The partnership on Perry’s TV and short-form video content to go into effect in May 2019, following the expiration of Perry’s exclusive agreement with OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network.
In addition, Viacom will have exclusive distribution rights to Perry’s short-form video content.
Tyler Perry’s A Madea Family Funeral is the eighth film in the franchise and will be the final film from Tyler Perry that is distributed by Lionsgate.
Last October, it was revealed that this will be Perry’s last movie playing his iconic Madea character.