Marlon Wayans is getting into business with TBS.
The network has given the greenlight to a new series, which bears the working title “Funniest Wins,” which will feature Wayans, along with his comedian friends and family members, seeking out the funniest multi-talented comedian out there.
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TBS has ordered eight one-hour episodes.
The series, which is being produced by Workaholic/Marlon and Eyeworks USA, joins TBS’s roster of comedic competition series, which already included “King of the Nerds” and “Deal With It.”
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“In Living Color” alum Wayans is executive producing the series, along with Rick Alvarez, Lisa Blum, JD Roth, Todd A. Nelson, Brant Pinvidic and Adam Kaloustian. Steve Harris will serve as producer.