In 'Madea's Witness Protection' Tom Arnold plays a sleazy corrupt businessman for laughs. The 53-year-old comedian and actor spoke to Fox411.com about his long career, working with Perry and what it's like to be sober in the world's most infamous party-loving industry.

Fox411: Before you did this movie had you seen any Tyler Perry movies?

Tom Arnold: No, I hadn't. Obviously I've seen parts, and am very aware of Tyler Perry and what he does but I hadn't sat down and watched a whole Tyler Perry movie from start to finish until I watched this one last week.

Fox411: Were you happy with it?

TA: With me? Never. With the movie I was very impressed because I didn't know for sure what the point of view would be. I sensed who Madea was and what she thought about things. I thought it had a lot more to do with being in church for some reason. But Madea's got quite some back story. She's done some things and I like that there's no high horse here. Tyler's about being as funny as possible. I was really impressed by what he does.