
2009 · Movie · 1h 42m · PG-13
Madea Goes to Jail
CriticsCritics: 40
AudienceAudience: 4.9
After a reckless police chase lands a hot-tempered woman in trouble, she faces time behind bars and the consequences of her behavior. Elsewhere, an attorney tries to help a troubled childhood friend whose life has been derailed by addiction and exploitation, bringing personal tensions into his professional world.
You may enjoy it if you like broad comedy mixed with heartfelt drama and moral themes; Not for you if you prefer focused stories, consistent tone, or comedy without darker subject matter.
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Cast
Derek LukeTyler PerryKeshia Knight PulliamIon OvermanSofía VergaraVanessa FerlitoViola DavisDavid Mann
Director
Tyler Perry
If tonight is a Madea Goes to Jail night…
…these live in the same corner of my head.
Want one picked out for tonight?
Tell me what kind of night it is — I'll do the rest.






