Tyler Perry's House of Payne
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BET Running Comedy • Family
14 Seasons · 389 Episodes · Premiered June 6, 2007
Tyler Perry's House of Payne is a comedy series about a multigenerational, working class family who experiences all of life's struggles with faith, love and most importantly humor. Curtis, the uncle and head of the household, has his life and home turned upside down when an unexpected event forces his nephew, CJ, played by Allen Payne, and CJ's kids to move into the house, putting three generations under one roof. This chaotic living situation takes its toll on cranky Pops, who is reluctant to have his routine disturbed. In addition to CJ's family, Curtis and Ella's son, Calvin, a wise-cracking college kid with no money, hangs out at home which makes it impossible for Pops to have any peace and quiet. It soon becomes evident just how wide the generation gap is, as the family tries to find a way to coexist through all of life's hilarious ups and downs.
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Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
37 episodes
E01
Bully and the Beast
Thu, Jun 7 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
In the series premiere, Curtis becomes tired of all the people in his house. Meanwhile, Malik is being bullied by a girl at school who is taking his lunch money. Curtis tries to reconcile the situation but doesn't get a long with the girl's foster mother, Madea.
E02
I Can Cry If I Want To
Thu, Jun 7 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
While the family tries to plan a surprise party for Curtis' 50th birthday, Curtis tries to regain his youth. During the party the guys are called out for a fire that ends up being at C.J. and Janine's house.
E03
More Than Meets the Eye
Thu, Jun 14 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. finds out the fire at his house was arson. Meanwhile, Janine's strange behavior is questioned by the family, especially Curtis, who thinks Janine is cheating on C.J. with her mysterious friend Blue.
E04
Busted
Thu, Jun 14 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The family continues to question Janine's odd behavior before realizing she is on drugs. Meanwhile, Calvin sells knock off designer purses to make some extra money.
E05
Lost and Found
Thu, Jun 21 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis is required to take an anger management class, but the upbeat instructor doesn't seem to suppress his anger. Later, the guys go to the crack house to help bring Janine home. Janine agrees to go to rehab but the family wakes up to find her missing.
E06
Down and Outted
Thu, Jun 21 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis thinks Malik is gay after seeing him wear a tutu. Meanwhile, Curtis offers some of his and Ella's retirement money to C.J. in order to jump start him and the kids moving out.
E07
No Money, Mo' Problems
Thu, Jun 28 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. accepts Curtis and Ella's money offer, but when he uses the money to put Janine in rehab she checks herself out, causing C.J. to lose the money and find a way to break the news to Curtis. Meanwhile, Calvin shows off Curtis and Ella's house as his own to impress a girl.
E08
Just Say No
Thu, Jun 28 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
A school assembly about "Say No To Drugs" upsets Jazmine, because of Janine's drug problems. Meanwhile, the firefighters protest after Curtis refuses to replace the broken television at the firehouse.
E09
Surprise, Surprise
Thu, Jul 5 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine's parents show up looking for her. Claretha believes she knows Janine's father.
E10
Father Knows Best
Thu, Jul 5 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine's parents return and want custody of the kids. The firefighters "misplace" the fire truck.
E11
I Keep Coming Up Short
Thu, Jul 12 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis has impotency issues. Meanwhile, C.J. tries to work out his debt.
E12
The Buck Stops Here
Thu, Jul 12 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The firefighters do a pinup calendar as a fundraiser and are surprised when a new firefighter assigned to the house is a woman named Angel. Meanwhile, Jazmine sells candy for her school.
E13
Wax On, Wax Off
Thu, Jul 19 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik's going through puberty and the women in the house are clueless. Meanwhile, a failing inspection at the firehouse is Curtis's fault.
E14
Head of the Class
Thu, Jul 19 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jazmine runs for class president. Meanwhile, Curtis and Ella take an art class together with models.
E15
Paternity and Fraternity, Pt. 1
Thu, Jul 26 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
An old high school flame of C.J.'s comes back in his life with a claim that is bound to rock his world. Meanwhile, Malik's hanging around a bad group of kids and gets into trouble.
E16
Paternity and Fraternity, Pt. 2
Thu, Jul 26 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. gets the results of the paternity test. Meanwhile, Bart does some extreme stunts while the firefighters place bets on him.
E17
Cracking Under Pressure
Thu, Aug 2 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine and her associates from the crack-house break in and steal from the Payne's house. Meanwhile, Calvin trains for a marathon.
E18
Club PCP
Thu, Aug 2 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin plans a house party when the rest of the family visits relatives in Florida.
E19
Sadly Mistaken
Thu, Aug 9 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine's associate, Beverly, steals Ella's identity, causing Ella to be briefly jailed for check kiting. Afterward, Ella feels compelled to confront Janine at the crack house. Meanwhile, Calvin crams for mid-terms.
E20
And Justice for All
Thu, Aug 9 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik and Kevin meet someone on the Internet, who turns out to be a pedophile. Meanwhile, Curtis and Claretha have jury duty together.
E21
I Got the Hook Up
Thu, Aug 16 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Everyone tries to hook C.J. up on a date. Meanwhile, a woman who's HIV-positive volunteers at the Help Center.
E22
Absolutely Positive
Thu, Aug 16 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis gets a colonoscopy and thinks he's dying. Meanwhile, Calvin goes on a date with Karen, the woman who's HIV-positive.
E23
Teacher's Pet
Thu, Aug 23 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
After Jazmine "rescues" a hamster from her school, assistant principal Nicole Jamieson comes to the Payne household to investigate, sparking a schoolboy crush from Malik. When Malik finds out that Jazmine did abscond with the hamster, the two kids make a pact to keep it a secret. Soon, Calvin gets involved, and mayhem becomes the order of the day.
E24
The Perfect Storm
Thu, Aug 23 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The firehouse is overwhelmed by a nasty storm that hits Atlanta. Miscommunication about retrieving the kids from school causes a mix up that leads to sparks flying between C.J. and the assistant principal.
E25
Sad, Sad Leroy Brown, Pt. 1
Thu, Aug 30 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
A neighbor moves in with the Paynes after a fire renders his home uninhabitable, but the man soon emerges as an annoying houseguest. Elsewhere, Calvin finds romance---with a con artist.
E26
Sad, Sad Leroy Brown, Pt. 2
Thu, Aug 30 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Tension escalates between Curtis and Mr. Brown, a Payne houseguest in the wake of his home fire. Meanwhile, Malik gets a tattoo and comes to regret that decision.
E27
Weeping May Endure for a Night
Thu, Sep 6 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Mr. Brown, Cora and Will come by the Paynes after Pop Brown's funeral. Brown is upset because Pop Brown left him his run down house, which makes him think his Daddy really hates him. After going on another bad date, Calvin starts a website called "She's A Whack" dot com, only for it to backfire on him.
E28
The Big Test
Thu, Sep 6 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. has a date with Nicole who tells him she is waiting until she is married before having sex. Meanwhile, Jazmine cheats on a test.
E29
Balancing Act
Thu, Sep 13 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. tries to find time for Nicole without neglecting the children. Meanwhile, Jazmine hopes a new look will attract the attention of Malik's friend.
E30
Why Can't We Be Friends
Thu, Sep 13 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jazmine's friend, Tiffany, convinces Jazmine that C.J. is going to marry Nicole and move to San Francisco with Nicole just like her Dad did when he remarried. Jazmine and Tiffany devise a plan to break up C.J. and Nicole. Meanwhile, Curtis and Malik clean out the attic and bond.
E31
Dog Day Afternoon
Thu, Sep 20 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
While Malik must make a documentary for a school assignment, Curtis is unknowingly roped into assisting a bank robber.
E32
New Beginnings
Thu, Sep 20 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When his divorce from Janine is at last finalized, C.J. attempts to start life anew, and his firehouse buddies urge him to savor the single life. Meanwhile, Janine tries to reconnect with the Paynes.
E33
Heavy Petting
Thu, Sep 20 2007 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When an old friend of C.J.'s turns up, they stir up jealousy in Nicole which causes C.J. and Nicole's budding romance to hit a bump. In the meantime, the Payne children push to get a pooch.
E34
The Fast and the Furious
Thu, Sep 20 2007 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis must take an online driving course after he gets a speeding ticket. Meanwhile, Claretha, and Ella clash over playing the lottery.
E35
Gone in 60 Seconds
Thu, Sep 27 2007 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis surprises the family with a new motorcycle, but his new bike causes more trouble than anyone could ever imagine. Malik's new friend from New York convinces him to steal Curtis' motorcycle, leaving Curtis no choice but to press charges, causing Ella to kick him out of the house. (Part one of three.)
E36
Lost Without You
Thu, Sep 27 2007 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. and Nicole's relationship is seriously tested when Nicole's jealousy gets out of hand, but that's the least of C.J.'s problems. Curtis filled charges against Malik, who faces time in prison for stealing and wrecking Curtis' motorcycle. Meanwhile, the firehouse crew must find a way to get Curtis back into the house that Ella kicked him out of before they go insane.
E37
I Rest My Case
Thu, Sep 27 2007 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik and his friend Kyle go to a court hearing for stealing and wrecking Curtis' bike, but Curtis' plan to teach the boys a lesson backfires when Malik and Kyle are sent to prison. (Part three of three)
Season 2
22 episodes
E01
A House is Not a Home
Thu, Dec 6 2007 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. thinks they he may have found the perfect new apartment for he and the kids, but he soon learns that his dream home is too good to be true. Curtis is ecstatic that C.J. and the kids are finally getting out of his house. Meanwhile, Ella has had enough of Janine once she learns that she has been taking advantage of her.
E02
Home Alone
Thu, Dec 6 2007 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Just as C.J. and the kids adjust to their new surroundings, an unexpected break in changes everything. Meanwhile, Curtis and Ella are thrilled to have their home all to themselves again.
E03
The Wench Who Saved Christmas
Thu, Dec 6 2007 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Christmas has arrived and everyone is excited...except for Curtis. When he learns that Ella decided to cancel their holiday vacation to help celebrate C.J. and the kids spending Christmas without Janine, Curtis throws a Scrooge-like tantrum. He returns to reality after being in a dream state where Madea haunts him into realizing the true meaning of the holiday season.
