Tyler Perry and DeVon Franklin Join Forces to Bring Inspiring Faith-Based Films to Netflix.
Written by G Njuguna on May 23, 2024
Exciting news for all the film enthusiasts out there! I just came across an announcement that has me buzzing with anticipation. Hollywood powerhouses Tyler Perry and DeVon Franklin have joined forces to produce faith-based films under a brand new first-look deal with none other than Netflix. This multi-year, multi-picture agreement will see Perry and Franklin collaborating with Tyler Perry Studios to bring inspiring stories to the screen.
In a statement, Tyler Perry expressed his enthusiasm for this partnership, emphasizing the importance of spreading positivity in a world that often feels divided. He believes that Netflix is the perfect platform to achieve this goal. DeVon Franklin, who has been friends with Perry for over 15 years, shared his excitement about teaming up with Tyler again. Both Perry and Franklin are dedicated to creating movies that uplift the human spirit, and they couldn’t have found a better partner than Netflix to help them inspire audiences worldwide.
The first film to come out of this exciting collaboration will be “R&B,” a contemporary retelling of the timeless biblical love story of Ruth and Boaz. Written by Mike Elliott and Cory Tynan, the film is set in Tennessee and follows the journey of a young woman who escapes the bustling Atlanta music scene to care for an elderly widow. In this process, she not only finds the love of her life but also discovers the mother figure she never had. It sounds like a heartwarming tale that will tug at our heartstrings.
Netflix’s Vice President of Film, Niija Kuykendall, expressed her excitement about working with Perry and Franklin, recognizing their exceptional track record in the faith-based genre. She believes that their partnership will bring even more inspiring stories to Netflix’s diverse audience.
Tyler Perry’s upcoming projects on Netflix include the highly anticipated “Six Triple Eight,” featuring an ensemble cast led by Kerry Washington, and the recently announced drama series “Beauty in Black.” He has already delivered successful films for the streaming platform, such as “Mea Culpa,” “A Jazzman’s Blues,” “A Madea Homecoming,” and the gripping thriller “A Fall From Grace.”
DeVon Franklin has also made a name for himself in the faith-based film industry, with successful projects like “Flamin’ Hot,” “Breakthrough,” “The Star,” and “Miracles From Heaven.” He is currently developing the romantic comedy “Relationship Goals: How to Win at Dating, Marriage, and Sex” for Amazon Studios.
It’s truly exciting to see two visionary filmmakers like Tyler Perry and DeVon Franklin teaming up to bring more faith-based films to the screen. Their dedication to spreading positivity and inspiring audiences is evident, and with the support of Netflix, we can expect to see even more incredible movies that touch our hearts and minds.
As a fan of both Tyler Perry and DeVon Franklin, I can’t wait to see the magic they create together. Stay tuned for more updates on their upcoming projects and get ready to be moved by the power of faith-based storytelling.
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