Straw Movie (2025): Release Date, Cast, Story, Photos, Trailer & Everything You Need to Know
Straw Trailer, Teaser & Videos
Straw Movie Details
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genres | Drama, Thriller |
| Release date | June 6, 2025 |
| Running time | 1hr 45min |
| Age rating | TV-MA |
| Starring | Taraji P. Henson, Sherri Shepherd, Teyana Taylor |
| Directed by | Tyler Perry |
| Written by | Tyler Perry |
| Produced by | Angi Bones, Tyler Perry, Tony L. Strickland |
| Cinematography by | Justyn Moro |
| Edited by | Nick Coker |
| Music by | Dara Taylor |
| Filming locations | Tyler Perry Studios – 315 Deshler Street SW, Atlanta, Georgia, USA(Studio) |
| Production Company | Tyler Perry Studios |
| Distributor | Netflix |
About Straw Movie
Straw is an American thriller film written, produced, and directed by Tyler Perry. The movie stars Taraji P. Henson as Janiyah, a struggling single mother whose life spirals into chaos over the course of a single day.
Straw Cast & Characters
Main Roles
- Taraji P. Henson as Janiyah Wiltkinson
- Sherri Shepherd as Nicole
- Teyana Taylor as Detective Kay Raymond
Support Roles
- Sinbad as Benny
- Rockmond Dunbar as Chief Wilson
- Ashley Versher as Tessa George
- Mike Merrill as Detective Grimes
- Glynn Turman as Richard
- Shalèt Monique as Rayah Dunnam
- Diva Tyler as Isabella
- Fracaswell Hyman as Marvin
- Doris Woodruff as Dorothy
- Jeremy J. Anderson as Justin
- Derek Phillips as Agent Bryce
- Tilky Jones as Officer Oliver
- Katrina Nelson as Officer Sam
- Anthony E. Williams as Officer Dickson
- Justin James Boykin as Dan
- Jâms Thomas as Officer Black
- Zac Zedalis as Louis Jones
- Niviere Fontane as Jones
- Ali Burch as News Reporter
- Gabrielle E. Jackson as Aria
- Tarina Pouncy as Principal Matheson
- Tina McCoy Mitchell as Black Female
- Schelle Purcell as Gloria
- Dasan Frazier as Kenny
- Ashanti Brown as Bunny
- Cheryl Frazier as Delores
- Brad Worch II as Agent Mike
- Tonia Jackson as Mrs. Dianne Hutchinson
Minor Roles / Background Characters
- Shayla Bell as Customer #1
- Asa A. Stallings as Customer #2
- Aysia Moorer as Customer #3
- Nikkita Johnson as Customer #4
- Kissa Jo as Customer #8
- Javen Lewis as Young Man #1
- KeDario Lewis as Young Man #2
- Briana Adams as Bill Collector (voice)
- Marquis Smith as FBI Officer (voice)
- Wendy M. Smith as Police Dispatch (voice)
- Eric Majette Jr. as 911 Operator (voice)
Uncredited Roles
- Jeremy Anderson as Justin
- Khary Colbert as Supermarket Shopper
- Hasani Vibez Comer as Supermarket Shopper
- Carter J. Cooper as Student
- Justin Davis as Police Officer
- Michael James Sewell Jr. as Barber
- Rusty L. Stewart as FBI Agent
- Lee Traylor as Waitress
- Charles S. Walker as Parent
- Marcus Washington as SWAT
Straw Storyline (Plot)
A single mother navigates a series of unfortunate events, leading her down an unforeseen path where she becomes embroiled in a situation she never envisioned, finding herself at the center of suspicion in an indifferent world.
Straw Movie Release Date
Straw premiered exclusively on Netflix on June 6, 2025.
Straw – Where to Watch and Stream
Straw Movie FAQs
Who is the director of Straw movie?
Straw is directed by Tyler Perry, he also a writer and producer of this film.
Who is the writer of Straw movie?
Straw is written by Tyler Perry.
Who are the lead actors in Straw movie?
Straw is an American thriller film, starring Taraji P. Henson, Sherri Shepherd, Teyana Taylor in the lead roles.
When will the Straw be released?
Straw premiered on Netflix on June 6, 2025.
Where to watch Straw movie?
You can watch Straw movie on Netflix.
Where to watch Straw movie online?
Straw is available on Netflix and was released on June 6, 2025.
Is there a trailer for the Straw?
Straw has released a official trailer on Netflix YouTube channel, also watch it above.