Hammertime

TV-PG2009•1h 0m

It's Hammertime in this A&E series that features a peek inside the life of Stanley Burrell, aka M.C. Hammer, who's experienced the exhilaration of selling more than 50 million albums to the despair of bankruptcy. Back on his feet financially, Hammer now spends his days running his music label, performing, juggling speaking engagements and being a family man to his wife of more than 23 years and their six kids, ranging in age from 3 to 21.

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Production

3 Ball Productions

Language

Status

Canceled

First Aired

June 14, 2009

Last Aired

July 26, 2009

Networks

A&E

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Shaping Up!

Air date: 2009-06-14

In the series premiere, the Hammer family does some much needed Spring cleaning, uncovering lost memorabilia and wardrobe in Hammer's closet. Hammer attends a take-your-dad-to-school-day with his son and auditions a cousin to be a member of his dance crew.

Moving Forward

Air date: 2009-06-14

Viewers learn the touching story of why nephew Jamaris lives with Hammer and the two go on a tour of Stanford University where Hammer speaks on a social media panel. Hammer goes into the studio with his two daughters and A'Keiba challenges her shy younger sister Sarah to sing at an open mic night.

On The Road Again

Air date: 2009-06-21

In this one hour special, Hammer books a huge concert in Utah that will reunite him with fellow performer and old friend Vanilla Ice.

That's A Bet!

Air date: 2009-06-28

Hammer's father, "Pops" comes to town for a visit with the family. Stephanie decides to set Marv up on a blind date with one of her friends, but only after he agrees to a complete makeover. While Hammer, Pops and the kids go fishing, Stephanie takes Marv to the salon where he gets a new look and a few dating tips.

Daddy Daycare

Air date: 2009-06-28

A'Keiba returns home from college and the Hammer girls prepare for a much needed spa weekend away. Hammer and the boys plan a bachelor weekend, but when the boys invite more than a dozen friends over, chaos ensues and life without the girls proves to be less of a treat, and more of a chore than expected.

Vegas Baby!

Air date: 2009-07-12

The Hammer Family heads out to Vegas for Grandma Betty's 70th birthday party. Hammer surprises his mom with a huge birthday surprise; he's moving her back to Tracy. While in Vegas, Hammer sets out to launch his Full Blast artists: Stooge Playaz, Dasit, and Pleasure Ellis. They premiere their music at Vegas' hottest radio station and clubs.

Home Cookin'

Air date: 2009-07-12

Hammer's mother, Betty, has made the move back to Tracy and Hammer must find her a house. Hammer searches for a home for his mother, Betty, in California. Meanwhile, A'keiba wants her family to share her vegetarian lifestyle, and Jeremiah discovers he'll needs braces.

The Lost Episode

Air date: 2009-07-19

In this "lost episode", Hammer tries to book a huge show in Las Vegas appropriately named "HammerTime Las Vegas." Booby and Hammer have a dance off on Hammer's Dancejam website, and if Hammer loses the competition, he promises to install a swimming pool for the family.

Giving Back

Air date: 2009-07-19

Jeremiah serves Hammer and Stephanie breakfast in bed. Hammer thinks there's something fishy. Jamaris and Booby wash Hammer's car. Jeremiah reveals, "It's a scam." They're only doing it to get what they want. Hammer decides to teach the kids a lesson and tells them they're going to Stockton to help feed the homeless.

E10

Family Vacation

Air date: 2009-07-26

It's Spring Break and Hammer and his entire family hit the North Shore of Oahu for some fun in the sun. Hammer decides to surprise Stephanie by proposing to her again after 23 years of marriage and the trip culminates with an emotional vow renewal ceremony that the whole family takes part in.

E11

Love Is In The Air

Air date: 2009-07-26

Jamaris has big plans for his senior prom. He wants to wear the original suit from Hammer's video for "U Can't Touch This" and do the Hammer dance onstage! Hammer's not so sure about letting someone else wear the famed suit for the first time ever, so Jamaris will have to pass a test... Meanwhile, Stephanie is finding herself stretched thin by taking care of such a large family.