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The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
EpisodesSeason 1 Episode Guide
25 Episodes 1990 - 1991
Episode 1
Pilot Episode
Mon, Sep 10, 1990 30 mins
In the series pilot, Will arrives in the ritzy Los Angeles neighbourhood to live with relatives.
Episode 2
Bang the Drum Ashley
Mon, Sep 17, 1990 30 mins
Will becomes instrumental in convincing fledgling violinist Ashley to march to the beat of a different drummer.
Episode 3
Clubba Hubba
Mon, Sep 24, 1990 30 mins
The guys tutor Will in the social graces he needs to impress the daughter of a country-club bigwig.
Episode 4
Not with My Pig, You Don't
Mon, Oct 1, 1990 30 mins
A visit from Grandma and Grandpa Banks enables Will to liven up Uncle Philip's dull image for a reporter profiling the community leader.
Episode 5
Homeboy, Sweet Homeboy
Mon, Oct 8, 1990 30 mins
Will gets a visit from an old pal named Ice Tray who, to Vivian and Phillip's dismay, warms up to Hilary.
Episode 6
Mistaken Identity
Mon, Oct 15, 1990 30 mins
Carlton's Bel-Air address is of no help when he and Will are apprehended on suspicion of car theft.
Episode 7
Def Poet's Society
Mon, Oct 22, 1990 30 mins
Will is moved by the words---and the girls---at an after-school poetry club.
Episode 8
Someday Your Prince Will Be in Effect
Mon, Oct 29, 1990 30 mins
Part 1 of two. Will and Carlton go to the mall to find dates for Hilary's Halloween happening.
Episode 9
Someday Your Prince Will Be in Effect
Mon, Oct 29, 1990 30 mins
Conclusion. Carlton's date is unmasked and a mysterious stranger appears at the Halloween party.
Episode 10
Kiss My Butler
Mon, Nov 5, 1990 30 mins
The family schemes to show Geoffrey a grand time on his birthday, complete with breakfast in bed and a British nanny.
Episode 11
Courting Disaster
Mon, Nov 12, 1990 30 mins
The future of Bel-Air Academy's new gym rides on basketball star Will, who jumps through hoops to outdo Carlton.
Episode 12
Talking Turkey
Mon, Nov 19, 1990 30 mins
A holiday visit from Will's taskmaster mother puts the kibosh on conspicuous consumption and puts the kids to work preparing Thanksgiving dinner.
Episode 13
Knowledge Is Power
Mon, Nov 26, 1990 30 mins
Will uses the knowledge that Hilary has dropped out of school to make her his personal gofer.
Episode 14
Day Damn One
Mon, Dec 3, 1990 30 mins
Carlton is surprised when freshman Will carves a cozy niche for himself at Bel-Air Academy.
Episode 15
Deck the Halls
Mon, Dec 10, 1990 30 mins
Boxing champ Evander Holyfield appears as one of the Banks' neighbours, some of whom object to Will's garish Christmas decorations.
Episode 16
Lucky Charm
Mon, Jan 7, 1991 30 mins
Will's slick tips and financial advice pay off in good luck for a superstitious client being wooed by Philip.
Episode 17
Ethnic Tip
Mon, Jan 14, 1991 30 mins
A failing grade in history prompts Will to challenge a curriculum lacking in black history---and an instructor to teach it.
Episode 18
Young and the Restless
Mon, Jan 21, 1991 30 mins
A visit from Grandma has the family scrambling to make her comfortable, but she'd rather attend a concert with Will.
Episode 19
It Had to Be You
Mon, Feb 4, 1991 30 mins
Will has girl problems after a date with Jazz's sister, who's ready to pick out her china pattern before the night is over.
Episode 20
Nice Lady
Mon, Feb 11, 1991 30 mins
Will is on his best behaviour for visiting royalty, which includes the seemingly demure Lady Penelope.
Episode 21
Love at First Fight
Mon, Feb 18, 1991 30 mins
A scholarship student is introduced to Will, opening up a new world of fun---to divert her from her studies.
Episode 22
Banks Shot
Mon, Feb 25, 1991 30 mins
Will crawls to Philip for help after sneaking out on the town and getting hustled by sleazy pool sharks.
Episode 23
72 Hours
Mon, Mar 11, 1991 30 mins
On a bet with Will, Carlton tries to survive in Jazz's rough neighbourhood by parading as a financial consultant.
Episode 24
Just Infatuation
Mon, Apr 29, 1991 30 mins
Teen idol Little T surprises Ashley on her birthday with a song---and an invitation for a date.
Episode 25
Working It Out
Mon, May 6, 1991 30 mins
In the Season 1 finale, Queen Latifah plays Hilary's new actress boss, who wants Will as her boy toy---or Hilary's glamorous job is over.
