Overview

• Released July 11 on Netflix, Madea’s Destination Wedding rose to the No. 1 spot on Netflix U.S. movies chart within 48 hours, dethroning a leading animated feature.
• Variety labeled the 13th installment formulaic and tiresome, saying its extended scenes and habitual jokes exhaust the film’s comedic setups.
• Users on X criticized the film’s quality and called on Perry to retire the franchise, citing low production standards and repetitive humor.
• Perry attended a special Atlanta screening on July 10, marking his first public appearance since the $260 million harassment and assault lawsuit filed by actor Derek Dixon.
• The film’s streaming victory underscores the franchise’s loyal viewership despite ongoing legal controversies and critiques of its creative longevity.