The Best Martin Episodes, Ranked

Martin Lawrence dominated the Black comedy scene in the '90s, much like Eddie Murphy and Richard Pryor in the decades before him. His stand-up act and small roles on TV elevated him to films such as Do The Right Thing and a comedy special entitled Martin Lawrence: You So Crazy, which served as the basis of his hit FOX television show Martin in 1992. Much like Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Lawrence’s titular show defined an entire generation of younger audiences. What made the show stand out was its full-on embrace of hip-hop culture. 

From the sneakers Martin wore to the songs he referenced and the music acts he had on as guest stars, the show was always on the pulse of pop culture. Not only did characters use contemporary slang, but they also added to the lexicon with phrases like “you go, boy!” and “you ain’t got no job, man!” Sometimes when we look back on Martin, the show can be remembered for its highlights rather than the comedic value of its given episodes. 

That’s why our top 10 ranked list of the best episodes of Martin will focus on the funniest episodes this sitcom has to offer.  

 By Isaac Rouse