Finding Will & The Banks Family: The Audition Journey | Road to Bel-Air (Part 2) | Peacock

[@akl000]

Wow, that's Jabari's 1st gig??? He's doing an excellent job, he's a natural

[@monbar422]

Right!!! I would have never guessed!!!

[@jcmacklenn7788]

they could have chosen him on purpose. Will Smith's first gig was Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. We might be looking at a future mega star in the making

[@2kdemiks816]

he just had to be himself

[@fahnakafranklin8211]

Fresh Prince was will smiths first gig

[@jackieepps4227]

Love the show. Just brilliant

[@mina5580]

the casting was honestly so well done, especially Aunt Viv!

[@ndo533]

Love the new aunt viv

[@CurtisBenjaminIsrael4453]

She certainly is gorgeous!!

[@STAYCisthefutureofKpop12]

Cassandra is such a gorgeous lady 😭

[@immortalsharpshooter9386]

Some things she says you can close your eyes and your swear it's the og aunt viv talking

[@isaiahharris1998]

#Yep

[@keynawade2560]

I love the twist that they took with Geoffrey. the Modernization of his character gives a great youthful aura to the show

[@cacobapt]

The fact that Jabaris last name is Banks made me laugh a little, it was on his path all along

[@ControversialTay]

And he's even from West Philly!! Like for real

[@simsrock9982]

And he has an uncle James (like James Avery) who's nickname is Phil

[@anteater8873]

The degree of Melanin in this remake is exquisite!!!

[@h0llyw00dhoward7]

If you’re going to do a reboot this is how it should be done. A lot of people doubted this when the original trailer came out now just about everyone who watched Bel 👑 Air is giving the show its praise. Great all around job so far.

[@rasheemthebestfirstone3274]

Original trailer was not this it was the trailer that inspired will to make this

[@aaronturley3587]

Absolute perfection!

[@Opbabyyx]

@@rasheemthebestfirstone3274 I think they known

[@jackieepps4227]

Great job

[@malmal3003]

Agreed, I was Skeptical at first but the show proved itself right away.

[@gabxo3]

I like the dark turn it took. It reminds me of fresh prince mixed with bad boys! I'm here for it! I think Will Smith is a beautiful soul & I can't wait to see how far this show goes!

[@TMarieE2023]

I said empire the tv show or Boston public Hillary is more than a fashion I hope she teaches fashion or something like that

[@CurtisBenjaminIsrael4453]

Jabari is definitely the perfect fit for this role..his acting is amazing for his first time. Looking forward to seeing him in other shows/movies. Im sure his family is so proud of him. Amazing stuff. Looks a lot like young Will too. Awesome.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@dalpowers]

He even Sounds like Will in some scenes!! That First " Yo Uncle Phill" ALL WILL! 🙌🏾💯❤️❤️

[@alondamccoy6651]

I'm loving this new version of Fresh prince and so proud everybody and thank you so much Morgan Cooper for this vision of Fresh Prince. Thank you Morgan Cooper for putting Kansas City Mo on the map with TV Entertainment again 💯💯💯

[@TravisJenkinsNOCC]

Another thing he did was put a bunch of Topeka, Kansas references in show too. He has ties to my city so he here for the whole Mid-west

[@kadriyebuyuk5583]

The casting for will's mom is seriously phenomenal I saw her on the have and have nots from tyler Perry she is a great actress

[@thandotshabalala5041]

She's a natural and very engaging, she's believable in all her roles even on SWAT

[@tyaherndon9840]

The chemistry on this show is amazing!

[@BougieSuzy]

I'm in love with the cast, the storylines, etc...this show is amazing! I'm happy they ordered 2 seasons off the break! They can go ahead and order 2 more seasons while they at it.

[@nokaptv2736]

This show is amazing. I was born in 87 so fresh prince is apart of my childhood.. I’m so glad Will had something to do with the creation of this series…. It is one of the best re-makes ever… they did it with full house and Roseanne but this IS FOR THE PEOPLE! I love it

[@lovebrittt]

Olly is a phenomenal actor because I sure do hate Carlton on Bel Air. Lol! He must be doing it right.

