The Wayans Bros.
Overview
The Wayans Bros. delivers a comedic glimpse into the lives of real-life siblings Shawn and Marlon Wayans, who previously gained fame on the sketch comedy hit In Living Color. Airing from January 1995 to May 1999 on The WB, this sitcom showcases the hilarious interactions and misadventures of the brothers, along with their quirky father played by John Witherspoon and their no-nonsense mother portrayed by Anna Maria Horsford. With its sharp humor and relatable family dynamics, the show became a beloved staple of 90s television.
Episodes
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1
Goop-Hair-It-Is
Shawn and Marlon find themselves in over their heads when they decide to seize control of the production and advertising for a hair care product named...
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2
First Class
Marlon experiences a stroke of luck when he's mistakenly identified as renowned basketball player John Starkes. This mix-up leads him to secure first...
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3
I'm Too Sexy for My Brother
Shawn faces a stern lecture from his younger brother after he meddles in Marlon's emerging modeling career. Despite his interference, Shawn unexpecte...
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4
Free Wally
As Lisa and Shawn's romance faces challenges from Marlon's relentless meddling, Marlon decides to take drastic action to repair the situation. He surp...
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5
My Fair Marlon
In this episode, Shawn steps into the role of Cyrano, assisting Marlon in his quest to woo the woman of his dreams after they connect at a poetry read...
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6
Pops Moves In
In the episode "Pops Moves In," Shawn and Marlon encourage their father, Pops, to go against their mother's wishes. However, their plan backfires when...
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7
Afro Cab
In the episode "Afro Cab," Shawn attempts to guide his brother Marlon toward a promising new job. However, his well-meaning intentions take an unexpec...
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8
The Shawn-Shank Redemption
Shawn and Marlon find themselves in a tricky situation when their plan to settle overdue parking tickets goes awry. Instead of heading to the courthou...
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9
ER
In this episode of ER, Marlon finds himself in a predicament after accidentally sitting on a staple gun, leading him to borrow Shawn's health-care car...
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10
The Poppa-Cabana
As Pops prepares for his vacation, he chooses to give Marlon a shot at managing the diner in his absence. However, Marlon's poorly thought-out plans ...
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11
It's Shawn! It's Marlon! It's Superboys!
Shawn and Marlon believe they are hitting the jackpot when a slumlord presents them with the opportunity to work as building superintendents. Excited...
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12
Pulp Marlon
Marlon finds himself grappling with the true essence of the phrase "love hurts" when he gets entangled with the spouse of a notorious hit man. As thei...
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13
Brazilla vs. Rodney
In the episode "Brazilla vs. Rodney," Shawn and Marlon embark on a new venture as children's entertainers, eager to bring joy to kids' parties. Howeve...
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1
Shawn Takes a New Stand
After losing his job, Shawn grapples with his pride and ultimately decides to turn to Pops for financial help. In this challenging moment, he navigate...
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2
Fatal Subtraction
Shawn's girlfriend inundates him with a barrage of gifts, which causes Marlon to perceive her as overly manipulative. As Shawn revels in the attention...
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3
Blood is Thicker Than Watercolor
Marlon finds himself in a whirlwind of excitement when he's wrongly identified as an emerging artist, leading to inflated confidence and high hopes. H...
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4
Two Men and a Baby
Shawn and Marlon discover a baby abandoned on their doorstep, accompanied by a note addressed to the father from someone named "T." Confusion ensues a...
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5
Loot
Shawn, Marlon, Pops, Lou, and Monique envision a bright future when they stumble upon $100,000 hidden in an ashtray in the lobby. However, Lou insist...
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6
The Liar's Club
Marlon becomes envious when Monique pretends to be married to Shawn to impress her college rival, Otis Campbell. When Otis invites the "couple" to a ...
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7
Scared Straight
On Halloween, Pops honors the ghost of Cassandra Malloy, a deceased woman he believes haunts the building, by placing a cup of coffee and a doughnut ...
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8
Head of State
Marlon learns that President Clinton's motorcade will be driving by Pops' diner and that the restroom will be accessible for the President if he need...
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9
The Sting
In "The Sting," Shawn absorbs Pops' warnings about the dangers of poker, yet he ultimately decides to gamble everything he has on one hand, resulting ...
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10
Think Fast
After Marlon decides to leave the family basketball team, Pops seeks help from Monique, who has a knack for motivating him. The Williams brothers fac...
