Will Smith to make a comedy special for Netflix. The streaming service announced this on Wednesday.
In the hour-long special, hosted by Smith and in which he also appears, the actor and comedian receives several celebrity guests. The show, which also includes music and sketches, can be seen worldwide via Netflix later this year.
Smith, 52, is also currently developing a reboot of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air . The actor, who broke through internationally thanks to his role in the comedy series from the 1990s, is working with producer Morgan Cooper on a new version. Streaming service Peacock has already ordered two seasons of Bel-Air .
Will Smith will host and star in a variety comedy special (his first-ever!) for Netflix.
— Netflix (@netflix) June 16, 2021
Launching later this year, the hour-long special will include celebrity guests, noteworthy conversation, comedic sketches, musical performances, and more. pic.twitter.com/n0zGB58OEE