Diary of a Mad Black Woman

6.5
Moderate
20051h 56m

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Overview

Charles, an attorney, and Helen, his devoted wife, seem to have everything – money, a beautiful mansion – the American Dream. However, as Helen prepares to celebrate their 18th wedding anniversary, her life takes an unexpected twist when she comes home to find her clothes packed up in a U-Haul van parked in the driveway. Charles is divorcing her and kicks her out. Helen moves in with her grandmother Madea, an old woman who doesn't take any lip from anyone. Madea helps Helen through these tough times by showing her what is really important in life. Helen is forced to rediscover love, life, and religion in her pursuit for happiness.

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Kimberly Elise - Helen McCarter in Diary of a Mad Black Woman

Kimberly Elise

Helen McCarter

Steve Harris - Charles McCarter in Diary of a Mad Black Woman

Steve Harris

Charles McCarter

Tyler Perry - Madea / Brian / Joe in Diary of a Mad Black Woman

Tyler Perry

Madea / Brian / Joe

Shemar Moore - Orlando in Diary of a Mad Black Woman

Shemar Moore

Orlando

Lisa Marcos - Brenda in Diary of a Mad Black Woman

Lisa Marcos

Brenda

Tamara Taylor - Debrah in Diary of a Mad Black Woman

Tamara Taylor

Debrah

Cicely Tyson - Myrtle in Diary of a Mad Black Woman

Cicely Tyson

Myrtle

Terrell Carter - Reverend Carter in Diary of a Mad Black Woman

Terrell Carter

Reverend Carter

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6.2
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Movie Info

Release Date

February 25, 2005

Runtime

1h 56m

Genres

Comedy, Drama, Romance

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