Writer, actor, producer, and entertainment mogul Tyler Perry may be a household name, but that doesn’t mean his story is well known – a circumstance made very clear in the trailer of the Prime Video documentary ‘Maxine’s Baby.’

Named after his mother, Willie Maxine Perry, the deeply intimate ‘Baby’ sees Tyler lift the veil in ways like never before – exposing childhood trauma and the journey to healing that came before he became a parent himself.

Also chronicling the trials and triumphs that led him to the top of the movie industry, look inside to see the official trailer of the Gelila Bekele and Armani Ortiz-directed venture ahead of its premiere on November 17.

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Revered military servicewoman Sheila Marie Johnson has her inspiring life story headed to the small screen courtesy of a BET+ original film, ‘God’s Grace.’

Forced to retire from the Air Force in her early 40’s due to a battle with stage IV metastatic breast cancer, Johnson amplified her community impact when she went on to found an advocacy group to support and empower Black people diagnosed with the disease.

Starring singer-actress Demetria McKinney in the titular role, the ‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ alum is supported by a cast that includes another of the reality show’s stars – Drew Sidora – as well as DeVon Franklin, Amber Reign Smith, Deja Dee, Michael Beach, and more

Ahead of the Charmin Lee-directed film’s premiere on October 19, look inside for its touching trailer.

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‘The Color Purple’ is being brought to the big screen anew – this time as a musical movie.

Set for release in US theaters on Christmas Day (December 25), the promotional machine is firing up for what many have deemed the year’s must-see offering.

The latest stop is the cover of Essence Magazine, which features the cast – Fantasia Barrino, Taraji P. Henson, Danielle Brooks, and H.E.R. – alongside producer Oprah Winfrey.

Head below for pics and a powerful excerpt:

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40 years after making his movie debut, comedy legend Eddie Murphy is still finding news ways to keep audiences laughing.

His latest tread in that stead comes via his first holiday film, Prime Video’s ‘Candy Cane Lane,‘ in which he portrays a father who accepts a magical wish from an elf to help his family win the annual neighborhood decoration contest.  Unbeknownst to him, there are some unexpected consequences attached to the acceptance.

Also starring Tracee Ellis Ross, Thaddeus J. Mixson, Robin Thede, D.C. Young Fly, Danielle Pinnock, Chris Redd, Genneya Walton, Madison Thomas, Anjelah Johnson-ReyesKen Marino, Nick Offerman, , Lombardo Boyar, Timothy Simons, Riki Lindhome, Stephen Tobolowsky, and more, hop inside to see the official trailer of the Reginald Hudlin-directed flick ahead of its arrival to streaming on December 1.

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In tragic news, comedian DC Young Fly has announced the death of his sister – just months after the passing of his longtime partner, Ms Jacky Oh.

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Suzanne Somers, famed for her starring role in ‘Three’s Company,’ has sadly died.

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In Peacock TV’s new film ‘Women of the Jury,’ a man is accused of murdering two Black men and a jury comprised of all women are called to serve at his trial. Tensions rise during deliberation as one juror believes in the alleged assailant’s innocence while the others stand firmly opposed.

What unfolds in the gripping story will undoubtedly have audiences on the edge of their seats thanks to stunning performances from the cast lined with names like Drew Sidora, Angela Renee White (Blac Chyna), Trionna Moore, Malan B, Khamilah Gaston, Crystal L. Bass,Miya Golden, Monica Anderson, Erica Pinkett, Alexis “Lexxy” Walker, Alix Kermes, Audrey Farad, Samuel Smith, and Jiton Greene.

Streaming now, hop inside to get your first peek at the Mark K. Buddington-directed flick’s trailer before heading to Peacock TV to watch the courtroom drama in full.

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It’s time to visit ‘Sumotherhood’!

Helmed by Adam Deacon and powered by Paramount Pictures, the hilarious flick adds to the UK’s rich history of “hood” films.

Ahead of its release, That Grape Juice’s Samuel Eni sat down with the dream team behind the film – Deacon and Jazzie Zonzolo.

During the fun-filled chat, the duo dish on all the wild and warming moments featured, having broad ambition with the flick, and the unmissable cameo from Ed Sheeran that’ll have the masses seeing the singer like never before!

Fast, furious, and funny, ‘Sumotherhood’ is being hailed as a must-see.

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Jeannie Mai has made her first televised appearance since Jeezy, her husband of two years, filed for divorce.

Stopping by the Sherri show, the former host of ‘The Real’ was on hand to plug her new gameshow ‘Raid The Cage.’

Naturally, though, the topic of her wellbeing came up and she offered an emotional update.

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The 2022 Bonnie Garmus best-seller, ‘Lessons in Chemistry,’ gets a television adaptation courtesy of Apple TV+’s new limited series of the same name.

Starring Academy Award winner Brie Larson, the 1950s-set series – which also boasts Larson as an executive producer – tells the story of a female scientist whose dream of dominating her field is constantly challenged by the patriarchal society she lives in. To cunningly combat the opposition, she accepts a job as host of a TV cooking show and ultimately “slides the knife” in secretly.

Also starring Aja Naomi King, Kevin Sussman, Patrick Walker, Lewis Pullman, Stephanie Koenig, and Thomas Mann, ‘Lessons’ premieres October 13.

Ahead of its arrival, watch the official trailer inside.

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Some of reality TV’s biggest and most polarizing villains join forces just in time for Halloween via a super-packed, superstar competition series ‘House of Villains.’

Airing on E!, the new show – hosted by Joel McHale – brings together 10 iconic reality show names under one roof to outsmart and out-scheme each other over a slew of challenges to win the title of ‘America’s Ultimate SuperVillain’ and a cool $200,000 cash prize.

Starring Tanisha Thomas, Anfisa Arkhipchenko, Tiffany “New York” Pollard, Bobby Lytes, Omarosa, Jax Taylor, and more, hop inside to see the official trailer ahead of the show’s premiere on October 12.

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Jada Pinkett Smith is no stranger to headlines – especially in recent years. Years that have seen her marriage to Will Smith thrust into the spotlight and scrutinized like never before.

Indeed, there was the “entanglement” with August Alsina and Will slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars over remarks he made about Jada.

Now, in yet another dramatic twist, in a sit-down interview with Hoda Kotb to promote her new memoir ‘Worthy,’ Jada has revealed that she and her Will have in actuality been separated since 2016 – seven years ago.

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