Will Smith [1]'s career spans decades, from his classic stint and dope-ass dancing [2] on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air [3] all the way to his bad-to-the-bone attitude in this year's Suicide Squad [4]. How could you not want to channel this Hollywood legend on Halloween [5]? To give you a head-start on your costume, we've plucked a handful of his well-known roles.
Jay From Men in Black
- What to wear: A black suit with black sunglasses. Carry some sort of futuristic-looking gun, and consider making your own memory-wiping device.
- How to act: You're a badass, but you're still learning the ropes.
Captain James West From Wild Wild West
- What to wear: A classy, old-fashioned three-piece suit, small, lightly tinted sunglasses, and a black top hat with a curved brim. Carry a gun.
- How to act: Like you run things on this side of town, and everyone better stay our of your way.
Mike Lowrey From Bad Boys
- What to wear: A black police uniform, complete with a bulletproof vest. Add other accouterments like guns and sunglasses.
- How to act: You might be a policeman, but you're willing to bend the rules if it means you get the job done.
John Hancock From Hancock
- What to wear: A beanie, a vest, baggy pants, and a graphic t-shirt. Add reflective goggles if you feel inclined.
- How to act: Hancock is usually kind of a drunk mess, so you have free license to go as hard as you want. Oh, and show off some of those superpowers.
Deadshot From Suicide Squad
- What to wear: Deadshot is basically DC Comics's version of Deadpool. Aside from your shooting gear, you'll need a red Under Armour shirt, black pants, and matching boots. You should also consider getting a bald cap.
- How to act: You're one sharp shooter with a strong hatred for anything Batman-related.
Alex "Hitch" Hitchens From Hitch
- What to wear: You can opt for a regular suit, but Hitch is also pretty recognizable in his green polo.
- How to act: You're a dating coach, so go around dishing out your sagest romantic wisdom.
Bagger Vance From The Legend of Bagger Vance
- What to wear: A gray wool suit, knitted vest, and a shirt and tie. Top it off with a fedora and a golf club.
- How to act: You're just trying to inspire everyone to be the best version of themselves.
Dr. Robert Neville From I Am Legend
- What to wear: A black jacket, a gray t-shirt, black pants, and black boots. Carry a fake semiautomatic weapon. Bring a dog companion for added effect.
- How to act: You're the last man on earth, and you're so, so lonely. Also, you're trying to avoid the crazy vampire creatures that have overrun the earth.
William "Will" Smith From The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
- What to wear: Lots of bright colors and patterns. The more, the merrier. Don't forget the neon sideways hat, the fresh kicks, and the wicked jewelry.
- How to act: You're young, precocious, optimistic, and trying to figure everything out. Break out some iconic dance moves and offer liberal high fives — you got this.