" The Fresh Prince Project " is the pilot episode of the classic sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air , which first aired on September 10, 1990. Directed by Debbie Allen, the episode establishes the show's "fish-out-of-water" premise as street-smart Will Smith moves from West Philadelphia to live with his wealthy relatives in Bel-Air.

: Will’s no-nonsense but nurturing aunt who tries to keep the peace.

The episode follows Will's arrival at the Banks' mansion, where his relaxed, "streetwise" attitude immediately clashes with the disciplined environment maintained by his uncle, Philip Banks.

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: Although Will is 17 in the show, Will Smith was actually 21-22 years old during the filming and airing of the pilot.

: The cab driver seen in the opening credits is the show's executive producer, legendary musician Quincy Jones .