Marlon Wayans Biography, Age, Family, Education, Net Worth, Movies & More

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Marlon L. Wayans was born on July 23, 1972 in New York City. He is the brother of Nadia Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Keenen Ivory Wayans, Damon Wayans, Dwayne Wayans, and Kim Wayans; all celebrities in their own right. Wayans went to Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts in New York City, the school made famous in Fame. He then went on to attend Howard University. Wayans was a member of the 1993 cast of In Living Color, a comedy sketch program created by his brother Keenen Ivory Wayans. From 1995 until 1999, Wayans co-starred in the WB sitcom The Wayans Bros. with brother Shawn Wayans. He has produced the first two films of the Scary Movie series, in which he and Shawn were credited writers and co-stars. He also produced a cartoon on Nickelodeon called Thugaboo (2006). Though primarily a comedic actor, he garnered considerable critical acclaim for his dramatic turn in Requiem for a Dream (2000). His other film credits include. I’m Gonna Git you Sucka (1988), Mo’Money (1992), Above the Rim (1994), Don’t Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking your Juice in the Hood (1995), The LadyKillers (2004), White Chicks (2004), Little Man (2006), Norbit (2007) and most recently, G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (2009).

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Marlon Wayans

Marlon Wayans Biography / Wiki

NameMarlon Wayans
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GenderMale
Known ForActing
Place of BirthNew York City, New York, USA
Date of BirthJuly 23, 1972
Age(as in 2023 Feb)50
Deathday

