I Can Do Bad All by Myself (film)

I Can Do Bad All by Myself is a 2009 American musical comedy-drama film written, directed, and produced by Tyler Perry. It is based on his stage play of the same name. The film stars Taraji P. Henson, Tyler Perry, Adam Rodriguez, Brian White, Mary J. Blige, Gladys Knight, and Hope Olaide Wilson.

The story centers around Madea's niece, April, a hard-drinking nightclub singer who is forced to take responsibility for her delinquent niece and nephews after they are caught burglarizing her home. As April struggles to care for the children, she also battles her own personal demons and finds herself forming an unexpected connection with Sandino, an immigrant handyman who offers her support and guidance. The film explores themes of family, redemption, forgiveness, and self-improvement.

I Can Do Bad All by Myself features musical performances by Mary J. Blige and Gladys Knight, adding to the film's emotional depth and entertainment value. The film was released in the United States on September 11, 2009, and was a commercial success, reaching number one at the box office in its opening weekend. It received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for Henson's performance and the film's musical elements, but criticism for its melodrama and inconsistent tone.