Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005)

  • PG-13
  • 02/25/2005 (US)
  • Drama, Romance, Comedy
  • 1h 57m

Time heals the heart. Faith heals the rest.

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.

Darren Grant

Director

Tyler Perry

Writer

Cast

Kimberly Elise's headshot

Kimberly Elise

Helen McCarter
Steve Harris's headshot

Steve Harris

Charles McCarter
Tyler Perry's headshot

Tyler Perry

Madea / Brian / Joe
Shemar Moore's headshot

Shemar Moore

Orlando
Lisa Marcos's headshot

Lisa Marcos

Brenda
Tamara Taylor's headshot

Tamara Taylor

Debrah
Cicely Tyson's headshot

Cicely Tyson

Myrtle
Terrell Carter's headshot

Terrell Carter

Reverend Carter

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