E04
Trial by Fire Pt. 1
Thu, Dec 6 2007 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When a raging house fire is reported in the neighborhood, Curtis and the other firefighters rush to the scene. Calvin believes that he has finally found the right opportunity to prove to himself what he can do in a perilous situation. A miscalculated move results in Calvin rushing to safety and C.J. remaining trapped inside underneath the rumble. Meanwhile, Malik tries to impress a girl.
E05
Trial by Fire Pt. 2
Thu, Dec 13 2007 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis and his team continue to strategize the best way in order to rescue C.J., who remains trapped in the burning house unconscious. Meanwhile, Malik continues to win over his new crush, Taylor.
E06
Trial by Fire Pt. 3
Thu, Dec 13 2007 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
As C.J. fights for his life, he regains consciousness while awaiting the help from the other firefighters.
E07
Crazy in Love
Thu, Dec 13 2007 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
An old friend of Curtis is on town and begins to set his sights on Claretha, much to the dismay of Ella. Meanwhile, C.J. is being stalked by a mentally unstable woman he rescued.
E08
Reality Check
Thu, Dec 13 2007 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The firehouse becomes the subject of a new reality series about firefighters, but the producer of the show tampers with everyone's interviews by showing them in a not-so perfect image. Meanwhile, C.J. and Ella are at odds when Ella decides to takes the children to see their mother without C.J.'s consent.
E09
Piece of Mind
Thu, Dec 20 2007 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Deciding on the best way to handle some of their brooding issues, the Payne household decide to seek a family therapist. After each member of the family has their one-on-one time with the therapist, the final result proves that the doctor is need of some psychiatric assistance of his own.
E10
There's No Place Like Home
Thu, Dec 20 2007 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine is discharged from the rehabilitation center after successfully completing her program. She seeks help from Ella as she is nervous about her impending job interview and needs a place to stay for the night. Reluctantly, Ella goes beyond C.J.'s wishes and allows her to bunk on the couch, unbeknownst to the rest of the family. Meanwhile, Curtis decides to go on a diet after failing a physical exam.
E11
Mommie Dearest
Thu, Dec 27 2007 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. is at odds with the family as they continue to allow Janine to live with them. The Payne family ties are once again tested when Malik becomes embarrassed by Janine's arrival as he wants to avoid being taunted by his classmates because of his troubled mother.
E12
You Big Dummy
Thu, Dec 27 2007 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine and C.J. are at odds when she takes the children out to an amusement park without C.J.'s consent. But the drama ensues when C.J. discovers that Calvin has been dating Tracie behind his back. Meanwhile, Curtis guides the firehouse into a mandatory CPR certification.
E13
It's a Boy
Thu, Jan 3 2008 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
While the crew responds to an emergency call, Curtis finds himself all alone at the firehouse with a very pregnant woman. Meanwhile, Calvin and Tracie's relationship begins to wilt when Tracie questions if Calvin's ready for a mature relationship.
E14
Aches and Paynes
Thu, Jan 3 2008 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jazmine reveals her fear of visiting the dentist when she develops a painful toothache. Meanwhile, Calvin is devastated once he receives the news that Tracie wants to see other people and end their relationship.
E15
The Big Bang Theory
Thu, Jan 10 2008 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Blue, Janine's former drug dealer, demands that he receives the money that she owes him or he will threaten to harm the family. Meanwhile, another bully at Malik's school starts to harass him. But he finds Curtis' gun in the closet and soon believes that he's found the answer to his problem.
E16
Step It Up
Thu, Jan 10 2008 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis and Ella's niece comes to town for a scholarship interview, but her appearance and attitude hurt her chances of getting it. Aunt Ella and Janine help her work the judges, but it's them that end up learning a lesson. Meanwhile, Bart's obnoxious nephew hangs out at the firehouse and challenges Malik to a firefighter battle.
E17
No Payne No Gain
Thu, Jan 17 2008 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jazmine is scheduled for surgery when she has an appendix attack, and she milks it for all she can. Even Malik is forced to abide by her wishes. Meanwhile, Curtis is on the hunt for a pesky rat which is roaming the firehouse.
E18
Devil in a Blue Suit
Thu, Jan 17 2008 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine acts strangely, leading her family to think she is using drugs again. With Blue back in her life, the family must find a way to fix Janine's past. Meanwhile, Malik gets a paper route to pay for sneakers.
E19
Bad Influence
Thu, Jan 24 2008 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella has the flu, which means Curtis is in charge of the cleaning and cooking. Soon, he's also having to nurse Malik, C.J. and Janine after they catch Ella's bug. Jazmine, meanwhile, has been chosen to play the princess in her school play, but after her parents try to help her prepare, she winds up getting demoted. But Calvin has the perfect advice for her.
E20
Play on Playa
Thu, Jan 24 2008 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin misreads a relationship counselor's signals when she invites him to her house for dinner; Curtis does not let anything interfere with the firehouse's poker party.
E21
Its Getting Hot in Here
Thu, Jan 31 2008 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. catches the eye of a lovely woman at a wedding, where he gets a little frisky with Janine. Meanwhile, Calvin's friends volunteer at the firehouse.
E22
Don't Get It Twisted
Thu, Jan 31 2008 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The family grills Janine and C.J. after they spend the night together. But Curtis has problems of his own, when a man thinks his wife is having an affair with him.
Season 3
16 episodes
E01
Wife Swap
Thu, Mar 6 2008 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis and Ella's relationship hits a bump when Ella claims that Curtis takes her for granted. Curtis learns his lesson when the always sassy Madea materializes in one of his dreams as his wife. Elsewhere, Malik takes up football in order to woo a cheerleader.
E02
Stop Being All Funky
Thu, Mar 6 2008 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine dates an ex-football star, and CJ goes out with Tanya. CJ starts to feel uncomfortable when Janine's date gives out lavish gifts to Malik and Jazmine. Meanwhile, Curtis develops a man crush on Janine's date.
E03
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?
Thu, Mar 13 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
As Malik invites his new girlfriend to a Payne family dinner, Calvin again woos Miranda, who ripped him off during a previous romance but now insists she's changed her ways. Miranda's acceptance back into the Payne house is slow at first, but eventually she charms her way back. Meanwhile, Malik's new girlfriend has a surprise that beats Miranda's return. Will the Paynes ever have a normal day?
E04
Game Over
Thu, Mar 13 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The men and women prepare for game night at the Payne house. Meanwhile, Ella's old college friend comes to visit, and she brings with her an old secret about her and Curtis that upsets Ella. The secret also sparks an argument among all the younger couples. The Payne house has never been so heated.
E05
Can I Get a Witness?
Thu, Mar 20 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella heads to the hospital after a lump is found in her breast. She confides in Janine but hides it from the rest of the family. Meanwhile, another crisis develops when Calvin witnesses a neighborhood crime, and is urged to go under witness protection.
E06
Commencement Day
Thu, Mar 20 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin finds out that he's graduating from college and tells everyone and later learns that the school made a mistake. Meanwhile, Ella must keep Janine's secret to herself, but not telling anyone about Janine being pregnant is harder than she thought.
E07
A Shock to the System
Thu, Mar 27 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik's best pal, Kevin, is injured in a hit-and-run accident, while staying at the Payne residence. Malik struggles with the possibility of losing his best friend. Meanwhile, Calvin scores a job at a most unusual place, and Curtis is instantly the happiest man on the planet. But Calvin's old ways get the best of him causing him to get fired from his new position.
E08
Compromising Position
Thu, Mar 27 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis is offered a desirable job, but it's in Los Angeles, and Ella firmly opposes moving. Meanwhile, CJ has a close encounter with Tanya's overly assertive gal pal.
E09
Moral Dilemma
Thu, Apr 3 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When $50,000 is found in CJ's truck, a moral dilemma about what to do with the cash begins tearing the Paynes apart. Of course, Curtis wants it as payment for housing CJ's family, but the Paynes can always rely on Ella to lead them to do the right thing.
E10
Sex, Lies and Videotapes
Thu, Apr 3 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
CJ corners Tanya about her appearance in a racy music video. In other events, the FBI keeps a hard eye on a Payne neighbor and seeks to use the Payne house as a stakeout post, which draws the attention of Claretha.
E11
Time to Clean House
Thu, Apr 10 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The family has had it with Calvin's shenanigans, so they lay down some house rules. Calvin decides to move in with his girlfriend, who finds out just how dependent he is. Meanwhile, Malik and Jazmine help Claretha clean house.
E12
Living with Liz
Thu, Apr 10 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine's mother, Liz, comes for a surprise visit, but she brings with her an attitude that needs readjusting. Fortunately, the Paynes are all about readjusting attitudes, especially Curtis. The Paynes discover that Janine's father threw Liz out of the house, so they attempt to bring the two back together. Meanwhile, Janine's having a hard time hiding that she's pregnant.
E13
Beat Down
Thu, Apr 17 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella and Claretha offer support to an abuse victim, but things get hairy when the abuser comes to take his girl away from Ella and Claretha. Unfortunately, he doesn't know who he's messing with.
E14
Expectations
Thu, Apr 17 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine, CJ, and their respective dates attend a party, but revelations about Janine's pregnancy cause complications. Elsewhere, when the TV fades out, Curtis connects with the cable guy.
E15
Cheers
Thu, Apr 24 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik puts into motion a scheme to score the phone numbers of the entire cheerleading squad. His plan: to become a cheerleader himself. Elsewhere, Janine must bid adieu to the children as her relationship with Bryan moves to the next level.
E16
R-E-S-P-E-C-T Me
Thu, Apr 24 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The guys' objectification of women at the firehouse flusters Angel, who turns to Ella and Claretha for advice. Meanwhile, Malik gets drunk with power when he babysits Jazmine.
Season 4
25 episodes
E01
Driving Me Crazy
Thu, Jun 5 2008 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin babysits Miranda's nephew Brandon who is a total nightmare. Meanwhile, Claretha's car is stolen.
E02
Reunited and… It Don't Feel So Good
Thu, Jun 5 2008 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis, Ella, and Claretha host a mixer for their college reunion. CJ tries to baby-sit Malik and Jazmine alone with disastrous results.
