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Madea’s Destination Wedding Streams on Netflix; Critics Question Formulaic Slapstick and Product Placement

Tyler Perry reprises his signature triple roles alongside a returning ensemble for a chaotic Bahamian wedding comedy.

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Madea's Destination Wedding. Tyler Perry as Madea in Madea's Destination Wedding. Cr. Quantrell Colbert/Perry Well Films 2/Courtesy Netflix
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Overview

  • The film premiered on Netflix on July 11, marking the franchise’s 13th installment and Tyler Perry’s sixth Netflix release.
  • Perry stars as Madea, her brother Joe, and Joe’s son Brian in a road-trip plot that brings the family to a Bahamian wedding celebration.
  • The cast reunites franchise favorites Cassi Davis, Tamela Mann, and David Mann with Diamond White as Tiffany and Xavier Smalls as her fiancé Zavier.
  • Signature slapstick moments include a gas-station explosion and a chaotic dash through airport security.
  • Critics have described the movie as heavy on product placement and reliant on recycled humor, raising concerns about franchise fatigue.