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: In this episode only, the back of the living room set features windows; in subsequent episodes, these were replaced by doors leading out of the house.

" 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. [S1E1] The Fresh Prince Project

The episode follows Will's arrival at the Banks' mansion, where his relaxed, "streetwise" attitude immediately clashes with the disciplined environment maintained by his uncle, Philip Banks. : In this episode only, the back of

: Will’s strict, successful lawyer uncle who values tradition and status. The episode follows Will's arrival at the Banks'

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

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