Madea Goes to Jail
Feb 16 2009
•2h 43m
•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.
Cast
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Tyler Perry
Madea / Joe / Brian
Derek Luke
Joshua Hardaway
Keshia Knight Pulliam
Candace "Candy" Washington
Ion Overman
Linda Davis
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