: Although Will is 17 in the show, Will Smith was actually 21-22 years old during the filming and airing of the pilot.
: Will’s no-nonsense but nurturing aunt who tries to keep the peace. [S1E1] The Fresh Prince Project
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. : Although Will is 17 in the show,
: A fictionalized version of himself, a 17-year-old from Philadelphia sent away after a basketball court fight. : A fictionalized version of himself, a 17-year-old
: The tension between Will and Uncle Phil begins to thaw during a quiet moment at the end of the episode. After a heated argument about respect and culture, Philip overhears Will playing a sophisticated rendition of Beethoven's "Für Elise" on the piano, fundamentally shifting his perception of his nephew's potential. Key Character Introductions