Martin Lawrence
Biography: Martin Fitzgerald Lawrence (born April 16, 1965) is an American actor, film director, film producer, screenwriter, and comedian who was born in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. He came to fame during the 1990s, establishing a Hollywood career as a leading actor, most notably the films Bad Boys, Blue Streak, Big Momma's House and Bad Boys II. Lawrence has acted in numerous movie roles and starred in his own television series, Martin, which ran from 1992 to 1997.
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: April 16, 1965
Deathday: N/A
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Do the Right Thing
1989-06-14
Do the Right Thing
Overview: Salvatore "Sal" Fragione is the Italian owner of a pizzeria in Brooklyn. A neighborhood local, Buggin' Out, becomes upset when he sees that the pizzeria's Wall of Fame exhibits only Italian actors. Buggin' Out believes a pizzeria in a black neighborhood should showcase black actors, but Sal disagrees. The wall becomes a symbol of racism and hate to Buggin' Out and to other people in the neighborhood, and tensions rise.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-06-14
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Blue Streak
1999-09-17
Blue Streak
Overview: Miles Logan is a jewel thief who just hit the big time by stealing a huge diamond. However, after two years in jail, he comes to find out that he hid the diamond in a police building that was being built at the time of the robbery. In an attempt to regain his diamond, he poses as an LAPD detective.
Genres: Action Comedy Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-09-17
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Martin Lawrence Live: Runteldat
2002-08-02
Martin Lawrence Live: Runteldat
Overview: The controversial bad-boy of comedy delivers a piercing look at his life, lifting the metaphorical smokescreen that he feels has clouded the public view, commenting on everything from the dangers of smoking to the trials of relationships, and unleashing a nonstop litany of raucous anecdotes, stinging social commentary and very personal reflections about life.
Genres: Comedy Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-08-02
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Boomerang
1992-06-30
Boomerang
Overview: Marcus is a successful advertising executive who woos and beds women almost at will. After a company merger he finds that his new boss, the ravishing Jacqueline, is treating him in exactly the same way. Completely traumatised by this, his work goes badly downhill.
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1992-06-30
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Wild Hogs
2007-03-02
Wild Hogs
Overview: Restless and ready for an adventure, four suburban bikers leave the safety of their subdivision and head out on the open road. But complications ensue when they cross paths with an intimidating band of New Mexico bikers known as the Del Fuegos.
Genres: Action Adventure Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-03-02
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National Security
2003-01-17
National Security
Overview: Earl Montgomery, a bombastic police academy reject, and Hank Rafferty, a disgraced, mild-mannered cop, can't seem to escape each other. They met on opposite sides of the law during a routine traffic stop that escalated out of control; now as lowly security guards they're thrown together to bust a smuggling operation.
Genres: Action Comedy Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2003-01-17
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Sneaks
2025-04-18
Sneaks
Overview: Ty, a misguided, one-of-a-kind designer sneaker, doesn’t know life outside the comforts of his velvet-lined shoebox. After his sister is stolen by a shady collector, Ty must venture into New York City to find and rescue her. In his adventure, Ty meets a ragtag group of footwear friends from all walks of life who help him find the courage to step outside of his shoebox and find his sole-mate.
Genres: Animation Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2025-04-18
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Life
1999-04-16
Life
Overview: Two men in 1930s Mississippi become friends after being sentenced to life in prison together for a crime they did not commit.
Genres: Comedy Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-04-16
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Nothing to Lose
1997-07-18
Nothing to Lose
Overview: Advertising executive Nick Beame learns that his wife is sleeping with his employer. In a state of despair, he encounters a bumbling thief whose attempted carjacking goes awry when Nick takes him on an involuntary joyride. Soon the betrayed businessman and the incompetent crook strike up a partnership and develop a robbery-revenge scheme. But it turns out that some other criminals in the area don't appreciate the competition.
Genres: Comedy Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-07-18
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Open Season
2006-09-27
Open Season
Overview: Boog, a domesticated 900lb. Grizzly bear finds himself stranded in the woods 3 days before Open Season. Forced to rely on Elliot, a fast-talking mule deer, the two form an unlikely friendship and must quickly rally other forest animals if they are to form a rag-tag army against the hunters.
