List of Tyler Perry's House of Payne episodes

The following is a detailed account of each episode plot during the course of Tyler Perry's House of Payne.

Testing Episodes

This season had a limited run in syndication. There are canonical and considered as test pilot episodes. "Ella and Curtis were originally written as C.J.'s parents and there wasn't a Calvin Payne".

#	Title	Original Airdate
1	"The Roof is On Fire"	June 21, 2006
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 auntie and uncle and no one is happy with the present situation. Meanwhile Janine gets acquainted with C.J.'s mom.
2	"When the Smoke Clears Out"	June 21, 2006
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.
3	"The Invasion (Part 1)"	June 28, 2006
Curtis has problems with Malik's new outfit and C.J.'s current living condition puts him in a bad mood.
4	"Take It Or Leave It (The Invasion: Part 2)"	June 28, 2006
C.J. is attracted to Malik's math teacher. Meanwhile, Ella has to tell Claretha some bad news about her involvement with the church.
5	"Home Alone"	July 5, 2006
C.J. is left home in the house with his kids and Claretha while Curtis and Ella go out of town for the weekend.
6	"I've Got the Hook Up (Home Alone: Part 2)"	July 5, 2006
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.
7	"Ella's War"	July 12, 2006
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's math teacher.
8	"No Place Like Home"	July 12, 2006
After finishing her stay in rehab, C.J.'s ex-wife asks Ella if she could move back in.
9	"Divided We Fall"	July 19, 2006
When Ella gets sick, Curtis takes on more responsibilities. C.J. struggles to adapt to living with Janine.
10	"Big Baller, Shot Caller"	July 19, 2006
While C.J. is less than inclined to meet Janine's new boyfriend, Curtis studies painting.

Season 1: Summer 2007

This season began airing on the cable network, TBS.

