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Tyler Perry's A Madea Christmas

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Madea (Tyler Perry) accompanies her niece, Eileen (Anna Maria Horsford), to the small town of Buck Tussel to pay a surprise visit to Eileen's daughter, Lacey (Tika Sumpter), who has refused to come home for Christmas. The real reason Lacey is avoiding her judgmental mother is that she has secretly married Connor (Chad Michael Murray), a white classmate from college. When Eileen and Madea arrive at Lacey's farm, she tells them that Connor is an employee, but her lie soon spins out of control.
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It boasts a few laughs, but overall, Tyler Perry's A Madea Christmas ranks among Perry's least entertaining or substantive works.

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Louis Black Austin Chronicle Rather than rising above the fray, Madea is very much the fray itself. Rated: 2/5 Dec 19, 2013 Full Review Radheyan Simonpillai NOW Toronto If you find yourself outside Tyler Perry's loyal following (even if the reason is skin-deep), this Christmas get-together is still inviting. Rated: 3/5 Dec 17, 2013 Full Review Amy Nicholson L.A. Weekly Larry the Cable Guy and Madea are an oddly perfect pairing. They're both comedians in drag - Larry just gets to wear pants Rated: C Dec 16, 2013 Full Review Stephen Schaefer Boston Herald This Madea creaks as it starts, before predictable plot mechanics mesh for an upbeat finish, complete with a Christmas carol. Rated: B- Nov 29, 2017 Full Review John Fink The Film Stage The problem is the treatment of racism breaks no new ground and represents the issues in the simplest most condescending form. Rated: C- Jun 21, 2016 Full Review Sean Burns EntertainmentTell A toned down, crassly calculated attempt to expand the brand to a wider audience (see also: white people) and everybody is on their best behavior. May 5, 2015 Full Review Read all reviews

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Elijah S. I don't know why Joe wasn't in the movie but it's a great Christmas movie Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 11/11/25 Full Review TheMovieSearch R A Madea Christmas is one of Tyler Perry’s most entertaining and genuinely funny entries in his long-running franchise. Perry has always been a filmmaker who delivers either hits or misses depending on tone and execution, but this one falls firmly in the “hit” category. From start to finish, it’s packed with over-the-top humor, hilarious one-liners, and that signature Madea chaos that fans can’t seem to get enough of. While some of the jokes cross the line into unnecessary vulgarity, it’s hard to deny how infectious the laughter becomes once Madea takes charge of any situation. Tyler Perry once again proves that no one understands Madea quite like he does. He brings her to life with effortless comedic timing, blending sharp wit with heartfelt moments that make the film more than just a holiday farce. What’s special about Perry’s portrayal is that he doesn’t treat Madea as a mere drag performance; he treats her as a fully realized character — one with a voice, a presence, and a purpose. This allows the audience to engage with her antics without being distracted by the concept, keeping the focus on her personality rather than her presentation. The direction in A Madea Christmas feels tighter and more focused than some of Perry’s other films, giving the story just enough structure to balance the comedy with genuine emotion. Madea’s bold personality shines brightest during the holiday chaos, but Perry ensures there’s still a layer of warmth underneath the laughter. The holiday setting gives the movie a sense of cheer and family togetherness that makes it perfect for an annual December rewatch. Even when the jokes go a little too far, the festive spirit remains at the center of it all. One consistent challenge with the Madea universe, however, is the constant introduction of new family members. Perry has created such a vast web of characters over the years that it sometimes becomes difficult to remember who’s who. Each film seems to introduce another cousin, niece, or nephew that fans have never heard of, and while it adds variety, it can make the continuity confusing. Even with the Madea’s Family Reunion film tying some threads together, the ever-changing family tree remains hilariously unpredictable. Despite that minor flaw, A Madea Christmas succeeds because it never forgets its purpose: to entertain. The supporting cast helps keep the energy lively, and Perry’s writing ensures that even the simplest conversations turn into laugh-out-loud moments. The mix of Southern charm, quick-witted insults, and heartwarming lessons about forgiveness and family love make it a crowd-pleaser from beginning to end. Ultimately, this is one of the more enjoyable Madea entries to date. It’s chaotic, funny, warm, and full of that Tyler Perry magic that fans have come to expect each holiday season. It’s not perfect — few of Perry’s films are — but it captures the holiday spirit with enough humor and heart to make it worth revisiting. A Madea Christmas reminds us that sometimes laughter, love, and a little bit of Madea’s unfiltered wisdom are exactly what the holidays need. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 11/10/25 Full Review Cade H. A Madea Christmas is an excellent movie for those who enjoy more raunchy, slapstick comedy and are in the mood for a holiday flick. Much like any other Madea movie, Tyler Perry does his best to present a funny and ridiculous plot that still somehow manages to resonates with viewers, creating a wholesome vibe despite oftentimes being an over-the-top, crude compilation of Madea’s half baked antics. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/29/25 Full Review Michael H Hilarious Christmas film. Witty, irreverent, and very on point for the season. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/17/24 Full Review AW M Almost every Christmas season this movie will pop into my head to watch. I start watching it with a 'muh, I've seen this a million times before feeling', but after just a few minutes I am hysterically laughing and rewinding Madea's hillarous takes and one liners. Like all Madea movies, you can't go into it with a serious frame of mind. This is meant to be a feel good movie while also bringing up basic societal and cultural issues in a lighthearted and easily explainable way; which apparently isn't enough for the majority of 'professional' reviewers. Remember, it's a comedy/drama with a feel-good ending and not meant to be groundbreaking or movie of the year. Definitely worth a watch during the Christmas season! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/21/23 Full Review Audience Member Funny and meaningful Christmas movie. Good life lessons as well Rated 4 out of 5 stars 12/11/22 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Madea (Tyler Perry) accompanies her niece, Eileen (Anna Maria Horsford), to the small town of Buck Tussel to pay a surprise visit to Eileen's daughter, Lacey (Tika Sumpter), who has refused to come home for Christmas. The real reason Lacey is avoiding her judgmental mother is that she has secretly married Connor (Chad Michael Murray), a white classmate from college. When Eileen and Madea arrive at Lacey's farm, she tells them that Connor is an employee, but her lie soon spins out of control.
Director
Tyler Perry
Producer
Tyler Perry, Ozzie Areu, Matt Moore
Screenwriter
Tyler Perry
Distributor
Lionsgate Films
Production Co
Tyler Perry Company, Tyler Perry Studios
Rating
PG-13 (Language|Crude Humor|Sexual References)
Genre
Holiday, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 13, 2013, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 21, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA)
$52.5M
Runtime
1h 40m
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