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.

Kimberly Elise
as Helen McCarter

Steve Harris
as Charles McCarter

Tyler Perry
as Madea / Brian / Joe

Shemar Moore
as Orlando

Lisa Marcos
as Brenda

Tamara Taylor
as Debrah

Cicely Tyson
as Myrtle

Terrell Carter
as Reverend Carter

Carol Mitchell-Leon
as Mildred

Avery Knight
as BJ
Andre Gonzales
This was the first Tyler Perry movie I ever seen. Madea cracked me up so much that I had to watch all of his movies. This a pretty messed up movie. I guess don't piss off a black woman or she will make you pay....