E03
What the --?
Thu, Jun 5 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Dana finally decides to settle down and date one guy; everyone is happy for her except for Kiki when she finds out that Dana is dating her younger brother.
E04
Guys' Night Out, Girls Night In
Thu, Jun 5 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik reluctantly goes on his first camping trip. Jazmine is upset she's not allowed to go, but lightens up when she finds out she'll get to have a girls night in.
E05
How Do You Spell… It's All About Me?
Thu, Jun 12 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella is spending a lot of time away from home and Curtis is beginning to wonder if she is having an affair. Meanwhile, Jazmine participates in a spelling bee.
E06
And… Cut!
Thu, Jun 12 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella makes the family give up the use of all electronic devices; CJ learns a surprising secret; a Hollywood actor does research at the barbershop for his next movie.
E07
Old School vs. New School
Thu, Jun 19 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
It's Malik's birthday and he's being a brat about the kind of party and gifts he wants. Meanwhile, with Miranda's help, Calvin invests in the barbershop and becomes a partner.
E08
Fire and Disire
Thu, Jun 19 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella is going through menopause and the entire household is suffering with her.
E09
Unsung Heros
Thu, Jun 26 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin plans a surprise party when he learns his friend is coming home from Iraq. Meanwhile, Malik has to write a school paper about his role model, Curtis and CJ try to bribe him into choosing one of them.
E10
Pissed, Poor and Paranoid
Thu, Jun 26 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis teaches Jazmine and Malik a valuable lesson on what it means to do without the comforts of home. Meanwhile, the barbers find out that Delante has been living in the barbershop.
E11
True Lies
Thu, Jul 3 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Kevin and Malik skip school with the intention of seducing their girlfriends. Meanwhile, Peanut uses the Paynes as his family to impress a girl.
E12
That Sounds Sweet
Thu, Jul 3 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
After a successful bake sale, Claretha convinces Ella to start her own business, and pretty soon, things get out of hand. Meanwhile, Malik enters a talent show to impress a girl.
E13
Meet the Lucases
Thu, Jul 10 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The Paynes meet Miranda's family, and in the middle of a heated discussion between Curtis and Calvin, Curtis has a heart attack and collapses.
E14
Out on a Limb
Thu, Jul 10 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin is ready to propose and buys a ring for Miranda that is more than he can afford. Ella and Claretha go with Jazmine and her Girl Scout troop to the mountains, and end up getting the troop lost.
E15
Can't Buy Me Love
Thu, Jul 17 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin makes plans at a fancy restaurant to propose to Miranda but starts to question if he'll be rich enough to support her.
E16
To Have and to Hold
Thu, Jul 17 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
After two attempts at proposing, Calvin decides to keep it simple and propose at home. But it gets complicated when Jazmine loses the ring while playing with it.
E17
Unexpected Results
Thu, Jul 24 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jazmine gets a perfect score on an aptitude test which wreaks havoc on the family. CJ and Tanya break up.
E18
Let's Get Ready to Rumble
Thu, Jul 24 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis and Malik are left to chaperon Jazmine's slumber party when CJ and Janine get held up at the barber shop.
E19
Father's Day
Thu, Jul 31 2008 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Grandpa Kelly comes to town, and upon meeting Miranda, realizes he knew her in a past life. Meanwhile, the barbers befriend a homeless man who is searching for his son.
E20
Whose Wedding Is It Anyway?
Thu, Jul 31 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella goes with Miranda to the mall to complete her wedding registry, but things get out of hand when Ella takes over.
E21
All Is Not Lost!
Thu, Jul 31 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When things start to go awry with Calvin and Miranda's wedding plans, Calvin gets cold feet. Meanwhile, we see that Curtis has gained weight since his last tuxedo fitting.
E22
Party Over Here!
Thu, Aug 7 2008 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The guys want to throw Calvin a bachelor party, but Miranda won't hear of it.
E23
The Last Supper
Thu, Aug 7 2008 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The rehearsal dinner turns chaotic when Miranda passes out and uninvited guests show up.
E24
We've Come This Far by Faith, Pt. 1
Thu, Aug 7 2008 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
It's the wedding day! Calvin writes his wedding vows only to pass out each time he says or hears the word "forever."
E25
We've Come This Far by Faith, Pt. 2
Thu, Aug 7 2008 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The wedding ceremony finally begins, but before Calvin and Miranda can get to their vows, CJ interrupts with a plan of his own.
Season 5
26 episodes
E01
Labor Paynes, Pt. 1
Thu, Dec 4 2008 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine goes into labor, resulting in surprises and white-knuckle moments, as a double wedding uniting CJ and Janine, plus Calvin and Miranda, swiftly changes locations to the hospital.
E02
Labor Paynes, Pt. 2
Thu, Dec 4 2008 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
While in labor, Janine worries about her baby being born out of wedlock, so the double wedding is moved to the hospital.
E03
Your Wife's a Payne
Thu, Dec 11 2008 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin and Miranda move into their new digs, but Miranda's shadowy past life as a con artist comes to the fore. Elsewhere, it gets snippy at the barbershop when the couple quarrels over business plans.
E04
Casa de Payne
Thu, Dec 11 2008 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Claretha gets the royal treatment when she becomes engaged to an African prince. Planning a move to Africa, she sells her home to a new family. Meanwhile, Curtis blows a gasket when he receives a slew of parking tickets; Calvin and Miranda return from their honeymoon; and Jazmine journeys to a boarding school in North Carolina.
E05
It's a Payne Growing Up
Thu, Dec 18 2008 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik's friend Kevin has an intimate relationship with a woman who has syphilis. C.J. counsel's Malik which leads to a misunderstanding. Meanwhile, Calvin is pressured by Miranda to be more thoughtful towards their marriage.
E06
Payne and Prejudice
Thu, Dec 18 2008 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The Payne's are invited for dinner at the Hernadez home which leads to a culture clash. Dana's falsehood's come back to haunt her at the barbershop.
E07
Payneful News
Thu, Feb 12 2009 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin and Miranda are trying to have a baby, but they run into problems when they discover that Calvin isn't "firing on all cylinders."
E08
Payneful Loss
Thu, Feb 12 2009 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella and Rosie conspire to get themselves and their husbands to lose weight and get healthy. Meanwhile, Malik and Kevin get in over their heads when they throw a house party while house sitting for Calvin and Miranda.
E09
Payneful Employment
Thu, Feb 19 2009 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
CJ gets a very important job interview in another city which excites Curtis, who begins to think he might finally have the house to himself again.
E10
Slightly Payneful Truth
Thu, Feb 19 2009 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik, as a favor to Alexandra, helps Consuela prepare for her U.S. citizenship test. Curtis jumps in to help when Malik gets sick.
E11
Joy and Payne
Thu, Feb 26 2009 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis, Calvin and the rest of the Paynes are caught in the middle of a Hernandez family confrontation between Carlos and his son, Diego.
E12
A Sisters Payne
Thu, Feb 26 2009 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Kiki's brother, Darnell, returns to the shop. Malik and Alex find a way around the 'no date' rule by having a date in Malik's back yard.
E13
A Grand Payne
Thu, Mar 5 2009 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik asks Alex out on a date, but their parents insist that they be supervised; Janine's parents visit to see the new twins.
E14
Games People Play
Thu, Mar 5 2009 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The Payne's love their annual tailgating shindig, but when Miranda finds out about Calvin and Mercedes kiss, she becomes ill. Meanwhile, Diego becomes agitated and starts fighting with people.
E15
Help Wanted
Thu, Apr 9 2009 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda runs into her successful, good looking ex-fiance, and it drives Calvin crazy. To show that he is doing something with his life, Calvin takes a job at Mercedes company.
E16
Old Lady Paynes
Thu, Apr 9 2009 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When Ella's demanding mother arrives, the elder exhibits a lapse of memory, causing Ella to worry that she has Alzheimer's disease. Meanwhile, there's a hair-raising quandary at the barbershop when Floyd's supposedly dead first wife emerges.
E17
I Don't Know This Payne
Thu, Apr 16 2009 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella and Rosie get jobs working at a boutique at the mall, while Curtis and Carlos enjoy their new man world.
E18
Paul Mall
Thu, Apr 16 2009 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis may need to be careful after Ella meets a handsome and charming man at the mall. Meanwhile, Diego asks for Calvin and Miranda's help in scrutinizing Mercedes newest man.
E19
With Friends Like These
Thu, Apr 23 2009 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik makes a friend, Jeremy, who is HIV-positive. When Jeremy gets harassed at school, Malik comes to his defense. Meanwhile, Rosie gets sick and Consuela becomes her temporary replacement at the boutique.
E20
The Talent Show
Thu, Apr 23 2009 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Due to city budget cuts, the firehouse is closing down. Everyone bands together to try and raise money for the laid-off firefighters. A very special guest (Gladys Knight) saves the day.
E21
Bringing Down the House
Thu, Apr 30 2009 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The foundation of the Payne house needs desperate repair. Curtis tries to save money by hiring a jackleg contractor, who ends up doing more damage and the Paynes have to move out of their house. Meanwhile, Ella grows closer to Paul, the man at the mall.
E22
Moving Day
Thu, Apr 30 2009 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis, Ella and Malik are moving out of the house, CJ, Janine and the babies have gone to stay at Janine's parents in Florida. Ella is devastated. They have to move into Calvin and Miranda's condo and Calvin turns the table on Curtis and treats him the way he was treated when he lived at home.
E23
Moving Out
Thu, May 28 2009 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda becomes upset with Calvin and the escapades with Mercedes, plus allowing his family to live at their house. Meanwhile, a quarrel over Ella's job has Curtis and Ella's marriage on shaky ground.
E24
Back Where We Belong
Thu, May 28 2009 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis and Calvin move into the barbershop due to their marriage problems, which causes hair raising havoc in the process. Meanwhile, Floyd blows up when he learns of Zach and Olivia's act of love.
E25
Surprise! Pt. 1
Thu, Jun 4 2009 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin has gotten the $20,000 needed to repair his parent's house and surprises them with the check. Meanwhile, Janine reveals that CJ is in Chicago interviewing for a new job.
