The inspirational documentary Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story will premiere on Prime Video on November 17, 2023. This intimate portrait explores the life and career of prolific multi-hyphenate Tyler Perry.
Directed by Gelila Bekele and Armani Ortiz over the course of a decade, Maxine’s Baby examines Perry’s rise from trauma to success. It reveals the resilient visionary behind the entertainment empire.
Bekele and Ortiz secured exclusive access to chronicle Perry’s journey. As he becomes a father and builds his media ventures, the documentary spotlights his mission to forge his own path despite obstacles.
The title refers to Perry’s mother Maxine, representing her role in nurturing his creativity. With vulnerability and grace, Perry shares his story in his own words.
Writer, actor, director, producer, studio owner – Tyler Perry has made history as a black business mogul in Hollywood. After growing up in hardship, he found his voice telling stories that resonated with underserved audiences.
From acclaimed dramas like Precious to the Madea franchise, Perry has spent decades breaking barriers through relentless innovation. Maxine’s Baby provides a compelling look at the human being behind the tycoon.
Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story debuts exclusively on Prime Video on November 17th.
The PG-13 documentary delivers an unfiltered glimpse of Perry’s inspirational rise to success.
