Straw on Netflix: Tyler Perry and Taraji P Henson's drama earns rave reviews, viewers call plot twist 'insane'
Straw, the new Netflix drama from Tyler Perry featuring Taraji P. Henson, is receiving high praise from viewers. Audiences are particularly moved by its emotional storytelling and powerful performances.
Straw on Netflix: Tyler Perry returns with Straw, a gripping new drama now streaming on Netflix, starring the acclaimed Taraji P. Henson in a powerful lead role. The film has quickly captured the attention of audiences, earning widespread acclaim for its intense narrative, emotional complexity, and standout performances. With an unexpected plot twist that has left viewers stunned, fans can’t stop raving about it, calling the film and its climax “insane.”
What is Straw on Netflix about?
A single mother’s life spirals out of control as a series of unfortunate events turn her already difficult day into a complete nightmare while she tries to care for her ailing daughter. With no support from a system that seems to overlook her struggles, she finds herself facing heartbreaking decisions in a world that leaves her with no way out.
Straw on Netflix gets amazing reviews
Taking to X, viewers shared that Taraji P. Henson and Tyler Perry deserve to win Oscars for the drama. Many even called it an emotional ride that everyone should watch.
Tyler and Taraji better win their Oscars for this... Movies don't make you cry like this these days! 😭#StrawNetflix pic.twitter.com/AlwL626ZZF
— ICY ♉ (@Icy_cee1) June 7, 2025
The plot twist for us viewers is insane 👏🏻👏🏻 highly recommend #StrawNetflix pic.twitter.com/OI6umpdQG3
— Michelle (@Bigbrother_all) June 6, 2025
Grief drove her to insanity. 💔 All along, she was dealing with the death of her daughter. 😔
— Jabulani Macdonald ⚡️ (@Jabu_Macdonald) June 7, 2025
Taraji P. Henson embodied this character so well , the emotions felt so real. 🥹 And the ending is probably Tyler Perry’s best work so far!#Straw #StrawNetflix pic.twitter.com/uF9VQPk23v
I don’t like how Tyler Perry puts Black women through hell in his movies but the sad part is, that’s the reality for so many single mothers.#StrawNetflix pic.twitter.com/bp2COhdPMz
— JONAM’S PRINCESS👑👑 (@AtimCharlotte) June 6, 2025
The way “STRAW” raises awareness on psychosis , and the different stages of grief!
— T-Mika 🇭🇹 (@tipoupee) June 8, 2025
Beautifully done! #StrawNetflix pic.twitter.com/8elHuyKTlU
Taraji P. Henson is one of THE BEST actress ever. #StrawNetflix was simply incredible and she deserves an Oscar. The emotion I felt watching this was insane. I cried from start to finish.
— JustMu 🌸 (@MufasaScreams) June 8, 2025
Single moms. We are incredibly strong. 🩷 pic.twitter.com/JVKwRnotPZ
One wrote, “Tyler and Taraji better win their Oscars for this... Movies don't make you cry like this these days!.” Another added, “Taraji P. Henson embodied this character so well , the emotions felt so real and the ending is probably Tyler Perry’s best work so far!.”
A third went on to add, “Taraji P. Henson is one of THE BEST actress ever. #StrawNetflix was simply incredible and she deserves an Oscar.”
Meet the cast of Straw
The cast of Straw features Taraji P. Henson as Janiyah, Sherri Shepherd as Nicole Parker, Teyana Taylor as Detective Raymond, Glynn Turman as Richard, Sinbad as Benny, and Rockmond Dunbar as Chief Wilson.
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