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The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

Influence goes both ways.

19907.96 Seasons148 EpisodesEnded

Overview

Will, a street-smart teenager, moves from the tough streets of West Philly to posh Bel-Air to live with his Uncle Philip, Aunt Vivian, his cousins — spoiled Hilary, preppy Carlton and young Ashley — and their sophisticated British butler, Geoffrey. Though Will’s antics and upbringing contrast greatly with the upper-class lifestyle of his extended relatives, he soon finds himself right at home as a loved part of the family.

Created by Will Smith
Written by Jeff Pollack
Produced by Werner Walian
NetworksNBC

Top Cast

Will Smith

Will Smith

Will Smith

James Avery

James Avery

Philip Banks

Daphne Maxwell Reid

Daphne Maxwell Reid

Vivian Banks

Alfonso Ribeiro

Alfonso Ribeiro

Carlton Banks

Karyn Parsons

Karyn Parsons

Hilary Banks

Tatyana Ali

Tatyana Ali

Ashley Banks

Joseph Marcell

Joseph Marcell

Geoffrey Butler

Ross Bagley

Ross Bagley

Nicky Banks

Themes & Keywords

californiarap musicfamily relationshipsschoolwealthymisunderstandinglos angeles, californiafamilyteenage boyteenage lovesitcomfamily lifemischievousplayfullightheartedamusedexuberantmelodramatic

About The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air is a comedy, family series that first aired in 1990 exploring themes of california, rap music, family relationships, school, wealthy, misunderstanding. Created by Will Smith, it stars Will Smith, James Avery, Daphne Maxwell Reid. Will, a street-smart teenager, moves from the tough streets of West Philly to posh Bel-Air to live with his Uncle Philip, Aunt Vivian, his cousins — spoiled Hilary, preppy Carlton and young Ashley — and their sophisticated British butler, Geoffrey. Though Will’s antics and upbringing contrast greatly with the upper-class lifestyle of his extended relatives, he soon finds himself right at home as a loved part of the family.

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