Genres: Animation Family Adventure Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-09-27
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Black Knight
2001-11-21
Black Knight
Overview: Martin Lawrence plays Jamal, an employee in Medieval World amusement park. After nearly drowning in the moat, he awakens to find himself in 14th century England.
Genres: Comedy Fantasy Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-11-21
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Rebound
2005-07-01
Rebound
Overview: An acclaimed college hoops coach is demoted to a junior varsity team after a public meltdown.
Genres: Comedy Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-07-01
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Bad Boys II
2003-07-18
Bad Boys II
Overview: Detectives Marcus Burnett and Mike Lowrey of the Miami Narcotics Task Force are tasked with stopping the flow of the drug Ecstasy into Miami. They track the drugs to the whacked-out Cuban drug lord Johnny Tapia, who is also involved in a bloody war with Russian and Haitian mobsters. If that isn't bad enough, there's tension between the two detectives when Marcus discovers that playboy Mike is secretly romancing Marcus’ sister, Syd.
Genres: Action Crime Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2003-07-18
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Bad Boys
1995-04-07
Bad Boys
Overview: Marcus Burnett is a henpecked family man. Mike Lowrey is a footloose and fancy free ladies' man. Both Miami policemen, they have 72 hours to reclaim a consignment of drugs stolen from under their station's nose. To complicate matters, in order to get the assistance of the sole witness to a murder, they have to pretend to be each other.
Genres: Action Comedy Crime Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-04-07
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Putting The Boom & Bang in 'Bad Boys'
2000-06-27
Putting The Boom & Bang in 'Bad Boys'
Overview: Bad Boys featurette.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-06-27
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Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins
2008-02-08
Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins
Overview: When a celebrated TV show host returns to his hometown in the South, his family is there to remind him that going home is no vacation!
Genres: Comedy Drama Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-02-08
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College Road Trip
2008-03-07
College Road Trip
Overview: When an overachieving high school student decides to travel around the country to choose the perfect college, her overprotective cop father also decides to accompany her in order to keep her on the straight and narrow.
Genres: Comedy Family Action Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-03-07
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A Thin Line Between Love and Hate
1996-04-04
A Thin Line Between Love and Hate
Overview: Nightclub manager Darnell Wright is a perpetual playboy who is almost as devoted to his job as he is to the pursuit of beautiful women. After he sets his sights on the ultra-classy Brandi Web, he launches an all-out assault to win her heart. Ultimately, charm, lust and passion prevail, but Darnell learns the hard way that when you play, you pay. Brandi is much harder to get rid of than she was to get--especially when she realizes that she has a rival vying for Darnell's affection. When he finally decides to call it quits, Brandi becomes an obsessed femme fatale stalking the new love of her life.
Genres: Comedy Thriller Crime Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-04-04
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Death at a Funeral
2010-04-15
Death at a Funeral
Overview: Aaron's father's funeral is today at the family home, and everything goes wrong: the funeral home delivers the wrong body, his cousin accidentally drugs her fiancé, and Aaron's successful younger brother, Ryan, flies in from New York, broke but arrogant. To top it all off, a mysterious stranger wants a word with Aaron.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-04-15
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What's the Worst That Could Happen?
2001-05-31
What's the Worst That Could Happen?
Overview: Thief Kevin Caffery attempts to rob from the home of rich businessman Max Fairbanks. But Fairbanks catches him and steals his cherished ring that his girlfriend gave him. Caffery is then bent on revenge and getting his ring back with the help of his partners.
Genres: Action Comedy Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-05-31
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House Party
1990-01-20
House Party
Overview: Young Kid has been invited to a party at his friend Play's house. But after a fight at school, Kid's father grounds him. None the less, Kid sneaks out when his father falls asleep. But Kid doesn't know that three of the thugs at school have decided to give him a lesson in behavior.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1990-01-20
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House Party 2
1991-10-23
House Party 2
Overview: Kid'N'Play leave their neighborhood and enter the world of adulthood and higher education. Play attempts to get rich quick in the music business while Kid faces the challenges of college.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-10-23
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Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son
2011-02-16
Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son
Overview: FBI agent Malcolm Turner and his 17-year-old son Trent go undercover at an all-girls performing arts school after Trent witnesses a murder. Posing as Big Momma and Charmaine, they must find the murderer before he finds them.
