Tyler Perry’s Ruth & Boaz Reimagines a Biblical Love Story with a Modern, Southern Twist

In a bold and emotional reimagining of one of the Bible’s most beloved love stories, Ruth & Boaz brings timeless faith, romance, and redemption into a modern Southern setting. With the power of faith, redemption, and romance, Tyler Perry and DeVon Franklin join forces to deliver a stirring modern adaptation that blends Southern heart with spiritual depth.

Modern Faith Meets Real-World Struggles

Set in Tennessee, Ruth & Boaz follows a young woman who flees the chaos of the Atlanta music scene to care for an elderly widow. In doing so, she gains not only a spiritual mother figure—but discovers a profound love that transforms her life.

This contemporary take on the Book of Ruth is steeped in heartache, healing, and divine timing, tackling universal themes of loyalty, family, grief, and grace.

A Star-Studded Cast Brings the Story to Life

Ruth & Boaz features an ensemble of music and screen talent, including:

• Serayah McNeill (Empire, Kingdom Business)
• Tyler Lepley (Harlem, P-Valley)
• Phylicia Rashad (The Gilded Age, The Beekeeper)
• Walnette Santiago (Doom Patrol, BMF)
• Nijah Brenea (Kold x Windy, Rap Sh!t)
• James Lee Thomas (One Spoon of Chocolate, Bad Boys: Ride or Die)
• Music legends Babyface, Jermaine Dupri, Lecrae, and Yung Joc
• Christopher Broughton

A Partnership with Purpose

Directed by Alanna Brown (Trees of Peace) and written by Michael Elliot (Brown Sugar) and Cory Tynan (Play’d), Ruth & Boaz is the first project under Perry and Franklin’s multi-year, faith-based film deal with Netflix.

“In a world that grows colder by the day, DeVon and I are committed to spreading something good,” said Tyler Perry.

“We’re here to uplift,” added DeVon Franklin. “And there’s no better partner than Netflix to inspire the world.”

Watch a Sneak Peek

A steamy new clip teases the undeniable chemistry between Ruth and Boaz, offering fans a taste of the emotional rollercoaster to come. 

When Can You Watch Ruth & Boaz?

Release Date: Ruth & Boaz premieres September 26, 2025, only on Netflix.

Whether you’re in it for the music, the message, or the love story, this film is not to be missed.