Marlon Wayans Acting Movies

Movie NameCharacterRelease DateOverview
Little ManCalvin2006-08-31After leaving the prison, the dwarf criminal Calvin Sims joins to his moron brother Percy to steal an expensive huge diamond in a jewelry for the mobs…
SenselessDarryl Witherspoon1998-02-20A student gets his senses enhanced by an experimental drug. But abuse is not an option….
The Sixth ManKenny Tyler1997-03-28A college athlete returns from the dead to help his brother’s basketball team win the NCAA title….
A Haunted HouseMalcolm2013-01-11Malcolm and Kisha move into their dream home, but soon learn a demon also resides there. When Kisha becomes possessed, Malcolm – determined to keep hi…
A Haunted House 2Malcolm2014-04-17After exorcising the demons of his ex-, Malcolm starts afresh with his new girlfriend and her two children. After moving into their dream home, Malcol…
Fifty Shades of BlackChristian2016-01-28An inexperienced college student meets a wealthy businessman whose sexual practices put a strain on their relationship….
NakedRob Anderson2017-08-11Following a wild night out with his Best Man, Rob Anderson wakes up to find himself naked in an elevator on the morning of his wedding day and is forc…
Marlon Wayans: Woke-ishHimself2018-02-27An American stand-up comedy special starring Marlon Wayans who jokes about racism, hip-hop, gay rights, and raising kids….
SextupletsAlan / Russell / Dawn / Jaspar / Ethan / Baby Pete / Lynette2019-08-16Father-to-be Alan is shocked to learn that he was born a sextuplet. With his newfound brother Russell riding shotgun, the duo sets out on a hilarious …
Ride or DieMartin BanksThe story centers on robbery detective Martin Banks, a consummate professional, and narcotics detective and unapologetic butt-kicker Tami Moore. Spark…
Marlon Wayans: You Know What It IsSelf2021-08-19Marlon explores his greatest fears onstage whilst he explains his prominent consternation and trepidation….
The Curse of Bridge HollowHoward Gordon2022-10-14A Halloween-hating dad reluctantly teams up with his teenage daughter when an evil spirit wreaks havoc by making their town’s decorations come to life…
Marlon Wayans Presents: The HeadlinersSelf2022-04-21Taped live at the Belasco Theatre in Los Angeles, this hour-long special features the comedic stylings of multi-hyphenate legend Marlon Wayans and fiv…
Twinkle TwinkleA former hitman dresses up as American currency….
Marlon Wayans: God Loves MeSelf2023-03-02Filmed at the Center Stage Theater in Atlanta, Wayans delivers a hilarious hour-long performance, unleashing his spot-on impressions and fearless phys…
Don’t Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the HoodLoc Dog1996-01-12When Ashtray moves to South Central L.A. to live with his father (who appears to be the same age he is) and grandmother (who likes to talk tough and s…
White ChicksMarcus Copeland2004-06-23Two FBI agent brothers, Marcus and Kevin Copeland, accidentally foil a drug bust. To avoid being fired they accept a mission escorting a pair of socia…
Scary MovieShorty Meeks2000-07-07A familiar-looking group of teenagers find themselves being stalked by a more-than-vaguely recognizable masked killer! As the victims begin to pile up…
The LadykillersGawain MacSam2004-03-25An eccentric, if not charming Southern professor and his crew pose as a band in order to rob a casino, all under the nose of his unsuspecting landlord…
G.I. Joe: The Rise of CobraRipcord2009-08-03From the Egyptian desert to deep below the polar ice caps, the elite G.I. JOE team uses the latest in next-generation spy and military equipment to fi…
On the RocksDean2020-10-02Faced with sudden doubts about her marriage, a young New York mother teams up with her larger-than-life playboy father to tail her husband….
RespectTed White2021-08-12The rise of Aretha Franklin’s career from a child singing in her father’s church’s choir to her international superstardom….
Requiem for a DreamTyrone C. Love2000-10-06The hopes and dreams of four ambitious people are shattered when their drug addictions begin spiraling out of control. A look into addiction and how i…
Scary Movie 2Shorty Meeks2001-07-04While the original parodied slasher flicks like Scream, Keenen Ivory Wayans’s sequel to Scary Movie takes comedic aim at haunted house movies. A group…
Above the RimBugaloo1994-03-23Story of a promising high school basketball star and his relationships with two brothers, one a drug dealer and the other a former basketball star fal…
The HeatLevy2013-06-27Uptight and straight-laced, FBI Special Agent Sarah Ashburn is a methodical investigator with a reputation for excellence–and hyper-arrogance. Shanno…
Air: Courting a LegendGeorge Raveling2023-04-05Discover the game-changing partnership between a then undiscovered Michael Jordan and Nike’s fledgling basketball division which revolutionized the wo…
Robert Townsend: Partners in Crime: Vol. 21988-09-24Director Robert Townsend (Hollywood Shuffle) knows how to construct and, when necessary, even milk a laugh for optimal effect. This second riotous vol…
The Making of Requiem for a DreamSelf2001-05-22A dive into the production of Darren Aronofsky’s psychological drama….
Dungeons & DragonsSnails2000-12-08The Empire of Izmer is a divided land: elite magicians called “mages” rule while lowly commoners are powerless. When Empress Savina vows to bring …
Mo’ MoneySeymour Stewart1992-07-24Trying to get his act together, a con artist gets a job in a credit card company. He falls in love with a fellow employee, he steals a couple of cards…
The Tangerine Bear: Home in Time for Christmas!Louie Blue (voice)2000-11-11When Tangie, a teddy bear goes into the Smile-erator on his head, his smile is put on upside down, causing him to end up on the bargain bin on Christm…
Dance FlickMr. Moody2009-05-22Street dancer, Thomas Uncles is from the wrong side of the tracks, but his bond with the beautiful Megan White might help the duo realize their dreams…
NorbitBuster2007-02-08A mild-mannered guy who is engaged to a monstrous woman meets the woman of his dreams, and schemes to find a way to be with her….
Feeding America Comedy FestivalSelf2020-05-10All-star comics perform in support of Feeding America….
Back Home AgainMr. Tortoise (voice)2021-10-28An animated reimaging of the largest wildfire evacuation in Alberta’s history, with upwards of 88,000 people forced from their homes….
MarmadukeLightning (voice)2010-06-04When Phil and Debbie Winslow relocate from their native Kansas to the sunny climes of Orange County, their big-hearted, havoc-wreaking Great Dane gets…
Thugaboo: Sneaker Madness… (voice)2006-08-11When D-Roc sees a pair of expensive sneakers called Air Jareds, he wants his mother to buy them to wear at school in order to look cool. His mother pu…
Living with ChuckySelf2022-08-13A filmmaker who grew up alongside Chucky the killer doll seeks out the other families surrounding the Child’s Play films as they recount their experie…
Thugaboo: A Miracle on D-roc’s StreetDirty/Money (voice)2006-12-21D-Roc, Dee-Dee, DJ, Money, Lissette, Slim, Chad, Gwenny, and Soo Young are working together to find a way to bring the true meaning of Christmas home …
I’m Gonna Git You SuckaPedestrian1988-11-10Jack Spade returns from the army in his old ghetto neighbourhood when his brother, June Bug, dies. Jack declares war on Mr. Big, powerful local crimel…
FOX 25th Anniversary SpecialSelf2012-04-22A special celebrating FOX’s 25 years on the air. Highlights from iconic series and tributes to memorable moments, as well as celebrities honoring the …
Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black ComedySelf2009-01-01Directors Robert Townsend and Quincy Newell offer this comprehensive and hilarious examination of the history, evolution and cultural significance of …