Genres: Crime Comedy Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-02-16
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Boog and Elliot's Midnight Bun Run
2006-12-15
Boog and Elliot's Midnight Bun Run
Overview: Bob and Bobbie left their trailer to go skinny-dipping, and putting Mr. Weenie in charge to guard the cinnamon buns they left on the counter. When Boog and Elliot sneak into the camp, they are excited to discover that there are buns in the trailer. Unfortunately for them, Mr. Weenie is guarding the door.
Genres: Animation Comedy Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-12-15
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Talkin' Dirty After Dark
1991-08-16
Talkin' Dirty After Dark
Overview: Terry is an up and coming comedian, but believes politics will get him the big breaks and more time at the popular Dukie's Comedy Club. Just so happens that Terry is 'sleeping' with Ruby Lynn Sinclair, the wife of club owner Dukie Sinclair. What follows is a night of comedy, romance, comedy, action, comedy, and Terry achieving his initial goal: getting $67 dollars to pay his phone bil
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-08-16
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Martin: The Reunion
2022-06-16
Martin: The Reunion
Overview: This special takes a look at the show’s origin and evolution, through interviews with the cast and original directors, featuring special musical performances, as well as behind the scenes commentary on Martin’s impact.
Genres: Documentary Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-06-16
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One-Night Stand: Martin Lawrence
1991-03-23
One-Night Stand: Martin Lawrence
Overview: Stand up special
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-03-23
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Mindcage
2022-12-16
Mindcage
Overview: Detectives Jake Doyle and Mary Kelly seek the help of an incarcerated serial killer named The Artist when a copycat killer strikes. While Mary searches for clues in The Artist's brilliant but twisted psyche, she and Jake are lured into a diabolical game of cat and mouse, racing against time to stay one step ahead of The Artist and his copycat.
Genres: Mystery Thriller Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-12-16
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Bad Boys for Life
2020-01-15
Bad Boys for Life
Overview: Marcus and Mike are forced to confront new threats, career changes, and midlife crises as they join the newly created elite team AMMO of the Miami police department to take down the ruthless Armando Armas, the vicious leader of a Miami drug cartel.
Genres: Thriller Action Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-01-15
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Martin Lawrence Doin’ Time
2016-09-09
Martin Lawrence Doin’ Time
Overview: Comedy legend Martin Lawrence returns to the stand-up stage for a night of impressions and insight on everything from sex, relationships and President Obama, to Bill Cosby, Hollywood and more. Filmed live at LA's Orpheum Theatre.
Genres: Comedy Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-09-09
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Eddie Murphy: One Night Only
2012-11-14
Eddie Murphy: One Night Only
Overview: Eddie Murphy: One Night Only will pay homage to Murphy's journey from a 15-year-old aspiring comedian, to the record-breaking Raw, which remains the highest grossing stand-up film of all time, to his indelible characters and impressions from Saturday Night Live including Buckwheat, Gumby, Mr. Robinson and James Brown. Written by Spike TV
Genres: TV Movie Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-11-14
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Martin Lawrence: You So Crazy
1994-04-27
Martin Lawrence: You So Crazy
Overview: Stand up comedy by Martin Lawrence, filmed in the Majestic Theater in New York City. Martin Lawrence talks about everything from racism, to relationships, to his childhood.
Genres: Comedy Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1994-04-27
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We Don't Die, We Multiply: The Robin Harris Story
2006-10-17
We Don't Die, We Multiply: The Robin Harris Story
Overview: Featuring hysterical performance footage and insightful interviews, this affectionate documentary profiles Robin Harris, one of the most respected black comedians of his time whose life was cut short at age 37 by a respiratory problem. Friends and fans such as Bernie Mac, Cedric the Entertainer, Martin Lawrence and Robert Townsend share their memories of the funnyman, who continues to influence young comics.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-10-17
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Jackie Chan: My Story
1998-07-17
Jackie Chan: My Story
Overview: Jackie Chan is one of the world's biggest action stars, famed for his wacky sense of humor, remarkable martial arts techniques, and willingness to perform incredible stunts without the use of doubles -- or a net. This video takes a personal look at Chan as he works on screen projects in Hollywood and Beijing and candidly discusses his life and work.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1998-07-17
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Def Comedy Jam 25
2017-09-26
Def Comedy Jam 25
Overview: In this special live event, giants of stand-up come together to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Russell Simmons's groundbreaking "Def Comedy Jam."
