Madea is based on Perry's mother and his aunt. In Perry's own words, Madea is "exactly the PG version of my mother and my aunt, and I loved having an opportunity to pay homage to them.

Jun 22, 2024 · Tyler Perry's Madea movies have jumped from the stage to the screen and become an important fixture in modern popular culture. The character debuted in the 1999 …

The crazy and comical Mabel Simmons, otherwise known as Madea, tries to wrangle her fighting family together for a family dinner regarding the health of her niece Shirley.

Jul 13, 2025 · Madea, short for Mabel Simmons, is the no-filter grandmother figure fans have grown to love. Fiercely protective of her family, quick with a one-liner and never afraid to swing …

Jul 30, 2025 · Whether you’re new to the Madea cinematic universe or want to return to the franchise after catching up with the newest projects on Netflix, here’s the complete Madea …

Aug 21, 2025 · Wondering how many Madea movies Tyler Perry made? Here's a complete list of all the Madea movies in order.

Jul 3, 2025 · Below you will find a guide to all the films in the Madea movie series. The Madea movies in order. Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005) First up is Diary of a Mad Black Woman, …

Mabel Earlene "Madea" Simmons is the protagonist of Tyler Perry's famous Madea franchise. She is a sassy grandma who has been living in Atlanta, Georgia since the 1950s (or 1972 …

A MADEA HALLOWEEN Official Retro Trailer. Lionsgate is a global content platform whose films, television series, digital products and linear and over-the-top platforms reach next generation …

Jul 14, 2025 · Tyler Perry’s Madea franchise is a beloved blend of laughter, heart, and life lessons, with Mabel “Madea” Simmons stealing the show in every film. From Diary of a Mad …