Madea Goes to Jail
After a high-speed car chase, Madea winds up behind bars because her quick temper gets the best of her. Meanwhile, Assistant District Attorney Josh Hardaway lands a case that's too personal to handle: that of a young prostitute and former drug addict named Candace, also a childhood friend. When Candace winds up in jail, Madea takes the young woman under her protective wing.
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Where can I watch Madea Goes to Jail in the United States?
Madea Goes to Jail is available to stream on Hulu, YouTube TV, Starz Apple TV channel, and MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Madea Goes to Jail on Hulu?
Yes. Madea Goes to Jail is streaming on Hulu in the United States, alongside YouTube TV, Starz Apple TV channel, and MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel.
Can I watch Madea Goes to Jail for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Madea Goes to Jail needs a subscription to Hulu, YouTube TV, Starz Apple TV channel, and MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Madea Goes to Jail?
Madea Goes to Jail scores 6.5 on The Movie Database, 4.7 on IMDb, 95% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 63 on Metacritic.
Who stars in Madea Goes to Jail?
Madea Goes to Jail stars Tyler Perry, Derek Luke, Keshia Knight Pulliam, Ion Overman, and Sofía Vergara. Tyler Perry is the director.
How long is Madea Goes to Jail?
Madea Goes to Jail runs 1h 42m (102 minutes).
When did Madea Goes to Jail come out?
Madea Goes to Jail was released on February 20, 2009.
Which studio made Madea Goes to Jail?
Madea Goes to Jail was produced by Tyler Perry Studios in the United States.
What was the budget for Madea Goes to Jail?
Madea Goes to Jail was made on a budget of $17,500,000.
How much did Madea Goes to Jail make at the box office?
Madea Goes to Jail grossed $90,508,336 worldwide, against a budget of $17,500,000.
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