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Name: Martin
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1992-08-27
Cast: Tisha CampbellCarl Anthony Payne IIThomas Mikal FordTichina ArnoldJon Gries

TV-PG
1992
5 Seasons
7.5 (10,097)

Martin is a popular American sitcom that aired on FOX between 1992 and 1997. The show centers around Martin Payne, played by comedian and actor, Martin Lawrence, a charismatic DJ with a big personality whose wisecracking demeanor often causes him trouble with his girlfriend, Gina, played by Tisha Campbell. The series is set in Detroit, Michigan, and features a range of supporting characters, including Martin's best friend, Tommy, played by Thomas Mikal Ford, and his other close friends, Cole Brown, played by Carl Anthony Payne II, and Pam James, played by Tichina Arnold. The show also features notable guest appearances by a range of iconic celebrities, including Christopher "Kid" Reid from Kid 'n Play and legendary rapper, Snoop Dogg. With its catchy theme song, witty humor, and memorable characters, Martin quickly became a fan favorite during its run on FOX. The show is known for its hilarious physical comedy, including Martin's iconic alter ego, Sheneneh Jenkins, an over-the-top character that Martin often embodied for laughs. The show also tackled a range of social issues, including gender roles, racism, and relationships. Martin and Gina's romantic relationship was often a source of entertainment and drama for viewers, and the show's exploration of the ups and downs of their partnership struck a chord with many fans. Another standout aspect of the show is its strong supporting cast. Tommy's dry wit and deadpan delivery provide a counterbalance to Martin's zaniness, while Cole's well-meaning but often clueless nature is always good for a laugh. Pam's sharp tongue and quick wit make her a fan favorite, and the chemistry between the four characters is one of the show's greatest strengths. Overall, Martin is a classic sitcom that has stood the test of time. Its combination of humor, heart, and social commentary make it a must-watch for fans of classic television. For those who missed its initial run on FOX or want to revisit the show, Watch Martin Online is a great way to catch up on all the laughs and drama. With its beloved characters and hilarious moments, it's no surprise that Martin remains a fan favorite after all these years. Watch Martin Online and see for yourself why this show has left such a lasting impact on audiences.

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24. California, Here We Come (2)

May 1, 1997

Martin and Gina must say good-bye to Detroit and all their friends including Tommy, Pam and Cole. New job offers in Los Angeles for both Martin and Gina, prompt them to move. As they prepare, they gather the gang and recall past good times.

23. California, Here We Come (1)

May 1, 1997

Martin's talk show is picked up by the network, and is slated to air to a nation-wide audience. The only problem is that if Martin wants the show, he must move to L.A. where the show will be taped. Gina, who also has news of a new job offer prepares to break the news to Martin and the gang.

22. One Flew over the Hoochie's Nest

April 24, 1997

Pam's twin cousin Tammy escapes from a mental ward and comes to stay at Pam's house, but everyone mistakes her for Pam.

21. Goin' for Mine

April 17, 1997

Pam becomes upset over the fact that she has been recently fired from her former job. Tommy, Cole and Martin stop by Pam's apartment along with their high school buddy Trey Foster who happens to work at a record company called Keep It Real Records as an successful A&R. Trey tells Pam of a job opening for an A&R position. Pam, who has a passion for music, decides to visit Keep It Real Records. While there, she meets Donna, the sassy receptionist, Clyde, the messenger, and Tony the creative director who tries to flirt with Pam. Trey shows up late for work and receives a message from Donna that their boss, CEO Sterling Sweets, wants to see him as soon as possible. Sweets urges Trey to locate new talent or Trey will have to search for new employment. Pam tells Trey that she may be able to help him if he can get her the A&R position. He agrees. Dante, Pam's typist/assistant from work, brings her the rest of her belongings from her old office. Dante begins to play the piano and sings. Pam be

20. Stake-Out

April 10, 1997

The police want to use Pam's apartment for a stake-out, to keep surveillance on a suspect named Dynamite Willie. Martin comes up with an idea to capture the suspect himself, and cash in on the $100,000 reward.

