# Madea Goes to Jail (2009)

English · Released 2009-02-20

Madea Goes to Jail is a 2009 English film. Viola Davis appears in it.

Cast: Viola Davis as Ellen

## Storyline
After a high-speed car chase, Madea winds up behind bars because her quick temper gets the best of her. Meanwhile, Assistant District Attorney Josh Hardaway lands a case that's too personal to handle: that of a young prostitute and former drug addict named Candace, also a childhood friend. When Candace winds up in jail, Madea takes the young woman under her protective wing.

## Common questions

### When was Madea Goes to Jail released?
Madea Goes to Jail was released on 20 February 2009.

### Who stars in Madea Goes to Jail?
Viola Davis star in Madea Goes to Jail.

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