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[Phil] Previously on Bel-Air...

[man 1] Don't forget your Day Ones when you in Virginia

living that D1 college life!

-[Will] You little bitch! -[man 2] Get off me!

-[clamoring] -[gun fires]

-[siren blaring] -[grunts]

Your flight to LA leaves in 45 minutes.

[Vy] Stay in Bel-Air with your aunt and your uncle.

[Will] What's up, man?

If you wanna do well, just keep your head down and follow my lead.

I'm not about to change who I am to try to fit in.

[Kylo] If you leave,

all the content you've created in this house belongs to me

and you owe me a kill fee.

I think you should buy Kylo out of my influencer house.

I like it.

Start planning to take over at that house.

[Lisa] Tell me this isn't you, Will.

-How did you find that? -Why would you lie?

Why can't you just accept the fact that this is over?

Because I love you.

I need you to do me a favor.

[Will] Look into my pops.

I need you to see to it that Lou doesn't come near Will.

Why should you get to decide that?

Just do what I ask.

-Think about my son. -You work for me.

-Comprehensive report on your father. -[Will] I don't wanna know.

You've been more of a father to me than any man ever has.

I can't trust you anymore. You're fired.

[Will] My daddy's here.

Being with your mama was the worst mistake I ever made in my life.

Nigga, you better chill the fuck out talking about my mama like that.

-Hey, hey, hey! Hey, hey, hey! -What's that, you fucker?

Stop, Will!

-Please, don't go. -[Will] Man.

You lied and you let me think my dad abandoned me

and I can't trust none of y'all.

[Will] You told me that this city would try to make me forget who I am.

And you were right.

[hip-hop music]

-[horn honking] -[panting]

♪ Last time that I checked ♪

♪ I'm the street's voice out West ♪

♪ Legendary self-made progress ♪

♪ Last time that I checked ♪

♪ First you get the money, then respect ♪

♪ Then the power and the hoes come next ♪

♪ Last time that I checked ♪

[girl] Will!

-Yo, what's going on? -Hey, what's up?

-What up, G? -What's up, man?

-[woman 1] What's good, Will? -[man 3] Yo, watch your man.

[woman 2] Hey girl. What's up?

♪ End up in penthouses, end up in cars ♪

♪ It's how you start off a curb servin', End up a boss ♪

♪ It's how you win the whole thing And lift up a cigar ♪

♪ With sweat drippin' down your face ♪

-♪ 'Cause the mission was hard ♪ -♪ Last time that I checked ♪

He just needs space to process everything that happened.

Well, it's already been two weeks.

Baby, if Will says he needs more time, that's what we should give him.

Forcing him to move back into this house before he's ready

won't help any of us move past the ugliness with Lou.

And we know he's okay. He's texting and talking to everybody.

Well, except for Daddy.

Well, I'm glad he's at least confiding in all of you.

I'm sure he'll realize that we're his family and that...

this is where he belongs.

Hey, hey.

What up, D?

Good to see you, good to see you.

Let me get the, uh, catfish and cheese eggs special

with a veggie omelet.

Here's a little something extra.

[hip-hop music]

[indistinct chatter]

-Yo, JB, right on time. -And you know this.

-[Will] Yes, sir. -Time is money, my brother.

-All right. -Appreciate you.

When you gonna hook me up with your guy?

I already told you, Doc's a busy dude. He don't just meet with anyone.

All right, good, because I ain't just anyone.

Look, I'm serious about my future, and I ain't afraid to do the work.

You tell him that.

All right, I'll see what I can do.

-All right, that's what I'm talking about. -Word.

Stay safe out there, all right?

Okay, I'm gonna head out. Gotta beat traffic.

Mm-mm. Have a good day, baby. Drive safely.

-[Phil] Have a good day, son. -[Hilary sighs]

You know what? I think I'm gonna head out too.

I gotta celebrate my first day as manager of the Influencer House.

I am so impressed how you and Ivy just pulled this thing off.

I mean, when we found out Kylo was in debt and behind on his mortgage,

I made him an offer he couldn't refuse.

You mean, Ivy made him an offer he couldn't refuse.

I'm gonna let that slide because it's almost your birthday, but watch it.

Besides, I'm the one who's gonna be running the house.

-My honey bee's a boss now. -Period.

And my baby girl's gonna be a teenager.

Oh, so many RSVPs have been coming in.

Everyone's so excited for your birthday tomorrow.

[groans] Ash, Mom and Dad's friends give the best gifts.

When I was 13, I got a horse.

-Actually, what happened to him? -I don't want any gifts.

I mean, the party is already a lot.

-First of all, who are you? -[laughs]

Second of all, I planned something special,

so can you make an exception for your big sis?

Fine.

But can we at least tell people to donate to a cause I care about,

like Black Girls Rock?

Of course, baby. It's your party.

-Whatever you want, Ash. -[sighs]

Well then, what I really want is for Will to come home.

[somber music]

I miss him.

