How a Viral Video Turned Into Bel-Air | Road to Bel-Air (Part 1)

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How did Morgan Cooper's mock trailer turn into one of the most anticipated series of 2022? Follow along for the Road to Bel-Air, with exclusive sneak peeks from the cast and behind-the-scenes footage of the making of Bel-Air.
Synopsis: Set in modern-day America, Peacock’s new one-hour drama series Bel-Air imagines the beloved sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air through a new, dramatic take on Will’s complicated journey from the streets of West Philadelphia to the gated mansions of Bel-Air. As these two worlds collide, Will reckons with the power of second chances while navigating the conflicts, emotions, and biases of a world far different from the only one he’s ever known.
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[@arttashfilms9816]

I'm so glad they are giving the original creator of this idea his flowers. They could've easily just stole the whole concept and acted like it was all theirs

[@HeyTash]

Ah…the Hollywood way. Glad they broke with it

[@omegaswiper]

No he could sue

[@DTMBauma]

He put money behind tha project carzy fool

[@latrinanoneofyourbusiness6931]

Will Smith probably made sure of this.

[@edwardfrazier1004]

Will got involved he wasn’t about to let that happen

[@britperkins6256]

This is how you do a reboot... same plotline different genre... Sitcom to Drama TV Show. It takes a talent to do it, and theu did well. Cannot wait for the next episodes.

[@0207s_FINEST]

It’s a great idea!!

[@andreamiller135]

Agreed. A re-imagining. Genius.

[@curtissimmons2287]

Facts

[@carastone3473]

I totally agree! Loving it so far!

[@twista763]

This seems like a paid/insider comment.

[@msllubin8]

I normally hate remakes, but this was done tastefully. A new spin on what I grew up on.... FREAKING AMAZING!!!

[@PSICK1234ikillallracistrolls]

This is a reboot not a remake...

[@TheSageSpartan]

Right you can tell the creators love fresh prince!

[@gardasing1719]

Frr

[@AlphaWolf789]

i'm pleasantly surprised by it lol

[@ailene_e]

It was really fantastic, I was pleasantly surprised. I like that it stands on its own and doesn’t feel like it’s trying to copy Fresh Prince. It’s almost like an alternate universe. Looking forward to the rest of the season.

[@ThisIsJ.Nicole]

Very well put.

[@DoctorFashion]

I've been sharing Morgan Cooper's story all over social media... ever since I heard him speak over a year ago sharing how he came up with the idea I was astounded. .. the cool thing is how an idea turned into a life changing moment for him. 1 piece of content can really change your life.. Congrats to him on this amazing opportunity!

[@bowlerfamily]

Do you know how much Peacock paid for the rights,?

[@jalankvng]

A lot of of people who say they didn’t like it only feel that way because they’re still think about the original. This is not trying to be like the original. They’ve made it known from the jump. They’re respectfully tipping their hats off to it but still having to be it’s own thing

[@journalsfromdavid]

It feels corny tho, like he takes things too literal

[@jalankvng]

@@journalsfromdavid take what literal

[@journalsfromdavid]

@@jalankvng like because he saw a fanmade trailer does not now mean he has to go about making it a real thing

[@Britt0590]

@Jalan I feel the same way about this version of Fresh Prince and I’ve only seen the first episode! I even like the fact that they just named it Bel-Air it makes you think it’s not just going to be all about Will but the show will bring out more about the other characters.

[@jalankvng]

@@Britt0590 exactly. I also love the more realism feel to the storyline

[@heffasaywhat8259]

I’m loving the depth of the characters, especially Carlton’s story, and his ties to Lisa and this love/hate dynamic between he and will the first couple of episodes

[@IsraelAgyemanPrempeh]

Just watched the first 3 episodes and I must say this was definitely not a miss.

[@lockedinnn]

This show so 🔥🔥🔥🔥 I love how Will didn’t just take the idea… Act like he never saw the trailer… He brought him on…

[@ryanamari2233]

Morgan looks like Will … I love that they gave him the ability to direct this series . Don’t underestimate what you’re capable of

[@dannywinget]

Morgan Cooper is the man!

[@adriennejones4639]

This is how a reboot should be done. I love the fact that now we get to see the true psych of each character. Everyone that I know who have watched Bel Air enjoys discovering the dynamics of each character and the family development.

[@irishmc1979]

Loving it man, loving it! I am 43. Grew up with the original and this is such a "Fresh" spin. The acting is on point. I cannot express enough how much I love the casting and the different take on Will and Carlton and the whole family at that. Keep it up!

[@crimeratestudio7634]

I used to like him but now I lost all my respect for him after what he did to Chris rock

[@Ty2Breezie]

Wow! Bless this young man and his talent! I remember seeing his trailer he created and I was SUPER excited! It’s the creativity for me and I’m here for it! Because of what he did…look what happened! 👏🏽🙌🏽

[@MrKnjwhite]

The show is incredible!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I really love how they put this together. Thank you for this concept and I'm so happy it will definitely be here for 2 seasons minimum.

