House of Payne
The Payne family returns with new challenges. As C.J. and Janine navigate parenting their young twins in addition to their adult children, Calvin and Miranda adjust to their new lives apart.
- 2006-2026
- 15 seasons
- Debmar-Mercury
- Comedy, Drama, Family
- TV-PG
The Payne family returns with new challenges. As C.J. and Janine navigate parenting their young twins in addition to their adult children, Calvin and Miranda adjust to their new lives apart.
Season 3 Episode Guide
22 Episodes 2007 - 2008
Episode 1
Wife Swap
Wed, Mar 5, 2008 22 mins
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
Episode 2
Stop Being All Funky
Wed, Mar 5, 2008 21 mins
C.J. meets Janine's new boyfriend, Bryan and becomes jealous when Bryan spoils the kids with expensive gifts.
Episode 3
Guess Who Is Coming to Dinner
Wed, Mar 12, 2008 22 mins
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?
Episode 4
Game Over
Wed, Mar 12, 2008 22 mins
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.
Episode 5
Trial by Fire: Part 2
Wed, Dec 12, 2007 22 mins
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.
Episode 7
Crazy in Love
Wed, Dec 12, 2007 21 mins
Curtis' 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.
Episode 11
Time to Clean House
Wed, Apr 9, 2008 22 mins
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.
Episode 12
Living with Liz
Wed, Apr 9, 2008 22 mins
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
Episode 13
Aches and Paynes
Wed, Jan 2, 2008 21 mins
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.
Episode 14
It's a Boy
Wed, Jan 2, 2008 21 mins
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.
Episode 15
The Big Bang Theory
Wed, Jan 9, 2008 21 mins
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.
Episode 16
Step It Up
Wed, Jan 9, 2008 22 mins
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
Episode 17
Compromising Positions
Wed, Mar 26, 2008 22 mins
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
Episode 23
Expectations
Wed, Apr 16, 2008 22 mins
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
Episode 24
Cheers
Wed, Apr 23, 2008 22 mins
Malik 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.
Episode 27
Can I Get a Witness?
Wed, Mar 19, 2008 21 mins
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
Episode 28
Commencement Day
Wed, Mar 19, 2008 22 mins
Janine 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.
Episode 29
A Shock to the System
Wed, Mar 26, 2008 22 mins
Malik'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.
Episode 31
Moral Dilemma
Wed, Apr 2, 2008 22 mins
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
Episode 32
Sex, Lies and Videotapes
Wed, Apr 2, 2008 22 mins
CJ corners Tanya when he sees a too revealing video of her.
Episode 35
The Beat Down
Wed, Apr 16, 2008 21 mins
Ella and Claretha help a fellow churchgoer who has an abusive boyfriend. Meanwhile, Delante has 2 girlfriends and bites off more than he can chew.
Episode 36
Respect Me
Wed, Apr 23, 2008 21 mins
Angel 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.