Diary of a Mad Black Woman
DramaRomanceComedy

Diary of a Mad Black Woman

“Time heals the heart. Faith heals the rest.”

6.5/10 2005 1h 57m

Charles, an attorney, and Helen, his devoted wife, seem to have everything – money, a beautiful mansion – the American Dream. However, as Helen prepares to celebrate their 18th wedding anniversary, her life takes an unexpected twist when she comes home to find her clothes packed up in a U-Haul van parked in the driveway. Charles is divorcing her and kicks her out. Helen moves in with her grandmother Madea, an old woman who doesn't take any lip from anyone. Madea helps Helen through these tough times by showing her what is really important in life. Helen is forced to rediscover love, life, and religion in her pursuit for happiness.

On screen

Top Cast

Kimberly Elise

Kimberly Elise

Helen McCarter

Steve Harris

Steve Harris

Charles McCarter

Tyler Perry

Tyler Perry

Madea / Brian / Joe

Shemar Moore

Shemar Moore

Orlando

Lisa Marcos

Lisa Marcos

Brenda

Tamara Taylor

Tamara Taylor

Debrah

Cicely Tyson

Cicely Tyson

Myrtle

Terrell Carter

Terrell Carter

Reverend Carter

Carol Mitchell-Leon

Carol Mitchell-Leon

Mildred

Avery Knight

Avery Knight

BJ

Vickie Eng

Vickie Eng

Christina

Tiffany Evans

Tiffany Evans

Tiffany

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