[@bigsisandlittlesiscarter6746]

I never hated Carlton but I really don’t like him in the show but that’s probably what division is of the show I really do like the show it’s absolutely wonderful

[@donricocolden1]

I said the exact same thing

[@Social_Pugatory]

The most hated character is usually doing the best job because you get invested in hating yhat character. 😂

[@ob2be1]

Bruh like he irks my soul. Which means he is definitely playing his part lol. Who knew you could hate Carlton?!?!?

[@PrinxcessElVlogs]

This is the comment ❗️❗️ I

[@IamHandsomeRob1911]

I don’t know what it is about aunt Vivs voice, it’s so soothing. Great casting from will to Carlton I love the vibe of Hilary’s character

[@clarkjoe]

This cast is perfect man especially Aunt Viv and Hilary >>>

[@layaquisita6974]

will telling will hes going to be will lol.

[@redluca56]

I'm just rewatching Jimmy Akingbola doing a Joseph Marcell impression. What an icon Joseph is

[@ellomgbofu1174]

yea thats the biggest impression that I have from this interview

[@sadiki1980]

I like how the new cast is vibing with one another just like the original used to be.

[@munnamattaka3220]

To be honest Bel Air nailed it the whole team did a great job❤️

[@janessamarie4601]

I need them to do the “Why didn’t he want me man?“ scene 😩

[@jofasho2kool]

They kinda did in the first episode where will cried while talking to uncle Phil about him not having a dad

[@pronouncethet]

I’ll be surprised if they don’t reenact that scene.

[@sincerelysmak68]

Right I want to see it exactly how they did it he first time ❤️

[@eddiewardsautogaming9096]

These actors have some very big shoes to fill. This was one of my favorite shows growing up. I hope nothing but success for this new series

[@G8S1983]

I was unsure about this new take on the fresh Prince, I'm now hooked and think It's brilliant

[@mitsuomits9077]

New aunt Viv better be training for that dance episode 😄 I'm so much wanting to see this show.

[@ndo533]

Man I hope they remake that scene

[@mitsuomits9077]

@@ndo533 Right?😄

[@akhonalanga8731]

They made her an artist 😭

[@957kakashi]

Ya this version isn’t a dancer like that one was This one is an artist who stopped her work for a time, unlike the original who was a dancer that stopped dancing for a bit

[@mitsuomits9077]

@@957kakashi 🥺

[@avalisahylton]

Shout out that casting director fr fr. Love you for bringing something special into my life when I needed it.

[@karlarunnels7626]

Every episode leaves me thirsty for the next. Love this show!

[@hayathashi7986]

fr Jabari is perfect for playing will he has the vibe he’s naturally funny and he also has the same haircut wow 😯 they did a amazing job picking a guy that fits wills personality 🙌🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 I want season 2 😜

[@draperdelonejenkins]

Truthfully, I had my bias against the show because I watched fresh prince of bel air my whole life. But because Will was behind this, I decided to give it a shot, and I am not disappointed. I love the spin. Immediately I noticed this is not a reboot comedy. It's a drama series based on the comedy. Im hoping it has longevity like the original. Great cast, great acting, great writing....I LOVE IT!!!!

[@chrystalmcfarland239]

I've cried, I've laughed. Well done guys. I love the show. I watched all the episodes in one sitting. I need more episodes!

[@lionelortizvazquez7430]

The new Hillary 😍😍😍😍 every scene she in im like ayooo 👀

[@zirconiaalleyne2089]

I smiled the whole time watching this. Love the casting chemistry and the new take on my favorite show!

[@dboygreat]

So are they gonna have Uncle Phil throw Jazz out the house lol

[@junieg3662]

Lol I was hoping for that too. Such a classic part of the original.

[@kingmoisepicardthefirst2953]

This series is G.O.A.T.ed.

[@thebritneylashaun]

I'm not subscription heavy, but you better bet I subscribed to Peacock TV just to watch Season 1 of this show. I watched all 4 shows in one night and LOVED each one. It was so well written and the actors nailed it. It was honestly refreshing to watch. I can't say that about a lot on TV.

