Directed by:
Malcolm D. LeeScreenplay:
Malcolm D. LeeCinematography:
Greg GardinerComposer:
David NewmanCast:
Martin Lawrence, Michael Clarke Duncan, James Earl Jones, Mike Epps, Joy Bryant, Cedric the Entertainer, Louis C.K., Margaret Avery, Mo'Nique (more)VOD (1)
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Lawrence plays R.J. Stevens (in truth, Roscoe Steven Jenkins), a Hollywood self-help sensation whose fame has netted him a reality television star fiancée (Joy Bryant) while simultaneously alienating his young son. Having been away from his family for nine years, prodigal son R.J. returns to Georgia to celebrate the 50th wedding anniversary of his parents (James Earl Jones and Margaret Avery). Upon his arrival, R.J. is given a rude awakening by his none-too-impressed siblings (Mike Epps, Michael Clarke Duncan, and Mo'Nique). R.J. must also contend with his ultra-competitive cousin Clyde (Cedric the Entertainer), the family's presumptive "golden boy" and a long-time rival who stole the affections of R.J.'s childhood sweetheart, Lucinda (Nicole Ari Parker). As the celebration weekend rolls on, R.J.'s craving for his father's respect and an inflated sense of self threaten family harmony and his opportunity to reconnect with Lucinda, and--worst of all--his relationship with his own son. (official distributor synopsis)
(more)Cast
Martin Lawrence
West Germany
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Michael Clarke Duncan
USA
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James Earl Jones
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Mike Epps
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Joy Bryant
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Margaret Avery
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Damani Roberts
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Werner Richmond
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Carol Sutton
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Deetta West
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Samantha Smith
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Taylor Polidore Williams
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Ted Ferguson
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