One of my favorite series since childhood, use to watch this with my buddies. Theme song is a huge plus, always playing in my head. I was so sad that this show came to its end. Well, everything good eventually comes to an end.
Whether you like this show or not, you must admit that it has one of the most memorable intros ever. A rap intro was perhaps more revolutionary in the 90s but it's still a work of genius: before every episode you get a story recap how Will ended up in Bel-Air in the first place.
I'm too young to understand many of the references and jokes. But sometimes it's like a fascinating time capsule bank to the 90s. I hate the fake laughter. The show is often a bit silly and shallow but now and then the show delves into more serious issues like parenting, race, puberty, coming of age, social injustice, capitalism and so forth. I don't even like Will best. I like Hillary, Phil and Carlton better to be honest. But all characters are likeable and it's a true feel good sitcom.
But that's perhaps not what the show was really known for. I guess it made a major impact during 90s TV. It's one of the first sitcoms and perhaps one of the first primetime shows with mostly black characters. And - as a surprise to many - they showed a regular all-American and financially privileged family.
Towards the end the show starts to limp and Will's one man show becomes increasingly annoying. I remember that I liked him a lot back in the 90s. My younger self was convinced he was the coolest guy ever. I think totally different know. He almost ruins the show.
Would I ever re-re-watch this show? Probably not...
PS: sadly this show was recorded on tape it seems, thus can't be remastered easily and looks horrible by today's standards
It was really a wonderful ride... YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN...
Literally the first TV show i watched when i were just a kid. The best cast in this one literally funny to see younger Will Smith.. Old but gold.
I don't recommend this series to the faint of heart, because this show will literally make you cry on the last two episodes... Damn I miss this show so much
I think the quality lowered after they changed the actress that portrayed Aunt Viv. They said the original actress was being a bitch backstage and wanted the spotlight over Will, so the change was probably for the better, but that caused the show to decay.
The "comedy" serie that makes you laugh, think and cry. The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air does a really good job at discussing real life issues like drugs abuse, firearms, racism and more, but still with some good comedy.
The reason I like the Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air so much is because of the good cast. They complete eachother and that's also something you can see in the episode "I, Whoops, There It Is" in season 6 a.k.a. the blooper episode.
Some of the episodes can really surprise you. Starting off light and with comedy, hitting you right in the feels a few minutes after, so always be aware.
The last episode was the sadest one. Not that everyone moved on with their lives, but the moment everyone got honest. Will being scared of losing another family. Uncle Phill finally telling Will that he's a son to him, Will watching Carlton do the Calton dance and letting him do it. Geoffrey saying he will miss the family in his own way and still carrying Hilary's bag when he's off-duty.
All the actors are really good at acting and I sure will miss James Avery. May he rest in peace!
I surely wish there were more series like The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air.
It is my favorite series since I saw it, it is very funny and entertaining. Will Smith plays an impressive role. I recommend it to you
Childhood in a nutshell. Pretty much one of my favorite shows ever.
I never knew will smith was born from here !
Glad to have caught this from one of article depicting shows with best intro !
Had fun binge watching this sitcom in 2020-21 !
Looking forward to watching reunion episode !
Got another tv family to love now :blush::heart_eyes:
The series reminds me of my childhood. I love it. Watched it again last year and laughed a lot.
I always wished there were a Season 7 just to have Will and Carlton graduate from ULA college. That would have also been when Ashley graduated high school (I believe).
Quintessential 1990s sitcom television in my book and it never gets old. I can still watch it as evidenced by having the Complete Series on Vudu. I loved the Carlton Dance and when Jazz got thrown out the door.
One of the best shows ever made.
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It is just so harmless in comparison with today's sitcoms.