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The Best Episodes of Bel-Air

Every episode of Bel-Air ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Bel-Air!

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The journey of a book smart teen whose life is forever transformed when he moves from the streets of west Philadelphia to live with his relatives in one of LA’s wealthiest suburbs.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 1 - Dreams and Nightmares
    8.0/10(61 votes)

    #1 - Dreams and Nightmares

    S1:E1

    A talented West Philly teenager is sent to live in Bel Air to avoid the dangers of his hometown.

    Director:Morgan Cooper
    Writers:Morgan Cooper, Rasheed Newson, Malcolm Spellman, T.J. Brady

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  2. Bel-Air Season 3 Episode 1 - Baby, I'm Back
    7.5/10(59 votes)

    #2 - Baby, I'm Back

    S3:E1

    The Banks family host their annual Juneteenth festivities; Will thinks about his future.

    Director:Keesha Sharp
    Writers:Janeika James, Jasheika James

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  3. Bel-Air Season 4 Episode 1 - The Maybes
    7.1/10(45 votes)

    #3 - The Maybes

    S4:E1

    Will and Carlton start their senior year at Bel-Air Academy, forcing them to begin considering their next steps post-graduation.

    Director:Nick Copus
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 2 - Keep Ya Head Up
    5.9/10(19 votes)

    #4 - Keep Ya Head Up

    S1:E2

    Will finds he doesn’t fit in at his new school; the Banks family starts to adjust to life with Will.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Bel-Air Season 2 Episode 1 - A Fresh Start
    5.9/10(18 votes)

    #5 - A Fresh Start

    S2:E1

    Will works on being fully independent from the Banks family after a fallout with his father, Lou as Ashley celebrates her 13th birthday.

    Director:Dale Stern
    Writer:Carla Banks Waddles

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  6. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 4 - Canvass
    5.6/10(15 votes)

    #6 - Canvass

    S1:E4

    The Banks family rallies around Uncle Phil to ramp up his campaign. Will’s past starts to catch up to him, and he finds help in an unexpected place.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 3 - Yamacraw
    5.1/10(16 votes)

    #7 - Yamacraw

    S1:E3

    Will attends Uncle Phil's Black fraternity event and finds his groove with his family and peers.

    Director:Nick Copus
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 7 - Payback's a B*tch
    5.1/10(13 votes)

    #8 - Payback's a B*tch

    S1:E7

    Will and Carlton throw a house party at the Banks mansion. When Phil unexpectedly shows up at Viv's art event, their relationship is shaken by a lack of trust. Hilary stands up to Kylo after he posts a video of her without her consent.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Bel-Air Season 3 Episode 2 - Pivot
    4.9/10(15 votes)

    #9 - Pivot

    S3:E2

    Will and Carlton get jobs at the Beverly Hills Country Club and it's nothing like they expected.

    Director:John Scott
    Writer:Des Moran

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  10. Bel-Air Season 3 Episode 4 - Out All Night
    4.8/10(9 votes)

    #10 - Out All Night

    S3:E4

    Will and Carlton feel the pressure of running "Blackcess"; everyone rallies around Hilary.

    Director:Nick Copus
    Writer:Felicia Pride

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  11. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 5 - PA to LA
    4.6/10(12 votes)

    #11 - PA to LA

    S1:E5

    When Will’s friend Tray visits, his loyalty to Philly is put to the test. The Banks family supports Hilary by hosting an influencer event.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Bel-Air Season 4 Episode 8 - The Next Act
    4.5/10(12 votes)

    #12 - The Next Act

    S4:E8

    As senior year comes to an end, everyone in the Banks family faces big changes -- ones that bring new places and unexpected reunions.

    Director:Morgan Cooper
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 6 - The Strength to Smile
    4.4/10(12 votes)

    #13 - The Strength to Smile

    S1:E6

    The Banks family supports Lisa when they host an event in memory of her mother at the mansion. Will puts his feelings of mistrust aside and steps up to the plate for the Bankses and Lisa.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 10 - Where To?
    4.4/10(11 votes)

    #14 - Where To?