#	Title	Original Airdate
1	"Bully and The Beast"	June 6, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Tyler Perry, Kellie R. Griffin While Janine proceeds to become more unaccountable and less reliable, Malik is being bullied at school by none other than Nikki (Keke Palmer), the foster daughter of Madea. Crossover: This episode proves that "Madea's Family Reunion" is a part of the same reality as "House of Payne".
2	"I Can Cry If I Want To"	June 6, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Tyler Perry, Michelle L. Johnson While the family contrives a surprise 50th birthday bash for Curtis, C.J. moves in with Ella and Curtis when his house burns down. Meanwhile, Curtis' old friend Mr. Brown (David Mann) irks the Paynes at Curtis' party. Crossover: This episode proves that "Meet the Browns" is a part of the same reality as "House of Payne".
3	"More Than Meets the Eye"	June 13, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Tyler Perry, Christopher Moore While Jazmine misses her toys and friends, C.J. has suspicions Janine is cheating on him and is concerned about her unsettled behavior.
4	"Busted"	June 13, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Kellie R. Griffin, Tyler Perry While Calvin sells "replica" designer items, Janine's drug abuse is official.
5	"Lost and Found"	June 20, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Kellie R. Griffin, Tyler Perry While Curtis goes to anger management class, C.J. looks for Janine.
6	"Down and Outted"	June 20, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Kellie R. Griffin, Tyler Perry C.J is dispirited about his life and his wife. Meanwhile, Curtis sees Malik wearing a tutu.
7	"No Money, Mo' Problems"	June 27, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Anita M. Cal, Tyler Perry While Calvin shows off "his" house to a girl, C.J. puts Janine in rehab after accepting money from Curtis.
8	"Just Say No"	June 27, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Steve Coulter & Dee Wagner, Tyler Perry While the firefighters have a "Sick Out", Jazmine is stirred by a "Say No to Drugs" seminar at school.
9	"Surprise, Surprise"	July 4, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry Janine's parents show up looking for her. Claretha believes she knows Janine's father.
10	"Father Knows Best"	July 4, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry Janine's parents return and want custody of the kids. The firefighters "misplace" the fire truck.
11	"I Keep Coming Up Short"	July 11, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry Curtis has impotency issues. Meanwhile, C.J. tries to work out his debt.
12	"The Buck Stops Here"	July 11, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Carmelita Arroyo The firehouse has a fundraiser. Meanwhile, Jazmine sells candy for her school. A new co-worker at the fire house turns out to be a woman.
13	"Wax On, Wax Off"	July 18, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Anita M. Cal Malik's going through puberty and the women in the house are clueless. Meanwhile, a failing inspection at the firehouse is Curtis's fault.
14	"Head of the Class"	July 18, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Steve Coulter, Dee Wagner Jazmine runs for class president in a mock election. Meanwhile, Curtis and Ella take an art class together with models.
15	"Paternity and Fraternity: Part 1"	July 25, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Kellie R. Griffin 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. Note: China Anne McClain's real-life sister, Sierra Aylina McClain, guest stars in this episode.
16	"Paternity and Fraternity: Part 2"	July 25, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Kellie R. Griffin C.J. gets the results of the paternity test. Meanwhile, Bart does some extreme stunts while the firefighters place bets on him. Note: China Anne McClain's real-life sister, Sierra Aylina McClain, guest stars in this episode.
17	"Cracking Under Pressure"	August 1, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Lamont Ferrell Janine and her associates steal from the Paynes. Meanwhile, Calvin trains for a marathon.
18	"Club PCP"	August 1, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Kellie R. Griffin Calvin plans a house party when the rest of the family visits relatives in Florida.
19	"Sadly Mistaken"	August 8, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Teri Jackson Beverly steals Ella's identity, which compels Ella to confront Janine. Meanwhile, Calvin crams for mid-terms.
20	"And Justice for All"	August 8, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Lamont Ferrell Malik meets someone on the Internet, who turns out to be a pedophile. Meanwhile, Curtis and Claretha have jury duty together.
21	"I Got The Hook Up"	August 15, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Teri Jackson Everyone tries to hook C.J. up on a date. Meanwhile, a woman who's HIV-positive volunteers at the Help Center.
22	"Absolutely Positive"	August 15, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry, Written by: Joseph Hampton Curtis gets a colonoscopy and thinks he's dying. Meanwhile, Calvin goes on a date with Karen, the woman who's HIV-positive.
23	"Teacher's Pet"	August 22, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry Written by Anita M. Cal, 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 indeed 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.
24	"The Perfect Storm"	August 22, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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.
25	"Sad, Sad Leroy Brown: Part 1"	August 29, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry After a fire yields a neighbors' house unlivable, he moves in with the Paynes, but he soon emerges as an pestering houseguest. Somewhere else, Calvin discovers romance with a con artist.
26	"Sad, Sad Leroy Brown: Part 2"	August 29, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry While Malik gets a tattoo that he shorty regrets, latent hostility intensifies between Curtis and Mr. Brown.
27	"Weeping May Endure for a Night"	September 5, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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 Brown thinks 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.
28	"The Big Test"	September 5, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry C.J has a date with Nicole who tells him she is waiting until she is married before having sex. Somewhere else Jazmine cheats on a test.
29	"Balancing Act"	September 12, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry CJ tries to find time for Nicole without neglecting the children; Jazmine hopes a new look will attract the attention of Malik's friend.
30	"Why Can't We Be Friends"	September 12, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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.
31	"Dog Day Afternoon"	September 19, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry While Malik must make a documentary for a school assignment, Curtis is unknowingly roped into assisting a bank robber.
32	"New Beginnings"	September 19, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry When his divorce from Janine is at last finalized, CJ attempts to start life anew, and his firehouse buddies urge him to savor the single life. Meanwhile, Janine tries to reconnect with the Paynes.
33	"Heavy Petting"	September 19, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry When a old friend of CJ's turns up, they stir up jealousy in Nicole which causes CJ and Nicole's budding romance to hit a bump. In the meantime the Payne children push to get a pooch.
34	"The Fast and the Furious"	September 19, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry Curtis must take an online driving course after he gets a speeding ticket. Claretha and Ella clash over playing the lottery.
35	"Gone in 60 Seconds"	September 26, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry Curtis surprises the family with a new motorcycle, but his new bike causes more trouble than any one family could every imagine. Malik's new friend from New York convinces him to steal Uncle Curtis' motorcycle, leaving Uncle Curtis no choice but to press charges. Ella in her frustration and anger kicks Curtis out of the house.
36	"Lost Without U"	September 26, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry CJ and Nicole's relationship is seriously tested when Nicole's jealousy gets out of hand, but that's the least of CJ's problems. Uncle Curtis filed charges against Malik, who faces time in prison for stealing and wrecking Uncle 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.
37	"I Rest My Case"	September 26, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry Malik and his friend Kyle go to a court hearing for stealing and wrecking Uncle Curtis' bike, but Uncle Curtis' plan to teach the boys a lesson backfires when Malik and Kyle are sent to prison.

