Madea Revenge (2025) — or Madea’s Neighborly Revenge — brings the queen of chaos back in full force, and this time she’s taking on something scarier than criminals, holiday dinners, or family drama: a terrible neighbor. And with John Cena playing the disrespectful, loud, and hilariously clueless Carl, this rivalry is one for the ages.
The movie kicks off with Madea enjoying what she believes will be a peaceful stretch of suburban life. But that ends the moment Carl moves in next door — blasting music until sunrise, parking on her lawn, and even mowing grass in the middle of the night. The neighborhood has had enough… but Madea? She’s ready for war.
Her early attempts at “civil diplomacy” fail instantly (and comically), leading her straight into revenge mode. With Hattie (Tiffany Haddish) by her side — adding gasoline to every fire — Madea launches a series of escalating pranks that turn Carl’s daily life into a circus. From sabotaging his backyard barbecue to hijacking his electricity with a “power bill from Jesus,” the pranks are outrageous, unpredictable, and classic Madea.
But as Carl begins to crack — and surprisingly open up — the movie shifts into its emotional core. Underneath his tough exterior, Carl is dealing with loneliness and trying (poorly) to cope. As Madea starts to see another side of him, she must confront how far she’s taken things… and why. Gabrielle Union grounds the story as Lisa, the family’s voice of reason, helping Madea navigate the fine line between payback and compassion.
The film builds to a big neighborhood showdown — hilarious, chaotic, and ultimately healing — where Madea and Carl must put aside their feud to save the community from a bigger problem they never saw coming.
By the end, the two unlikely neighbors form a surprising bond, proving that sometimes the loudest enemies can become unexpected friends. Of course, this is Madea — so forgiveness comes with a few final jabs, a whole lot of sass, and a laugh-out-loud final prank that leaves Carl speechless.
⭐ Review:
Madea Revenge (2025) is a riotous blend of comedy and heart, delivering nonstop laughs and a surprisingly emotional journey beneath the madness. With Tyler Perry and John Cena’s perfect comedic chemistry, along with scene-stealing moments from Tiffany Haddish and Gabrielle Union, this film is both wild and warm — a joyful reminder that sometimes revenge leads to redemption.
