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The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990)

TV-PG Comedy, Family 23m
79%
User
Score
7.9/10

Influence goes both ways.

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.

Andy Borowitz

Creator

Susan Borowitz

Creator

Top Billed Cast

Will Smith
Will Smith

Will Smith
James Avery
James Avery

Philip 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
Daphne Maxwell Reid
Daphne Maxwell Reid

Vivian Banks
Janet Hubert
Janet Hubert

Vivian Banks
Ross Bagley
Ross Bagley

Nicky Banks

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Reviews

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A review by Peter89Spencer

Written on March 9, 2020

After the end of the 80s and right in the beginning of the 90s, we had a whole new kind of comedy show. Fresh Prince of Bel-Air was something new in the sitcom world, something 'fresh'.
It was also the same show that catapulted Will Smith to fame.
And while every episode was funny, it also made awareness to serious issues; racial discrimination, gun violence and Will's issue with his father (tha...

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Media

Fresh Prince of Bel-Air - Season 1 trailer
Fresh Prince of Bel-Air - Season 1 trailer

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