Season 2: Winter 2007-2008

#	Title	Original Airdate
38	"A House Is Not a Home"	December 5, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry C.J. finds an apartment that is too good to be true, but Uncle Curtis doesn't care what it looks like as long as CJ and the kids are out of his house. Janine takes advantage of Ella's kindness, but Ella finally has had enough.
39	"Home Alone"	December 5, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry Ella and Curtis enjoy having their home to themselves since CJ and the kids have moved out. Meanwhile, CJ and the kids try to adjust to their new home. But a break in at CJ's apartment might change all this.
40	"The Wench Who Saved Christmas"	December 5, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry Curtis has problems containing his excitement over a vacation he and Ella have planned to take to Hawaii. But with C.J.'s kids celebrating Christmas for the first time since their mom left, Ella decides to cancel the vacation, sending Curtis into a Scrooge-like tantrum that only Madea can snap him out of.
41	"Trial by Fire: Part 1"	December 5, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry While Curtis and his fire company fight a raging blaze, Calvin tries to prove himself resulting in a perilous situation. Meanwhile, young Malik tries to act smooth with a girl while chatting on the phone, and his lies catch up to him in the end.
42	"Trial by Fire: Part 2"	December 12, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry The search progresses for CJ, who's trapped in a fire-ravaged structure. And love is blind for young Malik, whose crush on Taylor continues.
43	"Trial by Fire: Part 3"	December 12, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry CJ is saved,while Jasmine ruins Maliks crush on Taylor.
44	"Crazy In Love"	December 12, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry Curtis' 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.
45	"Reality Check"	December 12, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry The 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.
46	"Piece of Mind"	December 19, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry The 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.
47	"There's No Place Like Home"	December 19, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry When Janine is discharged from rehab, Ella opens the home to her and gives her job-interview pointers. Elsewhere, Curtis goes on a diet after failing a physical.
48	"Mommie Dearest"	December 26, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry Payne family ties are tested upon Janine's return home, as young Malik is taunted by his classmates because of his troubled mother.
49	"You Big Dummy"	December 26, 2007
Directed by: Tyler Perry Janine spontaneously squires the children to an amusement park, but things aren't so amusing when she fails to get CJ's consent. The emotional roller coaster continues for CJ when he discovers Calvin is wooing Tracie.
50	"It's a Boy"	January 2, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry When his crew departs on a call, Curtis is left alone at the firehouse with a pregnant woman who's about to give birth. Meanwhile, Tracie questions Calvin's maturity level, causing their relationship to wilt.
51	"Aches and Paynes"	January 2, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Calvin tries to prove his worth to Tracie, but she responds with shocking news. Meanwhile, Jazmine is plagued with a toothache, but it's like pulling teeth trying to get her to see a dentist.
52	"The Big Bang Theory"	January 9, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Janine's former drug dealer wants the money she owes threatens to come back and the harm the family if she doesn't pay. Curtis buys a handgun for safety against Ella's will. Meanwhile, Malik is dealing with another bully at school. When he finds Uncle Curtis' gun in the closet, he figures his problems are over.
53	"Step It Up"	January 9, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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.
54	"No Payne, No Gain"	January 16, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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.
55	"Devil in a Blue Suit"	January 16, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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.
56	"Bad Influence"	January 23, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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.
57	"Play on Playa"	January 23, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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.
58	"It's Getting Hot in Here"	January 30, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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.
59	"Don't Get It Twisted"	January 30, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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: Spring 2008

