl Meets World continued the universe.
- Feeny’s classroom became a moral center of ’90s kids’ TV.
FAQ
What network aired Boy Meets World?
Boy Meets World is associated with ABC (1993–2000).
Why is Boy Meets World in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1990s?
Rare sitcom that aged its kids from middle school through college with the audience.
Who are the key names behind Boy Meets World?
Creators and principals include Michael Jacobs, April Kelly.
Official & further reading
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