E26
Surprise! Pt. 2
Thu, Jun 4 2009 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin tries to fix the mess he is in with Miranda and the conflict only gets worse. Meanwhile, Janine, the twins and Malik are preparing to move.
Season 6
46 episodes
E01
Where's the Payne?
Thu, Nov 5 2009 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
A forced retirement for Curtis creates obstacles, but the drama spikes when Miranda goes missing. Elsewhere, Claretha returns without her said husband and moves in with Curtis and Ella.
E02
Recurring Paynes
Thu, Nov 5 2009 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda remains missing, and her mother storms on over to the house. She blames Calvin for her disappearance and even called the police on him! She believes Calvin is a suspect in her vanishing. Meanwhile, CJ, Janine and Jazmine return, hoping to stay with Curtis and Ella. And a secret is unearthed regarding Curtis's forced retirement. Also, Jazmine has become very intelligent due to her being at a school for gifted children but it concerns the family because she is acting so weird.
E03
Wigging Out
Thu, Nov 12 2009 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda finally returns and tells Calvin there is no baby. Despite his pleads, begs, and understanding Miranda refuses to let Calvin stay in the condo therefore, shocked and confused, Calvin must move back in with Curtis and Ella.Claretha decides to start a home business.
E04
Payne Speaking
Thu, Nov 12 2009 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis protests his retirement at City Hall and C.J. reveals to Curtis that he's taking Curtis's job at the firehouse. Meanwhile, Ella battles with an innovative new pastor who plans to shut down the help center to make way for a new multi-media outreach program.
E05
Parental Payne
Thu, Nov 19 2009 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin confronts Miranda, thinking she had an abortion. Meanwhile, the school casts Malik in its production of Othello but the supposedly bigot father of the white girl cast opposite Malik won't allow Malik to kiss her in the play.
E06
Payne, Payne Go Away
Thu, Nov 19 2009 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
It's a revolving door at the Payne house when CJ, Janine and the children move out, and Floyd in turn moves in because of his divorce. Then there's Jazmine. The youngster, feeling ignored and jealous, makes the choice to run away.
E07
Marriage Paynes
Thu, Nov 26 2009 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
All three of the Payne couples (Curtis and Ella, C.J.and Janine, and Calvin and Miranda) go on an eye-opening marriage retreat. At the end of the retreat, Miranda asks Calvin for a divorce. Meanwhile, Claretha and Floyd babysit for the twins while everyone is out of the house.
E08
Ms. Curtis
Thu, Dec 3 2009 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
It's an awkward up-and-down meeting for Calvin and Miranda when they get trapped in an elevator together, their first encounter after she asked for a divorce. Meanwhile, Curtis unwittingly takes Ella's estrogen pills. At the end Miranda and Calvin finally overcome their marriage problems before they reach the dreaded "33rd Floor".
E09
Oh Christmas Payne
Thu, Dec 10 2009 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Family and friends share their different versions of the Nativity story when Jazmine fails to appreciate her gift from Ella (a wooden version of the Nativity scene).
E10
Til Payne Do Us Part
Thu, Dec 24 2009 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis and Ella are shocked to learn that their not legally married, so Claretha and Floyd convince them to enjoy single life.
E11
Payneful Reunion
Thu, Mar 4 2010 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When Ella tries to arrange a family reunion, a chagrined Jazmine opposes the idea of connecting with her extended family. As such, Curtis and Ella set out to teach her a valuable lesson about honoring her family heritage.
E12
From the Mouths of Babes
Thu, Mar 4 2010 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The issue of birth control creates divisions between CJ and Janine. Meanwhile, surprise developments transpire when Calvin and Miranda spend a day with Jazmine.
E13
Blackout X 3
Thu, Mar 11 2010 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
A blackout ironically sheds light on all three Payne couples when Curtis, CJ and Calvin are taken away from their televised football game and keep company with their wives.
E14
Lady Sings to Blue
Thu, Mar 11 2010 3:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The Paynes worry that the newly happy Janine might be returning to drugs after her erstwhile dealer arrives. And Curtis is turning Japanese---that is, he becomes captivated by Japanese culture
E15
Something Brewing
Thu, Mar 18 2010 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine cares for her dying former dealer, jeopardizing her relationship with C.J.; Floyd and Curtis launch a beer-brewing business. While at the help center C.J. and Janine pray that Blue will be led to Heaven while dying.
E16
Seal of Approval
Thu, Mar 18 2010 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik decides to join the ROTC, upsetting Janine. And Curtis is fired up when he's hired by the fire department---but it's not in the capacity he expected.
E17
Payneful Pie
Fri, Mar 26 2010 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella breaks some news, which only creates a downturn in Curtis' financial plans. Elsewhere, Calvin squares off against Miranda's critical mother.
E18
How Do You Like Your Roast?
Fri, Mar 26 2010 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis is the man of honor at a surprise retirement party. In other developments, a case of puppy love blooms for Jazmine.
E19
Curtis Sings the Blues
Thu, Apr 1 2010 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis spirals into a depressive funk following successive life-altering events, but he gets support from a very unlikely source. In other developments, Calvin and Miranda compete against CJ and Janine in a bid for a weekend getaway.
E20
Firestorm
Thu, Apr 1 2010 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
During a fire routine a fireman dies under CJ's authority and he blames himself. Meanwhile, Ella studies a book at school and recommends the literary work to Miranda and Claretha.
E21
Heartbeat
Thu, Apr 8 2010 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
A pregnancy scare upends Calvin and Miranda's world. Elsewhere, Curtis' sales scheme lands him in trouble with the law.
E22
Through the Fire
Thu, Apr 8 2010 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine's mother (Anne-Marie Johnson) arrives, to a downcast CJ's immense annoyance. Elsewhere, Curtis is a flop during his guest-star role on a morning TV show.
E23
The Bible: King Payne's Version
Thu, Apr 15 2010 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella futilely tries to fit in with college-age peers in her study group; Curtis offers his own unique spin on religion when he teaches at Jazmine's Bible school.
E24
Matured Investment
Thu, Apr 15 2010 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
A different side of Calvin opens up when he cares for Calvin Jr. Elsewhere, new neighbors arrive---and they have unique notions about relationships.
E25
Who's Your Daddy, Now?
Thu, Apr 22 2010 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Daddy issues plague CJ, who at long last meets his birth father. Elsewhere, Curtis tries not to miss a beat when he helps Jazmine choose a musical instrument.
E26
Feet of Clay
Thu, Apr 22 2010 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis' old pal resurfaces, only to emerge as a much different person than before. Additionally, Calvin works to awe a nursery-school recruiter in the hopes of getting his child enrolled.
E27
Date Night X 3
Thu, Apr 29 2010 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The Payne men are pressured to take their wives out on the town, resulting in some poor date fate.
E28
Watch the Son Shine
Thu, Apr 29 2010 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin and Ella work on a school project. Meanwhile, Curtis anticipates his first post-retirement interview and gets pointers from Malik.
E29
The Drinking Game
Thu, May 6 2010 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik and a pal are home alone, and they exploit that freedom. Meanwhile, Curtis and Ella have dinner at a top-notch restaurant, but the evening lacks flavor when Curtis tangles with a snobby waiter.
E30
Who's on Top?
Thu, May 6 2010 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
CJ meets his new boss. Meanwhile, Floyd's ex-wife reappears, pulling Ella and Curtis into the dramas of a messy love triangle.
E31
Help! Help! Help!
Thu, May 13 2010 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When the help center must close due to a flood, Ella is forced to work at home, resulting in a chagrined Curtis and a flow of dramas. Elsewhere, a serious accident affects the Paynes.
E32
Stinging Payne
Thu, May 13 2010 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
CJ tries to create a trap for his new boss and enlists Curtis to help him. Elsewhere, Calvin and Miranda's financial condition worsens.
E33
Worth Fighting For
Thu, May 20 2010 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik tries to win over an upperclassman by dueling with a bully. Meanwhile, Calvin puts into motion a plan to solve his financial problems.
E34
Who's Your Nanny?
Thu, May 20 2010 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The mother of Calvin's child reappears and breaks stunning news. Meanwhile, the family must hire a nanny due to Janine's new work schedule.
E35
The Chef
Thu, May 27 2010 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik cooks up a scheme to impress his girlfriend, lying to her that he's a gourmet chef. Desperate, he then turns to Curtis to help him prepare a tasty dish. Meanwhile, Calvin's second job keeps him away from Miranda.
E36
My Fair Curtis
Thu, May 27 2010 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Floyd hopes to win Claretha's heart. Cut to Curtis and Ella, who are enlisted to help him. In addition, CJ's boss bombards him with more lusty advances.
E37
Rest for the Weary
Thu, Jun 3 2010 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin falls into a perilous circumstance when he takes on two jobs. Meanwhile, Janine's home life suffers when she scores a promotion.
E38
Thug Life
Thu, Jun 3 2010 12:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Big Jesse reappears and inches closer to Ella, triggering jealousy in Curtis. Elsewhere, Malik faces the consequences of hanging out with some bad folks.
E39
Rehabilitation
Thu, Jun 10 2010 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
CJ protests when Malik's crime partner makes an appearance. Meanwhile, Curtis starts a barbershop in the backyard.
E40
A Payne in Need is a Pain Indeed
Thu, Jun 10 2010 12:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Tracie's unexpected visits to the house come under scrutiny. Elsewhere, Curtis is enlisted as CJ and Janine's babysitter.
E41
House Guest
Thu, Jan 6 2011 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella provides assistance to a domestic-abuse victim named Monica. Monica turns out to be a friend of Janine's and moves in with her and C.J as their new nanny. In other events, Jazmine and CJ anticipate a father-daughter dance.
E42
Payne Showers
Thu, Jan 6 2011 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella and Miranda's mother complicates Miranda's baby shower. As for the men, Curtis throws Calvin a "man shower". Tracie makes moves at Calvin when she shows up to the party but when he pushes, she takes Calvin Jr. away from him and Miranda.
