MARLON WAYANS ATLANTA MEDIA DINNER FOR NBC’s MARLON Thursday 10 August, 2017
I am so excited to talk about this upcoming media mixer and dinner with the talented Marlon Wayans. Many of us know one of the youngest Wayans as the stars from classic shows and movies such as The Wayans Bros, Scary Movie, Haunted House and more! Everyone loves the Wayans family and Marlon is coming into his own with his own show on NBC self-titled “MARLON” that myself and other Atlanta media got to personally chat with him about. Description: Loosely inspired by the real life of star Marlon Wayans (“In Living Color,” “Scary Movie”), this update to the classic family comedy centers on a loving (but sometimes inappropriate) father committed to co-parenting his two kids with his very-together ex-wife. While his misguided fatherly advice, unstoppable larger-than-life personality and unpredictable Internet superstardom might get in the way sometimes, for Marlon family really always does come first — even if he’s the biggest kid of all.
MARLON TRAILER
The cast includes Marlon Wayans, Essence Atkins, Notlim Taylor, Amir O’Neil, Bresha Webb and Diallo Riddle.Christopher Moynihan serves as writer and executive producer. Marlon Wayans, Rick Alvarez, Michael Rotenberg and director Andy Ackerman (pilot) also executive produce. “Marlon” is produced by Universal Television, Wayans Brothers Entertainment, Bicycle Path Productions and 3 Arts Entertainment.
It was cool to do this roundtable interview with Marlon to talk about his self-title show that is debuting on NBC August 16th. Marlon The funny modern day sitcom is what television is needing today. It gives you the feel of how sitcoms were in the 90s and even had this done in front of a live studio audience. We are in the television age of extreme drama shows or reality television. It’s very few shows and in between that are comedy focused in 2017. We need more laughter, and what’s even better is laugher that is family focused. Marlon highly reminds me of Damon’s Wayans 2001-2005 highly successful sitcom My Wife and Kids with a mix of 90s Martin/Fresh Prince of Bel Air flare. Marlon made it clear to me the Marlon he played in the 90s from The Wayans Bros to the Marlon on this current self-tited show they are NOT the same. Both goofy, but present day Marlon is definitely more mature and is definitely family focus. It’s a side of Marlon we haven’t seen yet on the screen, even though he is a father in real life. Marlon is a show that was highly inspired by Marlon’s real life family dynamics and even stories he was able to incorporate into the show.
It’s just really great to see Marlon keep the Wayans family funny legacy going. I have seen a few episodes myself and I was laughing so hard at the show from some of his antic. His co-star, Essence Atkins (also co-star with him in ‘Haunted House’) have amazing chemistry and it is an awesome story-line on a newly divorced parental unit who are remaining friends while coparenting. It’s a show you can definitely watch with your family and bring back family television night with this show! But Marlon has been working, he has not only this show debuting this month but a movie too! He has a Netflix original movie called Naked that he stars in and will be streaming on the platform as well. Check out the trailer for that below.
NAKED, starring Marlon Wayans premieres on Netflix on Friday, August 11th
Premieres on Wednesday, August 16th at 9/8c
Official Website: https://www.nbc.com/marlon @NBCMarlon Hashtag: #Marlon
Suh-WEET! I didn’t know he had a new series coming out! Marlon is such a funny dude. I know this is going to be awesome.
It looks like you had a great time. Events like this are always a blast. I didn’t know Marlon Wayans had a new series coming. I’ll have to check it out.
OMG we just saw MArlon Wayans last night. He opened for Dave Chappelle. He was pretty funny! I hope his new show goes well.
I’m actually really looking forward to this show. It will be so hilarious!
I love a family comedy so my family and I will be tuned in to watch. He is coming to our area next week.
It looks like you had a wonderful time at the event. I will have to check out Marlon.
I am looking forward to watching this. I love the Wayans family and I know this will be just as funny as all the other Wayans shows.
What a great list of actors and actresses all on one show! I had never heard of MARLON before reading your post.
I just saw the previews for this show the other day, can’t wait to watch it! He is always funny so I hope the show is good and stays around for a while!