Marlon Wayans Directing Movies

Movie NameJobRelease DateOverview
Marlon Wayans: You Know What It IsDirector2021-08-19Marlon explores his greatest fears onstage whilst he explains his prominent consternation and trepidation….

Marlon Wayans Production Movies

Movie NameJobRelease DateOverview
Scary MovieProducer2000-07-07A familiar-looking group of teenagers find themselves being stalked by a more-than-vaguely recognizable masked killer! As the victims begin to pile up…
White ChicksProducer2004-06-23Two FBI agent brothers, Marcus and Kevin Copeland, accidentally foil a drug bust. To avoid being fired they accept a mission escorting a pair of socia…
A Haunted HouseProducer2013-01-11Malcolm and Kisha move into their dream home, but soon learn a demon also resides there. When Kisha becomes possessed, Malcolm – determined to keep hi…
Scary Movie 2Co-Executive Producer2001-07-04While the original parodied slasher flicks like Scream, Keenen Ivory Wayans’s sequel to Scary Movie takes comedic aim at haunted house movies. A group…
Little ManProducer2006-08-31After leaving the prison, the dwarf criminal Calvin Sims joins to his moron brother Percy to steal an expensive huge diamond in a jewelry for the mobs…
Dance FlickProducer2009-05-22Street dancer, Thomas Uncles is from the wrong side of the tracks, but his bond with the beautiful Megan White might help the duo realize their dreams…
NakedProducer2017-08-11Following a wild night out with his Best Man, Rob Anderson wakes up to find himself naked in an elevator on the morning of his wedding day and is forc…
SextupletsProducer2019-08-16Father-to-be Alan is shocked to learn that he was born a sextuplet. With his newfound brother Russell riding shotgun, the duo sets out on a hilarious …
Ride or DieProducerThe story centers on robbery detective Martin Banks, a consummate professional, and narcotics detective and unapologetic butt-kicker Tami Moore. Spark…
Marlon Wayans: You Know What It IsProducer2021-08-19Marlon explores his greatest fears onstage whilst he explains his prominent consternation and trepidation….
The Curse of Bridge HollowProducer2022-10-14A Halloween-hating dad reluctantly teams up with his teenage daughter when an evil spirit wreaks havoc by making their town’s decorations come to life…
Marlon Wayans Presents: The HeadlinersExecutive Producer2022-04-21Taped live at the Belasco Theatre in Los Angeles, this hour-long special features the comedic stylings of multi-hyphenate legend Marlon Wayans and fiv…
Executive ProducerDamien Dante Wayans and Craig Wayans, nephews of the famous Wayans brothers, decide to start their own production company after struggling to break th…
Executive ProducerA loving (but immature) father is committed to co-parenting his two kids with his very-together ex-wife. While his misguided fatherly advice, unstoppa…

