Tyler Perry fans, mark your calendars—She the People is coming back for Part 2 of its debut season! The sharp-witted political comedy, created under Perry’s exclusive multi-year deal with Netflix, is gearing up to deliver even more laughs, drama, and commentary on August 14, 2025.
The Power and Pressure of Politics
She the People follows the rollercoaster political journey of Antoinette Dunkerson, a charismatic and resilient woman who becomes Mississippi’s first Black lieutenant governor. But instead of basking in power, she’s immediately confronted by a condescending governor, a skeptical political system, and a chaotic family that’s now in the spotlight.
Played by the phenomenal Terri J. Vaughn, Antoinette’s rise to office is anything but smooth. The series humorously yet poignantly navigates themes of racial bias, workplace inequality, and family chaos. In true Tyler Perry fashion, the storytelling mixes comedy with real-life struggles to strike a perfect balance between satire and sincerity.
Season 1 Breakdown and Release Details
The first season of She the People consists of 16 episodes, released in two parts. Part 1 premiered on Netflix on May 22, 2025, introducing viewers to Dunkerson’s world of backhanded politics, eccentric relatives, and a system designed to undermine her authority. Part 2—featuring the final 8 episodes—drops globally on Thursday, August 14, 2025, exclusively on Netflix.
To stream the series, viewers in the U.S. can choose from several Netflix plans, starting at $7.99/month for the ad-supported tier, or opt for the $17.99/month ad-free experience. The Premium plan, at $24.99/month, supports higher resolution and multiple profiles for household use.
A Cast That Brings the Chaos—and Charm
Each character adds to Antoinette’s challenging political and personal battles, and in addition to Terri J. Vaughn’s standout performance as Antoinette, the cast features:
- Kevin Thoms as Jed Bonds
- Robert Craighead as the dismissive Governor Irwin Harper
- Michael Rose as Governor Hill
- Jo Marie Payton in a pivotal family role
- Jade Novah, Dyon Brooks (Mojobrookzz), Drew Olivia Tillman, Tré Boyd, and mor
Politics Meets Punchlines
A standout moment from the trailer shows Antoinette addressing a crowd with confidence:
"I am looking forward to being the next lieutenant governor of our great state, Mississippi!"
But her excitement is quickly tempered by the realization that her male counterparts, particularly Governor Harper, are intent on keeping her in a box, choosing her staff, ignoring her input, and questioning her qualifications.
Yet, Antoinette doesn’t back down. Encouraged by her strong-willed mother and driven by purpose, she begins to claim her space, challenge outdated systems, and carve out her voice in the corridors of power.
Tyler Perry’s Netflix Reign Continues
She the People is only the second project from Tyler Perry’s first-look deal with Netflix, and it’s already making strides; his previous film, The Six Triple Eight, set records as his most-watched Netflix project, with viewership across his entire catalog spiking by 45%.
With She the People, Perry once again showcases his unique ability to blend heart, humor, and hard truths into content that resonates deeply with audiences.
So if you haven’t yet tuned in, now’s the time to catch up on Part 1 before the story continues in August, because in politics—and in Perry’s world—when a woman fights for what she’s earned, she the people win.
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