After Tyler Perry’s New Netflix Movie Hit No. 1, He Penned A Sweet Message To His Fans

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Tyler Perry has made significant strides from just being a playwright. Over the last twenty years, he’s established himself as a dominant force in the film industry and, through his thriving business, Tyler Perry Studios, he’s created content for both cinemas and various streaming platforms. The versatile artist’s newest project is a Netflix movie called “Straw”, which climbed to the top spot on the platform this past weekend. In response, Perry expressed gratitude to his fans via social media.

Straw stars Taraji. P Henson, and the film marks her fourth collaboration with Tyler Perry. The film centers on a single mother struggling to take care of her ill daughter. The psychological crime drama is clearly attracting viewers, as it’s still the No. 1 movie on Netflix in the U.S., as of this writing. Its award-winning director made sure to thank his adoring fans by way of an Instagram post. While Perry shared a screenshot of the film’s No. 1 icon on the streamer, he also shared the following kind words:

Truly, I find myself deeply moved and filled with profound appreciation. It’s as if the kindness you’ve shown has touched the very core of my being. I am incredibly grateful and almost at a loss for words. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. My gratitude extends beyond me; it reaches towards the heavens, for your presence in my life feels like a blessing bestowed by God himself.

Tyler Perry likely felt incredibly proud when Straw succeeded on Netflix. As a director who has consistently sought to cater to Black audiences, yet faced skepticism about the global success of movies featuring Black casts, I’d guess this achievement feels like another personal victory for him. This new milestone also underscores the enduring popularity of his films, which have traditionally been successful on streaming platforms and in cinemas.

The sustained prosperity of Perry likely explains why numerous individuals are keen to collaborate with him. Known for the creation of Madea, he secured a four-picture agreement with Amazon Prime Video, leading to impressive outcomes. One of his Amazon originals, “Divorce in the Black“, achieved an outstanding milestone by streaming 498 million minutes within its initial four days on the platform. Perry’s upcoming production for the streamer is titled “Joy Ridge“, and it was completed in February 2024, featuring Tosin Morohunfola and Shannon Thornton in leading roles.

Speaking as a film critic, I must commend Tyler Perry’s ongoing success on Netflix. In 2022, he breathed new life into the iconic Madea character with “A Madea Homecoming,” a production that generated quite a stir. Fast forward to 2024, and Perry took the platform by storm with his World War II film, “The Six Triple Eight.” This historical drama shattered records as it notched an astounding 52.4 million views in its inaugural month, marking Perry’s most successful Netflix debut yet. It’s clear that Perry’s star continues to rise.

With such a successful run, it’s tough to imagine Perry slowing down in the streaming world in the near future. This is particularly true when you factor in that his iconic character will be back in “Madea’s Destination Wedding,” available for Netflix subscribers this summer. It appears that Perry has a knack for understanding his fans and truly appreciates their ongoing loyalty. Therefore, anyone who hasn’t seen “Straw” can hop over to Netflix now and give it a watch.

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2025-06-09 00:09