Considered one of the most successful African-American filmmakers ever, Tyler Perry is a screenplay writer, playwright, author, director, and actor, who rose to prominence with his character Madea, a trash-talking grandmother whom he introduced in his play ‘I Can Do Bad All by Myself’ (2000). Played by Perry himself, Madea has been a part of many subsequent plays that have also been adapted into films. These include ‘Diary of a Mad Black Woman,’ ‘Madea’s Family Reunion,’ and ‘Madea Goes to Jail.’ Madea is also the main character in his novel ‘Don’t Make a Black Woman Take Off Her Earrings: Madea’s Uninhibited Commentaries on Love and Life,’ a best seller.
His famous show, a non-Madea project, is the comedy-drama series ‘House of Payne,’ which was released in 2007, followed by the films ‘Daddy’s Little Girls’ and ‘Why Did I Get Married.’ Perry eventually opened Tyler Perry Studios, the first film studio outrightly owned by an African American. His later notable works include ‘Meet the Browns’ (TBS), ‘I Can Do Bad All by Myself’ (2009 film adaptation), ‘Precious’ (2009) of which he is an executive producer, and ‘For Colored Girls’ (2010), which he directed. He is a recipient of the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award given by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 2021 for his philanthropic work. Here, we bring you Perry’s upcoming projects!
1. Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Destination Wedding (2025)
Tyler Perry’s ‘Madea’s Destination Wedding,’ the thirteenth film in the ‘Madea’ cinematic universe, has reached its post-production stage at Netflix. The wedding comedy revolves around the rushed marriage of one of Mabel “Madea” Simmons’ granddaughters, Tiffany, in the Bahamas. While Tiffany’s revelation that she is going to get married in two weeks puts the entire family in turmoil, things get worse when she starts to doubt her fiance, Zavier, thereby raising suspicions about the marriage’s legitimacy. The cast includes Perry as Madea / Joe / Brian, Cassi Davis, Tamela J. Mann, David Mann, Diamond White, Taja V. Simpson, and Rocky Myers. It is slated to be released in 2025 but a specific release date is awaited.
2. The Oval Season 6 (2025) & 7 (TBA)
BET+ has renewed the political drama ‘The Oval’ for its seventh season. The principal photography for the seventh installment began in September this year. Perry will be penning the episodes just as he has been for the previous seasons. Season 5 ends with bullets flying everywhere after Hunter orders his mercs to open fire at Victoria and her folks following a failed arrangement. The life of every major character in the show is in danger. Given the cliffhanger of the finale, it waits to be seen who survives in Season 6, which will arrive on January 7, 2025, based on which Season 7 will proceed. However, faces we can expect to return in Season 6 include Ed Quinn as Hunter, Kron Moore as Victoria, Brad Benedict as Kyle, Daniel Croix as Jason, Lodric D. Collins as Donald, Travis Cure as Bobby, and Javon Johnson as Richard.
3. Beauty in Black Part 2 (2025)
Part 2 of Netflix’s drama series ‘Beauty in Black’ is expected to drop in the spring of 2025. Reportedly, the streaming service is eyeing March 13th (Thursday), 2025, as a possible release date for the second batch of episodes. As for the content, we are yet to find out about Kimmie (Taylor Polidore) who slams a car into Body (Tamera Kissen), the latter having kidnapped her sister. Other questions that need to be answered include whether not Lena (Ashley Versher) will blow the whistle on Mallory’s (Crystle Stewart) company, whether Rain (Amber Reign Smith) will recover from her surgical complications, and if Sylvia can be saved or not. A confirmed release date is awaited.
4. Ruthless Season 6 (TBA)
BET+ has renewed the drama series ‘Ruthless’ for its sixth season. The installment’s filming began in July this year. Tyler Perry, who created, wrote, and directed the series, will continue to write and helm the new season. The expected cast members returning for Season 6 include Melissa L. Williams as Ruth Truesdal, Matt Cedeño as The Highest/Tyrone Luckett, Lenny Thomas as Anthony/Dikhan, Baadja-Lyne Odums as Marva, Jaime M. Callica as Brian Rollins, and Blue Kimble as Andrew, among others. A release date is expected soon but will probably be revealed after Season 5 ends.
