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Doing Life

Choose a love that breaks all chains.

2026 · R · 1h 52m

Directed by Tyler Perry

7.9

TMDB audience score
117 votes, out of 10

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Synopsis

A single mother and an incarcerated man forge an unlikely bond through heartfelt letters, unlocking a door to redemption, hope and love against all odds.

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Cast

  • Naomi Baker
    Anika

  • Jay Reeves
    Carousel

  • Tamberla Perry
    Cathy

  • Karen Obilom
    Trina

  • Jasmine Sargent
    Lisa

  • Danielle Moné Truitt
    Denise

  • Lucky Johnson
    Quinn

  • Cornell Young IV
    Donovan

  • Gena Shaw
    Dr. Scott

  • Tracy Tolliver
    Keisha

  • Mike Massa
    Officer Shane

  • Philip Fornah
    Officer Wilson

  • Bruce Anthony Shepperson
    Prisoner

  • Greg Romero Wilson
    Prisoner

  • Tony Falcon
    Prisoner