[s1e1] The Fresh Prince Project -

: Will’s strict, successful lawyer uncle who values tradition and status.

: A fictionalized version of himself, a 17-year-old from Philadelphia sent away after a basketball court fight. [S1E1] The Fresh Prince Project

" The Fresh Prince Project " is the pilot episode of the classic sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air , which first aired on September 10, 1990. Directed by Debbie Allen, the episode establishes the show's "fish-out-of-water" premise as street-smart Will Smith moves from West Philadelphia to live with his wealthy relatives in Bel-Air. : Will’s strict, successful lawyer uncle who values

: Although Will is 17 in the show, Will Smith was actually 21-22 years old during the filming and airing of the pilot. Directed by Debbie Allen, the episode establishes the

: Will’s behavior and dress style cause friction, particularly when he attends a formal dinner with Philip's law firm associates and teaches his young cousin, Ashley, a rap song.

: Preppy and arrogant Carlton, fashion-obsessed Hilary, and impressionable young Ashley. Geoffrey : The family’s cynical and sharp-tongued butler. Fun Facts

: The cab driver seen in the opening credits is the show's executive producer, legendary musician Quincy Jones .