Tyler Perry Productions and Exodus Film
Group today announced a deal to co-produce a series of animated DVDs
inspired by Tyler Perry's signature character, "Madea." Opinionated and
brash, yet loving, Perry's Madea's has charmed audiences from stage to
screen, in such hits as, "Madea's Family Reunion," "Diary of a Mad Black
Woman," and the upcoming "Meet the Browns."

The yet untitled project will follow "Madea" on her adventurous and comedic
trials and tribulations, teaching children about family values, in a way
that only Madea could.

"After receiving thousands of letters from parents telling me how much
their kids love Madea and realizing that a lot of the plays were not kid
friendly," said Perry, "I wanted to do something more appropriate and this
seems to be it. A 'Madea' animation looks like the best way."

"Exodus recognized that there was a void in the marketplace for animated
properties geared toward the African American family," said Jerome
Williams, Exodus senior vice president of business development. "We're
excited to help bring Tyler's vision for Madea's animated world to life."

Max Howard, Exodus president added, "We know this opportunity to work with
Tyler was highly sought after and we are thrilled he chose to partner with
Exodus."

This is the very first animated project for the successful Madea character.
Under the arrangement, Tyler Perry Productions and Exodus will jointly
develop and produce the series, with Exodus financing. The idea was first
realized 18 months ago by Tyler Perry, William Morris' Charles King, and
Exodus' Jerome Williams. Perry is set to create, write and executive
produce with Exodus CEO John Eraklis, Howard, and Williams producing.