-[door closes] -[keys jingling]

[whistling]

[metal clanks]

[Will] Shit.

My bad, man, don't... don't let me interrupt.

No worries, man, I love loud noises in my prayers.

-Sorry, bro. -[Jazz] You know, I'm just thinking,

like, after two weeks,

I thought you'd have the timing a little bit better by now, you know?

Two weeks?

Damn, it's been that long?

Two weeks, three days, and six hours.

Look, man, I appreciate you letting me stay in, all right?

You know, block feels like home.

Yeah, you getting comfortable in these streets, though.

Coming home real late at night, 2:30 in the morning.

Oh, I got a curfew or something?

[snorts]

Bro, I'm just making sure you good, all right?

I'm fine, bro. Eat your food.

Because you are not yourself when you're hungry.

[Jazz] These smell good.

Mm. This omelet low-key better than my mama's.

[laughs] But don't you ever, ever repeat that.

Shit, that ain't touching my mama's cheese eggs, though.

That's all I know.

-[horn honking] -Oh, shit! Um...

Bro, uh, put that in the fridge for me, all right?

I'mma get it when I come back!

[hip-hop music playing]

-Yeah. -Yeah.

[laughs]

You know, uh...

You know, my parents are a little worried about you.

Tell them not to be.

I been out here, uh, you know, thriving.

-Yeah. -Yeah, yeah.

Matter of fact, this is for you, my brother.

Oh. Whoa, hey, what's...

-Yo, what is that for? -Just paying you back.

Okay, look, now I'm worried.

What the hell are you into, Will?

Look, not every dollar in my pocket has to come from Uncle Phil.

Now go buy yourself something nice.

Yeah, but you also can't live with Jazz forever either.

Shit, I got more options than you think.

Why... Why are you being so cryptic?

Look, it just means that all that shit that went down with Lou,

I don't need anybody trying to control my life.

[scoffs] Shit, I'm my own man now.

[theme music]

♪ It's like déjà vu, see it all the time ♪

♪ Oh, yeah ♪

♪ Yeah ♪

[Carlton] So all this talk about controlling your own life

and all this money...

[Will] Don't worry about me, I'm fine.

[Carlton] What are you not telling me?

I deserve to know what's going on, Will.

Where did that money come from?

Hooping.

Just a couple pickup games. No big deal.

I thought you left that street shit in Philly.

Look, if you need money, just ask.

No, man, I'm done taking handouts, all right?

I need to get back to who I used to be.

Oh, an almost felon with a gun charge?

Listen...

Okay.

I was being scouted to play basketball.

And when I came out here, all of that went quiet.

But I have a plan.

There's this big-time scout whose name is Doc,

he helps a lot of kids get to D1 schools and even to the pros.

Okay, so what, he's like a... like an agent?

Agent, manager, coach.

Look, I know it sounds sketchy but it's legit.

Okay, but he's gonna help you?

No, man, I... I gotta meet him first.

But, look, I've been balling with this kid named JB,

he's gonna make the introduction.

Okay, why don't you just let my dad help?

No, bro, this is my world. I gotta do this without him.

[sighs] Look, I know he's not perfect,

but don't forget how he stuck his neck out for you.

Come on, Will. We're still your family.

[soft music]

All right, my love.

Help.

-Which one? -[Viv] Mm.

Well, the silver does bring out your sexiness, but...

[sucks teeth]

...since you're going back into the office, go with the brown.

[smooches]

Good choice.

Can't believe you're going back so soon.

Well, baby, you know, I can't sit still for too long.

Plus, your man's ready to shake things up a little bit.

I know you wanna change the world, but maybe ease into things

before you start getting all militant.

I'm just following your lead. You excited for this big interview?

I mean, it's not that big.

Uh, a feature article in Fine Art Quarterly

dedicated to the brilliant Neeman Fellow, Vivian Banks?

That sounds pretty big to me.

I know that look.

What's wrong?

Well, I mean, it's hard to celebrate anything when...

Will's not home.

Vy's losing faith in us.

"Oh, and Ashley's party," you heard what she just said.

Well, I can't exactly go grab the boy by the back of the collar

and drag him through the front door.

No. But you could apologize.

Apologize for what?

I was right about Lou. Huh?

Nothing good came from Will meeting up with him.

At least he got to see the kind of man his father is.

-We were wrong not to tell him. -[sighs]

Will was doing great until Lou walked up in here.

This whole mess is his doing. Not ours.

[sighs]

♪ Uno, dos, tres... ♪

♪ Everyday I'm out to get it the hustle ♪

♪ I doubt you can mimic ♪

♪ Whole squad about the business ♪

♪ We can't have no doubts if you in it ♪

♪ Please nigga keep your distance, I don't give no clout to the critics... ♪

What's all that about?

-Thought that was your people? -[Carlton sighs]

Connor's still pissed that I broke his arm,

so he's turned the whole team against me.

Forget Connor. You don't need him.

