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Tyler Perry's House of Payne
A multigenerational, working-class family experience life's struggles with faith, love and, most importantly, humor. Curtis, aka 'Pops', the uncle and head of the household, has house and home turned upside down when an unexpected event forces his nephew, CJ, and CJ’s kids to move in, 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, Pops and Ella’s son, Calvin, a wise-cracking, broke college student, hangs out at home, making it impossible for any peace and quiet. It soon becomes evident just how wide the gap is, as the family tries to find a way to coexist through all of life’s hilarious ups and downs.
- Created by:
- Tyler Perry
- Cast:
- LaVan Davis, Cassi Davis, Allen Payne, Doc Shaw
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United States of America
- Network:
- BET, TBS
Episode guide
Seasons
Season 2
Episodes
Episode 1
★ 10.0Wife Swap
2008-03-05 · 30mCurtis 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.
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Stop Being All Funky
2008-03-05 · 30mC.J. meets Janine's new boyfriend, Bryan and becomes jealous when Bryan spoils the kids with expensive gifts.
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Guess Who Is Coming to Dinner
2008-03-12 · 30mAs 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?
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Game Over
2008-03-12 · 30mThe 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.
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Crazy in Love
2007-12-12 · 30mCurtis' womanizing friend Jimmy, who sponges off women, charms Claretha. Meanwhile C.J. has to deal with an all too grateful woman after saving her life - much to the amusement of his fellow firefighters.
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Time to Clean House
2007-09-19 · 30mThe 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.
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Living with Liz
2007-09-19 · 30mJanine'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.
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Aches and Paynes
2007-09-19 · 30mJazmine 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.
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It's a Boy
2007-09-19 · 30mWhile 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.
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The Big Bang Theory
2007-09-26 · 30mBlue, 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.
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Step It Up
2007-09-26 · 30mCurtis 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.
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Expectations
2007-09-26 · 30mJanine, 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.
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Episode 13
Cheers
2007-12-05 · 30mMalik tries out for cheer leading to obtain the girls' phone numbers but things backfire when he becomes the only male cheerleader. A pregnant Janine packs to move in with Bryan.
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Can I Get a Witness?
2008-01-30 · 30mElla 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.
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Episode 15
Commencement Day
2007-12-19 · 30mJanine asks Ella to keep her new-found pregnancy a secret. Meanwhile Calvin is going to graduate, but finds out he won't and delays telling Curtis about it.
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Episode 16
A Shock to the System
2007-12-26 · 30mMalik's best friend, Kevin gets into an accident while staying at the Payne's house. Malik fears losing his best friend. Meanwhile, Calvin gets a new job, but gets fired after insulting his boss, and starts working at the barbershop.
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Episode 17
Moral Dilemma
2008-01-02 · 30mWhen $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.
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Episode 18
Sex, Lies and Videotapes
2007-12-05 · 30mCJ corners Tanya when he sees a too revealing video of her.
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Episode 19
The Beat Down
2007-12-05 · 30mElla and Claretha help a fellow churchgoer who has an abusive boyfriend. Meanwhile, Delante has 2 girlfriends and bites off more than he can chew.
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Episode 20
Respect Me
2007-12-05 · 30mAngel is fed up with the boorish behavior of her fellow firefighters and complains. But when they no longer treat her as one of the guys she feels excluded. Ella and Malik put a stop to Jasmine's prank.
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Trial By Fire Pt. 2
2007-12-12 · 30mCurtis 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.
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Episode 22
Trial By Fire Pt. 3
2007-12-12 · 30mThe search progresses for CJ, who's trapped in a fire-ravaged structure. And love is blind for young Malik, whose crush on Taylor continues.
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Episode 23
Crazy in Love
2007-12-12 · 30mCurtis' old friend sets his sights on Claretha, and Ella doesn't it like it one bit. Curtis must choose between pleasing his wife, or staying cool with his friend. Meanwhile, C.J. is stalked by a woman he rescued.
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Episode 24
Reality Check
2007-12-19 · 30mThe firehouse becomes the subject of a reality show titled “Sparks,” but the firefighters get burned when the host manipulates their interviews. Elsewhere, Ella takes the children to visit Janine---without CJ's consent.
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Episode 25
Piece of Mind
2007-12-19 · 30mThe Payne gang decides to see a family therapist against Curtis' will. After each family member spends time with the therapist, it's the doctor who needs psychiatric help.
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LaVan Davis
Curtis Booker T. Payne
Cassi Davis
Ella Williams-Payne
Allen Payne
Clarence 'C.J.' Payne Jr.
Doc Shaw
Malik Payne
Lance Gross
Calvin Payne
Keshia Knight Pulliam
Miranda Lucas-Payne