The Best Movies With Damon Wayans
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1Damon Wayans, Karyn Parsons, Michael IronsideMaj. Benson Payne (Damon Wayans) lives, breathes and sleeps war. But after being honorably discharged from the Marines due to a lack of wars, Payne, the natural-born killer, has absolutely no idea how to cope in everyday civilian life. Fortunately, before he completely breaks down, Payne finds his way back into a military capacity at Madison Preparatory School, leading a group of misfit JROTC students who don't want to be led. Whipping these kids into shape might be his toughest battle yet.More Major Payne
- #420 of 702 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #45 of 168 onThe Best '90s Comedy Movies, Ranked
- #74 of 468 onThe Best Black Movies Ever Made, Ranked
2Bruce Willis, Damon Wayans, Chelsea FieldIn the action-packed thriller The Last Boy Scout, private detective Joe Hallenbeck (Bruce Willis) teams up with disgraced ex-football player Jimmy Dix (Damon Wayans). Their mission? To solve the murder of Cory (Halle Berry), a stripper with ties to the professional football world. Amidst an explosive mix of corruption, drugs, and politics, they navigate a dangerous landscape that takes them from seedy underbellies to high-profile arenas. Directed by Tony Scott, this film weaves together elements of suspense, camaraderie, and unexpected humor. Despite its gritty exterior, it offers a compelling narrative about redemption and unlikely alliances.More The Last Boy Scout- Dig Deeper...'The Last Boy Scout' Is Basically A Parody Of '90s Action Movies
- #245 of 379 onThe Best Movies Of The 1990s
- #45 of 99 onThe Best 1990s Action Movies
3Damon Wayans, Adam Sandler, James CaanA none-too-bright criminal, Archie Moses (Adam Sandler) works for drug kingpin Frank Colton (James Caan) and remains oblivious to the fact that one of his closest buddies is actually an undercover police officer named Jack Carter (Damon Wayans). After Moses accidentally shoots Carter, the cop must recover and then bring the two-bit thug in to take the stand against Colton. With Carter and Moses on far from good terms, however, the trip does not go well.More Bulletproof- #80 of 99 onThe Best 1990s Action Movies
- #66 of 117 onThe Best Movies Of 1996
- #2 of 16 onAdam Sandler Movies With The Worst Rotten Tomatoes Scores, Ranked By Real Sandler Fans
4Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Tracey Cherelle JonesDon't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood is a satirical romp through the streets of LA, with Shawn Wayans (Ashtray) and Marlon Wayans (Loc Dog) as our guides. This parody of '90s hood dramas, directed by Paris Barclay, places Ashtray and Loc Dog in outrageous situations. They navigate their neighborhood's eccentric characters, local gangs, and life on the edge while dealing with themes of violence, family, and survival. It's a humorous take on serious issues that never loses its comedic edge.- #80 of 113 onThe 100+ Best Movies About High School
- #169 of 702 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #27 of 93 onThe 85+ Best Stoner Comedies Ever
5Damon Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Stacey DashAfter petty criminal Johnny (Damon Wayans) falls for the lovely Amber (Stacey Dash), he decides to stop breaking the law and gets a gig at his crush's workplace in order to get closer to her, thus proving that he's a stand-up guy. Soon, he learns that going straight doesn't pay very well, so he decides to nab a company credit card and show off his newfound wealth to Amber. Unfortunately, a blackmailer catches Johnny and forces him to commit a crime that is far from small.More Mo' Money- #288 of 702 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #156 of 468 onThe Best Black Movies Ever Made, Ranked
- #31 of 117 onThe Funniest Black Movies Ever Made
6Damon Wayans, David Alan Grier, Robin GivensAfter his grandmother is killed in a Mafia hit, Darryl (Damon Wayans) fashions a bulletproof overcoat to wear over red long johns, becoming Blankman, a superhero without any superpowers save some inventive tinkering skills. When Blankman's crime-fighting crusade causes a sensation around the city of Metro, Darryl's brother Kevin (David Alan Grier) reluctantly agrees to become Blankman's sidekick, Other Guy, to impress local news anchor Kimberly (Robin Givens), but the mob is fighting back.More Blankman- #306 of 702 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #66 of 117 onThe Funniest Black Movies Ever Made
- #34 of 64 onThe Funniest Crime Parodies and Spoof Movies, Ranked
7Sean Penn, Robert Duvall, Maria Conchita AlonsoIn this gritty police drama from director Dennis Hopper, street-wise cop Bob Hodges (Robert Duvall) and hotheaded rookie Danny McGavin (Sean Penn) grapple with their new partnership on the gang-ridden streets of Los Angeles. Although Danny finally lets Hodges show him the ropes, his adrenaline-fed brutality earns him a reputation with the very gangs they want to help. With a gang war ready to explode, Danny confronts his own racism even as he falls in love with Louisa (Maria Conchita Alonso).More Colors- #28 of 122 onThe Best Movies Of 1988
- #25 of 55 onThe Best Movies About Corrupt Cops
- #4 of 16 onThe Most Powerful Movies About Police Brutality
8Keenen Ivory Wayans, Bernie Casey, Antonio FargasJack Spade (Keenen Ivory Wayans) comes home to the ghetto and finds his brother dead from a gold chain overdose. With the help of his hero, John Slade (Bernie Casey), and a team of washed-up crime fighters, Spade declares vengeance on Mr. Big (John Vernon), the white crime leader responsible for selling gold chains on the streets. But Spade realizes that he must take matters into his own hands to finish the job in this zany spoof of 1970s blaxploitation films.More I'm Gonna Git You Sucka- #495 of 702 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #138 of 468 onThe Best Black Movies Ever Made, Ranked
- #94 of 122 onThe Best Movies Of 1988
9Samuel L. Jackson, Jeff Goldblum, Peter BergBoxing promoter the Rev. Fred Sultan (Samuel L. Jackson) decides the best way to revive public interest in his top client's matches is to create a white challenger to his black champion, James "The Grim Reaper" Roper (Damon Wayans). With no white boxers available, he creates one out of dim grunge rocker Terry Conklin (Peter Berg), who once defeated Roper at an amateur match. But while Conklin trains hard, Roper slacks off, endangering Sultan's carefully staged comeback.
