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.
Cast: Will Smith, James Avery, Daphne Maxwell Reid
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25 episodes
1. The Fresh Prince ProjectAunt Vivian tries to mediate between her husband Philip and the newly arrived Will.TV-PGCC23minSep 10, 1990
2. Bang the Drum, AshleyWill persuades Ashley to pawn her violin for a drum set.TV-PGCC24minSep 17, 1990
3. Clubba HubbaWill wants to go out with a beautiful girl he meets at the country club, but first he must figure out how to impress her extremely snobbish and very protective father so he seeks tips from cousin Carlton on becoming preppie.TV-PGCC22minSep 24, 1990
4. Not with My Pig, You Don'tWill tries to smooth things between Philip and his very rural parents when they visit to see him receive an award.TV-PGCC24minOct 1, 1990
5. Homeboy, Sweet HomeboyWill gets a visit from an old pal named Ice Tray, who, to Vivian and Philip's dismay, warms up to Hilary.TV-PGCC24minOct 8, 1990
6. Mistaken IdentityJailed, Will and Carlton stage a media stunt.TV-PGCC24minOct 15, 1990
7. Def Poet's SocietyWill joins his prep school's poetry club.TV-PGCC24minOct 22, 1990
8. Someday Your Prince Will Be in Effect (1)Carlton and Will, babe magnets. Who will be first to get a date for Hilary's Halloween party?TV-PGCC24minOct 29, 1990
9. Someday Your Prince Will Be in Effect (2)Carlton and Will, babe magnets. Who will be first to get a date for Hilary's Halloween party?TV-PGCC25minOct 29, 1990
10. Kiss My ButlerHappy birthday Geoffrey! For a gift, Will tries matchmaking, then falls for Geoffrey's date himself.TV-PGCC24minNov 5, 1990
11. Courting DisasterCarlton feels overshadowed by Will, who's become a basketball star at school.TV-PGCC24minNov 12, 1990
12. Talking TurkeyA holiday visit from Will's taskmaster mother puts the kibosh on conspicuous consumption and puts the kids to work preparing Thanksgiving dinner.TV-PGCC24minNov 19, 1990
13. Knowledge is PowerHilary becomes Will's personal maid when he threatens to disclose she's dropped out of UCLA.TV-PGCC24minNov 26, 1990
14. Day Damn OneWill tells Ashley's slumber party guests a scary tale about his first day at Bel-Air Academy.TV-PGCC24minDec 3, 1990
15. Deck the HallsWill inimitably dresses the mansion for the holidays, to the dismay of the neighbors, including heavyweight boxing champion Evander Holyfield.TV-PGCC24minDec 10, 1990
16. The Lucky CharmPhilip may lose a superstitious client whom he advises not to make decisions based on Will's spontaneous remarks.TV-PGCC24minJan 7, 1991
17. The Ethnic TipWill proposes a black history class be instituted at Bel-Air Academy, and gets a surprise when Aunt Viv arrives to teach it.TV-PGCC24minJan 14, 1991
18. The Young and the RestlessWill sneaks Philip's elderly mother out of the house for a night on the town.TV-PGCC24minJan 21, 1991
19. It Had to Be YouWill has girl problems after a date with Jazz's domineering sister, who's ready to pick out a china pattern before the night is over.TV-PGCC24minFeb 4, 1991
20. Nice LadyFresh Prince Will is on his best behavior for visiting royalty - the seemingly demure Lady Penelope, who Will hopes to persuade to let herself have a good time at a party.TV-PGCC24minFeb 11, 1991
21. Love at First FightJasmine Guy plays a scholarship student whose introduction to Will opens up a different world of fun and games - and romance - to divert her from her studies.TV-PGCC24minFeb 18, 1991
22. Banks ShotWill crawls to Philip for help after sneaking out on the town and getting hustled by sleazy pool sharks.TV-PGCC24minFeb 25, 1991
23. 72 HoursWill challenges Carlton to spend time in a tough neighborhood, trying to survive by masquerading as a financial consultant.TV-PGCC24minMar 11, 1991
24. Just InfatuationR&B singer Tevin Campbell plays teen idol Little T, who surprises Ashley on her birthday with a special song and an invitation for a date.TV-PGCC24minApr 29, 1991
25. Working It OutRap's Queen Latifah plays Hilary's new actress boss, who wants Will as her boy toy - or Hilary's glamorous job is over.TV-PGCC24minMay 6, 1991
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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.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Andy Borowitz, Susan Borowitz
- Studio
- The Stuffed Dog Company, NBC Productions, Quincy Jones-David Salzman Entertainment