    S1:E10

    Will’s father shows up and tells the truth about where he’s been, exposing a long-buried secret.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 9 - Can't Knock the Hustle
    4.2/10(11 votes)

    #15 - Can't Knock the Hustle

    S1:E9

    The Banks family goes to church. Will considers taking the opportunity to find his father, unknowingly driving a wedge between Phil and Geoffrey.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Bel-Air Season 3 Episode 9 - Family Matters
    4.1/10(17 votes)

    #16 - Family Matters

    S3:E9

    Will, Carlton and Lisa try to heal after witnessing a friend's overdose; Hilary prepares for her wedding; Geoffrey reveals the truth to Frederick.

    Director:Christine Swanson
    Writers:Janeika James, Jasheika James

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  17. Bel-Air Season 4 Episode 5 - Gorilla Glue and Duct Tape
    3.8/10(11 votes)

    #17 - Gorilla Glue and Duct Tape

    S4:E5

    Phil prepares Will and Carlton for life outside the gates of Bel-Air; Viv attempts to keep a grasp on her compounding responsibilities.

    Director:Tina Mabry
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Bel-Air Season 3 Episode 5 - Getting Personal
    3.7/10(10 votes)

    #18 - Getting Personal

    S3:E5

    Viv and Phil celebrate their anniversary, but something seems off between them.

    Director:Keesha Sharp
    Writers:Andy Reaser, Ephraim Salaam

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  19. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 8 - No One Wins When the Family Feuds
    3.6/10(10 votes)

    #19 - No One Wins When the Family Feuds

    S1:E8

    As the Banks family celebrates Will's birthday, his mom comes to visit, causing unexpected tension. The adults consider whether it's time to tell Will about his father.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Bel-Air Season 3 Episode 6 - Baggage
    3.6/10(10 votes)

    #20 - Baggage

    S3:E6

    Will brings his parents, Vy and Lou, together to heal the past; Carlton sees a new side of Amira.

    Director:Morgan Cooper
    Writers:Justin Calen-Chenn, Colin Waite

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  21. Bel-Air Season 4 Episode 6 - Your Crown is Waiting
    3.6/10(9 votes)

    #21 - Your Crown is Waiting

    S4:E6

    Will and Carlton have epiphanies regarding their futures; Phil takes strong measures to protect his family.

    Director:Tina Mabry
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Bel-Air Season 4 Episode 2 - Be a Kid
    3.5/10(10 votes)

    #22 - Be a Kid

    S4:E2

    It's Homecoming week at Bel-Air Academy, and Will and Carlton do it their way; Phil is forced to rethink his relationship with Geoffrey after being put in a tough position.

    Director:Nick Copus
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Bel-Air Season 3 Episode 7 - Black Lotus
    3.4/10(11 votes)

    #23 - Black Lotus

    S3:E7

    Viv and Phil spend some quality time together at a resort in Mexico; Will is stuck in a hard place between his family and chosen family.

    Director:Mo McRae
    Writers:Des Moran, Felicia Pride

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  24. Bel-Air Season 3 Episode 10 - Save the Best for Last
    3.4/10(11 votes)

    #24 - Save the Best for Last

    S3:E10

    The Bankses and family support Hilary during her wedding day in Martha's Vineyard; Will and Carlton work with Drew on "Blackccess."

    Director:Nick Copus
    Writer:Carla Banks Waddles

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  25. Bel-Air Season 4 Episode 7 - Soulmates
    3.4/10(10 votes)

    #25 - Soulmates

    S4:E7

    The senior lock-in tests Will and Carlton's romantic relationships; the Banks family rallies to support Viv.

    Director:Morgan Cooper
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Dreams and Nightmares" is the best rated episode of "Bel-Air". It scored 8/10 based on 61 votes. Directed by Morgan Cooper and written by Morgan Cooper, Rasheed Newson, Malcolm Spellman, T.J. Brady, it aired on 2/13/2022. This episode scored 0.5 points higher than the second highest rated, "Baby, I'm Back".