E43
Playing with Fire
Thu, Jan 13 2011 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine's friend, Monica, has moved in and transformed herself and the house. Meanwhile, Miranda confronts Tracie and she puts up drastic measures at suing Calvin for child support.
E44
When the Payne's Away
Thu, Jan 13 2011 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
While Janine is taking an overnight trip with her boss, Monica keeps the house warm and cozy with C.J. Meanwhile, Calvin tries to help Miranda prepare for labor pains, but this preparation doesn't go as planned.
E45
Beginnings
Thu, Jan 20 2011 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis and Ella think it is time to move. They soon realize that their house is the gem that holds their family together.
E46
Payneful Resolution
Thu, Jan 20 2011 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin is graduating from school. Miranda is about to go into labor with their child, but Calvin is then arrested for back child support. Meanwhile, Janine shares an intimate moment with her boss, Roland. In the ending moments of the episode, CJ intentionally kisses Janine's friend Monica. Feeling guilty, Monica tries to leave but unfortunately, Janine is at the door, resulting in a cliffhanger.
Season 7
20 episodes
E01
Payneful Resolution Resolution
Thu, Mar 31 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda goes into labor just as Calvin prepares for his graduation while C.J. and Janine's marriage reaches a breaking point. Meanwhile, Curtis and Ella get an offer they can't refuse for the Payne house.
E02
Growing Paynes
Thu, Mar 31 2011 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jasmine starts wearing lipstick and hanging with the wrong crowd. Curtis and Ella have a weight loss competition.
E03
Payne Protection
Thu, Apr 7 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik gets ready for college. The men offer him advice and buy him condoms.
E04
Payneful Visit
Thu, Apr 7 2011 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Claretha reveals she has leukemia. Miranda's cousin Vanessa hooks up with Calvin's friend.
E05
Where There's a Will, There's a Way
Thu, Apr 14 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
After the death of a young firefighter, Ella decides it's time for Curtis and Ella to do a will. Meanwhile, Miranda's mom pays a visit.
E06
Epic Fail
Thu, Apr 14 2011 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella is overwhelmed and falls behind in her studies due to church duties, household duties, taking care of Curtis and the rest of the family. Ella fails a test she needed to graduate and she snaps on the family. Meanwhile, Calvin and Miranda realize it's the day of their anniversary, and they both pretend they didn't forget.
E07
Praying for Attention
Thu, Apr 21 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jasmine prays to pass a test and no longer wants to apply herself. Meanwhile, Calvin grows jealous of the baby.
E08
Shout Out
Thu, Apr 21 2011 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. and Janine go to marriage counseling. Then try the therapist's way. But in the end they yell and scream at each other and they feel better. CJ sexes up the reunion between him and Janine. Meanwhile, Ella misses her graduation because she has to take Claretha to the hospital.
E09
Love Thy Neighbor
Thu, Apr 28 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The family befriends a sex offender who moves into the neighborhood and all hell breaks loose when they find out his secret. Meanwhile, C.J. and Janine decide to heed the advice of the marriage counselor. They go on a journey to find a hobby the two of them can share.
E10
Dream Girls
Thu, Apr 28 2011 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
A music producer wants to sign Jasmine. Meanwhile, Calvin becomes frustrated with the job market and takes a job as a grocery store manager.
E11
A Payneful Night Out
Thu, May 5 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis and Ella decide to intervene when they see Janine and Roland at dinner until C.J. shows up with a woman. Meanwhile, Miranda goes on a grooming strike.
E12
Payneful Assistance
Thu, May 5 2011 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda gets cooking advice after she makes a horrible dinner for Ella's club. Meanwhile, Curtis gets his tonsils pulled and can't talk.
E13
House of Awkward
Thu, May 12 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
After taking a hit from a vape pen Curtis seems to think he is now an addict.
E14
Brain Payne
Thu, May 12 2011 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jayden may have autism. Janine blames herself. Meanwhile, Curtis lives by the rules of the Bible.
E15
Foster Paynes
Thu, May 19 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella brings home a troubled youth from the Help Center. Meanwhile, Janine and Miranda compete to get in a competitive day care.
E16
Talented Paynes
Thu, May 19 2011 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
As Claretha secretly deals with the possibility of losing her home, the family participates in a talent show.
E17
Going, Going, Gone
Thu, May 26 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine is on the brink of a breakdown. Deshawn gets a lesson in the negro baseball league.
E18
Mother's Day Out
Thu, Jun 2 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Deshawn's mother shows up at the Payne house. C.J. upgrades Janine's wedding ring.
E19
So Hard to Say Goodbye
Thu, Jun 9 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik leaves for college. Meanwhile, Calvin Jr. comes to visit and Miranda is overwhelmed.
E20
Payneful Rescue
Thu, Jun 16 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The aftershocks of a fire impact Miranda and Calvin; Tracie and her new boyfriend show up at the hospital causing a huge argument. In the ending moments, the baby seems to be fine.
Season 8
62 episodes
E01
A Mother's Payne
Sat, Oct 22 2011 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella's mother comes to visit. Meanwhile, Janine texts C.J. a sexy picture of herself.
E02
Up from the Ashes
Sat, Oct 22 2011 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin and Miranda salvage what they can from the remains of their burned condo, move in with C.J. and Janine, and gear up for a legal battle with Tracie over Calvin Jr.
E03
The Payne Gang
Sat, Oct 29 2011 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Deshawn joins a gang. Ella and Floyd do everything they can to stop him. Calvin gets on C.J.'s nerves after he and Miranda move in with C.J. and Janine.
E04
The Gifted and the Grout
Sat, Oct 29 2011 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
One of Deshawn's teachers has a radical idea about helping Deshawn at school: The gifted program. Calvin and Miranda hire a contractor to start the renovations of their condo.
E05
Do the Fight Thing
Sat, Nov 5 2011 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Deshawn gets in trouble for bullying a kid at school. Miranda and Janine begin fighting over petty things.
E06
1096
Sat, Nov 5 2011 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. forgets Janine's three year sober anniversary. Ella gets Deshawn an ugly outfit for school picture day.
E07
Number Five's Fight
Sat, Nov 12 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
After C.J. has to lay off firefighters due to budget cuts, Roland has to use his PR skills to avoid altercation.
E08
The Best Surprise
Sat, Nov 12 2011 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin and Miranda plan Calvin Jr.'s birthday party. Curtis and Ella have trouble with the HOA.
E09
Working Paynes
Sat, Nov 19 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
CJ hires Calvin, but Calvin's job performance fails to impress. Meanwhile, a bored Curtis brushes off retirement by taking up painting.
E10
Curtis Jefferson
Sat, Nov 19 2011 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis wakes up as a Jefferson.
E11
Dead Wrong
Sat, Nov 26 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda frets over her unemployment; C.J. looks into firefighter response times.
E12
The Rich and Payneless
Sat, Nov 26 2011 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin is allowed supervised visits; Ella's friend Felicia visits.
E13
Mentoring Paynes
Sat, Dec 3 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine sponsors a young girl; Curtis and Ella become DeShawn's foster parents.
E14
Roommate Paynes
Sat, Dec 3 2011 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. and Janine are not comfortable with Malik's roommate; Claretha tries alternative cancer-fighting treatments.
E15
Pledging Paynes
Sat, Dec 31 2011 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik gets hazed.
E16
Help Me, Ella
Sat, Dec 31 2011 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella becomes director of the center; Malik mulls dropping out.
E17
Paynefully Fit
Sat, Jan 7 2012 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis becomes a contestant on Paynefully Fit, while Deshawn get advice about girls
E18
Do the Hustle
Sat, Jan 7 2012 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda's new client hits on her while the family honors Curtis.
E19
No More Payne
Sat, Jan 14 2012 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda takes over renovating the condo while Calvin and Deshawn bond.
E20
God Bless the Paynes
Sat, Jan 14 2012 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The Payne's say goodbye while praising God in church.
E21
Do or Die
Sat, Jan 21 2012 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Unaware that Calvin has been shot, Miranda takes out her fury on Curtis and Ella for Calvin missing Christian's christening and being unreachable.
E22
R.I.P. - Rest in Payne
Sat, Jan 21 2012 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
As Calvin fights for his life in the hospital, Ella has had enough of Miranda's behavior, and Curtis and C.J. meet with the police to begin searching for the perpetrator.
E23
Payne-ful Survival
Sat, Jan 28 2012 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin is still unconscious from being shot, but his gap in health insurance places the family in a financial dilemma, while a detective begins investigating Travis Harris.
E24
Payneful Recovery
Sat, Jan 28 2012 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin regains consciousness and begins his slow recovery, as Curtis and Ella's coverage of his astronomical medical bills forces them to give up moving into their new house.
E25
House of Nightmares
Sat, Feb 4 2012 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
With Calvin in pain, unable to remember his assailant and having nightmares about being shot, Curtis and Ella believe they are better equipped than Miranda to care for him.
E26
In Payne
Sat, Feb 4 2012 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis and Ella are deeply concerned when despondent Calvin states he would have been better off dying, while DeShawn makes the decision to live with his mother again.
E27
Payback
Sat, Feb 11 2012 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Now remembering who shot him, Calvin plans to take the law into his own hands, as Curtis fakes illness to attend a baseball game instead of going to a brunch with Ella.
E28
Daddy Day Scare
Sat, Feb 11 2012 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Back in the condo with Miranda, Calvin doesn't have the heart to tell Ella she's no longer needed, while Curtis, C.J. and Floyd watch the twins during a big game.
E29
Pills and Thrills
Sat, Feb 18 2012 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Lethargic and unmotivated, Calvin gives in to Miranda and C.J.'s demands to return to work, and Curtis is convinced Floyd's new girlfriend is a former male firefighter.
E30
Scars of Payne
Sat, Feb 18 2012 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
During a gun buyback program at the Help Center, Ella diffuses a potentially fatal situation, and Calvin works up the courage to speak about his recent experience being shot.
E31
Payne vs. Payne
Sat, Feb 18 2012 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When Curtis runs for president of the neighborhood watch, he's challenged by C.J., while Malik uses his emergency credit card irresponsibly to buy gifts for his girlfriend
E32
Guess Who Came to Breakfast
Sat, Feb 18 2012 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When Malik brings his college girlfriend Summer home, the family has difficulty accepting her New Age energy-reading ways and Malik's plan to travel with her to Africa.