5. Black, White & Blue (TBA)
Written, directed, and produced by Perry, ‘Black, White & Blue’ is a drama movie that chronicles the story of Fela Blackburn, whose life turns upside down after her husband Rodney Blackburn is killed by a police officer. With the determination to seek justice, she reaches out to her best friend cum lawyer Marley Wells and Marley’s husband Tony, who is a cop turned private investigator. But as they start digging, Fela realizes just how deceitful the world is, filled with betrayals and lies. Considering Perry’s talent as a writer very much capable of hitting the emotional spots, this movie is bound to be emotionally impactful in the way it tackles the plot.
The cast includes Meagan Tandy as Fela Blackburn, Joshua Adeyeye as Rodney Blackburn, Kat Graham as Marley Wells, and Tyler Lepley as Marley’s husband Tony, along with RonReaco Lee, Jimi Stanton, Nick Barrotta, Marcia Harvey, and Shannon Lanier. The film will be released on Amazon Prime Video. It is presently in its post-production stage and updates regarding release are awaited.
6. Joy Ridge (TBA)
Perry is helming an Amazon MGM Studios movie titled ‘Joy Ridge.’ The story, written by him, centers on Joy, a successful designer who seeks a proposal at Christmas. In Wyoming’s mountains, she finds what she truly needs when the man she loves sees her as just a friend. The cast includes Aaron O’Connell, Brittany S. Hall, Shannon Thornton, Tosin Morohunfola, and Jeffery Thomas Johnson. Filming is underway, and a release date is eagerly awaited.
7. All the Queen’s Men Season 5 (TBA)
BET+ has renewed the drama series ‘All the Queen’s Men’ for its fifth season. The upcoming installment’s filming began in early December this year. Tyler Perry will continue to write the show, which has been created by Christian Keyes. Although Season 4 is yet to end, we can expect the return of Eva Marcille as Marilyn “Madam” DeVille, Candace Maxwell as DJ Dime, Timothy “Bayou Banga” Roberts as Big D, Rashan Ali as Ms. Tandy, Charles Dumas as James “Cadillac” DeVille, and Skyh Alvester Black as Amp “Addiction” Anthony in Season 5. A release date for the same is awaited.
8. Zatima Season 4 (TBA)
BET+ has renewed the comedy-drama series ‘Zatima,’ created by Perry, for a fourth season. The filming began in June in Atlanta. Expected returning cast members include Devale Ellis as Zachary “Zac” Taylor, Crystal Renee Hayslett as Fatima Wilson, Remington Hoffman as Bryce, Guyviaud Joseph as Tony, and Ameer Baraka as Jeremiah. With Season 3 ongoing, it waits to be seen how things turn out in the finale before we explore what will happen in Season 4. A release date for the same is awaited.
9. Route 187 (TBA)
Perry is developing a BET+ crime drama series titled ‘Route 187.’ He will write and direct it. The plot is set against a background of urban violence in the crime-infested city of South Winslow and focuses on a public outrage after a bus driver on Route 187 and a star high-school basketball player are murdered by thugs, leading authorities to hunt the culprits captured on video. Currently in its pre-production phase, the series stars Hasani Vibez Comer, Josef Cannon, Lawrence Robinson, Bryce Clyde Jenkins, Tonia Jackson, Rashal James, and Taylor Simone Mason. A release date for ‘Route 187’ is eagerly awaited.
10. Straw (TBA)
Another Netflix film in its pre-production stage, written and directed by Perry is ‘Straw.’ The plot centers on a single mother navigating a series of unfortunate events, leading her down an unforeseen path where she becomes embroiled in a situation she never envisioned, finding herself at the center of suspicion in an indifferent world. The cast includes Sinbad, Taraji P. Henson, Glynn Turman, Rockmond Dunbar, Teyana Taylor, and Sherri Shepherd. The film is yet to get a release date.
11. Joe’s College Road Trip (TBA)
Perry will direct and star in the upcoming comedy movie ‘Joes College Road Trip.’ The plot centers on Joe Simmons, who joins his grandson, B. J., on a college trip. Brian, B. J.’s father, is hoping that his father (Joe) will help his son get acquainted with the history of the Black community and the real-world plights without themselves getting killed during the trip. Although B. J. doesn’t like Joe at first, he gradually realizes the significance of the previous generations’ struggles and his relationship with his grandfather. The only revealed cast members are Perry and Kyle Fuller. More details, including cast and production, are awaited.
12. Sisters in Italy (TBA)
Tyler Perry is making Netflix film titled ‘Sisters in Italy,’ based on a script he wrote. The only piece of information available regarding the project is that its production ended in October. The plot and cast have yet to be announced. More details are awaited.
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