I know. I'm just, you know, I work better in a dynamic duo, you know?

Who, me? [laughs]

You got jokes.

We could be like the kings of Bel-Air.

Plus, I hate to say it, but hanging out with you makes me kind of cool.

Oh, gotcha, so you wanna be cool by association.

Like, secondhand cool. Like, cool once removed.

I'm already regretting it.

No, I just think it's ironic that you need me to fit in at Bel-Air.

But, you know, I got you.

-Hey, Carlton. -Hey.

[soft playful music]

[Will chuckles]

And my first act as the Batman to your Robin,

is to tell you to get on that. She's feeling you, man.

No. Yazmin?

Yeah, I mean, I like her, she's cool, but, I don't know,

we just don't have any classes together.

Our paths don't really cross naturally.

That sounds like something I can fix.

What does that even mean?

So I'd like to use my Neeman Fellowship platform

to give young artists of color the access that I never had.

Can you say more about that?

The art world has been historically known as an elitist space,

but I wanna put Black artists at the center of the conversation.

Especially emerging talent.

Interesting, because according to Reed Broderick,

the focus for your fellowship will be big events with more established artists.

I mean, traditionally, yes.

But Reid knows that I think that focus is a little bit out of touch.

I wanna curate a show that features all new artists.

Okay, a whole new direction.

Yes, I wanna use this fellowship as an opportunity to change the game,

and I intend to do just that.

I love it.

[mid-tempo music]

-Hey, girl, hey. -Hey.

How's it going?

Good.

Um, you think we can find a second to talk about our situation?

I just don't like how we've been avoiding the whole issue between us.

Well, I've been trying to give you your space

since you're going through a lot...

but, um, yeah, an actual conversation would be cool.

Cool.

Uh...

Free tonight?

No. My dad has a campaign event.

[clicks tongue] I can't exactly be a plus one to that.

I'm going to Ashley's party tomorrow.

-We could talk there? -I'm not going.

Me and Uncle Phil ain't exactly on the best terms

and I don't wanna bring that vibe to her party.

Know what I mean?

Ay, yo, Will! Will, Will, check these out, bro.

Okay, I see you. The Georgetown sixes.

[Tyler] What's up, bro?

I guess we'll talk later.

-[sighs] -[Tyler] But I got them in blue, too?

Blue laces?

[mellow music]

♪ But it could be easy ♪

[Phanta] What's in this again?

[Ivy] Secret recipe.

But H2-Ivy contains all the nutrients and enzymes you need

to stay cleansed, fully hydrated, and a little tipsy.

Oh, it's got quite a kick.

Six more cases just arrived.

Congratulations, ya'll.

It will be the official drink of our new house.

Oh, I thought we were doing champagne, but, okay.

Grab a bottle. Let's take a selfie.

Labels out.

-[phone camera clicks] -All right.

[lighter clicks]

To a fresh start of our very own Content Creator house.

-Inhale the positive energy. -[both inhaling deeply]

Exhale the immature, toxic bullshit.

-[exhales deeply] -[men laughing]

Round four. Fight! [grunting]

[Nathan] What's up, ladies?

[Jared] Oh, yo, this look good, bruh!

-Thanks! -[Nathan] It sho' do!

What are the Blackass Brothers doing here?

I'm gonna go out on a limb

and say they don't know that they have been booted.

Why don't they know?

Uh. I fronted the capital and my name to buy this house.

Personnel is your department.

So I'm supposed to tell them they can't live here?

You wanted to manage the house, manage the house, Hil.

-Where are you going? -[Ivy] I got shit to do.

And I don't wanna be here when you break the news.

Firing people is awkward. Smooches.

♪ The grass gets greener On the other side... ♪

[door closes]

Ugh. It was awful, babe.

Two Black men doing the ugly cry at the same time.

I mean, what did you expect when you decided

to make it the "no men allowed" kind of house?

I expected Ivy and I to be a team.

Not her farming me out to do the dirty work.

Sometimes, to be the boss, you gotta do the dirty work.

Welcome to my world.

-[grunts] -I don't know, I don't feel like a boss.

I mean, she's making every decision.

And then on top of that,

the entire house is an advertisement for her H2-Ivy drink.

Well, look, that's why you gotta set the tone.

Because if you don't, she's gonna keep on walking and walking all over you.

You're right.

We're partners.

I'll talk to her about it at Ashley's party.

Speaking of, uh, Ashley's party, um...

I was kind of thinking that maybe we can pull up together?

Oh, no, no, no. It would just be way too obvious.

Well...

maybe it's time to be obvious.

I mean, we both gonna be there, so...

let's let the people know that, you know, we're kicking it.

[laughs]

Kicking it? Is that what we're doing?

I mean, I don't know. What you wanna call it?

-Nothing. -[chuckles]

I just feel like, I don't want everyone all in our business

and I don't wanna ruin a good thing by trying to label it too soon.

Okay. No, I get it, I get it.

