Season 4
(1993)
Overview
Charming and cocky Will continues his reign as The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air in the fourth fast-paced season of this hit family comedy with heart. Will (Will Smith) and Carlton (Alfonso Ribeiro) are living large at college — even though they live in their family’s pool house. When they’re not hunting the honeys, like the superhot Jackie (Tyra Banks), the boys pledge a fraternity, where Will finds out that racism cuts both ways. At home, Will sneaks the dieting Philip (James Avery) some snacks, no…
Cast
as Will Smith
as Philip Banks
as Vivian Banks
as Carlton Banks
as Hilary Banks
as Ashley Banks
as Geoffrey Butler
Episodes
Where There's a Will, There's a Way (1) 7.5
September 20, 1993
Will and Carlton begin their first year of college by moving into their own apartment, while Philip and Vivian enjoy th…
Where There's a Will, There's a Way (2) 7.5
September 20, 1993
Will and Carlton begin their first year of college by moving into their own apartment, while Philip and Vivian enjoy th…
All Guts, No Glory 8.4
September 27, 1993
Registration day finds Will signing up for no-brainer classes, plus one that might truly challenge him - a philosophy c…
Father of the Year 7.6
October 4, 1993
Stuck with caring for Nicky for the day, Will soon discovers the benefits of baby-sitting: he's suddenly a big man on c…
It's Better to Have Loved and Lost It... 6.8
October 11, 1993
After Will's friends guys rib Carlton about being a virgin, Miss Right appears and sweeps Carlton off his feet. Elsewhe…
Will Goes a-Courtin' 8.1
October 18, 1993
When Phillip sues Will and Carlton for unpaid rent, two different versions of the dispute are aired - neither entirely …
Hex and the Single Guy 7.9
October 25, 1993
Will disses a seance - until the spiritualist zaps him with a hex that (uh-oh) seems to work.
Blood is Thicker Than Mud 7.9
November 1, 1993
A bro with dough? Carlton's upper-class upbringing may make him unwelcome at a black fraternity.
Fresh Prince After Dark 7.9
November 8, 1993
Will breaks a date with Jackie to accompany Hilary to a Playboy Mansion reception for weather reporters being photograp…
Home is Where the Heart Attack Is 8.4
November 15, 1993
Will sneaks greasy, high-fat foods to Philip after he promises to diet and exercise, then blames himself when Philip ha…
Take My Cousin... Please 7.6
November 22, 1993
On academic probation, Will schemes to improve his grades by fixing up a newly divorced English professor with Hilary, …
You've Got to Be a Football Hero 7.8
November 29, 1993
Will uses booze to prove his manliness while competing with a hulking football hero who wants to score points with Jack…
'Twas the Night Before Christening 7.9
December 20, 1993
Vivian promises god-motherhood of her child to both of her sisters, while Will hatches a harebrained scheme to get Boyz…
Sleepless in Bel-Air 8.0
January 3, 1994
Will pays for putting off studying for a midterm until the last minute, and Ashley pays for staying out late on her fir…
Who's the Boss 7.8
January 10, 1994
Carlton in charge. Will gets his feathers ruffled when his cousin becomes his boss at the Peacock Stop.
I Know Why the Caged Bird Screams 7.6
January 24, 1994
Bird is the word when Carlton, ULA's peacock mascot, is kidnapped by a rival school before the big game.
When You Hit Upon a Star 7.3
January 31, 1994
Will becomes a jet-setter while dating a pop star.
Stop Will! In the Name of Love 7.8
February 14, 1994
A Valentine's double date finds Will treating Ashley like a kid and Ashley demanding r-e-s-p-e-c-t.
You'd Better Shop Around 7.6
February 21, 1994
A car dealer hires Will, then persuades him to drop out of college.
The Ol' Ball and Chain 7.6
February 28, 1994
Jazz's bride has a couple of teensy character flaws: She's a convict. And she puts the moves on Will.
The Harder They Fall 7.6
March 14, 1994
Will finds himself stranded in a mountain forest with his new girlfriend's disagreeable father after they parachute out…
M is for the Many Things She Gave Me 7.3
April 25, 1994
It's double trouble for Will when Philip's old flame visits with her daughter, who's attracted to Will.
Mother's Day 7.1
May 2, 1994
Say, homie, could you do me a favor? Just-married Jazz makes a surprising request of Will.
Papa's Got a Brand-New Excuse 8.9
May 9, 1994
Ben Vereen plays Will's long-lost father, who breezes into town and promises Will the moon, which angers an unforgiving…
For Sale by Owner 7.6
May 16, 1994
A stranger makes a generous offer for the Banks estate, which prompts the family to reminisce about their good times th…
The Philadelphia Story 8.0
May 23, 1994
Will returns to the City of Brotherly Love and discovers he's the butt of old friends' jokes, prompting him to go into …