Tyler Perry’s latest film, “Divorce in the Black,” has not only captivated viewers but also set a new record for driving U.S. Prime Video subscriptions. According to Amazon, the film has attracted more new sign-ups to Prime Video than any other movie produced by Amazon MGM Studios to date. This milestone solidifies Perry’s impact on the platform and underscores his ability to draw in viewers.
Upon its release on July 11, “Divorce in the Black” quickly made its mark, amassing more than 498 million minutes of viewership within its first four days, according to Nielsen. This impressive figure placed the film at number three on Nielsen’s Top 10 streaming chart for the viewing window of July 8-14, behind only Netflix’s “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” and Paramount+’s “If.” With its nearly 2.5-hour runtime, the film’s 498 million minutes translate to an estimated 3.5 million views during that period.
Even weeks after its debut, “Divorce in the Black” continues to perform strongly. According to Luminate’s movies chart, the film logged 93.2 million minutes watched between July 26 and August 1, marking its third week on Prime Video. This sustained performance highlights the film’s ongoing appeal to audiences.
“Divorce in the Black” stars Meagan Good as Ava, a young banking professional caught in a troubled marriage. When her husband, Dallas (played by Cory Hardrict), asks for a divorce, Ava is initially heartbroken and prepared to fight for their relationship. However, as the plot unfolds, fate reveals Dallas’s dark secrets, transforming Ava’s journey as she discovers the truth about her husband’s betrayal and her own path to true love.
Tyler Perry wrote, directed, and produced “Divorce in the Black” as part of his four-picture deal with Amazon Studios. Perry partnered with Meagan Good, Angi Bones, Will Areu, and Dianne Ashford to produce the film, which showcases his signature style of blending drama with deeply emotional themes.
While Amazon did not disclose the exact number of subscribers gained from the film, the studio noted that “Divorce in the Black” surpassed the previous record-holder for sign-ups, “Road House.” That movie, starring Jake Gyllenhaal, had previously been touted as one of Amazon MGM’s top-performing films, with over 50 million viewers globally in its first two weeks.
Stay tuned for more updates on Tyler Perry’s future projects with Amazon Studios, and catch “Divorce in the Black” now streaming on Prime Video.
