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Influence goes both ways.
Will, a street-smart teenager, moves from the tough streets of West Philly to posh Bel-Air to live with his Uncle Philip, Aunt Vivian, his cousins — spoiled Hilary, preppy Carlton and young Ashley — and their sophisticated British butler, Geoffrey. Though Will’s antics and upbringing contrast greatly with the upper-class lifestyle of his extended relatives, he soon finds himself right at home as a loved part of the family.
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Will, a street-smart teenager, moves from the tough streets of West Philly to posh Bel-Air to live with his Uncle Philip, Aunt Vivian, his cousins — spoiled Hilary, preppy Carlton and young Ashley — and their sophisticated British butler, Geoffrey. Though Will’s antics and upbringing contrast greatly with the upper-class lifestyle of his extended relatives, he soon finds himself right at home as a loved part of the family.
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Episode 1
While Carlton is away at a Young Republican camp, Will cooks up a flambe of a disaster on a night when an influential judge is coming to dinner, and Will can only make it through the night with the help of Geoffrey, and other plan is not to make Phil find out.
Directed by Madeline CripeWritten by Adam Markowitz, Joel MadisonGuest stars Darryl Sivad, Robert Munns, Lee Cole, Terrence Evans, Russell Gannon, Denyn Pysz
Episode 2
In competition with Carlton, Will sets out to prove he's the best man for the job on Hilary's TV show by escorting a famous comedian's sister out on the town.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Mort ScrivnerGuest stars Bree Walker, Jim Meskimen, Ajai Sanders, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Chris Rock, Amarilis
Episode 3
After learning a little something about initiative, Will jumps to Hilary's aid prior to a key business meeting at the station, meanwhile an unemployed Carlton subs for Philip on career day at Ashley's school.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Larry WilmoreGuest stars Jim Meskimen, Ajai Sanders, Joel Madison, Mary Kathleen Gordon, David Wells, Steve Lewis Wilson, Spankee Rodgers, Jewelie Hull
Episode 4
The thrill is gone for "runaway yuppie" Carlton, who can't handle another disappointment, let alone his long-awaited Princeton interview.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Tom DevanneyGuest stars Milo Ventimiglia, Nicole Bilderback, B.B. King, Michael Clarke Duncan, Kevin Brief, Mark Chalant Phifer, Yunoka Doyle, Grinnell Morris
Episode 5
Will decides to book a juror dismissed from Philip's big show-biz madam sex-scandal case for Hilary's show, which results in embarrassment for Judge Banks and some annoying apologies from Will and Hilary.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Felicia D. HendersonGuest stars George Wallace, Bree Walker, Jim Meskimen, Nicole Bilderback, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Jay Leno, Yunoka Doyle, Jeff Maynard
Episode 6
Will and Carlton's double date ends unromantically when a big bruiser shows up looking for his squeeze.
Directed by Madeline CripeWritten by Matt Tarses, Kandace Yvette WilliamsGuest stars Jaime Cardriche, Tamala Jones, Garcelle Beauvais, Darryl Sivad, Monica Allison
Episode 7
Freakin' out! On the home intercom, Will and Carlton overhear Ashley talking about sex.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Adam MarkowitzGuest stars Jaleel White, Nicole Bilderback, Yunoka Doyle
Episode 8
Carlton is on a roll in Vegas, celebrating his birthday at the gaming tables with Will in tow but suddenly the tables turn, and the duo enter a dance contest to recoup their losses.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Robert BruceGuest stars Wayne Newton, Bruce Fine, Gregg Kovan, Susan Bambara, Farrell Mayer, Mike Devey, Deano Georgio, Lisa Nunziella
Episode 9
Hilary and Carlton volunteer at a homeless shelter on Thanksgiving, while the extended family fills up on holiday treats.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Joel MadisonGuest stars Zachery Ty Bryan, Virginia Capers, Jenifer Lewis, Vernee Watson, Paul Motley, Elayn J. Taylor, Christopher Carroll, Marci Brickhouse
Episode 10
Will and Philip are arrested at a massage parlor on Thanksgiving. Hilary and Carlton get a lesson in humility at the homeless shelter.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Joel MadisonGuest stars Thom Barry, Zachery Ty Bryan, Virginia Capers, Jenifer Lewis, Andre Rosey Brown, Vernee Watson, Paul Motley, Elayn J. Taylor
Episode 11
Hilary's show has its national premiere. What more could she possibly want? How about a baby?