[@531237774]

I really loved the first episodes. I think it's gonna be a successful re-imagining of a classic

[@Joe-Dirt579]

I was shocked how much he's like Will, hes nailed it in my opinion

[@zaycapalot6902]

If only the og uncle Phil was able to see this 😔

[@salvambala7779]

RIP James avery

[@NallahBrown]

"After that call, I just wen to sleep." HAHA, LOVE

[@brownbe4r163]

PAUSE- It was Will's first gig for The Fresh Prince….and this is Jabari's first gig for Bel-Air??? This was God's plan all along

[@sammig.9770]

I LOOOOVVVVEEE THIS SHOW!! I was sold when I saw Cassandra Freeman in the trailer. I've never seen Jimmy Akingbola but I so love him...I can see him in his own show. The casting on this show is spectacular!

[@ebonysanders3368]

It’s crazy how much him and April looks alike. This is a perfect cast. I will say I had doubts about this show but im glad I watched it

[@jmoke482]

Yo, how humble and appreciative is this cast! Can't wait to see more!

[@sincerelysmak68]

Honestly the cast had to grow on me but now I’m in love with the show❤️ great job 👏🏾👏🏾

[@bryghtthelyght]

The casting, acting, and overall show is amazing!

[@JayDee2short]

This cast is Amazing... Love this Hillary. Now do "A Different World"

[@rodboermusmc]

Oooh. Not a bad idea. However, being affiliated with Cosby, it isn't something many studios are going to want to touch.

[@ob2be1]

Rightttt, like who do we need to speak to lol

[@Jdmxrtinez]

Isn’t grownish kinda like a different world and blackish like the Cosby show…

[@nwananka]

Fresh prince was a nice show for the younger me. I grew up and they gave me Bel-Air.

[@kyzae]

Awe I love seeing this and so happy for the young man playing Will. The show is awesome! Much success to the entire cast and crew.

[@cardijefferson1427]

Tbh and too quote another Past NBC show 6 seasons and a movie. I love this take on Fresh Prince of Bel Air. And so far these first four episodes have been fantastic just fantastic.

[@faithxdanielle]

Genius . Great cast. So excited for what will come from this show

[@robinestcee9232]

I always loved the 1st aunt Viv, she was classy & also street. If u didn’t c the actress that’s playing aunt Viv in Bel-Air u would think it was the original.

[@ahmedelnoor6703]

Enjoying the series so far, looking forward to more

[@LiveBowie]

For a reboot they definitely nailed it. I could feel the inspiration from the original deep into each episode.

[@monbar422]

Literally my favorite show out right now! I can’t get enough of it!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@PHONIBRAXTON]

The fact that Jabari’s last name is literally banks lol like COME ON! 🤣

[@ethan-ray]

aunt viv is a perfect casting

[@Ohaechesi]

If ever there was a Miles Morales Spiderman in the future, I think Jabari Banks might suit the role. The dude looks like a young Will too. YOUR THOUGHTS

[@sweetrain50]

I can definitely see that.

[@ArthurMrgan]

Not really

[@rasheemthebestfirstone3274]

Could be

[@ndo533]

Not at all. Too tall and too old already

[@007Fusiion]

@@ndo533 but he looks young

[@aprilbrown7480]

🗣Awwww WILL 😭 that was awesome! Will called him personally to celebrate he got the job

[@Absolute8384]

The fact that a number of them talk about the weight of their role says a lot. It shows they are taking it serious, because the show means so much to so many. Great show, great cast!!

[@mdean7a]

The irony is....HIS LAST NAME IS BANKS!!!

[@Bonani_]

Thought that was a new character they were introducing.

[@rinusworldzm]

Morgan... look at what your dream created fam. If you ever see This, congratulations and bro, you're an inspiration to me. I appreciate you.

[@En2595]

Marvelously reimagined. I hope there is more to come.

[@iisummeriii]

So what I am hearing from this video is that everyone understood the assignment ❤️

[@kvngdreadhead8606]

Swear Jabari and April kinda look alike forreal the casting is everything and I’m ready for season 2 even tho season 1 isn’t finished yet lol

[@shawndrarush1683]

This casting is unbelievable. I am so excited.

