Tyler Perry's House of Payne

Synopsis

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.

First Air Date: 2007-06-06

Last Air Date: 2026-02-11

Number of Seasons: 13

Number of Episodes: 416

Created By: Tyler Perry

Networks: BET, TBS

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Top Cast

LaVan Davis as Curtis Booker T. Payne
Cassi Davis as Ella Williams-Payne
Allen Payne as Clarence 'C.J.' Payne Jr.
Doc Shaw as Malik Payne
Lance Gross as Calvin Payne
Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda Lucas-Payne
China Anne McClain as Jazmine Payne
Demetria McKinney as Janine Shelton-Payne
Quin Walters as Laura
Ahmarie Holmes as Lisa

Seasons

Specials (2006) - (10 Episodes)

Season 1 (2007) - (55 Episodes)

Season 2 (2008) - (25 Episodes)

Season 3 (2008) - (25 Episodes)

Season 4 (2008) - (25 Episodes)

Season 5 (2008) - (26 Episodes)

Season 6 (2009) - (46 Episodes)

Season 7 (2011) - (82 Episodes)

Season 8 (2020) - (25 Episodes)

Season 9 (2021) - (22 Episodes)

Season 10 (2022) - (22 Episodes)

Season 11 (2023) - (22 Episodes)

Season 12 (2024) - (22 Episodes)

Season 13 (2025) - (19 Episodes)

Specials (2006)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: (Pilot) The Roof is On Fire (2006-06-21)

C.J. Payne and his wife, Janine, are happily married with two children and live in a nice home. When their house catches on fire, they are forced to move in under the roof of C.J.'s aunt and uncle and no one is happy with the present situation. Meanwhile Janine gets acquainted with C.J.'s aunt.
Ep. 2: (Pilot) When the Smoke Clears Out (2006-06-21)

C.J. and Janine's relationship starts to get worse when C.J. finds out that Janine hasn't been paying the bills for their house. Meanwhile, Curtis and Malik start bonding after the television system blows up.
Ep. 3: (Pilot) The Invasion Part 1 (2006-06-28)

Curtis has problems with Malik's new outfit and C.J.'s current living condition puts him in a bad mood.
Ep. 4: (Pilot) Take It or Leave It - The Invasion Part 2 (2006-06-28)

C.J. is attracted to Malik's math teacher. Meanwhile, Ella has to tell Claretha some bad news about her involvement with the church.
Ep. 5: (Pilot) Home Alone (2006-07-05)

C.J. is left home in the house with his kids and Claretha while Curtis and Ella go out of town for the weekend.
Ep. 6: (Pilot) I Got the Hook Up - Home Alone Part 2 (2006-07-05)

C.J. tries to get back in the dating scene, but his efforts are thwarted as Pops and Claretha follow him during his date with Claretha's daughter, Hugeretha. Meanwhile, Curtis tries to have his monthly poker game while babysitting the kids at the same time.
Ep. 7: (Pilot) Ella's War (2006-07-12)

While Curtis is away, Ella gets a visit from C.J.'s ex-wife Janine who asks Ella to help her get her life together. Things get serious between C.J. and Malik and Jazmine's vice-principal.
Ep. 8: (Pilot) No Place Like Home (2006-07-12)

After finishing her stay in rehab, C.J.'s ex-wife asks Ella if she could move back in.
Ep. 9: (Pilot) Divided We Fall (2006-07-19)

When Ella gets sick, Curtis takes on more responsibilities. C.J. struggles to adapt to living with Janine.
Ep. 10: (Pilot) Big Baller, Shot Caller (2006-07-19)

While C.J. is less than inclined to meet Janine's new boyfriend, Curtis studies painting.