Get ready for an emotional and powerful story. Tyler Perry is back with his new drama film Straw, coming to Netflix on June 6, 2025. The movie stars Taraji P. Henson in the lead role and features a strong cast including Sherri Shepherd, Teyana Taylor, Glynn Turman, and Sinbad.

What is
Straw about?
Straw follows the story of Janiyah, a single mother who is trying her best to take care of her sick daughter. Life is tough for her, and things keep going wrong. On one particularly bad day, a desperate situation leads her to accidentally take a local bank hostage—just as she was trying to cash a check.
The film explores how one woman’s everyday struggles can push her to the edge. It’s about pain, survival, and the hard choices people make when they feel they have no help.
Tyler Perry says that this is a story many people will relate to—especially those who have ever felt like they were at their “last straw.”
Who is in the cast?

• Taraji P. Henson as Janiyah, the main character trying to protect her daughter.


• Sherri Shepherd as Nicole, a bank teller caught in the chaos.


• Teyana Taylor as Detective Kay Raymond, a cop who tries to understand Janiyah’s side.


• Glynn Turman as Richard, Janiyah’s boss who is anything but supportive.


• Sinbad as Benny, a neighbor who sees the good in Janiyah.


• Rockmond Dunbar as Chief Wilson, a police chief who misjudges the situation.

Watch the TrailerThe trailer shows Janiyah’s bad day getting worse, ending in a tense police standoff. As she says in the clip,
“I just want to do what’s right for my baby.” The trailer sets the tone for a gripping drama.
When and Where to Watch?
Straw will be available to stream on Netflix starting June 6, 2025.