But after the party, you can come over and we can "kick it."

[gasps] Oh, we can kick it?

♪ I just need you around me ♪

[Ms. Hughes] When thinking about your essay, ask yourselves,

what are three examples of first impressions?

-First impressions are... -[school bell rings]

All right, all right. Uh!

Don't forget to read and annotate chapters three and four by tomorrow.

Ashley, can I talk to you?

[Ashley] The Revolution Has Come.

I know how much you liked reading about The Black Panther Party.

This author, Robyn Spencer,

she talks more about the role Black women played in it.

-Nice. I can't wait to read it. -And you know I'll give you extra credit

if you write me a two-page summary on your thoughts.

Thanks, Ms. Hughes.

You know, I wish all of my teachers were like you.

And I wish more of my students had curious minds like yours.

I'll bring this back by next week.

I've been thinking about what you said about us being the dynamic duo

and like, you being, like, my sidekick slash henchman.

Uh, not exactly what I said, but go on.

But for it to work, you gotta follow my lead, all right?

-What do you mean? -[Yazmin] Let's move on to new business.

Yo, what's up? How's everybody doing?

Is this the Black Folk meeting?

Yes.

This is the Black Student Union meeting.

-Perfect. -Hey, what are you doing?

Look, you wanna level up,

and these are the people that I know how to navigate, okay?

And look who's the president.

-Hey, glad you could join us. -Yeah, yeah, yeah.

Actually, it was actually Carlton's idea. Right, Carlton?

Really? Because it's been a while since we've seen him here.

Yeah, well, it wasn't exactly welcoming last time was it, Drew?

Okay, let's stay on track.

Where were we at? Soul Food Potluck Fundraiser?

First of all, okay, sign-up sheet, uh,

because I can definitely put my foot in some baby back ribs.

[Drew] Yeah, hold on. "Not welcoming?"

Don't put that on us.

The only time you showed up

is when you were running for class president

and you needed our votes.

All we did was call you out on it, right?

And after you got elected, you never came back.

Take it easy.

Well, that's not true.

-[indistinct chatter] -[Will] Really?

Okay, look. Fine.

But you wanna know the real reason why I don't do BSU?

I don't think we should disrupt the flow. Right, Madame President?

Oh, no, please speak freely. Carlton, you have the floor.

Great.

Okay, look, I get that we need a safe space just for us.

And the work y'all do to uplift each other and the community is great.

But...

[sighs]

But, look, honestly...

you all do a lot of complaining, but no one even bothers to show up

for the Student Town halls or run for student government

in order to actually change things.

Look, our voices could...

really, really be heard on stuff that actually matters.

Or we can just sit here and bitch and moan

about why the cafeteria only serves fried chicken on MLK Day.

Okay, so, what I think, um, Carlton was trying to say

is that he would be up for some bigger ideas

if the group would be down for it.

-[students murmuring] -I know I would.

Yeah. So would I, actually.

We could afford to be less insular, shake things up.

And everyone's opinions are welcome here.

So, Carlton, keep coming to the meetings.

We'd love to hear more of your ideas.

[gentle music]

[Yazmin] Okay, so, next up, the reports of officers.

Dante, do you wanna start?

[James] It's great to have you back, Phil.

[Phil] And it feels good to be back, James.

-Like old times, huh? -[laughs]

Hey, man, I just wanted to say I'm sorry that your DA run didn't work out.

Oh, it wasn't all in vain. Not at all. Um...

Being out there, talking to people,

really listening, finding solutions,

you know, it really reminded me of why we started this firm.

Of course.

There's a lot more that we should be doing.

You know, our people are out there

being pushed out of their neighborhoods at record rates.

I think that we should be bringing in key community leaders

to benefit from our resources and expertise to support policy change for urban...

Whoa, whoa, whoa.

Okay, listen.

No one... No one expects you to jump right into the deep end that fast.

[chuckles softly] I want to. I'm ready.

-I'm back! -Yeah.

Yeah, I mean, no one expected that either.

Is that a problem?

Uh... Of course not.

-This is your firm. -Our firm.

Right, and everything you said sounds great.

I've gotta jump into a thing, but, yeah, let's get into this,

and welcome back, bro.

-Okay? -All right.

-[James] Good to see you. -You too.

[clears throat]

[pensive music]

[sighs]

[Mrs. Kwan] You know rules are rules, Ms. Hughes.

-I am tired of not being heard. -[Mrs. Kwan] I do hear you.

But this isn't the way.

-There's a process, Ms. Hughes. -Here we go with the process again.

Well, what about my...

[students chattering]

[mellow music]

[Geoffrey] Looking for me?

Yo. [laughs]

I see you still on your 007-ish, G.

[both laugh]

What's up?

Yeah, you a tough guy to get in contact with, you look good, man.

Been working out? Been in the gym?

The benefits of taking some time to focus on myself, you know?

We're in the same boat.

Both of us out here solo-dolo because of you know who.