Writing

Movie NameJobRelease DateOverview
Don’t Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the HoodScreenplay1996-01-12When Ashtray moves to South Central L.A. to live with his father (who appears to be the same age he is) and grandmother (who likes to talk tough and s…
Scary MovieScreenplay2000-07-07A familiar-looking group of teenagers find themselves being stalked by a more-than-vaguely recognizable masked killer! As the victims begin to pile up…
Scary Movie 2Characters2001-07-04While the original parodied slasher flicks like Scream, Keenen Ivory Wayans’s sequel to Scary Movie takes comedic aim at haunted house movies. A group…
Scary Movie 2Screenplay2001-07-04While the original parodied slasher flicks like Scream, Keenen Ivory Wayans’s sequel to Scary Movie takes comedic aim at haunted house movies. A group…
Scary Movie 3Characters2003-10-24In the third installment of the Scary Movie franchise, news anchorwoman Cindy Campbell has to investigate mysterious crop circles and killing video ta…
Scary Movie 5Characters2013-04-11Home with their newly-formed family, happy parents Dan and Jody are haunted by sinister, paranormal activities. Determined to expel the insidious forc…
White ChicksScreenplay2004-06-23Two FBI agent brothers, Marcus and Kevin Copeland, accidentally foil a drug bust. To avoid being fired they accept a mission escorting a pair of socia…
Little ManScreenplay2006-08-31After leaving the prison, the dwarf criminal Calvin Sims joins to his moron brother Percy to steal an expensive huge diamond in a jewelry for the mobs…
A Haunted HouseWriter2013-01-11Malcolm and Kisha move into their dream home, but soon learn a demon also resides there. When Kisha becomes possessed, Malcolm – determined to keep hi…
A Haunted House 2Writer2014-04-17After exorcising the demons of his ex-, Malcolm starts afresh with his new girlfriend and her two children. After moving into their dream home, Malcol…
Fifty Shades of BlackWriter2016-01-28An inexperienced college student meets a wealthy businessman whose sexual practices put a strain on their relationship….
Dance FlickWriter2009-05-22Street dancer, Thomas Uncles is from the wrong side of the tracks, but his bond with the beautiful Megan White might help the duo realize their dreams…
NakedWriter2017-08-11Following a wild night out with his Best Man, Rob Anderson wakes up to find himself naked in an elevator on the morning of his wedding day and is forc…
SextupletsWriter2019-08-16Father-to-be Alan is shocked to learn that he was born a sextuplet. With his newfound brother Russell riding shotgun, the duo sets out on a hilarious …
Ride or DieScreenplayThe story centers on robbery detective Martin Banks, a consummate professional, and narcotics detective and unapologetic butt-kicker Tami Moore. Spark…
Marlon Wayans: Woke-ishScreenplay2018-02-27An American stand-up comedy special starring Marlon Wayans who jokes about racism, hip-hop, gay rights, and raising kids….
Marlon Wayans: You Know What It IsWriter2021-08-19Marlon explores his greatest fears onstage whilst he explains his prominent consternation and trepidation….
Thugaboo: A Miracle on D-roc’s StreetWriter2006-12-21D-Roc, Dee-Dee, DJ, Money, Lissette, Slim, Chad, Gwenny, and Soo Young are working together to find a way to bring the true meaning of Christmas home …
Thugaboo: Sneaker MadnessWriter2006-08-11When D-Roc sees a pair of expensive sneakers called Air Jareds, he wants his mother to buy them to wear at school in order to look cool. His mother pu…
White ChicksStory2004-06-23Two FBI agent brothers, Marcus and Kevin Copeland, accidentally foil a drug bust. To avoid being fired they accept a mission escorting a pair of socia…
Marlon Wayans: God Loves MeWriter2023-03-02Filmed at the Center Stage Theater in Atlanta, Wayans delivers a hilarious hour-long performance, unleashing his spot-on impressions and fearless phys…

Other Info

Movie NameJobRelease DateOverview
Thugaboo: A Miracle on D-roc’s StreetCreator2006-12-21D-Roc, Dee-Dee, DJ, Money, Lissette, Slim, Chad, Gwenny, and Soo Young are working together to find a way to bring the true meaning of Christmas home …
CreatorThe Wayans Bros. is a situation comedy that aired from January 1995 to May 1999 on The WB. The series starred real-life brothers Shawn and Marlon Waya…
CreatorA loving (but immature) father is committed to co-parenting his two kids with his very-together ex-wife. While his misguided fatherly advice, unstoppa…

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