Martin

About Martin

Martin is a popular American sitcom that aired on Fox from August 27, 1992, to May 1, 1997. Reflecting the rise of 'Jammin' 90s urban culture, It revolves around the often comedic and volatile relationships between the eponymous character Martin Payne, portrayed by Martin Lawrence, and his friends, his romantic interest and eventual wife, Gina Waters portrayed by Tisha Campbell-Martin, and the varied cast of characters he interacts with in the city of Detroit.

Making / Production

The TV series was created by Martin Lawrence, John Bowman, and Topper Carew, who served as executive producers alongside Bentley Kyle Evans, Martin, and David W. Duclon. "Martin" was produced by You Go Boy Productions and HBO Independent Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television.

Actors

• Martin Lawrence as Martin Payne: A disc jockey with a girlfriend named Gina, Lawrence's character is known for his comedic jokes, and quirky demeanour.
• Tisha Campbell-Martin as Gina Waters-Payne: Gina is Martin's professional and level-headed girlfriend who eventually becomes his wife.
• Carl Anthony Payne II as Cole Brown: Martin's dim-witted best friend.
• Thomas Mikal Ford as Tommy Strawn: Martin's other best friend. His mysterious employment status is a running gag within the series.
• Tichina Arnold as Pamela "Pam" James: Gina's sassy friend and Martin's nemesis.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The character Martin Payne was loosely based on Martin Lawrence's own life.
• The series often features celebrities making cameo appearances.
• "Martin" was one of Fox's highest-rated shows during the sitcom's run.

Awards

Tisha Campbell-Martin won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series twice for her role on Martin.

Quotes

• "Martin, sit your $5 ass down before I make change!" - Pam
• "Tommy, you ain't got no job!" - Martin Payne
• "Gina, damn Gina!" - Martin Payne

Music, Soundtrack

• "Martin" theme song, performed by saxophonist David Sanborn and bassist Marcus Miller