Starring: Tyler Perry, Keke Palmer, Mike Epps
Special Appearance: Jackie Chan
Directed by: Tyler Perry
Genre: Comedy / Musical / Family
Runtime: 1h 42m
Streaming on: Netflix
Release Date: July 11, 2025

Introduction

In a summer where sequels and reboots are dominating the streaming charts, Mamma Madea – Here She Goes Again delivers something totally unexpected — a hilarious blend of Tyler Perry’s beloved Madea universe with a sunny, chaotic, Greek-island wedding… and a surprise martial arts twist courtesy of Jackie Chan. The result? A riotous, heartwarming comedy that’s equal parts Mamma Mia! and Rush Hour, with a disco-soundtrack and a whole lot of sass.

With Tyler Perry returning to the role of Madea for what he calls “a vacation that got out of hand,” and Jackie Chan appearing in a scene-stealing cameo that has social media buzzing, this Netflix exclusive has all the ingredients for a surprise summer hit.

Plot Overview: Madea Meets the Mediterranean

The story kicks off when the Paine family — familiar to longtime fans of Perry’s sitcom universe — invites Madea to a destination wedding in the Greek isles. The bride is the family’s youngest cousin, and everything seems set for a picture-perfect ceremony. But once Madea arrives, chaos isn’t far behind.

Between mistaken identities, long-buried family secrets, and a wild 1970s-themed disco dance-off (yes, really), the film quickly transforms from a destination wedding into an all-out comedic showdown. And just when things couldn’t get any more unpredictable, Jackie Chan enters the picture — literally crashing into a family brawl during a Greek street festival, blending his trademark martial arts with old-school slapstick in a scene that’s pure entertainment gold.

Tyler Perry’s Madea: Still Sharp, Still Hilarious

Tyler Perry, as always, slips into the role of Madea with ease. Now in her 70s, Madea hasn’t lost her edge — she’s still armed with savage one-liners, no-nonsense wisdom, and a surprising amount of physical comedy. Whether she’s schooling a flirtatious bartender in broken Greek or outdancing a group of teens to a Donna Summer remix, Madea proves age is just a number.

More than just comic relief, Madea brings heart to the story. Her interactions with younger family members, especially Keke Palmer’s character (a modern millennial questioning marriage), offer poignant reflections on love, legacy, and identity.

Jackie Chan’s Cameo: Short But Spectacular

Let’s be clear — Jackie Chan isn’t in the film for long. But his presence is unforgettable.

In a surprise third-act sequence, Chan appears as a mysterious island tour guide who ends up mediating (and then physically breaking up) a full-blown wedding brawl. Using a mix of improvised props — including beach chairs, olive oil bottles, and a flaming saganaki dish — Chan’s trademark choreography steals the scene. His comedic chemistry with Madea is a highlight, and fans are already calling for a spin-off.

The brief but brilliant cameo shows that even in his 70s, Chan hasn’t missed a beat.