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11
Farmer's Daughter
Shawn and Marlon are apprehensive about their cousin Sheila's upcoming visit from the countryside. Upon her arrival, they learn that she is heartbrok...
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12
Psycho Santa
In a shocking turn of events, Santa is seen loading a gun and ensuring it's ready for action. He takes Pops and the gang hostage, furious at their la...
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13
Getting It
In a quest to overcome their loneliness, Shawn and Marlon heed Pops' advice and visit a church bazaar. There, Shawn encounters the girl of his dreams,...
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14
Who's in Charge Here?
With Pops secretly enjoying being sick in bed, the boys try to force his hand by turning the diner over to White Mike, hoping he'll do so a bad job th...
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15
The Odd Couples
Following a heated dispute with Shawn, Marlon resolves to assert his independence by moving out. He finds a new roommate in White Mike, while Shawn w...
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16
Hearts and Flowers
Shawn’s carefully crafted Valentine's Day surprises backfire when his girlfriend discovers his infidelity and chooses Marlon instead. Simultaneously...
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17
Love Letter / The Ghetto Gourmets
When the producer of a morning talk show reminiscent of Regis & Kathie Lee invites Pops to showcase his chili, Marlon and Shawn eagerly join him as h...
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18
A Hero's Story
Shawn heroically saves a boy struck by a car outside the Niedermeyer Building. After performing CPR, he rushes to call for help, leaving Marlon by the...
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19
It Takes a Thief
Dee becomes infatuated with a charming jewelry salesman who preys on vulnerable single women. As she plans her wedding, Shawn and Marlon realize they ...
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20
New Lease on Life
Shawn faces a crucial choice when Mrs. Niedermeyer, the attractive owner of the building housing his newsstand, shows romantic interest in him. Tempte...
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21
Mama, I Wanna Act
Marlon's friend Stacey, an aspiring actress, persuades him to assist her in auditioning for the prestigious Tisch School of Performing Arts. This expe...
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22
Trial and Error
Title: Trial and Error In this episode, Marlon has a mishap when he slips on Shawn's spilled coffee, resulting in a broken leg that prevents him from...
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1
Grandma's in the Hiz-House
Shawn and Marlon welcome Grandma into their home, but soon find her presence disrupts their carefree bachelor lifestyle. Determined to reclaim their f...
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2
Unbrotherly Love
Shawn is taken aback when his girlfriend breaks up with him in favor of Marlon. Convinced she’s only attempting to provoke jealousy, he devises a p...
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3
Movin' On Up
Shawn begins to associate with an upscale yuppie group, abandoning his childhood friends from the neighborhood and pretending to be a successful busi...
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4
Gots to Have a J.O.B.
Marlon rises to fame after landing a role in a popular series of malt-liquor commercials, but his newfound success comes with complications. As he em...
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5
Trippin'
Marlon, who is passionate about competitions, strikes gold when he wins a vacation for two. However, things take a turn when Shawn, Pops, and Grandma...
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6
Drama for Yo' Mama
In a bid to secure a new chair for their mother, the brothers create an emotional backstory and triumph in a magazine's Wish of the Year contest, ear...
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7
Family Business
A chaotic food fight ensues when Uncle Nate sets up his lunch truck right across from Pops' diner, drawing away his loyal customers. Tensions rise as ...
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8
An Officer and a Homegirl
Dee loses her temper when her sister Natalie contemplates abandoning her bright future in the Air Force for the sake of the clueless Marlon. Dee is f...
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9
The Return of the Temptones
Pops decides to reconnect with his former singing group for a much-anticipated reunion, aiming for a triumphant return to the stage. However, he quick...
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10
Going to the Net
Shawn develops a crush on a more experienced woman, Grier, while Marlon encounters an adventurous young woman who introduces him to a world of excite...
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11
Do the Wrong Thing
Shawn takes on the role of Marlon's agent but inadvertently sabotages his struggling acting career by insisting on lavish treatment. Meanwhile, Pops a...
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12
Boyz in the Woods
Pops insists that the boys embark on a camping trip, eager for some bonding time. However, he’s disappointed to discover that their version of “qu...
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13
Life Without Marlon
In a unique take on the classic movie It's a Wonderful Life, Marlon's guardian angel reveals the impact of his absence by showcasing a world where he ...