E33
House of Force Closure
Sat, Mar 3 2012 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
As Calvin and Miranda are evicted from their condo due to bank foreclosure, Floyd sells Curtis on a home security system, concealing the fact that it's not legitimate.
E34
If It Ain't Broke
Sat, Mar 3 2012 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The opening of Ella's shelter for battered women is threatened when C.J. finds multiple fire code violations, while Curtis has Calvin at his beck and call for denting his car.
E35
Neighborhood Crisis
Sat, Mar 10 2012 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis hopes to be honored by the mayor for his neighborhood patrolling prowess, as Malik works his school's crisis hotline and fields a call from a suicidal student.
E36
Down for the Count
Sat, Mar 10 2012 2:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
While Curtis bonds with Miranda over man-centric activities, C.J.'s college buddy gives him a sports car and event tickets, expecting a significant favor in return.
E37
Stop, Drop, and Roll
Sat, May 12 2012 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Believing Janine's PR event idea doesn't have merit, C.J. overrides it with his own plan, and Ella is offended when Malik thinks critically about creationism and faith in God.
E38
No Pass, No Play
Sat, May 12 2012 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
A television reporter twists Curtis's on-camera statement about C.J.'s job performance, while Malik tutors an illiterate football player and is asked to take a test for him.
E39
Payneful Injection
Sat, May 19 2012 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik is arrested while leading a student demonstration to prevent the execution of an arsonist, whom C.J. helped convict 12 years earlier.
E40
Batter Up
Sat, May 19 2012 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Unathletic Janine is thrilled to play on C.J. and Curtis's softball team, as Miranda fundamentally disagrees with Ella's philosophy of physically disciplining children.
E41
Payneful Matrimony
Sat, May 26 2012 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis and Ella grow tired of Calvin and Miranda taking advantage of them, while C.J.'s advisement to Malik and Summer not to have premarital sex has an unexpected result.
E42
What You Know About Me
Sat, May 26 2012 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
As C.J., Janine and Miranda throw a house party and agree to exclude Curtis and Ella, college newlyweds Malik and Miranda realize they don't know each other well.
E43
Right Turn
Sat, Jun 2 2012 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis's lackluster community service work at the Help Center aggravates Ella, while Janine is disappointed when Miranda chooses Calvin to go to a concert.
E44
The Loan Ranger
Sat, Jun 2 2012 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When Ella borrows $200 from Curtis, he makes the dubious claim to C.J. and Calvin that she'll pay it back, and Malik is shocked to find out his longtime friend Rashard is gay.
E45
Payneful Divorce
Sat, Jun 9 2012 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik is devastated when Summer acts evasive and insists they end their marriage, while Miranda makes Janine jealous with her overachieving temp skills in the PR office.
E46
Up to the Challenge
Sat, Jun 9 2012 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis gets a new appreciation for Ella's management of the Help Center when he covers for her, as Malik gets hopped-up on caffeine pills to manage work and studying.
E47
House of Sabotage
Sat, Jun 16 2012 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine and Miranda's clash of egos puts an important church sponsorship presentation in jeopardy, while Malik has trouble moving past his failed marriage to Summer.
E48
Payneful Pop In
Sat, Jun 16 2012 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. and Janine are fed up with Curtis and Ella's unannounced visits, and Jazmine is caught with a cheat sheet at school.
E49
House of OMG
Sat, Jun 23 2012 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Mobile technology overtakes the family, when Jazmine communicates only in text speak, Curtis discovers the functionality of his tablet, and Ella becomes glued to her laptop.
E50
Keep It Moving
Sat, Jun 23 2012 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis replaces C.J. as coach of Jazmine's winless soccer team, guides them to defeating the toughest team in the league and sets his sights on the state championship.
E51
Bake, Rattle and Roll
Sat, Jun 30 2012 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
As Ella works with Jazmine to improve her baking skills, the family stages an intervention when Calvin's addiction to painkillers comes to light.
E52
Dodging Bullies
Sat, Jun 30 2012 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jazmine's friend sends out email blasts with hurtful jokes about their classmate, while a pregnancy scare causes Miranda and Calvin's anger towards each other to surface.
E53
Payneful Distance
Sat, Jul 7 2012 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Janine is in disbelief when C.J. gives her below-average scores on her annual performance evaluation, as Miranda worries that Calvin is no longer the man she married.
E54
Not in the Cards
Sat, Jul 7 2012 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Hired by Ella to buff the floors of the Help Center, Floyd uses it as an opportunity to host a casino night, as C.J. and Janine teach Jazmine a lesson about talking in class.
E55
All Work and No Play
Sat, Jul 21 2012 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Spending a day in C.J. and Janine's office, Jazmine is bored until she watches them handle a crisis, while Calvin and Miranda struggle to find a new place.
E56
Amazing Matriarchs
Sat, Jul 21 2012 12:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella shows great composure when her mother Eunice passes away, but she is stunned when Evie discloses a long-held family secret that affects their inheritance.
E57
The First Dance
Sat, Jul 28 2012 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
While Janine is away, Jazmine is asked by a boy to the school dance, and it's up to protective C.J. and Curtis to put him through an interrogation to earn their approval.
E58
The Invention of Trust
Sat, Jul 28 2012 12:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Floyd lists himself as the sole inventor of a product that Curtis helped him with, and Calvin discovers that Miranda has funds she intentionally hid from him.
E59
Payneful Realization
Sat, Aug 4 2012 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
With Calvin and Miranda constantly arguing, Calvin plans a special night to reconnect with her, however their marriage may be past the point of saving.
E60
Trial and Tribulation
Sat, Aug 4 2012 12:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
After Travis Harris's trial for the attempted murder of Calvin, the Paynes anxiously await the verdict and worry about the content of Calvin's victim impact statement.
E61
The Call Back
Sat, Aug 11 2012 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Harboring resentment since his forced retirement, Curtis balks at C.J.'s request for him to return to the fire department, while Floyd finds out he has royal lineage.
E62
All's Well
Sat, Aug 11 2012 12:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Before a fancy anniversary dinner, Miranda confesses to Janine that she doesn't see any reason to celebrate her marriage to Calvin, and she later walks out on him.
Season 9
25 episodes
E01
A Wise Man's Opinion
Thu, Sep 3 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik unexpectedly returns home from college to tell his family life-changing news, but before he spills his secret, he turns to Calvin for advice.Â
E02
Delicious
Thu, Sep 3 2020 12:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis and Ella react to Malik's surprising confession, and Malik's girlfriend Lisa makes quite an impression on his aunt and uncle.
E03
By Your Side
Thu, Sep 10 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik's parents try to keep calm after finding out about Lisa's pregnancy, but Curtis and Ella are eager to gloat about the situation.
E04
The Old People Game
Thu, Sep 10 2020 12:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
After Janine lets slip about a baby on the way, Jazmine tries to coax the whole story out of Ella.
E05
Women of Today
Thu, Sep 17 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jazmine confides in Ella that she's feeling pressured to have sex, and Ella gives her a lesson in love, relationships and self-respect.
E06
Mixed Emotions
Thu, Sep 17 2020 12:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin and Miranda's long, dragged-out divorce leads Malik to declare that he'll never get married, and Miranda confides in Janine about her own frustrations with the court proceedings.
E07
Love and Hate
Thu, Sep 24 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis gets upset at Ella for counselling Miranda about her divorce, and Miranda tries to engineer an "accidental" run-in with Calvin.
E08
From Heart to Heart
Thu, Sep 24 2020 12:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin confronts his mom about taking to Miranda, and C.J. reveals that he's upset about how Lisa has taken over the house.
E09
Someone
Thu, Oct 1 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda turns to Ella for advice, and Calvin introduces his new girlfriend Laura to his parents.
E10
Something's Rotten
Thu, Oct 1 2020 12:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda has an uncomfortable encounter with Laura, and C.J. urges Calvin to have a much-needed conversation with Ella.
E11
Hard Lessons
Thu, Oct 8 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
A fight over breakfast leaves Ella feeling unappreciated, the house becomes a mess when Curtis is left to fend for himself, and Miranda confesses her feelings for Calvin.
E12
Lucky Cards
Thu, Oct 15 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis looks for his lucky playing cards in anticipation of a game with the guys, and Ella's relationship advice creates an awkward confrontation.
E13
Moving On
Thu, Oct 22 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella accuses Miranda of trying to make Calvin jealous by going on a date with a professional football player, and Curtis hopes to use the athlete to get free tickets to games.
E14
Been a Long Time
Thu, Oct 29 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis enlists C.J. and Calvin to help plan a surprise birthday party for Ella, and Janine discovers a vape pen and weed mints in Jazmine's pockets.
E15
J. Boogie
Thu, Nov 5 2020 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jazmine's insolent new boyfriend causes C.J. to lose his cool, and when Curtis is left alone with a vape pen, he decides to see what all the fuss is about.
E16
The Dinosaur and the Rabbit
Thu, Nov 12 2020 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
After trying Jazmine's vape pen, Curtis gets extremely high, and Ella is confused by his odd behavior.
E17
Dark Thirty
Thu, Nov 19 2020 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis and Ella continue to deal with their accidental highs, and C.J. confronts the dealer who gave the vape pen and weed mints to Jazmine in the first place.
E18
Out of Character
Thu, Nov 26 2020 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
As Curtis and Ella's high lingers, Floyd, C.J. and Kaleb look for the vape pen and weed mints they used, and the next morning, Curtis and Ella make a promise to one another.
E19
The Package
Thu, Dec 3 2020 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Despite her dad's warnings, Kaleb keeps trying to see Jazmine, and Curtis asks Calvin to wait at his house for a mysterious package to arrive.
E20
If You Loved Me
Thu, Dec 10 2020 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin grills Kaleb and Jazmine after catching them together at his parents' house, leading Jazmine to realize what kind of guy her boyfriend really is.
E21
The Big Game
Thu, Dec 17 2020 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. tries to give Malik a lesson in compromise after Lisa takes over the only TV in the house, and Miranda makes it known to the family that she's going on a date.