Directed by Alfonso RibeiroWritten by Adam Markowitz, Tom DevanneyGuest stars Virginia Capers, Duane Martin, Jim Meskimen, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Rachel Andersen, Tamra Meskimen, Sunday Theodore
Episode 12
Will's pride is on the ropes when a gorgeous boxing instructor KOs him at the gym.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Michael SoccioGuest stars Galyn Görg, Curtis Blanck, Fredia Gibbs, Kiyano La'vin, Jeff Maynard, Daniel Riordan, Iva Franks-Singer, Keith Burke
Episode 13
It's no laughing matter when a bomb-toting clown holds Philip hostage in the courtroom on the day of the showbiz madam's sentencing.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by George Tricker, David WyattGuest stars Bree Walker, Dorien Wilson, Carl Gilliard, Brian Carpenter, Tim Silva, Donald Welch
Episode 14
Ka-boooom! That explosion you hear is Philip and Vivian's marriage after Philip decides to go into politics.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Lisa RosenthalGuest stars Joan Van Ark, John David Conti
Episode 15
Breaking up may not be so hard to do for an angry Vivian, but when Philip finds he's lost without her, Will and Carlton conspire to reunite them.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Lisa RosenthalGuest stars Renee Tenison, Jenifer Lewis, Pancho Demmings, Tom Devanney, Judy Gillett, Alain Mickelson
Episode 16
After being accepted at Princeton, a worried Carlton changes his life plans and retreats to a place where everybody knows his name - the bowling alley.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Michael SoccioGuest stars Davida Williams, Ashley Monique Clark, Doreen Brown, Darlene Kardon, Larry Marks, Marley McClean, Paige Tamada
Episode 17
Geoffrey's life changes overnight when a man claiming to be his long-lost son shows up and charms everyone - except Will, who discovers the guy's not what he seems. Meanwhile, Hilary starts writing her autobiography, and an early childhood photo reveals a shocking secret.
Directed by Madeline CripeWritten by Lisa RosenthalGuest stars Craig Kirkwood, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Jules Douglas, Patty Holly
Episode 18
The church's widowed reverend is a man of esteemed reputation, but not in the eyes of Will - who spies him making a play for Aunt Vivian.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Robert BruceGuest stars Cal Gibson, Richard Roundtree, Jeri Gray, Loretta Jean
Episode 19
Dick Clark has a cameo on this backstage outing that has Will Smith visiting with series stars and screening series bloopers.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Tanya Ward, Mary Beth PembertonGuest stars Dick Clark, Rolondas Hendricks
Episode 20
Philip expects Ashley to decline an offer for what he considers a degrading role in an ad by a director who could also give her a recommendation to a top New York school.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Tom DevanneyGuest stars Hiram Kasten, Sharon Kisekka, Allan Wasserman
Episode 21
On Live with Regis and Kathie Lee, Hilary subs for Gifford but doesn't see eye-to-eye with co-host Philbin. Meanwhile, Will subs for Carlton in a golf tourney and gets buddy-buddy with Philip, making Carlton jealous.
Directed by Werner WalianWritten by Matt Tarses, Michael SoccioGuest stars Arthel Neville, Kathie Lee Gifford, Regis Philbin, Allan Wasserman, Gibson Frazier, Lyn Alicia Henderson, Jim Jansen, Stephen Poletti
Episode 22
William Shatner stars as Hilary's talk-show guest, but Will must find a way to beam him from the dentist's chair to the set. Meanwhile, Hilary's show treks to New York and Ashley insists on tagging along.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Adam MarkowitzGuest stars William Shatner, Jim Meskimen, Rusty Colemon, Marlon Archey, Steve Ireland
Episode 23
The mansion's for sale and everybody's in the fast lane... except Will, who's stuck on life's soft shoulder.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Jeff PollackGuest stars Pat Crawford Brown, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Christopher Kirby, Alexandra Smothers
Episode 24
The Banks move out. The Jeffersons are about to move in. And Will turns out the lights.
Directed by Shelley JensenWritten by Jeff PollackGuest stars Conrad Bain, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Isabel Sanford, Gary Coleman, Sherman Hemsley, Marla Gibbs
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Will SmithWill Smith
James AveryPhilip Banks
Daphne Maxwell ReidVivian Banks
Janet HubertVivian Banks
Alfonso RibeiroCarlton Banks
Karyn ParsonsHilary Banks
Tatyana AliAshley Banks
Joseph MarcellGeoffrey Butler
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