Straw, the psychological crime film from writer-director Tyler Perry, blends emotional turmoil with sharp suspense to deliver one of Netflix's most popular thrillers of the year so far. The film stars Taraji P.

If you haven’t watched the new Tyler Perry movie Straw, you’re about to see spoilers because it’s all the internet is talking about! The Netflix movie, which premiered on June 6, 2025, was written, directed and produced by the filmmaker and stars Taraji P.

Tyler Perry has come a long way from simply being a playwright. Over the past two decades, he's solidified himself as a major power player in the film industry and, through his successful business, Tyler Perry Studios,