E22
Give and Take
Thu, Dec 24 2020 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When Lisa invites herself to stay with Ella and Curtis after a fight with Malik, the family forces the feuding couple to sit down and work things out.
E23
Parenting 101
Thu, Dec 31 2020 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda implores Curtis to babysit her son, C.J. pressures Malik to join the workforce, and Lisa and Malik get an unexpected crash course in parenting.
E24
Ya' Hearrrd Me
Thu, Jan 7 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella suspects there are deeper issues behind Lisa and Malik's fight over a toilet seat, and Curtis's relationship advice to his nephew backfires.
E25
Woman of the Night
Thu, Jan 14 2021 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella is disturbed by what she finds when she drops in on Malik and Lisa, Miranda makes assumptions about her dinner date with Calvin, and C.J. responds to a red alert.
Season 10
22 episodes
E01
Whiplash
Wed, May 26 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
While recovering from his injuries, C.J. comes under investigation for his conduct during the fire, and Lisa feels judged by Malik's family.
E02
A Payneful Lesson
Wed, Jun 2 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin tries to impress Laura by cooking her an elegant meal, and C.J. resists his family's attempts to help him while he recuperates.
E03
All Lumped Together
Wed, Jun 9 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella receives alarming news after a routine mammogram, and Malik is in danger of losing his scholarship after he's had to shoulder the responsibilities of his household.
E04
Back That Thang Up
Wed, Jun 16 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin and Floyd help Ella around the house, C.J. seeks alternative treatments for his back problems, and a car robbery takes everyone by surprise.
E05
Sauce Bosses
Wed, Jun 23 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. tries to talk Floyd out of selling the family barbecue sauce recipe, and Calvin grows concerned when he learns Miranda wants to buy a gun for protection.
E06
Missing Mustard Seeds
Wed, Jun 30 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis offers to cook for Ella's event after his harsh review prompts her caterer to cancel, and Malik alarms his family members with philosophical questions about life and religion.
E07
In the Hot Seat
Wed, Jul 7 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
As Calvin and Laura prepare for premarital counseling, Curtis steps in to give them relationship advice of his own, which leaves the couple at odds with each other.
E08
Karen
Wed, Jul 14 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin's life is turned upside down when a white woman posts false theft accusations against him on social media, and C.J. is disappointed to learn that Malik doesn't vote.
E09
Me Against the World
Wed, Oct 13 2021 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella plans a family game night, but things get awkward when Miranda shows up to the party, and Clarence suspects Floyd is trolling him online.
E10
Pow Wow at the Paynes
Wed, Oct 20 2021 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
After a police shooting at a music festival, Malik joins a protest to demand the release of bodycam footage, and Ella tries to be supportive of Lisa's jewelry-making ambitions.
E11
Bearer of Bad News
Wed, Oct 27 2021 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella steps in as mediator when Miranda refuses to allow her son to participate in Calvin and Laura's upcoming wedding, and C.J. worries that Lisa may have betrayed Malik.
E12
Fake Newsletters
Wed, Nov 3 2021 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Things get ugly between Curtis and C.J. as they face off against each other in a contentious local election, and Ella tries her hand as a life coach to Lisa.
E13
Home Invaders
Wed, Nov 10 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella's house is turned upside down thanks to a termite problem, and Malik tries to take control when his living situation with Lisa gets increasingly frustrating.
E14
DNAin't
Wed, Nov 17 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Floyd arranges genetic testing for the family to prove he has superior African DNA, and Calvin prepares Malik for his upcoming road trip across the country with Lisa.
E15
Stop Shop and Roll
Wed, Nov 24 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Floyd leads a home safety training session for the family, Ella covers up her online shopping addiction, and Lisa bets Malik that he can't stay off his phone for 24 hours.
E16
Paynefully Honest
Wed, Dec 1 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin and Miranda struggle to navigate coparenting with Laura in the picture, and Ella plans an intimate night to reconnect with Curtis.
E17
Wondering Prince
Wed, Dec 8 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J.'s excited about his high school reunion, but his Prince versus Stevie Wonder debate with Floyd and Calvin may cost him his caterer, and Lisa teaches Miranda how to navigate dating apps.
E18
A Little Discipline
Wed, Dec 15 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda flies off the handle when she learns Laura disciplined Christian, and Malik is conflicted when he suspects his prospective employer is racist.
E19
A Payneful Compromise
Wed, Dec 22 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin, C.J. and Ella join forces to help Floyd get in better shape after finding out he is prediabetic, and Calvin grows increasingly frustrated with Miranda's frequent visits.
E20
Fine Wine
Wed, Jan 5 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin assures his skeptical family he's ready to give up his playboy ways and settle down for good with Laura, but an encounter with a beautiful realtor tests his resolve.
E21
The First Day
Wed, Jan 12 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. obsesses over being in tip-top shape for his first day back at work, and Miranda's request for more child support interferes with Calvin's and Laura's extravagant wedding plans.
E22
Payneful Suffering
Wed, Jan 19 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
In preparation for Janine's early return home, Lisa insists on making a special dinner to impress her, Curtis and Ella catch wind of damaging family drama, and C.J. receives unexpected news.
Season 11
22 episodes
E01
What's in a Payne Name
Thu, Mar 24 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik and Lisa can't agree on a name for their newborn baby, C.J. worries about Janine as reports of a plane incident come in, and Calvin offers relationship advice to Malik.
E02
Major Payne
Thu, Mar 31 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
As the pressure mounts for Lisa to choose her college classes, she envisions what her future would be like down different career paths.
E03
Bag Men
Thu, Apr 7 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
After Curtis starts a new family food truck business, his chief of operations Lisa is upset to learn that Malik is receiving a higher wage despite having a subordinate role.
E04
H.O. Hate
Thu, Apr 14 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis sets his sights on retaliation when the new HOA president threatens to shut down the grand opening of his food truck.
E05
Meme, Myself and I
Thu, Apr 21 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
CJ discovers more than he wants to know when he attempts to bond with his kids via social media, and fame goes to Curtis's head when his comical rants turn him into a viral sensation.
E06
Good Will Nothing
Thu, Apr 28 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella talks Curtis into writing his will after the sudden passing of a friend, and when the rest of the family realizes a potential inheritance is in play, they all start sucking up.
E07
Payne-Ting
Thu, May 5 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin and Malik question everything they know about love and fidelity when they unearth Ella's old diary and find her passionate love poems addressed to someone other than Curtis.
E08
A Payne-Ful Interview
Thu, May 12 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin and Ella help Curtis prepare for an interview to promote his BBQ sauce on one of Atlanta's hottest shows, and Malik learns about Lisa's responsibilities while taking care of MaLisa.
E09
Woman to Woman
Thu, May 19 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik educates C.J. and Lisa about criminal justice reform, and Miranda and Laura clash over a gift for Christian and their distinct roles in his life.
E10
It Was All a Dream
Thu, May 26 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin sends flirty texts to Miranda after a raucous night out with his friends, and C.J. gives Malik an important lesson about marriage and fatherhood.
E11
Paynful Pain
Thu, Oct 13 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis shows Ella how much he appreciates her by recreating their first date and planning a sweet surprise for their anniversary, and Laura takes offense to Calvin's constant teasing.
E12
Going to the Chapel and Not Getting Married
Thu, Oct 20 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis's scheming and reluctance to spend money on his and Ella's vow renewal ceremony has Ella reconsidering her recommitment.
E13
Unwelcomed Neighbors
Thu, Oct 27 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis draws the family into his web of paranoia when he spots unusual activity at the vacant house across the street, and Laura questions Calvin's financial generosity towards Miranda.
E14
Cracked Nest Egg
Thu, Nov 3 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin injures his foot at the church's run-down help center, and Curtis and Ella argue about using their retirement funds to update the building.
E15
The Paranoid and the Private
Thu, Nov 10 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis panics when he discovers a prized possession missing from his food truck, and Miranda's idea to send Christian to a private school leaves Calvin conflicted.
E16
Of Mice and Men
Thu, Nov 17 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When a mouse turns up in the house and disturbs Ella's peace, Curtis explores extermination methods and turns the house into a war zone, plus Malik lands a new job at a medical dispensary.
E17
Insecurity System
Thu, Nov 24 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda helps Ella feng shui her living room, Malik lets Laura test-drive a drone from the fire department, and Calvin helps C.J. install a security system with audio-visual capabilities.
E18
Hashtag Help
Thu, Dec 1 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella enlists Lisa to create a viral campaign for the church's help center, and Calvin gives Curtis some pointers for launching his Sauce Boss brand.
E19
Mr. Bills
Thu, Dec 8 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis regrets his overreaction to Ella's spending habits when she starts cutting back on luxuries like delicious food and premium channels, and C.J. dives into the world of cryptocurrency.
E20
Coco Parenting
Thu, Dec 15 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. faces insecurity when Janine's new out-of-town job changes the roles at home, and Calvin and Miranda reevaluate their parenting when Christian is suspended for repeated bullying.
E21
So Nice to Meat You
Thu, Dec 22 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis becomes suspicious when Glo presents him with an overly generous apology gift, while Calvin's friend Peanut thinks he may have found his sugar mama.
E22
Payneful Patriach
Thu, Dec 29 2022 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik's promising new business opportunity leads to a complex political argument with C.J., and Curtis's dispute with bossy neighbor Glo over an HOA violation has shocking consequences.
Season 12
22 episodes
E01
Like New Money
Thu, Mar 23 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis suspects his food truck was blown up intentionally, and he starts investigating the incident; Calvin must get to the bottom of Calvin Jr.'s mischievous deeds.
E02
Just Payne Trippin
Thu, Mar 30 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The family has trouble adjusting to Jazmine's new found independence. Miranda gets an offer that Calvin would like for her to refuse.
E03
Les Boss Sauce
Thu, Apr 6 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis becomes infuriated when his sauce gets bootlegged; Malik orchestrates a date night to rejuvenate his relationship with Lisa.