[@InstantlyGlam4BreonnaTaylor]

Peacock struck gold with this series. It’s beautiful and tastefully done being original while still honoring the original content. #chefskiss

[@DomSr]

Great remake, well done! The actor playing Uncle Phil is great, just wish he was more "big boned" would love to hear "hey big guy" from Carolton 😭

[@sagetemitope]

bro is incredibly swole, he could still say it 😭

[@shawnstrickland7313]

@@sagetemitope he is not incredibly swole lol

[@TollFree999]

It makes sense that a wealthy man would be in shape. Rich ppl tend to take better care of themselves for a multitude of reasons

[@firstnamelastname4427]

@@TollFree999 Eh...not really. Just look at Trump!

[@trev2x]

@@firstnamelastname4427 trump is almost 80 years old

[@Blaqk_8298]

Aunt VIVIAN would make the perfect MICHELLE OBAMA.

[@geraldking9385]

Shes Michelle Obama before Michelle

[@73starrdiva]

I remember sharing that video!! Crazy!! Life can be sweet 😉!!

[@TYBEAUTE]

This is one of the best remakes I’ve ever witnessed!!!

[@dc5mat949]

I really hope they come out with more seasons and not just 2 this show is straight 🔥

[@skinnyu01]

One of the best new shows on tv I hope it’s successful

[@michealmahmoud6391]

This definitely has the makings of a classic

[@Ton369]

that guy memed his way to millions

[@goldenb1592]

So in love with Bel Air, can’t wait til next Thursday

[@geekdupdee]

Man Jeffery built diff in bel air

[@loveinspired7]

I never met you before Mr. Cooper, but I swear, I feel like a proud mother!❤ I am so, SO happy for you, and I wish for you nothing but continued success!

[@UnpopularOpinionByNkiruka]

Listen! This show is EVERYTHING that I hoped it would be and even more! This is PURE GENIUS!!!!!!!!! Well done!

[@dwaynejpeterkin]

First reboot in a long time that is done right

[@dmeloking782]

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

[@StudentOfLife365]

Yeaaaaah that is eerily ironic!! Lol

[@kingslim2870]

It was always the mascot for NBC…Fresh Prince has always been on NBC. Think the college mascot is based on that

[@thepurpleone5959]

Duality

[@AngelaSharnice]

Goosebumps 😭😭. So brilliant

[@themandinkafamily]

This is amazing. No idea who was behind it. A reminder to put your creative ideas out in the world.

[@samalahenry]

I love, love, love that the young man who had the original idea of what the reboot should be was not only given lip service credit, he's also an executive producer, a writer, and decision maker for the reboot.

[@TheNumeroUno]

This is absolutely incredible and motivating. Hats off to everyone involved in bringing this vision to life! Bravo Will for stepping into this young man's art and collaborating. This is very inspirational and needed. I'm tuning in for sure!

[@5d.estiny]

I just keep tearing up. This is so inspirational on so many levels. Needed to see this

[@nicktroisi6347]

If Will Smith can return to the world of Bel Air what can't he come back for Hancock 2

[@christopherbrownmaaga4668]

Well,

[@I-speak-U-shut-it]

@@christopherbrownmaaga4668 ???

[@AfricanGirl]

there's Hancock 2??

[@jwatkinsville2.534]

While I'm one of the few people who admittedly loved Hancock, It's not a movie that deserves a sequel. But if it happens to get one I'll still watch it lol

[@ANT-G-UGGY]

The man snapped

[@bosbos1826]

Man this show is amazing. Casting A1, writing authentic, I really have zero complaints. And I complain 😂

[@msmelomtg]

I'm elated that this show came alive, because for the first time in my memory, I've watched it, thoroughly enjoyed it and I have no notes. It's absolutely brilliant! I'm only on episode 2 and I'm hooked! I also just got WILL the book for my birthday so I feel absolutely spoilt. This show is definitely making the top 2 of best things on air this year, and I don't think it'll be no. 2.

[@alynettegsu]

Loved it! I am pleasantly surprised! Opening scene on the throne I was like “Yes!”💃🏽

[@DJWOLFLIVE]

I love this show. One of the most original shows I’ve seen in years!!! Keep it coming!!!

[@Rwdogg21]

I kinda liked the people he used in the trailer, I wonder if they got a shot at any of the roles

[@smclean4130]

Let's go boy! I remember seeing the trailer on IG and new it was a hit

[@comptonclay6454]

Morgan Cooper greatness on the rise. Let's Gooo

[@jeni659]

He did his thing, the show is incredible!!!!!!

[@shawne2681]

This was so genius to do. Glad it came together like it did

[@NewYorkInYourCity]

KCs Own Morgan Cooper Salute💪🏿💪🏿🔥🔥

[@lydiamesfin2139]

at first I thought it was a new show with will and everybody from the original show. But when I saw it i was like wow that's so cool.

