Madea Goes to Jail

Madea Goes to Jail

6.5

Feb 20 2009

2h 42m

Comedy, Crime, Drama

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.

Tyler Perry

Tyler Perry

Madea / Joe / Brian

Derek Luke

Derek Luke

Joshua Hardaway

Keshia Knight Pulliam

Keshia Knight Pulliam

Candace "Candy" Washington

Ion Overman

Ion Overman

Linda Davis

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