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Doing Life

2 Oct 2026 1h 52min R 7.9/10 (121) EN

Drama Romance

“Choose a love that breaks all chains.”

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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Director: Tyler Perry
Writer: Tyler Perry
Producer: Tyler Perry
Countries: United States

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

B

Bruce Anthony Shepperson Prisoner

Greg Romero Wilson Prisoner

T

Tony Falcon Prisoner

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Also available in: Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Switzerland, Cyprus, Czechia, Germany, Denmark, Estonia, Spain

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