The series “Bel-Air” premieres February 13 on Peacock. Set in modern-day America, Peacock’s new one-hour drama series Bel-Air imagines the beloved sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air through a new, dramatic take on Will’s complicated journey from the streets of West Philadelphia to the gated mansions of Bel-Air.
Cast: Jabari Banks (Will), Adrian Holmes (Phillip Banks), Cassandra Freeman (Vivian Banks), Olly Sholotan (Carlton Banks), Akira Akbar (Ashley Banks), Coco Jones (Hillary Banks), Jimmy Akingbola (Geoffrey), Tyler Barnhardt (Connor Satterfield)
Executive Producers: Andy Borowitz, Susan Borowitz, Terence Carter, Morgan Cooper, Quincy Jones, Benny Medina, Miguel Melendez, Will Smith.
Created by: Andy Borowitz, Susan Borowitz, T.J. Brady
Synopsis for each episode is posted below.
Dreams and Nightmares
Will Smith, a talented West Philadelphia teenager, is sent to live with family in Bel Air; upon his arrival, he quickly discovers how different things are and that this is his chance at a new beginning.
Keep Ya Head Up
Will finds he doesn’t fit in at his new school in Bel Air and realizes he’ll need to rethink how he navigates this new world; the Banks family starts to adjust to life with Will.
Yamacraw
Attending Uncle Phil’s Black fraternity event helps Will find his groove with his family and peers as it becomes clear that his stay in Bel Air will be more permanent.
Canvass
The Banks family rallies around Uncle Phil to ramp up his campaign; Will’s past starts to catch up to him, and he finds help in an unexpected place.
PA to LA
When Will’s friend Tray visits, his loyalty to Philly is put to the test; the Banks family supports Hilary by hosting an influencer event.
The Strength to Smile
The Banks family supports Lisa when they host an event in memory of her mother at the mansion; Will puts his feelings of mistrust aside and steps up to the plate for the Bankses and Lisa.
Payback’s a Bitch
Will and Carlton throw a house party at the Banks mansion; when Phil unexpectedly shows up at Viv’s art event, their relationship is shaken by a lack of trust; Hilary stands up to Kylo after he posts a video of her without her consent.
No One Wins When the Family Feuds
As the Banks family celebrates Will’s birthday, his mom comes to visit, causing unexpected tension; the adults consider whether it’s time to tell Will about his father.
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