'Tyler Perry's Madea's Farewell Play': Release date, plot, cast, trailer and all you need to know about the BET+ comedy
The filmed version of Madeas final stage tour will premiere on BET+ late August and is titled 'Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Farewell Play'. The character has been on the small screen for over two decades now and this seems to be the best farewell that could happen given the circumstances. Here is all you need to know about the comedic play's upcoming release.
Release date
'Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Farewell Play’ releases on August 27, 2020.
Plot
The synopsis from the released statement reads: "In Tyler Perry’s final stage run as Madea, he pulls together some of his audience’s favorite characters for a family gathering. Madea, Mr Brown, Cora and Aunt Bam are all under one roof for over two hours of pure joy. Madea is in rare form, as she tries to be a support for her great-grandchildren, and daughter Cora. While at her granddaughter’s home, Madea uses her combination of tough love and old southern wisdom to help the family navigate their new normal. All seems fine until Mr Brown takes a trip that leaves audiences in stitches. As always, Perry’s blend of incredible music and laugh out loud moments make the Madea Farewell Play great food for the soul."
The statement further reveals that Madea goes to Georgia to be with her family, her great-grandson graduates law school, Darlene's divorce is brought up along with her financial and emotional woes, and the family decides to help her and her son Malik. We also see a bit of Darlene's ex-husband, who comes to the graduation party without an invite and well Madea as usual saves the day.
Cast
Tyler Perry as Madea
Perry is a well-known writer, director, producer and actor. He is known for his works in 'Diary of a Mad Black Woman' (2005), 'Madea's Family Reunion' (2006), 'Madea Goes to Jail' (2009) and all the other Madea movies. He is also known for his roles as Tanner Bolt in 'Gone Girl' (2014), Colin Powell in 'Vice' (2018), Rory in 'A Fall From Grace' (2020) and himself in '#BlackAF' (2020).
Cassi Davis as Betty Ann 'Aunt Bam' Murphy
Davis is known for her role as Aunt Bam on all the Madea productions. She is also known for her role as Ella Payne on 'House of Payne' (2006-2012), Rita in 'Daddy's Little Girls' (2007), Wilanetta in 'Love Layaway' (2005) and Kitty on 'Kenan & Kel' (1999).
Other members of the cast include David Mann as Leroy Brown, Tamela Mann as Cora Jean Simmons-Brown, Kwaylon Rogers as Tiffany 'TiTi' Samuels, Alexis Hollins as Darlene Samuels, Anthony Lewis as Devin, Jacobi Brown as Malik Samuels, Ashlee B Gillum as Robin, Walter H Fauntleroy as Omar, RaVaughn Brown as Sylvia and Kendrick Mays as William Samuels.
Creators
Perry is executive producer, director and writer, in addition to playing the role of the star character. Michelle Sneed and Mark Swinton serve as executive producers for Tyler Perry Studios.
Trailer
The trailer shows us a few scenes from the play that is coming to the streaming service in late August. If you've watched the Madea movies, then you must know the hilarity you are in for. From her attitude to her short fuse, there is nothing about Madea that you won't love, yet again. This time, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the play is being brought to the small screen to ensure social distancing cautions without sacrificing all the fun.
Where to watch
Catch 'Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Farewell Play’ on August 27, 2020, on BET+.
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'Madea's Big Happy Family'
'Madea's Family Reunion'
'Madea Goes to Jail'
'Madea's Witness Protection'
'A Madea Family Funeral'