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14
Unusual Suspects
After Marlon's apartment is broken into, he begins to suspect that a friend in distress might actually be driven by greed. His suspicions arise when ...
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15
Goodbye Mr. Gibbs
In "Goodbye Mr. Gibbs," Shawn and Marlon hatch a plan to prank their despised junior high teacher, Mr. Gibbs. However, their scheme takes an unexpecte...
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16
Risky Bid-ness
Shawn believes he's hit the big time after securing a position at the advertising agency in his building. However, his excitement quickly fades when ...
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17
Pops' Secret
Pops begins to don elegant attire, shuts the diner earlier than usual, and spends late nights out, prompting Shawn and Marlon to wonder if he’s inv...
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18
I Do...
Marlon's romance with his girlfriend takes an unexpected turn when her overbearing brother discovers their blossoming relationship. The neighborhood ...
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19
Dee's Baby Daddy
In the episode titled "Dee's Baby Daddy," Dee finds herself unexpectedly assisting a woman in labor, leading to the emergence of her nurturing side. A...
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20
The Black Widower
The boys grow increasingly uneasy when they set up their lonely Grandma with Fred, a charming regular at the diner. Their concerns escalate when they ...
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21
Say It Ain't So Marlon
Marlon seeks revenge against a former Little League teammate he believes sabotaged his shot at a professional baseball career by stealing the spotligh...
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22
Marlon Goes On the Road
Shawn's aspirations to grow "Williams Brothers News" take an unexpected turn when Marlon secures a role in a national musical featuring R&B sensation...
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Marlon's Return
After an exhilarating three-month tour in a musical featuring Keith Sweat, Marlon is back home, filled with excitement. However, his brother Shawn qui...
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2
Prom Fright
Shawn realizes that his ongoing relationship issues stem from the painful experience of being stood up at prom. To confront his past, Marlon steps in ...
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3
Pops' Daughter
Pops is taken aback when a stunning young woman starts frequenting the diner, probing into his history with an array of curious questions. Her unexpec...
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4
Stand Up Guy
On his debut night as a stand-up comedian, Marlon is feeling the excitement, but his routine takes a turn when he starts to poke fun at Pops's culina...
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5
Unspoken Token
Shawn is disheartened to discover that he was selected for a position at a cutting-edge tech firm primarily due to his race. Frustrated by this reali...
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6
Odd Man Out
Marlon finds himself the target of a series of immature pranks when Terrell, an old high-school friend of Shawn, makes a surprise visit. As the antic...
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7
Pops' Last Hurrah
Shawn and Marlon initially feel uneasy, but soon they are completely terrified when a string of miscommunications makes them think Pops only has week...
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8
I Was En Vogue's Love Slave
Marlon finds himself in hot water as he faces a staggering $25 million lawsuit due to a tabloid's scandalous claim that he is the "love slave" of the...
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9
Can I Get A Witness?
The Williams family is placed under police protection after Marlon observes a bank robbery and the culprit sends his big brother to deal with any witn...
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10
Ted's Revenge
Shawn's ex-boss, Ted, emerges from a mental health facility with a vendetta against Shawn for his role in Ted's dismissal from the advertising agency...
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11
All in the Family Feud
The Williams family gets the exciting opportunity to participate in the television quiz show "Family Battle." Eager to boost their chances of success,...
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12
Raging Marlon
Marlon finds himself in an unexpected showdown with ex-boxing champion Hector "Hot-Pepper" Lopez after Hector boasts about unintentionally knocking h...
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13
The Son of Marlon
Shawn sets Marlon up with a stunning woman, conveniently leaving out an important detail—she has a 7-year-old son. Despite this surprise, Marlon qu...
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14
Dee's Deelemma
Dee finds her budding romance with a reserved dentist crumbling as Marlon and Shawn meddle in their relationship. Their antics create misunderstanding...
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15
Independence Day
Marlon's aspiration to secure his own apartment quickly devolves into chaos when his supposedly upscale residence begins to deteriorate. To make matt...
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16
Help A Brother Out
In "Help A Brother Out," Marlon forms a friendship with a homeless man to gain insights and experiences for his audition as a vagrant in a forthcoming...
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17
The Rich Girl
Shawn is apprehensive about introducing his girlfriend to his well-to-do father, fearing that his family’s quirks might cause him to lose face. As h...
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18
Busta Saves the Day
Shawn and Marlon find themselves in trouble when they are caught scalping tickets to a Busta Rhymes concert. In a desperate bid to avoid punishment, t...
