The BEST episodes of Bel-Air
Every episode of Bel-Air ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Bel-Air!
Based on Morgan Cooper’s popular fan film, this series, set in modern-day America, is a serialized one-hour dramatic analogue of the popular ’90s sitcom "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" that leans into the original premise: Will’s complicated journey from the streets of West Philadelphia to the gated mansions of Bel-Air. With a reimagined vision, the series will dive deeper into the inherent conflicts, emotions and biases, while still delivering swagger and nods to the original show.
#1 - Save the Best for Last
Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/5/2024
The Bankses and family support Hilary during her wedding day in Martha's Vineyard; Will and Carlton work with Drew on "Blackccess."
#2 - Family Matters
Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/5/2024
Will, Carlton and Lisa try to heal after witnessing a friend's overdose; Hilary prepares for her wedding; Geoffrey reveals the truth to Frederick.
#3 - Baggage
Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/22/2024
Will brings his parents, Vy and Lou, together to heal the past and move forward; Carlton sees a new side of Amira; Phil makes a big decision with his career.
#4 - Where To?
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/31/2022
Will’s father shows up and tells the truth about where he’s been, exposing a long-buried secret.
#5 - True Colors
Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/15/2024
Will and Carlton go to a downtown car event to promote their new brand, "Blackccess"; Phil scopes out a potential client; Viv finds her Neeman Fellowship candidate in an unexpected place.
#6 - Don’t Look Back
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 4/27/2023
The Banks family comes together for the announcement of the Founder's Award; Will embraces moving forward in an unexpected way.
#8 - Gimme A Break
Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/29/2024
Will's secret participation gets revealed, putting him at odds with Carlton over what "Blackccess" truly means to each of them.
#9 - Can't Knock the Hustle
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/24/2022
The Banks family goes to church; Will considers looking for his father.
#10 - A Fresh Start
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/23/2023
Will works on being fully independent from the Banks after a fallout with his father, Lou.
#11 - Let the Best Man Win
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/30/2023
Phil hosts the Banks family reunion, and Carlton works hard to impress his dad; Will considers accepting the Founder's Award nomination.
#12 - Yamacraw
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 2/13/2022
Will attends Uncle Phil's Black fraternity event and finds his groove with his family and peers.
#13 - Pivot
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/15/2024
Will and Carlton get jobs at the Beverly Hills Country Club, but the experience is nothing like they expected; looking to level up, they find inspiration at Phil's law firm event.
#14 - Speaking Truth
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/2/2023
Will pursues opportunities in love and basketball with the help of some new South LA friends.
#15 - Getting Personal
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/22/2024
Will and Carlton look for a solution to their "Blackccess" problems at a pickleball tournament; Viv and Phil celebrate their anniversary, but something seems off between them.
#16 - Baby, I'm Back
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/15/2024
Summertime in Bel-Air brings big changes for the Banks family, who prepare to host their annual Juneteenth festivities.
#17 - Pursuit of Happiness
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/13/2023
Will discovers the truth about his teammate's absence, making him question his future; Carlton spirals out of control.
#18 - Compromised
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/9/2023
Will rallies the students to stage a protest, putting Carlton in an uncomfortable position.
#19 - The Strength to Smile
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/3/2022
The Banks family supports Lisa when they host an event in memory of her mother at the mansion.
#20 - Canvass
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/17/2022
The Banks family rallies to help Uncle Phil with his campaign; Will’s past catches up to him.
#21 - Keep Ya Head Up
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/13/2022
Will finds he doesn’t fit in at his new school; the Banks family starts to adjust to life with Will.
#22 - No One Wins When the Family Feuds
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 3/17/2022
As the Banks family celebrates Will’s birthday, his mom comes to visit, causing unexpected tension.
#23 - Just Like Old Times
Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 4/20/2023
Will confides in Phil about the shocking information he discovered regarding Doc and Zenith; Carlton struggles to keep up with all the lies he's entangled himself in.
#24 - Payback's a B*tch
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/10/2022
Will and Carlton throw a house party at the Banks mansion; Viv and Phil attend an art event.
#25 - Under Pressure
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/6/2023
External dilemmas throw Carlton and Will off track and prevent them from fully preparing for the Founder's Award.