#	Title	Original Airdate
60	"Wife Swap"	March 5, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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.
61	"Stop Being All Funky"	March 5, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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.Robin Givens and Michael Jai White guest star.
62	"Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?"	March 12, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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?
63	"Game Over"	March 12, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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.
64	"Can I Get A Witness?"	March 19, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Ella is trouble when she finds out that she may have breast cancer while Calvin has witnessed a neighborhood crime and is tracked down. After Ella is tested, Janine decides to get tested and finds out that she is pregnant.
65	"Commencement Day"	March 19, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Calvin finds out that he is graduating, Ella must not tell about Janine's pregnancy, and it is harder than she thought.
66	"A Shock to the System"	March 26, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Malik's best friend, Kevin is injured in a hit and run accident, Calvin gets a new job, but gets fired the next day.
67	"Compromising Position"	March 26, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Curtis is offered a job in Los Angeles, and Ella doesn't want to move. Meanwhile, C.J.'s girlfriend, Tanya, has a friend that is attracted to C.J.
68	"Moral Dilemma"	April 2, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry When C.J. finds 50,000 dollars in his truck, the family must decide what to do with the money.
69	"Sex, Lies, and Videotapes"	April 2, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry C.J. finds out that Tanya was in a rap music video years ago, the F.B.I. uses the Payne home for a stakeout.
70	"Time to Clean House"	April 9, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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.
71	"Living With Liz"	April 9, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Janine's mother moves in with the Paynes, and Janine has a hard time not revealing that she's pregnant. It is then discovered that Janine's father kicked Liz out of the house.
72	"Beat Down"	April 16, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Ella and Claretha help out a church member who has an abusive boyfriend.
73	"Expectations"	April 16, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Janine's pregnancy is revealed at a family gathering, Curtis befriends a cable man who could possibly be his son.
74	"Cheers"	April 23, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Malik has a scheme to get phone numbers from cheerleaders and ends up being a cheerleader. Janine gets ready to move in with Bryan so they can prepare to raise their child.
75	"R-E-S-P-E-C-T Me"	April 23, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Malik babysits Jazmine, the guys at the firehouse upset Angel.

Season 4: Summer 2008

#	Title	Original Airdate
76	"Driving Me Crazy"	June 4, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Calvin babysits Miranda's nephew, Claretha's car is stolen and Ella must help her find it. Guest star :Nicholas Milton as Brandon , Miranda's nephew .
77	"Reunited and... It Don't Feel So Good"	June 4, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Curtis, Ella, and Claretha host a mixer for their college reunion. CJ tries to babysit Malik and Jazmine with disastrous results.
78	"What the-?"	June 4, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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; meanwhile Jazmine learns a curse word from Curtis.
79	"Guys' Night Out, Girls' Night In"	June 4, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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.
80	"How Do You Spell….It's All About Me?"	June 11, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Malik assists Jazmine in her attempt to win a spelling bee and dethrone the reigning champion. Elsewhere, Curtis believes that Ella is having an affair.
81	"And…Cut!"	June 11, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Ella makes a new plan which will increase quality family time, by forbidding the clan from using the TV and radio for the next two weeks. Before long, a shocking discovery is revealed about CJ. Elsewhere, a popular film actor begins frequenting the barbershop more often.
82	"Old School vs. New School"	June 18, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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
83	"Fired and Desire"	June 18, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Ella is going through menopause and the entire household is suffering with her.
