Martin Lawrence
Martin Lawrence is a prominent American actor and comedian known for his energetic performances and distinctive voice. He gained fame through his roles in films such as 'Bad Boys,' 'Big Momma's House,' and 'Blue Streak.' His career spans decades, establishing him as a leading figure... Read More
Known for
Bad Boys II (2003)
Out-of-control, trash-talking buddy cops Marcus Burnett and Mike Lowrey of the Miami Narcotics Task Force reunite, and bullets fly, cars crash and laughs explode...
Bad Boys for Life (2020)
Marcus and Mike are forced to confront new threats, career changes, and midlife crises as they join the newly created elite team AMMO of...
Bad Boys (2014)
The Detroit Pistons of the late 1980s and early '90s seemed willing to do anything to win. That characteristic made them loved — and...
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 |
The 51st AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Eddie MurphyFollows the 51st AFI Life Achievement Award ceremony honoring Eddie Murphy for his five-decade career in film, television and stand-up... |
Self | |
| 2026 |
7 DogsInterpol agent Khalid Al-Azzazi joins forces with Ghali Abu Dawood from the 7 Dogs crime syndicate to fight drug trafficking. |
Unknown character | |
| 2025 |
DemascusA Black man on a know-thyself mission begins an experimental immersion therapy that sends him into alternate timelines of his... |
Forty | |
| 2025 |
SneaksTy, a misguided, one-of-a-kind designer sneaker, doesn’t know life outside the comforts of his velvet-lined shoebox. After his sister is... |
J.B. (voice) | |
| 2025 |
Number One on the Call SheetSome of Hollywood's biggest stars reveal their journeys to game-changing leading roles. In candid interviews, they shine a light on... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
Bad Boys: Ride or DieAfter their late former Captain is framed, Lowrey and Burnett try to clear his name, only to end up on... |
Marcus Burnett | |
| 2022 |
MindcageDetectives Jake Doyle and Mary Kelly seek the help of an incarcerated serial killer named The Artist when a copycat... |
Jake Doyle | |
| 2022 |
Martin: The ReunionThis special takes a look at the show's origin and evolution, through interviews with the cast and original directors, featuring... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
The Jennifer Hudson ShowTalented entertainer and newly-minted EGOT Jennifer Hudson takes on the daytime talk show landscape. |
Self | |
| 2022 |
SherriSherri Shepherd, actress, comic, and Emmy Award-winning longtime co-host of "The View", appears before a live audience with a daily... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2021 |
Def comedy Jam - All stars 3Whether you're laughing for the first time or catching your raucous favorites, Russell Simmons' "Def Comedy Jam" is the ultimate... |
Unknown character | |
| 2020 |
Bad Boys for LifeMarcus and Mike are forced to confront new threats, career changes, and midlife crises as they join the newly created... |
Marcus | |
| 2019 |
The Beach BumAn irreverent comedy about the misadventures of Moondog, a rebellious stoner and lovable rogue who lives large. |
Captain Wack | |
| 2019 |
Before They Were Kings: Vol. 2With nothing more than a punch line and a dream, these (then) struggling young artists transformed themselves into comedy legends. |
Unknown character | |
| 2018 |
The ShopA one-of-a-kind barbershop experience with unfiltered conversation and debate from the biggest names in sports and entertainment. |
Self | |
| 2017 |
Def Comedy Jam 25In this special live event, giants of stand-up come together to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Russell Simmons's groundbreaking "Def... |
Self | |
| 2017 |
SteveAfter ending his Chicago-based show, Steve Harvey heads to Los Angeles to host a new weekday syndicated program aiming to... |
Self | |
| 2016 |
Martin Lawrence Doin’ TimeComedy legend Martin Lawrence returns to the stand-up stage for a night of impressions and insight on everything from sex,... |
Himself | |
| 2014 |
PartnersAllen Braddock and Marcus Jackson are two attorneys with very different views on the law. After getting fired from his... |
Marcus Jackson | |
| 2014 |
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy FallonAfter Jay Leno's second retirement from the program, Jimmy Fallon stepped in as his permanent replacement. After 42 years in... |
Self | |
| 2012 |
Eddie Murphy: One Night OnlyEddie Murphy: One Night Only pays homage to Murphy's journey from a 15-year-old aspiring comedian, through the record-breaking Raw, which... |
Self | |
| 2012 |
Oddity ArchiveThe Oddity Archive is a web series that revolves around the "cultural dustbin", especially as it pertains to media. The... |
Maurice Winfield (archive footage) | |
| 2012 |
The Soul ManR&B superstar-turned-minister Reverend Boyce "The Voice" Ballentine was living the high life in Las Vegas at the top of the... |
Rudy | |
| 2011 |
Big Mommas: Like Father, Like SonFBI agent Malcolm Turner and his 17-year-old son Trent go undercover at an all-girls performing arts school after Trent witnesses... |
