As has been the case for many years now, streaming services dominate the field of television in terms of new releases every upcoming month, with a definite push from Apple TV+ in terms of original content. While HBO’s “The Last of Us” will continue to dominate the discourse, there are still plenty of new and returning series likely to start conversations of their own. With a decent mix of premieres along with series entering their final seasons and some of the big hitters coming back in March (“Succession” and “Yellowjackets,” to name just two,) February is poised for a lot of catch-up and new discoveries, with shows such as “Hello Tomorrow!

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Of Peacock‘s several reimaginings of old TV series, few hold the intrigue of “Bel-Air,” a contemporary revamp of the ’90s sitcom “The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air.” Some critics didn’t take to the show replacing the original’s comedic tone with more serious realism. But others saw the new take on an old favorite as a refreshing homage that could chart new territory.

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Now “Bel-Air” returns for its second season, ready to prove it has an identity all its own.

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It’s been over thirty years since “The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air” first aired on NBC and made rapper Will Smith an acting star overnight. Now, Smith returns to the story that launched his career, although this time, as an executive producer.  

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That’s right, “Bel-Air” is a new take on a young man’s journey from West Philadelphia to Los Angeles, updated for a new generation.

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What better way to show how “Bel-Air” differs from its inspiration, “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” than by showing a completely different take on the iconic theme song? 

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As seen in the new teaser for “Bel-Air,” the new drama series coming to Peacock next year, we hear a spoken-word version of the rap song performed as the theme for ‘Fresh Prince.’ The spoken-word aspect shows just how “Bel-Air” is a dramatic retelling of the story of a young boy from Philadelphia sent to California to live with his wealthy Uncle. 

“Bel-Air” stars Jabari Banks, Adrian Holmes, Cassandra Freeman, Olly Sholotan, Coco Jones, Akira Akbar, Jimmy Akingbola, Jordan L.

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Morgan Cooper is a name that you might not know right now, but you really should. Especially if you’re someone that hopes to one day make a name for yourself in the film and TV industry. Why do you need to know about Morgan Cooper? Well, because this is a person that went out and made a short film that reimagined “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” as a gritty drama, went viral, and caught the attention of Will Smith.

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