Season 1

**Season 1** of Peacock's modern-day reinterpretation, *Bel-Air* was picked up for a two season order on September 8, 2020. It premiered on February 13, 2022, with three episodes at launch and new episodes streaming weekly.

## Synopsis

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. As these two worlds collide, Will reckons with the power of second chances while navigating the conflicts, emotions, and biases of a world far different from the only one he’s ever known.

Executive produced by Will Smith, and inspired by Morgan Cooper's viral trailer that reimagined the iconic, culture-defining '90s sitcom, *Bel-Air* takes a fresh and raw approach to this world of swagger, style, and aspiration, while exploring Will's complex journey through a current lens. The new series features an ensemble cast that introduces Jabari Banks as Will and a creative team that includes Cooper, who serves as director, co-writer, and executive producer, and co-showrunners and executive producers T.J. Brady and Rasheed Newson.

## Cast

### Main

* Jabari Banks as Will Smith
* Adrian Holmes as Phillip Banks
* Cassandra Freeman as Vivian Banks
* Olly Sholotan as Carlton Banks
* Coco Jones as Hilary Banks
* Akira Akbar as Ashley Banks
* Jimmy Akingbola as Geoffrey Thompson
* Jordan L. Jones as Jazz
* Simone Joy Jones as Lisa Wilkes

### Supporting

* Daphne Maxwell Reid as Helen
* Vernee Watson-Johnson as Janice
* Karrueche Tran as Ivy
* Duane Martin as Steven Lewis
* Joe Holt as Fred Wilkes
* April Parker Jones as Viola "Vy" Smith
* SteVonté Hart as Tray Melbert
* Scottie Thompson as Angela Wilkes
* Charlie Hall as Tyler Laramy
* Tyler Barnhardt as Connor Satterfield
* Jon Beavers as Kylo
* Eazy the Block Captain as Rashad Denton
* Sloan 'D4M $loan' Morgan as Darnell
* Sam Daly as Coach Johnson
* Ben Cain as Rev. Robert Lamonte
* Wendy Davis as Joan
* Michael Ealy as Reid Broderick
* Aimee Li as Phanta
* Andi René Christensen as Monica
* Christian Germany as Jared
* Tash Jordan as Nathan
* Marlon Wayans as Lou

## Production

* On April 27, 2019, actor Will Smith, reacted to Morgan Cooper's viral fan film of *The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air*, which he described as being "Brilliant."
* On September 8, 2020, Peacock ordered *Bel-Air* straight-to-series with two seasons.
* On August 3, 2021, Chris Collins stepped down as showrunner and was replaced by T.J. Brady and Rasheed Newson.
* On August 31, 2021, newcomer and West Philadelphia local Jabari Banks was cast to play Will Smith.
* The series filmed in Los Angeles, California and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

## Gallery

### Videos

Bel-Air (2019) - Official Trailer (4K)Viral fan trailerHow I Really Feel About That BEL-AIR TrailerI have news about that “Bel-Air” trailer...Will Smith Reveals Casting of Will for Bel-Air - Peacock OriginalsMy Kingdom - Bel-Air - Early Teaser - Peacock OriginalBel-Air - Official TrailerBel-Air Cast Reacts to Trailer for the Very First Time - Bel-AirBel-Air Teaser 2 - Original Series Streaming Feb 13Bel-Air - Mother to Son by Langston Hughes - Peacock OriginalBel-Air - Why Black Stories Should be Told by Black PeopleWill Smith Introduces a New Generation to Bel-Air (Super Bowl Commercial) - PeacockWhat's Coming To Peacock in 2022?How a Viral Video Turned Into Bel-Air - Road to Bel-Air (Part 1)Finding Will & The Banks Family- The Audition Journey - Road to Bel-Air (Part 2) - PeacockTurning a Beloved Sitcom into a Drama - Road to Bel-Air (Part 3)Why You Need To Watch Bel-Air - PeacockOh Baby! Bel-Air Cast Guess Who’s Who by Their Baby Pictures - Bel-AirBel-Air - The Art of Filming Basketball (ft. Chris “Lethal Shooter” Matthews)Bel-Air - Take a Tour of the Banks' Iconic MansionWill Smith and Jabari Banks recreate Fresh Prince of Bel-Air handshake - Bel-Air - -shortsBel-Air Cast Remixes Leslie Knope From Parks and Rec and Other Classic TV ShowsNever forget where you came from - Bel-Air - -shortsHow Fashion Transformed the Bel-Air Characters“Hogwarts??” Bel-Air Cast ATTEMPTS the Headphone ChallengeFresh Prince of Bel-Air theme song Acapella remix - Bel-Air - -shortsBel-Air - Best Bloopers (& Pranks) from Season 1Bel-Air - Will & Lisa Relationship TimelineBel-Air - Will & Uncle Phil Have an Honest Conversation About Police BrutalityBel-Air - Hilary and Jazz's Relationship Timeline 💘Bel-Air - Will Hits His Breaking Point and Leaves the Banks Family8 Minutes of Carlton Being The Absolute Worst - Bel-AirBel-Air - Carlton Finally Calls Out His Teammate’s RacismBel-Air - Will & Carlton Put The Drama Behind Them (Even If Their Moms Won’t)Bel-Air - Will Finally Learns the Truth About His FatherBel-Air - 11 Things You Need to Know Before Season 2
## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 ‘Bel-Air’: Peacock Gives 2-Season Order To ‘The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air’ Drama Reboot From Morgan Cooper & Westbrook Studios - Deadline
2. ↑ ‘Bel-Air’: Peacock’s ‘Fresh Prince’ Drama Reboot Sets Super Bowl Sunday Premiere - Deadline
3. ↑ ‘Bel-Air’: Newcomer Jabari Banks To Star As Will In Peacock’s ‘Fresh Prince’ Drama Reboot - Deadline
4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 ‘Bel-Air’: Adrian Holmes, Cassandra Freeman, Olly Sholotan & Jordan L. Jones Among 8 Cast In Peacock’s ‘Fresh Prince’ Drama Reboot - Deadline
5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 ‘Fresh Prince’ Alums Daphne Maxwell Reid & Vernee Watson-Johnson To Guest Star On Peacock’s ‘Bel-Air’ - Deadline
6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 ‘Bel-Air’: Karrueche Tran, Duane Martin & Joe Holt Among 7 Cast In Peacock’s ‘Fresh Prince’ Drama Reboot - Deadline
7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 Peacock Announces Recurring Cast for Highly Anticipated Drama Series "Bel-Air" - Deadline
8. ↑ Will Smith Reacts to “Brilliant” Remake Trailer Of ‘The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air’ - Deadline
9. ↑ ‘Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air’ Peacock Drama Reboot Changes Showrunners - Deadline
10. ↑ ‘Bel-Air’: Newcomer Jabari Banks To Star As Will In Peacock’s ‘Fresh Prince’ Drama Reboot - Deadline
11. ↑ PEACOCK’S HIGHLY ANTICIPATED DRAMA SERIES BEL-AIR INTRODUCES NEWCOMER AND WEST PHILLY LOCAL JABARI BANKS IN ICONIC ROLE ORIGINATED BY WILL SMITH - NBC Universal Media Village