Mm. Except one of us doesn't have to be.

No, I'm good.

Shit, I'm great.

Look, man.

My whole life...

was based on a lie.

And Uncle Phil is still standing by what he did.

Oh. You mean he's prideful, stubborn, and can't get out of his own way, yeah?

[scoffs]

[laughs]

I am nothing like that.

Shit, I'm better off on my own anyway.

Then why did you call me?

[clicks tongue] Because I needed some advice.

Look, I miss everyone. I do.

But after everything that went down with my...

Lou...

I can't go back to the way things were.

The whole thing just made me wanna be more independent.

Take control of my life, you feel me?

[clears throat]

It's not that simple, Will.

You still need money, a place to live...

I'm good with all that.

Look, I've been staying with my boy Jazz in South LA,

and I've been hooping for money from time to time when I need it.

I'm good.

Feels like Philly all over again.

No, it's nothing like that, G.

Look, I actually have a real plan this time.

Just wanna take care of myself.

Be a real man.

A real man doesn't avoid hard things, he faces what scares him.

South LA may feel like home,

but really, it's just another place to hide.

Your uncle loves you, Will.

Enough to fire me.

[pensive music]

Talk to him.

-[knocking on door] -[Viv] Phil...

look who's here.

Forgive my intrusion.

Oh, please, we're happy to see you.

Well, I'm sure you two have a lot to talk about, so...

Actually, I'd like to speak with both of you.

Uh, first off, I wanted to make sure that the birthday girl got this

and send my regards.

That's so sweet. But you're invited.

We're getting ready to leave soon.

We would all love to see you there.

Regrettably, I won't be able to attend.

Understood.

Will reached out to me yesterday.

Of course, he did.

Seems like he's reverting to some of his old ways.

Streetball hustling, stuff like that.

It's clear he's looking for direction.

The only thing that's clear

is that he doesn't wanna talk to me or come home.

Look, I don't wanna overstep again, but I thought you should know...

he sees the streets as a safe haven now.

But I think the sooner you get him back home, the better.

And one last thing...

I let my personal sensitivities about my own son

cloud my judgment with Will...

and my actions were unacceptable.

But what's going on here, this situation...

it was never my intention to do harm.

[clicks tongue]

We appreciate the update on Will, Geoffrey.

I guess I'll walk you to the door then.

Mm-mm.

[somber music]

[sighs]

♪ Walk it out with my... ♪

Yo, so you not about to get ready for Ashley's party?

I'm good. I already know what I'm going to wear.

And unlike you, I don't use none of that starch on my clothes.

[laughs]

No, all jokes aside, man, I'm really glad you decided to go.

And you can finally square things up with your uncle.

If I didn't know any better, I'd think you were trying to get rid of me.

-Get rid of you? Why would I do that? -[both chuckle]

I mean, you know, I wouldn't mind having my, my couch back, you know?

My bathroom...

my damn socks, you got my damn socks on!

-On the table too. -Hold on, these are your socks?

Yeah, those are my socks.

-You know those are my socks... -You lying.

[both laugh]

Hey, seriously, man, I just...

I don't like to see you beef with your family, you know?

Shit, man, I don't even know what I'm gonna say to my uncle.

He can't even admit he was wrong.

You know?

But...

I can't keep avoiding him, so...

I guess if he's ready, so am I.

All right, good. Because you know they love you,

and apparently, everybody's counting on your ass to be there.

And I promised Hilary you would not be late, so don't even play.

Oh, y'all still going strong?

-Strong in secret. -[Will] Mm.

Apparently, she not ready to commit or something like that, man. I don't...

I wouldn't think too much into that, bro.

-I'm good, bro. -[Will chuckles]

I'm good, I'm gonna be all right.

You sure?

Your boy Jazz is keeping his options wide open.

-[laughs] -[phone buzzing]

Shit.

Yo, JB, what's up, brother? I been hitting you up all day.

What's the word from Doc?

So here's the deal.

Doc's got a big exhibition game popping off in Venice.

[JB] Now, it ain't no guarantees, but you got a shot to holler at him.

Some of the best hoopers would be there.

Shit. Then I'll be there too.

-When is it? -An hour.

-Don't fuck it up. -Shit.

[Jazz] "Shit" is an understatement.

Ain't no way in hell you about to go to the game and make the party.

You know I can make both work.

This won't take me long.

Good. Because we got under 40 minutes.

Just gonna get in his ear and make an impression.

-In under 40 minutes. -[huffs]

[hip-hop music]

Yo, that's him right there.

The guy in the red.

Hey, man, good luck.

[both] Pssh.

[exhales deeply]

Excuse me, Doc?

Can I help you with something?

Yeah, I'm Will Smith. I just wanted to introduce myself.

I used to hoop in Philly.

I was being scouted by VCU, Nova, Seton Hall...

Yeah, okay. [chuckles]

Next game's about to start. We can chop it up after.

Right, that's the thing. I'm just... [chuckles]

Respectfully, I'm kind of in a rush.