[@user-dv1lv7vo5e]

This show is just amazing I can't believe the brought back I love it man

[@helloxonsfan]

*Love the talent & the chemistry among the entire cast on the show...!!!* 🧡 🧡 🧡 *... BTW... Did we just witness the new Carlton Dance at **10:34** ?!* 👍 👏 🙂

[@Jenaeworld]

This show is so great! Can’t wait for next Thursday! 😊

[@MrDarryl90210]

Cool! Love the passion and the camera's there to capture the true moments of this project coming together!

[@freelybeing6182]

I like that they made Hillary a more smart and dark complexion. Carlton wasn’t what I expected but he slowly grew on me.

[@AD1982full]

So exited man. I convinced my 13 year old son to get hooked on to this. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ All the best for a great show..

[@anngellcuffy8572]

Exactly happy they give this young man a chance

[@Hisdaughter85]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 to the perfect casting! Fresh Prince was a huge part of my childhood and I am so glad that this show delivered, it was definitely worth the wait 😀

[@xPirus26]

Beautiful. That's a star in the making, both the show and this young man called Jabari.

[@jorgevelez1809]

idk how I can like a show so much and dislike so much of it at the same time but I have been enjoying the show.

[@freddyg735]

Same here bro is crazy

[@dmeloking782]

That's crazy how the mascot of the college became the platform to produce the remake

[@mauricetucker5996]

Yo! How about that!

[@Knight93King]

This show is incredible

[@NBAgladiator]

Melanin poppin!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@jenec3328]

Love this show. Love the cast. Well done. Now this is the way to do a reboot. Also I hope they bring Geoffrey back. Can’t wait for season 2.

[@lookatheem]

this dude is perfect for the role

[@youngkid518]

What a wonderful show. I can’t wait to see the success.

[@Undaunted2012]

And his last name is “Banks”, destiny👏🏼👏🏼💕

[@manz400]

I can't wait to see this reimagined vision of a Classic

[@liyah4152]

He actually sounds like Will, that’s crazy

[@darksharxz]

I don’t usually do dramas , this I’m digging so much.

[@chitownbuck6389]

Like the original had 6 seasons, I got high hopes for this series🙏🙏😀

[@candacegabrielle9679]

The casting is impeccable! You couldn’t have put together a better cast- Geoffrey’s character is genius - everything about him screams Geoffrey

[@marqusbraddy5145]

I don’t know why people hate this show it’s wayyyyy better than I expected. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@coachc8853]

Aunt viv you aint let the culture down❤😊😊 you did your thinggg!!

[@veroniquebickham1910]

The actor of Hillary favor Jennifer Hudson soo much to me

[@kentrellsmith6415]

N sing like her to

[@veroniquebickham1910]

@@kentrellsmith6415 wow I didn’t know she can sing

[@BoogieandTheFood]

AUNT VIV MAKES MY SOUL SHAKE!!!

[@brittneythompson3108]

Ima b sad when this show has told all the stories it could possibly tell 😩 I haven’t loved a show this much since green leaf

[@JAXTWIN]

Much success to the entire cast!

[@HausofLuciana]

I love the show the cast. They choose the right combination

[@steven_green]

You can't tell me Adrian Holmes (Uncle Phil) not related to Taye Diggs

[@hellomrswalker]

Facts

[@theeuzu6918]

I don't wanna lie i love it i was a lil sceptical about some characters when i saw the trailer but i can't wait to see more😎😃

[@larrynworthy6772]

They did an AMAZING job with this show! THIS is how you do it!!

[@1johpo]

Love love love this show! I want them to just put the WHOLE SERIES on Peacock like NOW! 🔥🔥🔥

[@whitecollaranezx1176]

Man the show of the decade for me.

[@ria_jj]

1:39 that laugh sounds like the real Will

[@spikeburless]

Definitely ready to start watching this new version of The Fresh Prince/Bel Air. . I am glad I haven’t missed the whole season, and have to catch up.

[@ms.shaylan.733]

Did you start watching it yet? :)

[@spikeburless]

@@ms.shaylan.733 Yup, got the first 2 watched and waiting for family members to catch up with me so we can watch together.