The Family That Preys Ending Explained, Plot, and More

Many wanted to know "The FamilyThat Preys" ending explained, and this article explains it along with the other details about "The Family That Preys."

The Family That Preys

"The Family That Preys" is a 2008 American drama film directed and produced by Tyler Perry. The film features an ensemble cast including Alfre Woodard, Kathy Bates, Sanaa Lathan, Rockmond Dunbar, Tyler Perry, and Cole Hauser. It follows the lives of two families, one wealthy and the other working-class, and how their relationships become entangled as they face personal and financial struggles. The film explores themes such as greed, loyalty, betrayal, forgiveness, and redemption. It received mixed reviews from critics but was a commercial success, grossing over $37 million worldwide.

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The Family That Preys Ending Explained

In due course, Andrea admits to Chris that she has been involved in a romantic relationship with a Cartwright for a significant amount of time and that "their son" is, in fact, a Cartwright. This revelation implies that the affair commenced around the same time as Chris and Andrea's marriage. Moreover, Alice's spouse, who is Andrea's father, had also left her mother for another woman in the past. In the family that preys ending, the disgusting truths were finally disclosed.

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The Family That Preys Movie Plot

The story revolves around two families, the Cartwrights and the Paynes, who have been close friends for many years. Charlotte Cartwright (Kathy Bates) is the matriarch of the wealthy Cartwright family, while Alice Pratt (Alfre Woodard) is the working-class mother of Andrea (Sanaa Lathan) and Pam (Taraji P. Henson). Charlotte's son, William (Cole Hauser), runs the family business and is having an affair with Andrea, who is married to Chris (Rockmond Dunbar). Chris works for William and is unaware of the affair. Meanwhile, Alice's daughter, Pam, is having problems with her husband, who is cheating on her and taking drugs.

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As the two families come together for a road trip to New Orleans, secrets are revealed, and relationships are tested. Charlotte and Alice discover the affair between William and Andrea and try to keep it from Chris. At the same time, Pam discovers her husband's infidelity and leaves him. The road trip proves to be a turning point for both families as they confront their issues and learn to forgive each other. Andrea confesses to Chris about the affair and tells him that "their son" is actually a Cartwright, revealing that the affair had been going on for a long time. Alice also reveals that her husband had left her for another woman.

In the end, the families come together and celebrate Alice's retirement. William resigns from the family business, and Andrea decides to leave town with her son. Pam starts a new business with Alice's help, Chris forgives Andrea, and they try to work on their marriage. "The Family That Preys" explores themes such as greed, loyalty, betrayal, forgiveness, and redemption, and features an ensemble cast that also includes Tyler Perry in a supporting role. The film received mixed reviews from critics but was a commercial success, grossing over $37 million worldwide.

Is The Family That Preys on Netflix?

Yes, The Family That Preys is available on Netflix. But kindly note that The Family That Preys will be charged for or need to be purchased on Netflix. To access your Netflix account, you can use various devices that have an internet connection, such as PCs, laptops, smartphones, and tablets. Here's how to log in to Netflix on different devices:

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Netflix Login on Web Browsers:

Open your preferred web browser and go to
Click the "Sign in" button located in the upper-right corner of the screen.
Enter your email or phone number and password.
Click "Sign In" to access your account.

Netflix Login on Android:

Open the Google Play store and search for "Netflix."
Install the app.
Once the installation is complete, open the app.
Enter your login credentials and tap "Sign In" to start streaming.

Netflix Login on iPhone:

Open the Apple Store and search for "Netflix."
Download and install the app.
Launch the app on your device.
Enter your login information and tap "Sign In" to start watching.

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The Family That Preys Streaming

You could watch The Family That Preys on Netflix and Amazon. You can then watch it on California TV Box, Prime Video, Vudu, Apple TV, or Redbox on your Roku device.

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The plot of the story centers around two long-time close-knit families, the Cartwrights and the Paynes. The affluent Cartwright family is headed by matriarch Charlotte Cartwright, played by Kathy Bates, while Alfre Woodard plays the role of Alice Pratt, the hard-working mother of two daughters, Andrea and Pam. William, Charlotte's son, played by Cole Hauser, manages the family business and is secretly involved in an extramarital affair with Andrea, who is already married to Chris, played by Rockmond Dunbar. Notably, Chris works under William and is oblivious to his wife's infidelity. Meanwhile, Pam, Alice's other daughter portrayed by Taraji P. Henson, is facing challenges in her marriage, as her husband is cheating on her and struggling with addiction.

The Family That Preys Cast

Cast Name	Character Name
Alfre Woodard	Alice Reynolds-Evans
Sanaa Lathan	Andrea Evans-Bennett
KaDee Strickland	Jillian Cartwright
Cole Hauser	William Cartwright
Rockmond Dunbar	Chris Bennett
Taraji P. Henson	Pam Evans
Robin Givens	Abigail "Abby" Dexter
Tyler Perry	Ben
Kathy Bates	Charlotte Cartwright
Sebastian Siegel	Nicholas "Nick" Blanchett

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The Family That Preys Where to Watch UK?

You could watch the family that preys on Prime Video. Here are some of the streaming methods for The Family That Preys.

To stream content from Amazon Prime Video on your smart TV or Blu-ray player, follow these steps:

Check if the Amazon Prime Video app is pre-installed on your device. If not, go to your device's app store and download it.
Launch the Amazon Prime Video app and sign in with your Amazon Prime or Prime Video account.
Browse the available selection of movies and TV shows, select the one you want to watch, and hit the play button to start streaming.

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If you want to stream Amazon Prime Video on your media player, follow these steps:

Check if the Prime Video app is already installed on your device. If not, you can download it from your media player's app store.
To register your media player, you have two options:
Select "Sign in and start watching" to enter your account details directly on your device.
Alternatively, choose "Register on the Amazon Website" to receive a 5- to 6-character code.
Sign in to your Amazon account and enter the code to complete the registration process. Once done, you can start streaming your favorite movies and TV shows from Prime Video.