Respectfully, I ain't on your clock, kid.

-[Doc] Yo, let's go, man. Ball up. -[whistle blows]

-[Tammi Mac] Alright, let's do this! -[sighs]

But if you ain't top-tier,

stay on the sidelines.

Real hoopers only 'round here, okay?

So, I see we got some new blood ready to earn their stripes!

-I dunno, let's see whatchu got, though! -[dog growling]

-Betta make it worth our while... -[growling continues]

[barks]

[Jackie] Don't be scared.

He's friendly.

[scoffs] Friendly?

What's his name? Monster? Killer?

-Fluffy. Mm-hm. -Fluffy.

I'm Will.

Okay.

So I can know your dog's name, but I can't know yours?

I don't know if I like you like that yet.

-Oh, really? -Mm-hm.

Okay, all right.

[Jackie] I saw you trying to talk to Doc.

Oh, you saw that?

-You want a little advice? -Mm?

If you're trying to make a good impression,

don't just talk a good game.

Play one.

Thanks.

[Tammi Mac] How y'all feeling? Y'all ready?

'Cause it's winner go home 'round here, you feel me?

[murmuring]

...wait till you see the big surprise later.

Oh, you're gonna love it! [gasps]

Oh, I'm so happy you could come! Oh, you look so beautiful!

-Thank you for inviting me. -Oh, come on now, you're family.

So have you had a chance to talk to Will?

Not really.

[hip-hop music]

-[crowd cheering] -[Tammi Mac] And that's the game.

All right. Up next.

We got an open slot. One-on-one against Big Dre.

[crowd] Ooh.

Whoa, whoa, whoa, no challengers?

Yeah! I want that smoke. What's up with it?

Oh, all right, we got somebody with heart.

-Yeah. What's your name, young man? -I'm, uh, the Will Smith.

Remember that.

-Big talk. -Yes, ma'am.

Let's see what you got.

So who's Big Dre?

[Tammi Mac chuckling]

-Big Dre! -[crowd cheering]

[Tammi Mac] Here we go.

Game to seven, win by two.

-Let's do it. -Let's rock!

[crowd cheering]

What the hell is he doing?

[whistle blows]

[hip-hop music]

[crowd cheering]

[man 4] Yeah.

[grunts]

All right.

[grunts]

[Will] Get out of here!

[crowd gasping]

-All right! -With all that talk, let's go!

[man 5] Oh, yeah!

[crowd cheering]

[Big Dre] A'ight!

I'm 'bout to lock all this up! I'm 'bout to lock this shit up.

[crowd cheering]

[crowd] Ooh!

-[applause] -That's one.

[barks]

[crowd] Ooh!

[crowd cheering]

[crowd gasping]

Let's go!

[crowd cheering]

[crowd] Ooh!

[crowd cheering]

Come on, now.

[hip-hop music]

[crowd cheering]

-Big Dre, who? Ah! -Okay.

Whoo! Remember his name!

-So, did I get your attention now or what? -[Doc] Sure.

-But I already know who you are. -You do?

Checked your stats.

In Philly, you was averaging 25 points a game.

You're only averaging 17 at Bel-Air.

Probably sharing the court with a bunch of kids

who only get playing time because their daddy's name is on the gym.

I just need someone like you to help get me back to that level.

-[Will panting] -You got heart...

but I'm not taking on any new clients right now.

[Tammi Mac] ...showed up and showed out, didn't he?

-Who wants that smoke? -[horn honking]

-Hey, come on! -Shit!

-Good job out there. -Not good enough.

By the way...

my name is Jackie.

Nice to meet you, Jackie.

I know.

-[chuckles] -[horn honking]

I gotta go. See you, Fluffy. [groans]

[upbeat music]

Get dressed and buckle up, fool.

[wheels screeching]

No luck.

-We can't wait much longer. -He told me he'd be here. Just...

Listen, let's just give him five more minutes.

Alright.

[Jazz] Hold on, hold on, hold on!

Yo, yo, yo, watch out, watch out!

-Watch out! -[Jazz] Hold on, hold on!

-[horn wailing] -Bro, you crazy?

[Jazz laughing]

[phone camera clicking]

Ivy.

When I said you could bring a couple products,

I didn't know that meant setting up a whole ass mall kiosk.

Just gotta get it in front of people, and it sells itself.

Listen, Ivy, we need to talk about our partnership.

Okay? This can't just be you telling me what to do.

We're supposed to be equals in this.

Yeah. Equals.

Of course. You're a boss, Hilary.

I'm just trying to bring it out.

-[guests giggling] -[Will] Hey, we're here!

There he is! He's here!

[both pant]

-Hurry up! -Hurry up!

[Jazz] I'm creasin' my Forces!

[Hilary] I told you guys three o'clock, we're about to leave!

[Ashley] Hurry!

[Will] We're here! We're here, hold the boat!

-Hold the boat! -[Jazz] Hold the boat!