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19
Talk is Cheap
In this episode, Shawn and Marlon make a guest appearance on "The Jerry Springer Show." They are taken aback when host Jerry Springer unveils some sc...
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20
Bringing It All Back Home
The boys devise a plan to stop Pops from putting his house on the market. Determined to preserve their family's legacy, they brainstorm various strate...
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21
Recipe for Success
Shawn and Marlon attempt to caution an eager Pops about the chili he plans to submit to a prestigious food festival, pointing out that it contains one...
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22
Fire!
Shawn finds himself in a tight spot when a shady accountant plunges him into serious financial trouble. Just when he thinks things can't get worse, th...
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1
Brother Can You Spare A Dime?
Amazing as it sounds, Marlon has an acting gig and Shawn is the one hard up for cash. With the newsstand still out of circulation, Shawn has do some m...
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2
Six Degrees of Marlon
In a bid to elevate his sitcom, Everybody Loves Everybody, Marlon seeks greater visibility. His manager, Shawn, secures a major romantic storyline fo...
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3
Pops' Campaign
As Pops embarks on his journey to secure a seat on the city council, he finds himself engaging in negative campaigning. Instead of focusing on his own...
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4
Romeo & J'Leeta
The rivalry between restaurant owners Pops and Rick intensifies in this episode, fueled by malicious rumors that escalate their feud. Complicating mat...
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5
Ho's on First
Shawn becomes concerned that Marlon might be making a mistake in his new relationship, given that his girlfriend has a dubious history. His worries i...
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6
Escorting Ain't Easy
When Pops rekindles a romance with an old sweetheart, Shawn and Marlon take it upon themselves to persuade her that she’s made a mistake by getting ...
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7
The Kiss
At a lively concert featuring Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott, Shawn and Dee share a fun-filled evening that hints at a deeper connection. Although it's ...
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8
The High Life
Shawn finds himself in a dilemma as he investigates Marlon's connection to a drug-using actor he looks up to, particularly with an important audition ...
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9
Misery
Marlon, a semi-celebrated figure, finally encounters a devoted fan, but things take a dark turn when she turns out to be dangerously obsessed and abd...
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10
Marlon Joins A Cult
Marlon's family springs into action when he unwittingly becomes involved with a cult after enrolling in what he believes is an acting workshop aimed a...
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11
A Country Christmas
Cousin Sheila extends an invitation to Marlon, Shawn, Dee, and Pops to celebrate Christmas at her farm. Upon arrival, they are taken aback to learn t...
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12
Green Card
Shawn makes the choice to marry an immigrant to help her secure her citizenship, requiring her to reside with him for six months. However, he quickly...
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13
Big Brother
Shawn takes on the role of a "big brother" to a young boy, inspired by Marlon's earlier experience. However, he quickly discovers that his new mentee ...
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14
Saving Private Marlon
Upon securing a significant part in a war film, Marlon opts to delve into the military lifestyle by visiting a local base. There, the commanding offi...
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15
Jump!
After Marlon and Shawn poke fun at Dee for her job as a security guard, their jokes lead to her suspension without pay. Realizing the impact of their ...
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16
Pops Gets Evicted
Shawn proposes innovative concepts for enhancing the lobby area, which piques the interest of the building's owner. In an exciting turn, the owner pr...
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17
Crazy 4 U
Marlon and Shawn find themselves in a comical predicament as they vie for the affection of Dawn, a captivating psychiatrist who has recently moved int...
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18
Hip Hop Pops
In the episode "Hip Hop Pops," Marlon and Shawn make it their mission to lift Pops' spirits following his 50th birthday slump. However, their well-int...
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19
Everybody Loves Shawn
Shawn unexpectedly becomes a sensation following a brief appearance on Marlon's television program, much to the annoyance of his brother. As Shawn rev...
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20
Dreamgirl
In the episode titled "Dreamgirl," a renowned singer becomes intrigued by Shawn's lack of interest in her, leading to an unexpected rivalry. As she pu...
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21
Three on a Couch
After running into an old friend who has achieved great success, Shawn begins to believe that his family's influence is the reason he hasn't reached s...
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22
Rope-a-Dope
In the episode "Rope-a-Dope," Shawn and Marlon decide to sell their father's boxing memorabilia, thinking it will bring in some quick cash. However, t...
