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Rated PG-13 for thematic material, sexual references and brief violence.

PG-13 In Theaters 09/12/2008 , 111min.
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Viewer score based on 92 ratings
49%
Critic score based on 14 reviews

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February 08, 2011
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I didn't like the movie;but the actors and actress' did really good!!! Maybe its because i don't understand the big picture about it but hey its whatever
November 29, 2008
Newsong7x7
An enjoyer of Tyler Perry's flicks, especially the relationship/family genre, "The Family that Preys" delivers on expectations. Characters are usually interesting, and that's the case here as well with Woodard & Bates stealing the show. However, there are interesting subplots, and while TP's work can be somewhat predictable and elementary occasionally, for me, it doesn't matter because the
October 05, 2008
Monafe
The movie was outstanding. TP did an excellent job in speaking to the many issues that impact the black family. The performances of the cast members were superb. This is a well written movie; the entire cast delivered great performances. Woodard and Bates especially delivered award winning performances. For me, it is always about the take-aways in TP's movies. This movie is no different, I
October 05, 2008
Dyemillsboro
This is the best work he has done yet..
October 01, 2008
WWJSMB
I loved the Movie and the Soundtrack

Critic Reviews powered by Metacritic ™

Variety
Bates and Woodard strike up a real dynamic, and picture gives the duo room to improvise, leading to one raucous scene after another as they Thelma-and-Louise it in a top-down convertible. Full Review
Bob Baker
Los Angeles Times
Dude, what made you refuse to screen your film for critics before it opened Friday? I'm betting you would have received an earful of praise for your writing and directing. Full Review
Carrie Rickey
Philadelphia Inquirer
Was it just three years ago that Perry made his feature debut with "Diary of a Mad Black Woman?" Then his filmmaking was strictly amateur; now his sweeping pans and portentous closeups approach those of Pedro Almdovar. Full Review
Claudia Puig
USA Today
Though better than most of Perry's broad comedies, The Family That Preys still suffers from excessive predictability and mawkish sentiment, which detracts from the story's believability. Full Review
Gregory Kirschling
Entertainment Weekly
All over the place:It's a boardroom/family/couples/road-trip story. Full Review
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