[all cheering]

[Jazz] I ain't doin' this again!

Isn't that your cousin's friend I met at your mom's art show?

Who, Jazz? Yeah.

-Is he single? -No.

I mean, I... I don't know.

It's kind of unclear.

Then I guess I'll just have to get my own answers then.

Okay. See you.

[upbeat music]

-Will! -Oh!

-[laughs] -I'm so glad you came.

I couldn't miss getting one last look at 12-year-old Ashley.

[both laugh]

Oh, this is for you.

I hope you like it.

I know it ain't a lot, but... [chuckles]

So when I turned 13, my mom gave me a sketchpad

and it helped me express myself.

So I know you're into poetry and all that,

so I can't wait to see what you create, cuz.

Thank you, Will. It's perfect.

[chuckles]

All right, go have fun!

What does your favorite aunt have to do to get a hug around here?

-What's up? -Oh, I'm so happy to see you, Will.

Oh, the house just isn't the same without you.

Thanks.

Look, I really appreciate you calling me every other hour.

-[laughs] -Oh. Will, I miss you.

We all do.

[Phil's chatter]

-[Will] You sure about that? -I know he would love to talk to you.

Look, I'm just gonna be here for Ash and not the drama, all right?

[overlapping chatter]

♪ Sit me center stage And watch me do my thing ♪

♪ Like don't stop, get it, get it Ooh, ooh, hit it, hit it ♪

♪ Look back, swirl, twist it ♪

-♪ I can freak you 'til the mornin' ♪ -♪ Yeah ♪

-♪ Get on top and ride on it ♪ -♪ Ride, ride, ride ♪

♪ Eighty ways, I'll keep you comin'... ♪

-[Will] What up, cuz? -Cousin!

-Glad to see you made it. Barely. -Yeah.

-How you doing? -I'm all right.

You know, being surrounded by all this water

makes me a little nervous, but I'm glad I came.

Yeah.

So who you mad at? Jazz or Ivy?

Because you look like you about to stab someone.

-I am not mad at anyone. Do I look mad? -Just a little salty.

[both chuckle]

No. Me and Jazz are cool. No jealousy, no drama.

If you say so.

Because, Hilary, he talks about you all the time.

-He does? -Yes.

He's into you.

Just don't break my boy's heart, all right?

-Will, shut up. Okay? -All right.

Just let grown folks handle grown folks' business.

My name bent it, I ain't in it.

[smooth hip-hop music]

Hey, uh, Mom's trying to start a Soul Train Line,

and I think you're the only one that can stop her.

There's no stopping that.

[clicks tongue]

Is everything okay?

Yeah.

Yeah, I just needed a little quiet time.

Oh, good, because I thought you were over here trying to hide from Will.

I'm not hiding.

Tonight isn't about me and Will...

It's about Ashley.

Tonight's about celebrating as a family.

And it meant enough to Will for him to show up

despite everything going on between you two.

[smooth hip-hop music]

[Phil] You up for talking?

I really got nothing to say.

Okay.

You up for listening?

[Phil] If you remember, Will, when you first came to live with us,

I told you a real man makes choices he has to live with.

Great, so this is just another lecture

about the poor decisions that I've been making?

No.

No, it's about me owning up to mine.

I've been thinking about why I can't apologize...

even though, apparently, everyone wants me to.

I just don't regret wanting to protect you, Will...

wanting to keep Lou from hurting you.

I mean, to be honest, I don't really know Lou.

So the fact that he turned out to be a bum doesn't surprise me.

But that my mom, Aunt Viv, and you lied to me my whole life?

[sentimental music]

That's what hurt.

You put your trust in me and I let you down.

And for that, I owe you an overdue apology, Will.

I'm sorry.

Thank you.

I know you've been trying to find your own way in South LA.

It hasn't gone exactly how I planned it.

Well...

I'm still here for you and your dreams, so...

if you're ready to come home...

I promise that we can figure it all out together.

I love you, Will.

I love you too, Uncle Phil.

[upbeat music]

[Hilary] All right, Ashley, time for the big surprise.

All right, you guys, can I have everyone's attention, please?

As you know, the beautiful Miss Ashley is the last of the Banks'

to be celebrating the grand tradition of turning 13.

[crowd cheering]

And what better way to celebrate

than with a woman who knows everything about being untraditional.

Ladies and gentlemen, my friend, the popping, Saweetie!

That's right.

Happy birthday!

Girl, Hilary told me you're a big fan, but I'm a bigger fan of you.

And I just wanna say,

[all] ♪ Happy birthday to you ♪

♪ Happy birthday to you ♪

-♪ Happy birthday, dear Ashley ♪ -♪ Happy birthday, dear Ashley ♪

I know that's right.

-[laughter] -♪ Happy birthday to you! ♪

[all cheering]

Make a wish, Ashley, make a wish.

It already came true.

Oh. Come on, I'll help you.

[all cheering]

All right, y'all, let's get this party popping!

