tyler Perry’s “She the‌ People” Draws Mixed reactions on Netflix

⁢ ‌ Updated May ⁤25, 2025

The new ⁢netflix series ​”She the People,”⁢ created ⁤by Tyler Perry and Niya Palmer, is generating a wide spectrum of opinions among viewers. The show follows Antoinette dunkerson (Terri J. Vaughn), the newly ⁣elected first ​Black lieutenant ⁣governor of Mississippi, as‌ she balances her demanding career with her​ boisterous ⁤family life.

Cast ‍of 'She The People' including Kevin Thoms, tony Robinette, ⁢Robert Craighead, Irwin⁢ Harper, ​and Terri ⁤J. Vaughn.
kevin Thoms, Tony⁣ Robinette,⁣ Robert Craighead, Irwin ⁤Harper, and Terri​ J. Vaughn in “She The People.”
Charles⁢ “Chip” Bergmann ‌/ Netflix

Adding to the comedic chaos is ⁣Antoinette’s‌ opinionated mother,Cleo (Jo Marie Payton),who isn’t ‍afraid to voice her​ unfiltered thoughts,potentially jeopardizing her ⁣daughter’s carefully crafted public image. Her daughter, Lola (Drew Olivia Tillman), further complicates matters with⁣ her rebellious nature.

Jo ⁣Marie Payton and Drew Olivia Tillman in ‌a scene from 'She ‌The People.'
Jo⁤ Marie ⁣Payton as Cleo,and Drew Olivia Tillman⁢ as Lola dunkerson⁤ in “She The people.”
Charles “Chip” Bergmann / Netflix

Since its May 22⁣ debut, “She the People” has⁢ quickly climbed the Netflix ‍charts, ​currently holding the No. 2 spot in‌ the U.S., trailing only “Sirens.”

While the series is still awaiting ⁤an aggregate score on ‌Rotten ⁤Tomatoes,⁣ social media is abuzz ⁤with ⁤reactions. Some ​viewers have lauded the ⁤eight-episode ​comedy, with one X user calling it “really funny.” Others praised its brevity and quality, while some enthusiastically rated⁢ it a “10/10.”

However, not all responses have been positive. ⁣Some viewers ​expressed disappointment, with one X user labeling it “horrible” and another deeming it “corny and stupid.”

Terri⁣ J. Vaughn ⁢and ‍Tony ‌Robinette in 'She The⁢ People.'
Terri J. Vaughn as Antoinette Dunkerson,Tony Robinette‍ as Henry Clatterbuck in⁣ “She The People.”
Charles “Chip” Bergmann ⁣/ ‍Netflix

Some critics expressed concern that Perry’s portrayal of Black women ⁢reinforces negative stereotypes.⁢ One viewer stated they didn’t appreciate what they perceived as Perry’s negative depiction of Black women, while another bluntly stated that ‍Perry “really hate ​black woemn.”

Despite the criticisms, one X user‍ offered a more⁢ balanced perspective, acknowledging the show’s shortcomings⁣ but highlighting terri J. ⁤Vaughn’s performance ‌as a standout.

What’s next

As “She⁣ the ‍People”‌ continues to stream on Netflix, it remains to be seen⁣ whether the ‍series will ‍maintain​ its⁣ popularity and if critical reception will evolve.