If writer-director-star Tyler Perry makes good on his threat to make “A Madea Family Funeral” the final film featuring his larger-than-life comedic heroine, then Madea will going out with a whimper ...

For 20 years, Tyler Perry’s Madea has delivered laughs, tough love and some valuable life lessons in between. Madea, short for Mabel Simmons, is the no-filter grandmother figure fans have grown to ...

Tyler Perry‘s most famous character, Madea, has appeared in nearly half the director’s films: a gun-toting, “Hallelu-yer”-shouting force of nature, and an outrageous drag tribute to his mother and ...

Before Perry struck creative gold in Hollywood, he shared his art with live theater audiences. Following in the footsteps of the likes of TV stars Flip Wilson and Martin Lawrence, Perry found success ...

When you purchase a ticket for an independently reviewed film through our site, we earn an affiliate commission. By A.O. Scott Just to reassure you: Madea does not die in “A Madea Family Funeral.” ...

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - U.S. actor and director Tyler Perry on Wednesday announced the death of his mother, who he has previously credited as helping inspire the iconic Madea character in a string of ...

Tyler Perry fans shouldn’t miss Madea’s Farewell Play at 8 p.m. followed by the return of The Oval at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT on BET tonight, Feb. 16. You can also watch the shows on FuboTV, Philo and Sling.

Madea stars in her first animated movie! With her hilarious mix of sass and wisdom, Madea proves that behind her tough exterior is a lot of love. Violence/flashing images. (2015)(64 mins) ...

After a hilarious run-in with the law, Madea is sentenced to community service. Determined to do good for the 'hood, Madea enlists Aunt Bam and Uncle Joe to try to save the Moms Mabley Youth Center ...