Grown-ish is already shaping up to be one of the most talked about shows of 2018, and it hasn't even aired yet. The Black-ish [1] spinoff received lots of buzz [2] when it was first announced in May. The Freeform series, set to premiere Jan. 3, will follow Dre Johnson's eldest daughter, Zoey, as she heads off to California University to try her hand at college life. Of course, this means she'll be faced with new challenges like tedious term papers, final exams, and yes, booze-filled college parties [3] and crushes [4]. Ah, the good 'ol days. Find out who's playing who in this beautifully talented cast, ahead.
Yara Shahidi as Zoey Johnson
Shahidi will explore what it means to be "grown-ish" when she heads off to college in this freshman series.
Trevor Jackson as Aaron Jackson
The former Disney actor will play the (handsome) love interest of Zoey.
Deon Cole as Charlie Telphy
Cole will reprise his role as Charlie, who happens to be a part-time marketing professor at Zoey's school.
Francia Raisa as Ana Torres
Selena Gomez's BFF [6] will play "an outspoken conservative freshman [7]" on the show.
Chris Parnell as Dean Parker
The Saturday Night Live [8] veteran will serve as the dean of Zoey's school.
Luka Sabbat as Luca Hall
Luka's character is described as "a free-spirited, wannabe existentialist [9]" who also attends California University.
Chloe and Halle Bailey as Jazlyn and Skyler
Beyoncé's protegees Chloe and Halle [10] will play twin sisters Jazlyn and Skyler, who are members of the school's track team.
Emily Arlook as Nomi Segal
Zoey and Nomi (played by Arlook) are poised to form a beautiful friendship while navigating the crazy, wonderful world that is college.