Marlon has always been one of my favorite of the Wayans brothers. I am so stoked for his new comedy. It looks so funny!
I have been such a big fan of Marlon Wayans for years. I would love to go to this event.
Love this guy! It’s definitely awesome that you got the chance to talk to him. He’s funny and he definitely deserves the opportunities that he’s getting.
Marlon is such a cutie! I’m happy to see him returning to TV!! I will look for his new movie on Netflix also. Thanks for sharing!
I’ve loved the Wayans siblings since back in the Days of In Living Color. They are just such talented writers and actors. I will definitely be checking out his new show when I get the chance.
Wow! This man does not age! I have to figure out his secret. Looking forward to his show!
That’s pretty awesome! I love Marlon Wayans and his movies! I think my fave will always be White Chicks, lol.
I have always loved Marlon Wayans! He is so down to earth and hilarious!
Oh what a fun event this must have been! I’m all for new shows, especially comedy ones, so I will definitely be checking this out. You can never have too many TV shows to watch, right?! 😉
I will be checking the series out, always need some laughter and I’m sure that will have a ton of it.
I had never heard of him before reading this post. I need to check him out and his movies. xx corinne
Looks like he’s been working hard!! I hope his new show is a success!!
I hadn’t heard of this show! I just got offered a free trial with netflix if I come back. Maybe I should get it just so I can see this new show!
That sounds so fun to watch! What an opportunity to attend that event! Thanks for sharing!
Ha, you make it sound appealing. I think it would be fun to watch.
Wow what a cool opportunity! I have to check this show out now!
Looks like another fun series to look forward to! I will have to let my sister know about this. We both love good comedy shows which is so rare nowadays.
Thanks for letting me know about this show. It is so refreshing to be able to find a good comedy show in the midst of all these reality shows.
I think that will be an awesome show!! What a fun night
I haven’t heard of this show, but we just finished binge watching a series and are looking for something to check out. I’ll put this on the calendar.
I love Marlon! I think this show is going to be pretty funny, cool and creative concept.
Essences is one of my favorite actresses. Im sure they will have great on screen chemistry.
Marlon Wayans is so funny, I love him in Scary Movie. How exciting to be part of the media dinner.
i love marlon wayons. i love the whole family. They’re so talented. I’m going to check Naked out and excited about his new show. Now, if only they could bring back In Living Color even for just a reunioin show or something.
This sounds like a hilarious show. I’ve always liked his movies, so I’m sure I’ll like this. I’ll have to check it out.
He’s such a funny dude, but he’s so personable, too! What an opportunity for you!
I love shows and sitcoms that are comedies, that will get you laughing. I hope to catch Marlon on my t.v. as I love watching shows that depict real life stories.
Its really cool that you got to meet him and listen to his take on his show and movie. I just watched Naked and felt like it was a very different kind of role for him. I will look into “Marlon” thanks for putting in the trailer. It was pretty funny.
I. Love. MARLON. Since the premier I can be heard singing “Marlon Marlon Marlon Marlon Marlon” everytime it comes on! I have always been a fan of the Wayans but Marlon has taken the life of a YouTuber and gave it a twist I love to watch! Great Show with many seasons ahead I hope!
I really enjoyed the show he had with his brother Shawn so I’ll definitely check this new show out.
I haven’t checked out either show. But once I get caught up on Power I’ll have to add this one in.
Marlon has absolutely always been my favorite Wayan! From the Wayans brothers, to 6th man, etc. So happy to see him getting his own show and I look forward to watching it, I caught the first episode and he is too funny!
So I missed the debut but I need to find the show and watch. I loved the 90’s sitcom and we are certainly missing that element in the new generation. So cool that you all were able to interview him at a round table discussion.
I will have to check out Naked on Netflix. I love watching series with the Wayans brother. They are funny and entertaining.
I still think Marlon is a cutie. I don’t know about him and these tight jeans but… 😀 I haven’t seen the new show yet. I’m hearing a lot of good things about it. I just miss him and Shawn on the Wayans Bros. that was my show!!
I love Marlon’s new show. I have not watched his new movie yet but his show is hysterical! I really hope it sticks around!