Malcolm / Big Momma | |
| 2010 |
ConanA late night television talk show hosted by Conan O'Brien. |
Self | |
| 2010 |
Death at a FuneralAaron's father's funeral is today at the family home, and everything goes wrong: the funeral home delivers the wrong body,... |
Ryan | |
| 2008 |
College Road TripWhen an overachieving high school student decides to travel around the country to choose the perfect college, her overprotective cop... |
Chief James Porter | |
| 2008 |
Welcome Home Roscoe JenkinsWhen a celebrated TV show host returns to his hometown in the South, his family is there to remind him... |
Roscoe Jenkins | |
| 2007 | Unknown character | ||
| 2007 |
Wild HogsRestless and ready for an adventure, four suburban bikers leave the safety of their subdivision and head out on the... |
Bobby Davis | |
| 2006 |
Boog and Elliot's Midnight Bun RunBob and Bobbie left their trailer to go skinny-dipping, and putting Mr. Weenie in charge to guard the cinnamon buns... |
Boog (voice) | |
| 2006 |
We Don't Die, We Multiply: The Robin Harris StoryFeaturing hysterical performance footage and insightful interviews, this affectionate documentary profiles Robin Harris, one of the most respected black comedians... |
Himself | |
| 2006 |
Open SeasonBoog, a domesticated 900lb. Grizzly bear finds himself stranded in the woods 3 days before Open Season. Forced to rely... |
Boog (voice) | |
| 2006 |
El hormigueroEl Hormiguero is a Spanish television program with a live audience focusing on comedy, science, and politics running since September... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2006 |
Big Momma's House 2FBI agent Malcolm Turner goes back undercover as Big Momma, a slick-talking, slam-dunking Southern granny with attitude to spare! Now... |
Malcolm Turner / Big Momma | |
| 2005 |
ReboundAn acclaimed college hoops coach is demoted to a junior varsity team after a public meltdown. |
Roy McCormick | |
| 2003 |
The Ellen DeGeneres ShowThe Ellen DeGeneres Show, often shortened to just Ellen, is an American television talk show hosted by comedian/actress Ellen DeGeneres. |
Self | |
| 2003 |
Bad Boys IIDetectives Marcus Burnett and Mike Lowrey of the Miami Narcotics Task Force are tasked with stopping the flow of the... |
Detective Marcus Burnett | |
| 2003 |
Jimmy Kimmel Live!Jimmy Kimmel Live! is an American late-night talk show, created and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and broadcast on ABC. |
Self - Guest | |
| 2003 |
National SecurityEarl Montgomery, a bombastic police academy reject, and Hank Rafferty, a disgraced, mild-mannered cop, can't seem to escape each other.... |
Earl Montgomery | |
| 2002 |
Martin Lawrence Live: RunteldatThe controversial bad-boy of comedy delivers a piercing look at his life, lifting the metaphorical smokescreen that he feels has... |
himself | |
| 2002 |
What’s the Worst That Could Happen: Scene StealersFeaturette produced for the “What’s the Worst That Could Happen” DVD. |
Self | |
| 2001 |
Black KnightMartin Lawrence plays Jamal, an employee in Medieval World amusement park. After nearly drowning in the moat, he awakens to... |
Jamal Walker / Skywalker | |
| 2001 |
Def Comedy Jam, Vol. 6Def Comedy Jam played host to some of the greatest comedians of the 1990s, many of whom went on to... |
Unknown character | |
| 2001 |
What's the Worst That Could Happen?Thief Kevin Caffery attempts to rob from the home of rich businessman Max Fairbanks. But Fairbanks catches him and steals... |
Kevin Caffery | |
| 2001 |
Russell Simmons' Def Comedy Jam All StarsDef Comedy Jam is an HBO television series produced by Russell Simmons. The series had its original run from July... |
Himself | |
| 2001 |
Def Comedy Jam: All Stars 12Def Comedy Jam: All Stars 12 was a home video release from 1999 featuring stand-up performances from the iconic HBO... |
Unknown character | |
| 2001 |
Def Comedy Jam: All Stars 2Russell Simmons brings you a standout collection from his iconic series, Def Comedy Jam. Hosted by Martin Lawrence, Chris Rock,... |
Martin Lawrence | |
| 2000 |
Def Comedy Jam, Vol. 7Def Comedy Jam played host to some of the greatest comedians of the 1990s, many of whom went on to... |
Unknown character | |
| 2000 |
Putting the Boom & Bang in 'Bad Boys'Bad Boys featurette. |
Self | |
| 2000 |
Big Momma's HouseWhen a street-smart FBI agent is sent to Georgia to protect a beautiful single mother and her son from an... |
Malcolm Turner | |
| 1999 |
Blue StreakMiles Logan is a jewel thief who just hit the big time by stealing a huge diamond. However, after two... |
Miles Logan | |
| 1999 |
LifeTwo men in 1930s Mississippi become friends after being sentenced to life in prison together for a crime they did... |
Claude Banks | |
| 1999 |
Def Comedy Jam: All Stars 1Russell Simmons brings you a standout collection from his iconic series, Def Comedy Jam. Hosted by the dynamic Martin Lawrence,... |
Unknown character | |
| 1998 |
Jackie Chan: My StoryJackie Chan is one of the world's biggest action stars, famed for his wacky sense of humor, remarkable martial arts... |
Self - Bad Boy | |
| 1997 |