[@BEBEBULGER187]

THIS IS AMAZING & SOME OF THE REASON WILL SMITH IS MY FAVORITE -

[@vetwitdajays8069]

My new favorite show. Love this new take on it

[@peacock]

New ep dropping tomorrow!!

[@ladymalikah]

I remember when this came out. It was a great tailor!

[@tiffanyingram3444]

Re

[@deconstruct.with.raejene]

Love this show! Cant wait for Thursdays!

[@portiacue5320]

ALWAYS nice to see and know the journey!! Thank you all, Peacock 👏🏽

[@idriselbaswashcloth1904]

See, this whole pulling over and sitting down and writing down your ideas, this is the epitome of that! Prayer without works… he put in the work and honestly he protected his self with the use of social media. That’s the brilliance of it all.

[@beethesocialite1]

I have never been so proud! Reboots often let us down but this one doesn’t miss!!!

[@dalpowers]

I REMEMBER WHEN THE TRAILER CAME OUT!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾💯💯💯❤️

[@boriqualittymodcapt.3493]

I love the spin on this show......very interesting!!!!!

[@vanessavalencia3914]

I love the series!!! You came back Will

[@bsummers1386]

TWO SEASON ORDER!!! I’m so glad to hear this

[@Speedster9550]

Great show w/ a modern twist.

[@jean-pierrechapoteau1556]

Will is going to be Will's dad. Calling it...

[@Tokslaboss]

I am so glad he did it because it’s nothing like this sit come but yet it still have all the juiciness of the family of the friends the show is amazing.

[@francoisbessing]

You give us great hope in our journey towards greenlighting. Here we go!

[@ksjackson115]

So what happened to the original will from the bel-air trailer?

[@tiffanyingram3444]

Ikr I wanted him to be cast so bad

[@ghostk9789]

Nah he looked to old to be a high schooler lol

[@WALKERBYNITE]

Highly impressed great job great cast♥♥♥

[@prettyroqayya]

I never seen FPOB but this is very exciting and the production looks amazing can’t wait to see it all

[@Robby_C]

Go watch the original, it's a million times better.

[@531237774]

Watch it if you get a chance bc Bel Air is built from the exact same concepts but bc it's a sitcom it tackles then from an entirely different angle. It's a legendary show for a reason.

[@Robby_C]

@@531237774 I wouldn't say its the "exact same concept" but it is def legendary.

[@Kelz28]

Man this might be the best reboot ever low key

[@drawntofashionillustration9596]

The Frazer one was epic.

[@kyraspearman3699]

Makes me cry in joy. Love the new show!!

[@Vickymayy88]

I love that they kept the writer and creator off bel air and this is how you do a reboot it's amazing I love it 😁

[@mariquitalopez-engelman4534]

I used to run home from my school bus to catch new episodes of fresh prince 👑 now they have this new show and it’s pretty cool and a new alternative universe of how Will’s story could be told .

[@dr.strangelove.miguelaleja2825]

THE KING IS BEL AIR

[@UnknownFilipino]

I'm on episode 8 of Bel air and I gotta say...... I LOVE IT!!!

[@jaydiarae]

Thank you Morgan Cooper!

[@TheFabEmpire]

Literally the best reboot I’ve ever seen

[@ezy.doesit]

what a show, congratulations to everyone involved!

[@shelbymcdandan4431]

Bel-Air is the bomb!!!! Love!!!!!!!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@bunzy4350]

1st Cobra Kai now Bel Air, I'm a loving it!

[@dymechik721]

Loving the show. Great job!

[@will00241]

What makes it even better, Dude from the town Kansas City

[@sabeenie21]

Oh they got me! I finally signed up for Peacock for this show!!

[@ZenSage-xy4cf]

I like the pressure in tht scene. Genius. If thats the vibe i hope its successful

[@jamonthomas4636]

Congrats young king

[@keyshas2076]

Straight Genuine!!!! I'm happy 4 u

[@iriemo721]

I love it. Putting your ideas into action can be life changing!

[@moniquejohns7737]

Remarkably made 💯

[@babirsultan]

Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Go Morgan

[@ESimms]

I’m loving the series so far!

[@dejje7384]

Great concept I love it and I grew up on the original

[@Tangsters]

I grew up watching Fresh Prince, now hopefully I get to grow old watching Bel Air.

[@cheesecakebites6107]

“Step into the discomfort”

[@swaggerguru]

Great story. To all the creators, keep going!!!

[@MoeReeseWins]

I think this show is going to put the network Peacock on another level

[@xoxoprincessarmy]

Wow it is amazing how an idea can change your whole life. Glad they did this Bel Air is a must watch so excited for season 2🥰👏🏽👏🏽🎊

[@gottagotomoes5056]

And the show delivers!

[@leonelmercado7211]

First things first rest in peace uncle phil

[@trapcaviarstr8flexx305]

I love it ‼️I love it‼️ this is🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@R2TheArTisT]

Pure genius

[@BmoreAce24]

1:52 He looks so uncomfortable😂😂