84	"Unsung Heroes"	June 25, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Calvin's buddy has returned home from the Iraq war and prepares to throw him a party along with his posse. Elsewhere, Malik is assigned a school paper on a role model, but who will he choose as the subject?
85	"Pissed, Poor and Paranoid"	June 25, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Curtis puts Malik and Jazmine to work at the firehouse charity food drive as a means of learning the art of money management. Elsewhere, CJ tries to lose his female stalker. Meanwhile, the barbers find out that Delante has been living in the barbershop.
86	"True Lies"	July 02, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Malik and Kevin decide to skip school to be with two girls. Meanwhile, Calvin's pal Peanut thinks he knows how to impress the ladies, tell them he owns a barbershop and is a Payne family member
87	"That Sounds Sweet"	July 02, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Ella gets an idea for a new business after she sells a bunch of cakes and cookies. Then, Malik takes up the saxophone in hopes of impressing a girl.
88	"Meet the Lucases"	July 09, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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.
89	"Out on a limb"	July 09, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Ella, Claretha, Jazmine and her friend set off on a camping trip, where they quickly become lost. Meanwhile, Calvin sets out to find a perfect engagement ring now that he has decided to "pop the question" to Miranda.
90	"Can't Buy Me Love"	July 16, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Calvin makes plans at a fancy restaurant to propose to Miranda but starts to question if he'll be rich enough to support her.
91	"To Have and To Hold"	July 16, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Calvin's newest attempt to propose to Miranda hits a snag when he misplaces the engagement ring. Also, a secret romance blooms at the barbershop making things even hairier. Janine also returns to tell CJ that he is the father of her baby. Note: Demetria McKinney returns in this episode.
92	"Unexpected Results"	July 23, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Jazmine gets a perfect score on an aptitude test which wreaks havoc on the family. After CJ tells Tanya that he's the father of Janine's unborn child, they break up. Note: LaVan Davis, Cassi Davis, Lance Gross, and Keshia Knight Pulliam do not appear in this episode.
93	"Let's Get Ready to Rumble"	July 23, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Curtis and Malik are left to chaperon Jazmine's slumber party when CJ and Janine get held up at the barber shop. Note: Cassi Davis and Keshia Knight Pulliam do not appear in this episode.
94	"Father's Day"	July 30, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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. Note: Allen Payne and Demetria McKinney do not appear in this episode.
95	"Whose Wedding Is It Anyway?"	July 30, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Ella goes with Miranda to the mall to complete her wedding registry, but things get out of hand when Ella takes over. Elsewhere, the kids are hopeful that CJ and Janine are reconciling after they decide to go on a date together.
96	"All is Not Lost"	July 30, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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. Note: Larramie "Doc" Shaw and China Anne McClain do not appear in this episode.
97	"Party Over Here!"	August 06, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Although Calvin has promised Miranda that his bachelor party would be canceled, his family and friends go on with the celebration anyways. Note: Demetria McKinney, Larramie "Doc" Shaw, and China Anne McClain do not appear in this episode.
98	"The Last Supper"	August 06, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Calvin and Miranda's wedding rehearsal and dinner finds the couple inundated with marital advice, and the ceremonies may be ruined anyway by a unforeseen guest, drunken foolishness and a fainting spell.
99	"We've Come This Far by Faith 1"	August 06, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry The wedding day has arrived for Calvin and Miranda as a number of issues threaten to ruin their day. One major complication arises as Miranda's father helps birth triplets. Note: This episode marks the final appearance of Jazmine Payne (China Anne McClain).
100	"We've Come This Far by Faith 2"	August 06, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry The wedding ceremony finally begins, but before Calvin and Miranda can get to their vows, CJ proposes to Janine. Janine goes into labor before they can finish the ceremony.