19. Daddy Dearest

April 3, 1997

Tommy's ex-marine father, Sgt. Strawn, shows up and tries to make his son a man by showing him up in front of his friends.

18. Auction

March 20, 1997

Martin gives his cuckoo clock to Pam, who finds that it makes too much noise, and donates it to a charity auction. Later, Martin & Tommy realize that the clock he gave away might be a very valuable antique, and worth a lot of money. They then begin to come up with ways to get the clock back.

17. I, Martin, Take Thee Pam?

March 6, 1997

Martin takes Pam back to Jamaica where he married Gina when he learns that his marriage to Gina is invalid and that he's actually married to Pam.

16. Power to the People's Court

February 20, 1997

Tommy decides to act as his own legal representative after Sheneneh sues him for hitting her car.

15. Goin' Overboard (2)

February 13, 1997

Martin and the gang are on a cruise ship with The Love Boat characters. Martin is doomed to finish the trip without Gina, who missed the boat, and is stalked by a suicidal temptress. Tommy thinks that Pam is suddenly interested in Cole, after finding them in bed together.

14. Goin' Overboard (1)

February 13, 1997

Martin and the gang go on a cruise, which Gina accidentally misses. He later meets a beautiful woman named Ellen who he believes is contemplating suicide. But after a talk with Martin, decides not to kill herself, and begins to develop a romantic interest in him. Tommy and Pam try to just be friends, but their friendship is tested after Tommy meets another beautiful woman. Later that night, stowaway Cole accompanies Pam to the bar, where they begin to drink heavily. The next day Pam wakes up in bed next to Cole and believes that they have slept together. Meanwhile, Martin is awakened by a knock on the door, and finds a half dressed Ellen has come to his stateroom to pay him a visit.

13. Ain't That About a Ditch

January 30, 1997

Even though Gina's out of town on business, her mom comes to town for a weekend visit, and wants to spend all her time with Martin, playing boardgames and just getting to know him better. But Martin has plans to hang out with Tommy and Cole at a new club that just opened up. Somehow he has to figure a way to get away from Gina's mom, so he can go out and have a good time.

12. You Play Too Much

January 23, 1997

Martin helps a burglar rob his apartment, because he thinks its part of a scheme Pam put together, to get back at him for all his pranks. It's only after he's been robbed, that he realizes the awful truth.

11. Waiting, Debating and Ovulating

January 9, 1997

Martin and Gina are planning to have a baby. They plan to have a lunch-time rendezvous to get things going. But a trip to the courthouse with Cole, leads to them finding out that Martin has been ignoring jury duty since 1982. Now, forced to perform his civic duty as a juror, Martin presses for a quick verdict, so he can get home to his ovulating wife.

10. Scrooge

December 19, 1996

Ghosts bring Martin holiday spirit.

9. Come on over to My Place

December 5, 1996

Cole attempts to entertain a girl at his Mom's house. But Mom shows up and ruins everything. Cole gets his own apartment. But it turns out to be a real dive. Cole and Shanise are happy anyway.

8. Snow White

November 21, 1996

When Tommy invites the gang for a ski vacation, they are all in for the ride of their lives. Cole's date Shanise is one ski short of a set; Pam's date Tahiem is one cold headache; and Tommy's date Aquannetta is one big surprise, as she is a white woman. After Martin discovers Tommy has a special announcement to make, he believes that Tommy is going to pop the question. Martin tells the gang and they decipher a plan to put an end to Tommy's engagement to the snow bunny. But after Martin causes everything to snowball, he realizes that the joke is on him.

7. The Life You Save...Might Make You Rich

November 14, 1996

While attending a dinner party at an exclusive restaurant, Martin saves the life of an African prince. The prince rewards Martin with lavish gifts and offers him a large sum of money for Gina's services. Martin agrees to the offer thinking that they will be able to use this royal money for their own little palace. All is well in the Payne kingdom until Martin realizes the Prince wants Gina to be his Princess.