10Damon Wayans, Daniel Stern, Dan AykroydMike (Daniel Stern) and Jimmy (Dan Aykroyd) are disconsolate after watching their favorite team, the Boston Celtics, lose a game in the NBA finals. They hatch a far-fetched scheme to sabotage Lewis Scott (Damon Wayans), the star of the opposing team, who is known for his love of nightlife, by getting him very drunk -- and thus too hungover to perform in the next game. After the two inadvertently kidnap the player instead, they dither about whether or not to release their captive.More Celtic Pride- #33 of 61 onThe Funniest Movies About Sports
- #20 of 75 onThe 70+ Best Basketball Movies Of All Time
- #39 of 78 onThe 70+ Best Movies With Dan Aykroyd
11John Travolta, Kirstie Alley, Olympia DukakisIn the sequel to "Look Who's Talking," formerly single mom Mollie (Kirstie Alley) is about to have a baby with lovable lug James (John Travolta). While the happy couple are thrilled by their new arrival, Molly's firstborn, the precocious toddler, Mikey (Bruce Willis), is frustrated at all the attention his smart-mouthed infant sister (Roseanne Barr) is garnering. As the rivalry heats up, Mikey decides to take a stand by mastering his potty training.
12Lisa Kudrow, Damon Wayans, Richard BenjaminWhen protest breaks out over Dr. S's new CD, the owner of the rapper's record label, Ben Feld, is hospitalized by a heart attack. But his pampered daughter Marci, who's never set foot in the business world, steps in, stands up to Dr. S, and tries to tone down his bad-boy edge.
13Damon Wayans: Still Standing
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14Geena Davis, Jeff Goldblum, Julie BrownIn this musical comedy, Valerie (Geena Davis) is dealing with her philandering fiancé, Ted (Charles Rocket), when she finds that a trio of aliens (Jeff Goldblum, Jim Carrey, Damon Wayans) have crashed their spaceship into her swimming pool. Once the furry beings are shaved at her girlfriend's salon, the women discover three handsome men underneath. After absorbing the native culture via television, the spacemen are ready to hit the dating scene in 1980s Los Angeles.More Earth Girls Are Easy- #327 of 399 onThe Best Movies Of The 1980s, Ranked
- #278 of 279 on'Old' Movies Every Young Person Needs To Watch In Their Lifetime
- #80 of 122 onThe Best Movies Of 1988
15Steve Martin, Daryl Hannah, Rick RossovichIn the charming romantic comedy Roxanne, we meet C.D. Bales (Steve Martin), a witty and well-liked fire chief in a small town, who happens to have an unusually large nose. He falls for the beautiful Roxanne Kowalski (Daryl Hannah), a smart astronomer new to the town. However, Roxanne is smitten with Chris McConnell (Rick Rossovich), a handsome but dim-witted firefighter under Bales's command. In a twist of Cyrano de Bergerac-style love triangle, Bales helps McConnell woo Roxanne, while secretly harboring his own feelings for her. This film gracefully intertwines humor and heartache, showcasing Martin's comedic genius and Hannah's captivating performance.More Roxanne- #183 of 399 onThe Best Movies Of The 1980s, Ranked
- #112 of 233 onThe Best '80s Comedy Movies, Ranked
- #209 of 702 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
16Damon Wayans, Savion Glover, Jada Pinkett SmithA blistering satire of network television's pitfalls and prejudices, a humorous look at how race, ratings and the pursuit of power lead to a television writer's stunning rise and tragic downfall. Pierre Delacroix, a young, Harvard-educated man, who is the sole person of color, writing for an upstart network with floundering ratings. Despite several attempts, Delacroix has yet to see any of his concepts go into production.More Bamboozled- #326 of 468 onThe Best Black Movies Ever Made, Ranked
- #88 of 98 onMovies About Racism Against Black People
- #48 of 61 onThe Very Best Black Movies Of The 2000s
17Harlem Aria
Damon Wayans, Paul Sorvino, Nicole Ari ParkerHarlem Aria is a 1999 drama film written and directed by William Jennings.
18Sally Field, Tom Hanks, John GoodmanLilah Krytsick (Sally Field) is a mother and housewife who's always believed she could be a stand-up comedian. Steven Gold (Tom Hanks) is an experienced stand-up seemingly on the cusp of success. When the two meet, they form an unlikely friendship, and Steven tries to help the untried Lilah develop her stage act. Despite the objections of her family and some very wobbly beginnings, Lilah improves, and soon she finds herself competing with Steven for a coveted television spot.
19Never Better
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20Starz Inside: Ladies or Gentlemen
Robin Williams, RuPaul, Damon Wayans
21Herd Mentality
Eliza Dushku, Damon Wayans, Danny ComdenHerd Mentality is a 2011 comedy TV film written by Bill Martin and Mike Schiff and directed by Andy Cadiff.
22Damon Wayans, Mark Curry, Robbin Harris- 23
Damon Wayans: The Last Stand?
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24Roar of the Crowd
Eliza Dushku, Aisha Tyler, Damon WayansRoar of the Crowd is a 2011 Comedy TV Movie written by Bill Martin and Mike Schiff and directed by Andy Cadiff.
