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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 Worst Episode
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    Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 4 - Canvass
    6.6/10(444 votes)

    #1 - 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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  2. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 5 - PA to LA
    6.9/10(380 votes)

    #2 - 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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  3. Bel-Air Season 2 Episode 3 - Compromised
    7.0/10(145 votes)

    #3 - Compromised

    S2:E3

    When Ashley's favorite teacher is fired, Will goes to great lengths to help her out and leaves Carlton in an uncomfortable position

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 8 - No One Wins When the Family Feuds
    7.1/10(282 votes)

    #4 - 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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  5. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 7 - Payback's a B*tch
    7.2/10(302 votes)

    #5 - 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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  6. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 1 - Dreams and Nightmares
    7.3/10(800 votes)

    #6 - 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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  7. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 2 - Keep Ya Head Up
    7.3/10(581 votes)

    #7 - 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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  8. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 6 - The Strength to Smile
    7.3/10(328 votes)

    #8 - 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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  9. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 9 - Can't Knock the Hustle
    7.3/10(290 votes)

    #9 - 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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  10. Bel-Air Season 2 Episode 2 - Speaking Truth
    7.5/10(156 votes)

    #10 - Speaking Truth

    S2:E2

    Will alienates himself from the Bel-Air basketball team and finds appealing opportunities in love and basketball with the help of some new South LA friends.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Bel-Air Season 2 Episode 4 - Don't Kill My Vibe
    7.5/10(137 votes)

    #11 - Don't Kill My Vibe

    S2:E4

    After the protest, Will is suspended from the Bel-Air basketball team and looks to join an AAU team with Phil’s permission. Carlton deals with the fallout from the protest.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Bel-Air Season 2 Episode 5 - Excellence Is Everywhere
    7.5/10(137 votes)

    #12 - Excellence Is Everywhere

    S2:E5

    Will struggles on his new basketball team but is nominated for a leadership award at Bel-Air Academy, causing friction with Carlton.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Bel-Air Season 2 Episode 7 - Under Pressure
    7.5/10(123 votes)

    #13 - Under Pressure

    S2:E7

    External dilemmas throw Carlton and Will off track and prevent them from fully preparing for the Founder’s Award.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Bel-Air Season 2 Episode 1 - A Fresh Start
    7.6/10(214 votes)

    #14 - 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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  15. Bel-Air Season 2 Episode 6 - Let the Best Man Win
    7.6/10(139 votes)

    #15 - Let the Best Man Win

    S2:E6

    Phil hosts the Banks family reunion, and Carlton works hard to impress his dad. Meanwhile, Will considers accepting the Founder’s Award nomination.

    Director:Stacey Muhammad
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Bel-Air Season 3 Episode 7 - Black Lotus
    7.6/10(107 votes)

    #16 - 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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  17. Bel-Air Season 3 Episode 9 - Family Matters
    7.6/10(97 votes)

    #17 - 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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  18. Bel-Air Season 3 Episode 8 - Gimme a Break
    7.7/10(95 votes)

    #18 - Gimme a Break

    S3:E8

    Will's secret participation gets revealed, putting him at odds with Carlton over what "Blackccess" truly means to each of them.

    Director:Rachel Raimist
    Writer:Andy Reaser

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  19. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 3 - Yamacraw
    7.8/10(614 votes)

    #19 - 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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  20. Bel-Air Season 2 Episode 9 - Just Like Old Times
    7.8/10(120 votes)

    #20 - Just Like Old Times

    S2:E9

    Will confides in Phil about the shocking information he discovered regarding Doc and Zenith. Carlton struggles to keep up with all the lies he’s entangled himself in.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Bel-Air Season 3 Episode 4 - Out All Night
    7.8/10(97 votes)

    #21 - 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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  22. Bel-Air Season 4 Episode 5 - Gorilla Glue and Duct Tape
    7.8/10(52 votes)

    #22 - 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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  23. Bel-Air Season 2 Episode 8 - Pursuit of Happiness
    7.9/10(126 votes)

    #23 - Pursuit of Happiness

    S2:E8

    Will discovers the truth about his teammate’s absence, making him question his future. Carlton spirals out of control.

    Director:Nick Copus
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Bel-Air Season 3 Episode 1 - Baby, I'm Back
    7.9/10(192 votes)

    #24 - 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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  25. Bel-Air Season 1 Episode 10 - Where To?
    8.0/10(369 votes)

    #25 - 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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Worst Episodes Summary

"Canvass" is the worst rated episode of "Bel-Air". It scored 6.6/10 based on 444 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/17/2022. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "PA to LA".