6. Banging Hard in the School Yard

November 7, 1996

When Martin announces on his talk show that any man can beat any woman at any thing, especially in sports, Gina and Pam challenge him to a girls-against-guys basketball game. Martin and the guys think it will be easy to beat the girls, until they discover the girl's secret weapon: the women's Olympic gold medal-winning basketball team. The "easy win" quickly turns into a challenging match as the guys begin to understand the girls' point.

5. Boo's in the House

October 31, 1996

The prospect of owning a home gets scarier when Martin and Gina buy their "dream house" on Halloween, but soon find that the place is a haunted, calamity-filled horror.

4. Working Girls

September 26, 1996

Gina is all ready for an underwear ad presentation until Cole accidentally erases her computer. She goes to Pam for help, but her friend is too busy with a date. Under pressure during her pitch, Gina is incoherent, forcing Pam to step in and save the day. The clients are so impressed that they put Pam in charge, causing Gina to feel betrayed. Pam struggles to pull it off, but in the end she has to rely on Gina to win the account.

3. Sophomore Jinx

September 19, 1996

After some misadventures with marriage counselors, bad advice from friends fouls things up even more for the constantly quarreling Martin and Gina.

2. Back in Trouble Again

September 12, 1996

When Gina learns she is nominated for an advertising award, she asks Martin to attend the awards dinner with her and advises him not to play basketball with the boys because his back has been bothering him. He decides to play anyway and ends up disabled. With the help of Tommy and Cole, Martin goes to a chiropractor who helps him make it to the event in time. But once he's there, the pain really begins to set in.

1. Is You Is or Is You Ain't

September 5, 1996

Gina thinks she might be pregnant and warns Martin to keep quiet. Within an hour, the whole city knows. Pam drops by, and just happens to have a pregnancy test in her purse. After an anxious Martin destroys the test, he has to go out at midnight and get another one. Meanwhile, Tommy and Cole argue over who will be the godfather.

Description

The series is set in Detroit, Michigan, and features a range of supporting characters, including Martin's best friend, Tommy, played by Thomas Mikal Ford, and his other close friends, Cole Brown, played by Carl Anthony Payne II, and Pam James, played by Tichina Arnold. The show also features notable guest appearances by a range of iconic celebrities, including Christopher "Kid" Reid from Kid 'n Play and legendary rapper, Snoop Dogg.

With its catchy theme song, witty humor, and memorable characters, Martin quickly became a fan favorite during its run on FOX. The show is known for its hilarious physical comedy, including Martin's iconic alter ego, Sheneneh Jenkins, an over-the-top character that Martin often embodied for laughs.

The show also tackled a range of social issues, including gender roles, racism, and relationships. Martin and Gina's romantic relationship was often a source of entertainment and drama for viewers, and the show's exploration of the ups and downs of their partnership struck a chord with many fans.

Another standout aspect of the show is its strong supporting cast. Tommy's dry wit and deadpan delivery provide a counterbalance to Martin's zaniness, while Cole's well-meaning but often clueless nature is always good for a laugh. Pam's sharp tongue and quick wit make her a fan favorite, and the chemistry between the four characters is one of the show's greatest strengths.

Overall, Martin is a classic sitcom that has stood the test of time. Its combination of humor, heart, and social commentary make it a must-watch for fans of classic television. For those who missed its initial run on FOX or want to revisit the show, Watch Martin Online is a great way to catch up on all the laughs and drama. With its beloved characters and hilarious moments, it's no surprise that Martin remains a fan favorite after all these years.

Watch Martin Online and see for yourself why this show has left such a lasting impact on audiences.

Martin is a series that is currently running and has 5 seasons (132 episodes). The series first aired on August 27, 1992.

Where to Watch Martin

Martin is available for streaming on the FOX website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Martin on demand at Google Play and Apple TV.