Tyler Perry’s Doing Life is a Netflix drama that arrived on October 2, 2026, and it is the second most-watched movie on the Netflix US chart for the second week in a row. Naomi Baker stars as Anika, a struggling single mother, opposite Jay Reeves as a reformed ex-convict. Perry wrote, directed and produced the film.
This guide covers the cast, the plot, the release details and where to watch. We update it as more details are confirmed. See also our Netflix Top 10 This Week. Last updated on October 20, 2026.
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Tyler Perry’s Doing Life at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
| Release | Netflix, October 2, 2026 |
| Writer, director and producer | Tyler Perry |
| Genre | Urban drama with romantic elements |
| Runtime | Just under two hours |
| Netflix US chart | No. 2 movie this week |
| Where to watch | Netflix |
Doing Life Cast and Characters
| Actor | Character |
| Naomi Baker | Anika, a single mother |
| Jay Reeves | Carousel, a reformed ex-convict |
| Tamberla Perry | Cathy |
| Karen Obilom | Trina |
| Jasmine Sargent | Lisa |
| Danielle Moné Truitt | Denise |
What Is Doing Life About?
Netflix describes the film as a gritty urban drama about a single mother fighting for survival and a reformed ex-con with untapped talents. The two form an unexpected bond that becomes an unlikely second chance for both of them.
Is Doing Life Based on a True Story?
Netflix presents Doing Life as a drama and does not say it is based on a true story.
Where to Watch Doing Life
Doing Life is streaming now on Netflix, with no theatrical release. It is one of the most-watched movies on the service this week, behind Ben Affleck’s Animals.
More Netflix to Watch Right Now
For the whole chart, see our Netflix Top 10 This Week. For something coming soon, The Altruists arrives on November 19 and The Hunting Wives season 2 follows on Thanksgiving Day.
Doing Life FAQ
When did Doing Life come out on Netflix?
October 2, 2026.
Who is in the cast of Doing Life?
Naomi Baker plays Anika and Jay Reeves plays Carousel. Tamberla Perry, Karen Obilom, Jasmine Sargent and Danielle Moné Truitt are also in the cast.
Who wrote and directed Doing Life?
Tyler Perry wrote, directed and produced it.
What is Doing Life about?
A single mother fighting for survival and a reformed ex-con with untapped talents form an unexpected bond and an unlikely second chance.
Is Doing Life based on a true story?
Netflix presents it as a drama and does not say it is based on a true story.
Where can I watch Doing Life?
On Netflix.
Is Doing Life a theatrical movie?
No. It was released directly on Netflix.
This guide is based on Netflix information and chart reports, and is updated as new details come in.
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