
Damon Wayans
ActingAbout Damon Wayans
Damon Kyle Wayans Sr. (born September 4, 1960) is an American actor, comedian, producer, and writer. He's best know for his role as Michael Kyle on the sitcom My Wife and Kids as well as his comedic work on In Living Color. He performed as a comedian and actor throughout the 1980s, including a year long stint on the sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live. His true breakthrough, however, came as writer and performer on FOX's sketch comedy show In Living Color (1990-1992), on his animated series Waynehead (1996-1997), and on his TV series Damon (1998). Since then, he has starred in a number of films and television shows, some of which he has co-produced or co-written, including Beverly Hills Cop, The Last Boy Scout, and Major Payne and the sitcom My Wife and Kids. From 2016 to 2019, he starred as Roger Murtaugh in the television series Lethal Weapon. He is a member of the Wayans family of entertainers.
Damon Wayans Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Damon Wayans reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 36 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Damon Wayans's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 31% of Damon Wayans's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Damon Wayans Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Damon Wayans's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Damon Wayans has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
Damon Wayans - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Damon Wayans?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Damon Wayans is "Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Damon Wayans acted in?
Damon Wayans has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Damon Wayans?
Other notable films include "Live in Front of a Studio Audience: The Facts of Life and Diff'rent Strokes", "Harlem Aria", and "Damon Wayans: The Last Stand".