E04
One Legged Funeral Director
Thu, Apr 13 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin's domineering side rears its ugly head when he begins coaching his son's soccer team; Miranda has everyone up in arms regarding a novel she's selfpublished.
E05
Forget Me Not
Thu, Apr 20 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis is involved in an accident that alters his personality; C.J. takes over the twins' school project and strives for excellence.
E06
Encouragement
Thu, Apr 27 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin hosts a dinner to meet Laura's parents for the first time; C.J. struggles with failing the physical aptitude test.
E07
Balancing Payne
Thu, May 4 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When Miranda askes Calvin to switch weekends with the boys, he agrees, totally disregarding the fact that he and Laura have plans. Meanwhile When Curtis and Floyd have a fight about business, Floyd decides to open his own food truck.
E08
Paynes in the Butt
Thu, May 11 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella decides to go against the grain and use technology instead of paying someone to do repairs. Malik and Lisa's argument causes discord between C.J. and Janine.
E09
Deena
Thu, May 18 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Lisa introduces the Paynes to her materialistic, larger-than-life mom Deena when she shows up unannounced, and Ella and Miranda create a vlog to raise money for the church's help center.
E10
The New Praisers
Thu, May 25 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jazmine seeks Ella's guidance as she starts a Bible study group at her college, and Laura insists Calvin draws stronger boundaries with Miranda.
E11
Model Behavior
Thu, Aug 17 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
A new smart home device makes Curtis paranoid about technology, and Malik grows suspicious after Lisa gets approached by a modeling photographer.
E12
I Am Handy Woman, Hear Me Roar
Thu, Aug 17 2023 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. and Janine get drawn into Malik and Lisa's disagreement about love languages, and Ella is determined to prove Curtis wrong when he casts doubt on her DIY home maintenance skills.
E13
Make It Rain
Thu, Aug 17 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Laura's discomfort with Calvin's bachelor party threatens to throw a wrench in his plans, and as Malik struggles to build a toy for MaLisa, Curtis and C.J. want to show him how it's done.
E14
Say My Name
Thu, Aug 24 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Miranda struggles to find her footing as she jumps back into the dating scene to get over Calvin, and C.J. fights off bad luck after a chain email seemingly works its magic on him.
E15
Out In the Open
Thu, Aug 24 2023 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
After a tragedy at work, CJ encourages his family to be more open about their mental health, and Miranda confides in Ella about missing the physical aspects of being in a relationship.
E16
Zaddy
Thu, Aug 24 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jazmine considers dropping her educational ambitions when the glamorous influencer life tempts her, and CJ fights to convince her that fast fame and easy money aren't really so easy.
E17
El Capitan
Thu, Aug 31 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis becomes the neighborhood watch Captain and the power goes to his head, much to the demise of the family. Meanwhile, Jazmine tries to convince CJ and Malik that they can enjoy the games with healthy food.
E18
To Jump or Not To Jump
Thu, Aug 31 2023 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Laura grapples with anxiety over traditional marital expectations as her wedding date nears, and Curtis and Gloria face off after he asks Malik and Jazzy paint the front door.
E19
They Call Me Chef Payne
Thu, Aug 31 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. and Jazmine help Jayden overcome his stage fright before he performs in a school play, and Calvin and Laura crush Curtis's dream of catering their wedding.
E20
Run Them Pockets
Thu, Sep 7 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E21
Double Trouble
Thu, Sep 7 2023 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E22
True Measures
Thu, Sep 7 2023 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Season 13
22 episodes
E01
Piece By Piece
Wed, Aug 14 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin teams up with his ex-wife Miranda to get to the bottom of why Laura broke off their engagement, while also working with Ella to repair his relationship with Calvin Jr. Meanwhile, Curtis and Floyd attempt to get publicity for their BBQ sauce brand by hosting their own cooking show on TV... if only they can get out of their own way.
E02
Adjust Your Crown, Sis
Wed, Aug 21 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When Ella sponsors the membership of the new wife of a longtime dea-con into her social club, Incomparable Crowns, she begins to suspect something may be going on behind closed doors in the new marriage.
E03
No Bueno
Wed, Aug 28 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jazmine reminds a forgetful C.J. about his first wedding anniversary. Curtis and Ella bring over a cake called No Bueno to celebrate, only to learn there is no celebration to be had.
E04
Failure to Succeed
Wed, Sep 4 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Malik is thrilled when he lands an interview with councilman he idolizes, but he finds out that getting the job is only half the battle; Curtis fails a health inspection, forcing him to modify his barbecue recipe to disastrous results.
E05
Love Yourz
Wed, Sep 11 2024 12:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
A concerned Calvin enlists his quirky friends Pookie and Peanut to help his struggling son, Calvin Jr., with math. Meanwhile, Malik's attempt to impress Councilman Dustman at a family dinner backfires due to his family's embarrassing behavior.
E06
The Chicken or the Egg
Wed, Sep 18 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis searches for reasonably priced eggs in the middle of a city-wide egg shortage; Lisa attempts to gain professional work experience by going to work with the Paynes.
E07
I Wanna Dance With Somebody
Wed, Sep 25 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin Jr.'s mom can't take him to the mother-son dance; Miranda and Laura compete to be her replacement.
E08
A Payneful Father's Day
Wed, Oct 2 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella organizes the women to plan a special Father's Day for the men in their lives; Floyd and Glo have their first argument as a couple.
E09
Hut-Hut Psyche
Wed, Oct 9 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin wants Calvin Jr. to play football, but Ella thinks football is too dangerous and pushes him to play tennis instead.
E10
Final Answer
Wed, Oct 23 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jazmine gets caught up in a cheating scandal at school; Curtis enlists the help of a vlogger to promote his food truck.
E11
All Hands on Deck
Wed, Nov 20 2024 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis calls on his family to help work the food truck. Malik is charged with creating a smear campaign and has a big decision to make.
E12
Breakup To Makeup
Wed, Nov 27 2024 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
When Miranda helps Calvin take care of a sick Christian, Calvin has a big realization.
E13
If It Ain't Broke
Wed, Dec 4 2024 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin and Jr. deal with the consequences of their big fight, and Miranda has to step in. CJ and Janine try to use some of the techniques they learned in couple's counseling as they put together a complicated entertainment center.
E14
House Of Funk
Wed, Dec 11 2024 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin and Laura try to teach the boys to clean up after themselves. Ella meets with the head deacon to discuss a tense situation, but she does not get the response she expected when she brings up some serious concerns.
E15
Barracuda Pool
Wed, Dec 18 2024 2:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Curtis and Floyd go on a popular TV show where they pitch their BBQ sauce to potential investors, but their nonstop arguing puts their prospective deals in jeopardy.
E16
Paynefully Moving On
Wed, Dec 18 2024 3:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella has become conflicted with the politics of her church and has to make a big decision.
E17
Tricks No Treats
Wed, Mar 26 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E18
Love At First Swipe
Wed, Apr 2 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E19
House of Cards
Wed, Apr 9 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E20
The Incomparable Ella
Thu, Apr 10 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E21
Houston, We've Got a Problem
Wed, Apr 16 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E22
House of Love
Thu, Apr 17 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Season 14
22 episodes
E01
House of Realization
Thu, May 1 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
After a sit-down, Ella faces off with Elaine and confronts her about her true feelings towards Laura, and Malik gets creative about his parenting.
E02
Doing the Work
Thu, May 8 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Laura's temper gets the better of her in the wake of her unpleasant clash with the Paynes, and Ella's successful Bible study takes an unexpected turn when Mrs. Wellington arrives.
E03
House of Outrage
Thu, May 15 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella reveals her deep disdain for Laura, and C.J. and Curtis advise Calvin on the challenge of preserving his future marriage while also safeguarding his relationship with his mother.
E04
The Talk
Thu, May 22 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella confronts Laura in an attempt at reconciliation, and Janine must navigate unexpected challenges when Deena urgently requests to meet.
E05
House of Tough Decisions
Thu, May 29 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Tensions rise between Curtis and Floyd as a new potential business creates havoc, and Jazmine grapples with a challenging decision regarding a dishonest former classmate.
E06
House of Bad Neighbors
Thu, Jun 5 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
The Payne family must innovate when Mrs. Wellington returns with a vengeance, and Calvin's relationship with Laura hits a turning point.
E07
Burying the Hatchet
Thu, Jun 12 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Ella seeks divine help when tempers flare between Laura and the Payne family, and Jazmine must decide whether to forgive her dishonest classmate.
E08
House of Probation
Thu, Jun 19 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Calvin and Laura receive unexpected news, Curtis and Glo join forces against Mrs. Wellington, and Calvin and Miranda navigate the complexities of co-parenting.
E09
House of Second Chances
Thu, Jun 26 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Jazmine grapples with a roller coaster of emotions during a group project, and Ella imparts crucial advice as Curtis and Floyd navigate the intricacies of business.
E10
Protector in Chief
Thu, Jul 3 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
C.J. springs into action when tragedy strikes downtown, and Lisa is pulled from all angles at home.
E11
The Storm
Thu, Nov 6 2025 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Sparks fly as Calvin and Miranda team up to express their disapproval of Laura's birthday gift for Christian. Calvin and Laura's relationship is on the rocks.
E12
House of Funk
Thu, Nov 13 2025 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E13
House of Final Chapters
Thu, Nov 20 2025 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E14
A Brother's Love
Thu, Nov 27 2025 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E15
Can We Have Dinner
Thu, Dec 4 2025 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E16
Hanging Solo
Thu, Dec 11 2025 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E17
A Chicken Dinner
Thu, Dec 18 2025 1:30 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E18
Good As Gold
Thu, Feb 5 2026 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E19
A Payne Family Portrait
Thu, Feb 12 2026 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E20
Life Is Long
Thu, Feb 19 2026 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E21
Don't Grow Weary
Thu, Feb 26 2026 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
E22
The Stages of Love
Thu, Mar 5 2026 1:00 AM GMT+0000
30 min
Cast
LaVan Davis
as Curtis Payne
Cassi Davis
as Ella Payne
Lance Gross
as Calvin Payne
Larramie "Doc" Shaw
as Malik Payne
Keshia Knight Pulliam
as Miranda Payne
Allen Payne
as CJ Payne