Season 5: Winter 2008-2009

#	Title	Original Airdate
101	"Labor Paynes 1"	December 3, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Janine goes into labor during the wedding. She and CJ as well as Calvin and Miranda get married at the hospital. Janine and CJ unexpectedly have twins.
102	"Labor Paynes 2"	December 3, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Janine suffers from Postpartum Depression after she comes home with the twins. Note: Lance Gross and Keshia Knight Pulliam do not appear in this episode
103	"Your Wife's A Payne"	December 10, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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 quarrel over business plans. Note: Allen Payne, Demetria McKinney, LaVan Davis, Cassi Davis, and Larramie "Doc" Shaw do not appear in this episode
104	"Casa De Payne"	December 10, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry 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. Jasmine leaves the household as she goes off to a school for gifted children in North Carolina. Note: This is Denise Burse's last episode.
105	"It's a Payne Growing Up"	December 17, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry Malik's buddy Kevin gets intimate with a promiscuous girl who happens to be the source of a syphilis outbreak. Malik subsequently seeks counsel from CJ, leading to a misunderstanding.
106	"Payne and Prejudice"	December 17, 2008
Directed by: Tyler Perry It's a culture clash and a culinary conflict when the Paynes have dinner at the Hernandez home. At the barbershop, Dana's falsehoods come back to haunt her. Note: Allen Payne, Demetria McKinney, Lance Gross, and Keshia Knight Pulliam do not appear in this episode.
107	"Payneful News"	February 11, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry When Miranda and Calvin have trouble conceiving, they consult a doctor, whose orders leave Calvin overly fatigued. Meanwhile, Malik is hired as an errand-runner at the barbershop, but things get hairy when he settles on cutting a customer's hair.
108	"Payneful Loss"	February 11, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry Striving to lose weight, Ella enters a health-and-wellness ranch---with Curtis in tow. There, the two happen upon Ella's erstwhile trainer, Francois. Note: Allen Payne and Demetria McKinney do not appear in this episode.
109	"Payneful Employment"	February 18, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry CJ interviews for a fire-chief post in New Jersey. This elates Curtis, but only because the younger Paynes might finally move out of the house. At the barbershop, Kiki tries to persuade Floyd to hire her brother---who was just released from prison. Note: Lance Gross, Keshia Knight Pulliam, and Larramie "Doc" Shaw do not appear in this episode.
110	"Slightly Payneful Truth"	February 18, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry Malik, as a favor to Alexandra, helps Consuela prepare for her U.S. citizenship test. Curtis jumps in to help when Malik gets sick. Elsewhere, Dana and Kiki have eyes for a handsome new stylist at the barbershop. Note: Allen Payne, Demetria McKinney, Cassi Davis, Lance Gross, and Keshia Knight Pulliam do not appear in this episode.
111	"Joy and Payne"	February 25, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry The eldest Hernandez son returns home from Iraq. In barbershop developments, Floyd's extensive time spent at a casino comes back to haunt him. Note: Allen Payne, Demetria McKinney, Cassi Davis, Larramie "Doc" Shaw, and Keshia Knight Pulliam do not appear in this episode.
112	"A Sister's Payne"	February 25, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry Kiki's brother, Darnell, arrives and tries to put his drug-dealer life behind him. When Kiki's ex-flame stirs up trouble, Darnell stands tall to protect his younger sister. Meanwhile, Malik's romantic interest in his neighbor advances to the next level when they go out on a date. Note: Allen Payne, Demetria McKinney, Cassi Davis, and Keshia Knight Pulliam do not appear in this episode.
113	"A Grand Payne"	March 4, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry Malik and Alex agree to go out on a date. But when their parents insist that they need supervision, Calvin and Mercedes are enlisted as their chaperones. Meanwhile, Janine's parents pay a visit, but Janine's relationship with her mother is soon tested. Note: Keshia Knight Pulliam does not appear in this episode.
114	"Games People Play"	March 4, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry The Paynes relish their annual tailgating shindig, but Miranda falls ill after getting wind of the "date" between Calvin and Mercedes. Meanwhile, Diego grows increasingly agitated and begins starting fights. Note: Demetria McKinney does not appear in this episode.
115	"Help Wanted"	April 8, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry MIranda's ex-fiancee, David, comes to town and trys to make a move on her. Meanwhile, Calvin interviews for a corporate job at the company where Mercedes works. Note: Allen Payne, Demetria McKinney, and Larramie "Doc" Shaw do not appear in this episode.
116	"Old Lady Paynes"	April 8, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry Ella's mother, Eunice (who has never gotten along with Curtis), comes to visit. Everything is going well until Eunice begins to do things that concern the family. Note: Allen Payne, Lance Gross, and Keshia Knight Pulliam do not appear in this episode.
117	"I Don't Know This Payne"	April 15, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry Ella and Rosie get jobs working at a boutique at the mall; Curtis and Carlos enjoy their new ``man world. Note: Demetria McKinney, Allen Payne, Lance Gross, Larramie "Doc" Shaw, and Keshia Knight Pulliam do not appear in this episode.
118	"Pall Mall"	April 15, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry Ella meets a man at the mall where she works; Diego asks Calvin and Miranda to check out the guy Mercedes has been seeing. Note: Demetria McKinney, Allen Payne, and Larramie "Doc" Shaw do not appear in this episode.
119	"With Friends Like These"	April 22, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry Malik forms a friendship with a fellow student who is HIV positive---and who is a target of classroom abuse. Elsewhere, Consuela oversees the boutique after Rosie calls out sick.
120	"The Talent Show"	April 22, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry R&B vocalist Gladys Knight appears as herself when the very existence of the firehouse is jeopardized due to the city's budget cuts. But a big fund-raising talent show could save the firehouse and the firemen's jobs. Meanwhile, Diego continues to deal with postwar anger issues.
121	"Moving Day"	April 29, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry After slipshod repairs on their house leave them homeless, Curtis, Ella and Malik must relocate to Calvin and Miranda's abode. Meanwhile, Floyd's beautiful daughter arrives at the barbershop, creating some hair-raising drama in the process.
122	"Bringing Down the House"	April 29, 2009
Directed by: Tyler Perry The family discovers that the Payne home foundation is in urgent need of repair, but Curtis' cost-cutting approach backfires horribly. Elsewhere, Ella inches closer to the charmer (Michael Genet) she met at the mall. She also discovers via a magazine quiz that Curtis is most likely not the man for her.
123	"Surprise! Part 1"	May 6, 2009
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124	"Surprise! Part 2"	May 6, 2009
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125	"Title Unavailable!"	May 20, 2009
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126	"Title Unavailable!"	May 20, 2009
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