The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 1

Ep 1. The Fresh Prince Project

  • TV-NR
  • September 10, 1990
  • 22 min
  • 7.9  (1,513)

Will Smith, a young and streetwise teenager from West Philadelphia, is sent to live with his wealthy and affluent family in Bel-Air, Los Angeles, after getting into a fight at his old school. The pilot episode of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, titled "The Fresh Prince Project," introduces us to Will as he is adjusting to his new home and family.

Upon arrival, Will is greeted by his Uncle Phil (James Avery), Aunt Vivian (Janet Hubert), and their children, Carlton (Alfonso Ribeiro), Hilary (Karyn Parsons), and Ashley (Tatyana M. Ali). Will is also introduced to the family's butler, Geoffrey (Joseph Marcell), who serves as a mentor to Will throughout the series.

Will struggles to fit into his new surroundings and is constantly reminded of the differences between his old life and his new life in Bel-Air. He is teased by Carlton for his clothing choices and embarrassed by his lack of knowledge of high society. He also finds it difficult to connect with his cousins, who are all very different from him.

Will's relationship with Uncle Phil is also strained at first. Uncle Phil is initially judgmental of his new nephew and sees him as a troublemaker. However, as the episode progresses, Uncle Phil begins to understand Will's point of view and realizes that he has a lot to offer the family.

As Will settles into his new life, he begins to bond with his cousin Ashley. They spend time together and Will encourages her to stand up for herself when she is bullied at school. Through his relationship with Ashley, we see that Will has a kind heart and genuinely cares about others.

In the end, Will realizes that he is in a new and exciting chapter of his life. He is grateful for the opportunity to live with his family in Bel-Air, and he is excited to see what the future holds.

"The Fresh Prince Project" is a heartwarming and hilarious introduction to this timeless comedy series. Will's fish-out-of-water story is relatable and entertaining, and the relationships he forms with his family members are both endearing and funny. The episode sets up the themes and tone of the show, which is a perfect blend of humor and heart.

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  • First Aired
    September 10, 1990
  • Content Rating
    TV-NR
  • Runtime
    22 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.9  (1,513)