[crowd] Yeah!

[hip-hop music]

You know, I meant it when I said I loved you.

Will.

But, Lisa, ever since I moved to Bel-Air, everything's been going so fast, and I...

[Lisa exhales deeply]

I just jumped in without thinking.

And that includes us?

Lisa...

Look, I know I hurt you when I lied, and I'm sorry.

I'm sorry.

But...

you know, your pops has never liked me from the jump.

I'm just some kid from Philly who's never gonna be enough for his daughter.

Since when do you care what he thinks?

Since I'm done hiding and apologizing for who I am.

I'm trying to figure out a lot...

and I don't wanna bring you in any more drama.

So, what are you saying, Will?

I'm saying...

that if it's meant to be...

then it will be.

But for now...

I think we need to take a break.

I'm sorry.

[gentle music]

[sighs]

I love you too.

-[Ashley giggling] -[Phil] Yeah.

-Okay, okay. -[Carlton laughs]

Move!

I thought Ashley said no presents this year.

Yeah, I did. Repeatedly.

We'll get the rest out of the car tomorrow.

Tonight was so much fun.

I may just wanna turn 13 again next year.

Hey, I turn 35 every year.

-Thirty-five? -Now, son...

I mean, I see no lies. Wouldn't...

[both laugh]

-You know, it really was a fun night. -Oh, it was so much fun.

Think I'm gonna need you to carry me upstairs now.

Oh, I was about to ask you the same thing.

Ooh.

[Will] You know, y'all should really start locking the door,

because anybody can just walk up in here.

I hope those bags mean what I think they mean.

They do.

-I'm ready to come home. -[Viv squeals]

-Welcome back! -[Will laughs]

It's good to have you back, nephew.

Glad to be back.

Well, let me help you with the bags.

-Oh, please! -Yes, come on.

-I got the rest. It's cool, it's cool. -All right.

-Yeah, this is me right here, man. -Okay.

[Ivy giggling]

Appreciate the help, Jazz.

-Such a gentleman. -[Hilary] Uh-huh.

-Isn't he? -No problem, ladies.

Girl, your family knows how to throw a party.

Okay? And I didn't know you knew Saweetie.

Yeah, we connected when her cooking videos went viral.

Ayo, and she is dope as hell.

Look, check out this picture we took.

Oh, shit, Jazz. She's holding my bottle.

This is just the promo I need for my IG!

You did this for me?

No, actually, she was just thirsty so I handed her a bottle, you know?

You're the best!

[gasps] All right. Ivy, I can't do this anymore.

Jazz isn't single, okay? We're dating.

-We are? -You are? Why didn't you say so?

[sighs] Because...

I was sleeping on a good thing

when it was staring at me the whole damn time.

Jazz, I'm feeling you.

And I know you're feeling me too.

I want you to be my man.

Hell, yeah.

Okay, awkward. [chuckles]

But I'm gonna let it go because y'all are actually kind of cute together.

Hey, you're still working. I thought you'd be in bed by now.

My magazine article just posted. [sighs]

Already? That's great.

Not really, look at this.

"What's old is new again, thanks to Reid Broderick and his talent

for rediscovering yet another forgotten artist."

This entire thing makes me into some sidepiece to his genius.

What happened to all your quotes about helping new artists?

Not even mentioned.

It's all about Reid and his vision. Which isn't mine.

This is your fellowship.

He doesn't get to control what you do with it.

Right?

-Do I need to remind him of that? -[sighs]

No, thanks, love, I got this one.

But you better believe his ass will be hearing from me.

[Carlton laughing]

Woo! Back home where you belong.

You know, it's gonna be just like the good old days.

You mean back when you wanted to put me on the first flight back to Philly?

-Like those good old days? -[Carlton] Hey, it's a fresh start.

I don't know, I just feel like I'm in a really, really good place right now.

Maybe you pushing me out of my comfort zone

is exactly what I needed.

-You're welcome. -[chuckles]

You can show your gratitude by helping a brother unpack.

Ah. Ooh. Look at the time.

-It's just so... I'm so sleepy. -[Will] Wow!

Really, come on. I thought we was family.

-[Carlton] Good night, Will. -[chuckles]

[sighs]

[grunts]

[phone buzzing]

Yo, who this?

Yo, Will. It's Doc.

Yo, wha... what's up?

You impressed me today, kid.

Like I said, your stats ain't great,

but I'm down to check out your next game.

Wait, for real?

I wanna see that West Philly show up, not Bel-Air.

-Oh, hell, yeah, I'mma bring it! -[Doc] Cool.

Lock in my number. I'll be in touch.

Okay, bet.

Hey, Doc. I appreciate you man, thanks.

[chuckles]

Yes.

Glad you decided to give him a second look.

I like him.

Even though he's not my typical kind of kid.

And...

first impressions ain't always what they seem.

[chuckles]

Guess not.

-[JB laughs] -Man.

[closing theme music]