Doing Life
“Choose a love that breaks all chains.”
Synopsis
A single mother and an incarcerated man forge an unlikely bond through heartfelt letters, unlocking a door to redemption, hope and love against all odds.
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 2, 2026
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tyler Perry
- Screenplay & Story
- Tyler Perry
- Original Title
- Doing Life
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- Tyler Perry Studios, Netflix
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
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Department Leadership Roster
Tyler Perry
Director
Tyler Perry
Producer
Tyler Perry
Writer
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-08-31
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Doing Life
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What is Doing Life about?
A single mother and an incarcerated man forge an unlikely bond through heartfelt letters, unlocking a door to redemption, hope and love against all odds.
Who directed Doing Life?
Doing Life was directed by Tyler Perry.
Who stars in Doing Life?
The principal cast of Doing Life includes Naomi Baker, Jay Reeves, Tamberla Perry, Karen Obilom, Jasmine Sargent.
When was Doing Life released and how long is it?
Doing Life was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Doing Life?
Doing Life holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).