Bel-Air takes a fresh spin on classic 90s sitcom. It tells story of a young black man from West Philadelphia sent to live with wealthy relatives in fancy Bel-Air. It dives into race, class and social issues, all while keeping humor and heart alive. This new version brings diverse views to beloved characters and tales from original series. It is a ride you do not want to miss!

Meet the characters from Bel-Air

Will Smith

Oh man, Will is the life-of-the-party who somehow also carries the emotional baggage of an entire zip code — funny, impulsive, and impossibly charming. He’s the guy who’ll talk his way out of (and into) trouble with a grin, but also drop a real, heavy line that reminds you he’s thinking ten steps ahead. Street-smart meets Hollywood adaptability; he’s messy, loud, loyal, loves a beatbox one minute and philosophical late-night rants the next. Sometimes he swears he hates brunch culture but will stand in a two-hour line for avocado toast because, priorities, right? He’s a contradiction wrapped in a snapback and honestly that’s the best part.

Vivian Banks

Aunt Viv is the steady, stylish center that somehow balances iron-willed discipline with the warm chaos of family love — she’s the moral compass and also low-key savage when needed. Professional, brilliant, and so done with the nonsense, but she’ll also start a dance-off at a PTA meeting if the mood strikes her (true story? maybe). She gives tough love but never forgets birthdays, anniversary texts, and weirdly specific comfort-food recipes. Sometimes she’s philosophical and mellow, sometimes she’s a whirlwind of “we need to talk” energy, which keeps everyone on their toes. There’s dignity, humor, and a surprising karaoke streak somewhere in there.

Geoffrey Thompson

Geoffrey is that dry, razor-sharp presence who will roast you politely and then quietly save your life — the quintessential witty butler with layers. He’s impeccably formal, suspicious of modern slang, and also somehow full of odd backstory hints like he once did stand-up in a tiny club or maybe took ballroom lessons, who even knows. Loyal to a fault but will absolutely call you out if you’re being ridiculous, usually with a deadpan line that becomes an instant meme in my head. He drinks tea like it’s the solution to all of life’s problems and yet will absolutely sneak cold pizza at 3 a.m., don’t ask how I know. A little ruthless, very refined, deeply human.

Carlton Banks

Carlton is pure preppy energy with the dance moves and the hair for it — uptight, earnest, unavoidably lovable, and a walking suit jacket. He’s rule-abiding, status-conscious, and somehow simultaneously the kid who memorizes tax codes and the one who starts a conga line at family events (the Carlton dance is forever). He can be maddeningly naive and also fiercely loyal; he practices speeches in the mirror and cries at unexpected rom-coms. Sometimes he’s annoyingly perfect on purpose, other times he’s the softest person in the room, which is kind of his whole deal. He’s an icon and a chaotic little spreadsheet of feelings.

Hilary Banks

Hilary is the glamorous, brand-obsessed socialite who somehow knows exactly what’s trending and also collects porcelain teacups from estate sales (weird combo, I know). She’s all about the look, the platform, the moment — confident, a little surface-level, and wildly entertaining — but peek behind the selfies and there’s real ambition and surprisingly sharp instincts. She’ll design a capsule collection one day and host a charity livestream the next, while insisting she “has no time” for casual brunches (but will RSVP immediately when it involves photographers). Flirty, fierce, secretly a softie when pets are involved, and always photogenic even when crying.

Ashley Banks

Ashley is the quietly evolving heart — starts off youthful and a bit starstruck by everything, then grows into her own fierce, messy self who knows what she wants (sometimes). Creative, smart, and occasionally sassy in a way that catches adults off-guard; she’s into fashion but also straight-up into activism or spoken word on a Tuesday, depending on the vibe. She’s the one who surprises you with bold choices — skateboard one day, vintage couture the next — and has those teenage contradictions that are somehow adorable and infuriating. Sweet, resilient, and full of that “watch this space” energy, with a laugh that’s surprisingly contagious.