Genres: Comedy Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-09-26
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The Beach Bum
2019-03-21
The Beach Bum
Overview: An irreverent comedy about the misadventures of Moondog, a rebellious stoner and lovable rogue who lives large.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-03-21
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Big Momma's House 2
2006-01-26
Big Momma's House 2
Overview: FBI agent Malcolm Turner goes back undercover as Big Momma, a slick-talking, slam-dunking Southern granny with attitude to spare! Now this granny must play nanny to three dysfunctional upper-class kids in order to spy on their computer hacker father.
Genres: Comedy Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-01-26
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Def Comedy Jam, Vol. 7
2000-11-28
Def Comedy Jam, Vol. 7
Overview: Def Comedy Jam played host to some of the greatest comedians of the 1990s, many of whom went on to greater fame, due in part to the exposure they received on the program. Here, Mark Curry and Steve Harvey both show off some comic chops that that could never air on their respective network TV shows, though Harvey has shown this side of himself in Spike Lee's excellent THE ORIGINAL KINGS OF COMEDY. Rounding out the performers are Don "D.C." Curry (NEXT FRIDAY) and Arnez J. Contains two episodes.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-11-28
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Def Comedy Jam, Vol. 6
2001-08-28
Def Comedy Jam, Vol. 6
Overview: Def Comedy Jam played host to some of the greatest comedians of the 1990s, many of whom went on to greater fame, due in part to the exposure they received on the program. Here, Mark Curry and Steve Harvey both show off some comic chops that that could never air on their respective network TV shows, though Harvey has shown this side of himself in Spike Lee's excellent THE ORIGINAL KINGS OF COMEDY. Rounding out the performers are Don "D.C." Curry (NEXT FRIDAY) and Arnez J. Contains two episodes.
Genres: Comedy Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-08-28
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Hammer, Slammer, & Slade
1990-12-15
Hammer, Slammer, & Slade
Overview: After he retires from the police force, a veteran cop is framed for robbery but his friends, a rookie and three ex-cops, come to his rescue.
Genres: Comedy Crime TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1990-12-15
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Big Momma's House
2000-05-31
Big Momma's House
Overview: When a street-smart FBI agent is sent to Georgia to protect a beautiful single mother and her son from an escaped convict, he is forced to impersonate a crass Southern granny known as Big Momma in order to remain incognito.
Genres: Crime Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-05-31
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Bad Boys: Ride or Die
2024-06-05
Bad Boys: Ride or Die
Overview: After their late former Captain is framed, Lowrey and Burnett try to clear his name, only to end up on the run themselves.
Genres: Action Comedy Crime Thriller Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-06-05
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Before They Were Kings: Vol. 2
2019-01-01
Before They Were Kings: Vol. 2
Overview: With nothing more than a punch line and a dream, these (then) struggling young artists transformed themselves into comedy legends.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-01-01
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Bad Boys: Legacy
2024-07-24
Bad Boys: Legacy
Overview: Take an epic lookback at 30 years of making the Bad Boys franchise with a 22-minute retrospective. Go behind the scenes of the all-new movie with an exclusive conversation featuring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. Explore the making of the first three films with commentary from filmmakers Jerry Bruckheimer, Michael Bay, and stars Vanessa Hudgens, Alexander Ludwig, Joe Pantoliano, and more. From the initial table read to the final "that's a wrap," fans will experience an intimate look at this action-packed 30-year journey.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-07-24
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Def Comedy Jam: All Stars 1
1999-03-01
Def Comedy Jam: All Stars 1
Overview: Russell Simmons brings you a standout collection from his iconic series, Def Comedy Jam. Hosted by the dynamic Martin Lawrence, these three episodes spotlight an unforgettable lineup of comedy legends, including D.L. Hughley, Bill Bellamy, Adele Givens, and more.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-03-01
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