September 24, 1993 — The original release date of Boy Meets World. Boy Meets World is a show about Cornelius “Cory” Matthews that follows him throughout his coming of age, from middle school to college life. Like any child, Cory faced obstacles on a daily with coming of age.
Boy Meets World gained much attention from kids, who understood the challenges of growing up. Although Boy Meets World was aired 6 years before I was born, I can relate to what Cory had gone through. Ben Savage who played Cory was able to bring the personality of Cory to life. Ben fully expressed his feelings through Cory. With the help of his companions Ben created an atmosphere where they are able to laugh together but also stick together through tough situations. As I watched Boy Meets World, I developed a connection with all the characters and fell in love. I adored Cory and Topanga’s relationship, I’ve always supported them. I was heartbroken in one episode where Cory kisses someone else and Topanga finds out. It was a nervewreck for me and probably others as well. Thankfully Cory and Topanga end up together and have a family.
June 27, 2014 — Disney launches Girl Meets World. For those who don’t know Girl Meets World is a follow up of Boys Meets World. Cory has grown up and is raising his daughter, Riley. She is now facing her coming of age. I, however, can’t say I like the idea of the show, because Boy Meets World is a classic and it can’t be beat.
Due to it being launched on Disney Channel Girl Meets World are younger than those who have seen Boy Meets World. Times have changed so those who have viewed Boy Meets World aren’t fully able to connect with the situations in Girl Meets World. Also, the main character is now a female. Having Riley face these situations presents to viewers with a different point of view than in Boy Meets World. For example we see these recents episodes where Riley and her best friend like the same guy- Lucas. This love triangle mess got confusing. Most younger viewers who have kept up would understand it better than I do.
Overall, Boy Meets World beats Girl Meets World. Boy Meets World is able to create a connection to its viewers unlike Girl Meets World, where majority of their viewers are younger and might not face challenges that older viewers had to face. Boy Meets World is an original and frankly its follow up won’t be as great.