Watch Martin: The Reunion

After 20 years off the air, the iconic 1990s sitcom Martin finally returns with Martin: The Reunion, bringing back original cast members Martin Lawrence, Tisha Campbell, Tichina Arnold and Carl Anthony Payne II. Set in the present day, the reunion special sees the old gang getting back together again to reminisce about the good old days.

Martin Payne is as lively and animated as ever, though now married with a teenage son and settling into family life. The reunion brings Martin back together with his old crew - best friend Tommy, ex-girlfriend Gina and her best friend Pam. Though they've all gone their separate ways over the years, their old chemistry is still there when they reunite at Martin's house.

There are lots of laughs as the friends remember and poke fun at each other's past dating disasters, fashion faux pas, embarrassing moments and old feuds. Martin's momma Bruh-man also makes an appearance, delivering her trademark insults and no-nonsense advice. The gang recounts old stories and inside jokes that only real friends would remember.

Of course, the reunion special has to include some of those classic Martin moments - like Martin's over-the-top characters and pranks he used to pull on Gina. Martin does a few of his iconic impersonations, taking everyone on a nostalgia trip. There are flashback clips from the original series sprinkled throughout, taking viewers back to the good old days of Martin.

Though they joke about old times, Martin and the crew also have serious conversations about how much they mean to each other and the role the show played in their lives. They talk about the social impact of Martin, being one of the iconic Black sitcoms of its era. There are reflections on 90s culture and how society has changed over the years.

Overall the mood is celebratory - old friends reunited and reveling in the memories they created. The chemistry between the actors feels as natural as ever; the rapid-fire insults, witty comebacks and uproarious physical comedy Martin was known for is on full display. By the end, the friends are vowing to not let so much time pass before getting the crew back together again.

Martin: The Reunion balances the laughs with emotional, heartfelt moments between characters we know and love. It rewards longtime fans with inside references and a nostalgia trip, while also introducing these iconic characters to a new generation. The show reminds us why we fell in love with Martin in the first place - the humor, heart and chemistry is still there after all these years. Martin Lawrence proves he's still got it in this funny, feel-good reunion special.

Martin: The Reunion is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (1 episodes). The series first aired on June 16, 2022.