The ViewABC Daytime's morning chatfest, currently featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro... |
Self | |
| 1997 |
Nothing to LoseAdvertising executive Nick Beame learns that his wife is sleeping with his employer. In a state of despair, he encounters... |
Terrence Paul "T-Paul" Davidson | |
| 1997 |
The Chris Rock ShowThe Chris Rock Show is a late night comedy talk show featured on HBO. It was created by Chris Rock... |
Unknown character | |
| 1996 |
E! True Hollywood StoryE! True Hollywood Story is an American documentary series on E! that deals with famous Hollywood celebrities, movies, TV shows... |
Unknown character | |
| 1996 |
The Daily ShowThe World's Fakest News Team tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and pop culture. |
Self | |
| 1996 |
A Thin Line Between Love and HateNightclub manager Darnell Wright is a perpetual playboy who is almost as devoted to his job as he is to... |
Darnell | |
| 1995 |
Bad BoysMarcus Burnett is a henpecked family man. Mike Lowrey is a footloose and fancy free ladies' man. Both Miami policemen,... |
Marcus Burnett | |
| 1994 |
Martin Lawrence: You So CrazyStand up comedy by Martin Lawrence, filmed in the Majestic Theater in New York City. Martin Lawrence talks about everything... |
Self | |
| 1993 |
Late Night with Conan O'BrienStepping into the late-late slot vacated by David Letterman, Conan O'Brien stars in a show that far outdoes its competition... |
Self - Guest | |
| 1992 |
MartinSassy sitcom centering on radio and television personality Martin Payne. Series focuses on his romantic relationship with girlfriend Gina, her... |
Martin Payne | |
| 1992 |
BoomerangMarcus is a successful advertising executive who woos and beds women almost at will. After a company merger he finds... |
Tyler | |
| 1992 |
MTV Movie & TV AwardsThe annual film & TV awards show presented by MTV. The nominees are decided by producers and executives at MTV... |
Self - Presenter | |
| 1992 |
The Tonight Show with Jay LenoJay Leno hosts some of the biggest celebrities in the world. |
Unknown character | |
| 1991 |
House Party 2Kid'N'Play leave their neighborhood and enter the world of adulthood and higher education. Play attempts to get rich quick in... |
Bilal | |
| 1991 |
Talkin' Dirty After DarkTerry is an up and coming comedian, but believes politics will get him the big breaks and more time at... |
Terry | |
| 1991 |
One-Night Stand: Martin LawrenceStand up special |
Himself | |
| 1990 |
Hammer, Slammer, & SladeAfter he retires from the police force, a veteran cop is framed for robbery but his friends, a rookie and... |
Willie | |
| 1990 |
House PartyYoung Kid has been invited to a party at his friend Play's house. But after a fight at school, Kid's... |
Bilal | |
| 1989 |
Do the Right ThingSal is the Italian owner of a pizzeria in Brooklyn. A neighborhood local, Buggin' Out, becomes upset when he sees... |
Cee | |
| 1989 |
One Night StandA series of stand-up comedy specials. |
Unknown character | |
| 1988 |
LIVE with Kelly and MarkA morning talk show with A-list celebrity guests, top-notch performances and one-of-a-kind segments that are unrivaled on daytime television, plus... |
Self - Guest | |
| 1985 |
What's Happening Now!!Roger 'Raj' Thomas has graduated from the University of Southern California, and become a fledgling writer. He and his wife... |
Maurice Warfield | |
| 1975 |
Saturday Night LiveA late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary... |
Self - Host | |
| TBA |
Untitled Blue Streak SequelPlot TBA. A sequel to the 1999 movie Blue Streak. |
Miles |
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Got a question about Martin Lawrence?
Martin Lawrence's career highlights include starring in blockbuster films like 'Bad Boys,' 'Big Momma's House,' and 'Blue Streak.' He also gained acclaim for his sitcom 'Martin,' which showcased his comedic skills.
Yes, Martin Lawrence has received several awards, including the NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series for his role in 'Martin.' He has also been nominated for various other accolades throughout his career.
Martin Lawrence's first film was 'Do the Right Thing,' directed by Spike Lee, released in 1989. He played a minor role, which helped launch his film career.
Some of Martin Lawrence's most successful films include 'Bad Boys,' 'Big Momma's House,' and 'Open Season.' These films have grossed millions at the box office and contributed to his fame.
Martin Lawrence has been married once and has three children. He has been open about his struggles with mental health, which has been part of his public narrative.
Martin Lawrence's estimated net worth is approximately $110 million. This wealth has been accumulated through his successful career in film and television.
Martin Lawrence achieved significant milestones with the 'Bad Boys' franchise, which became a cultural phenomenon. He also starred in multiple hit comedies and has a successful stand-up career.
Martin Lawrence is set to reprise his role in 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die,' scheduled for release in 2024, continuing his legacy in the action-comedy genre.