Will Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff’s journey to hip-hop stardom is getting the scripted series treatment.

Titled ‘215,’ the upcoming project will chronicle the duo’s early days in Philadelphia and their rise as one of rap’s first crossover acts.

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The series will follow a quick-witted teenage rapper, his DJ partner, and the friends who helped them chase record deals and success as the city’s hip-hop scene takes off.

The project marks the first collaboration between Smith’s Westbrook Studios and The Malar Group, which are teaming up on a slate of film and television productions.

Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff, who found major success with hits including ‘Parents Just Don’t Understand‘ and ‘Summertime,’ previously inspired the hit sitcom ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.’

‘215’ adds to Smith’s growing slate of projects inspired by his life and career.

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