Episode list

Calvin discovers Miranda is missing; Claretha moves in with Curtis and Ella

Miranda's mother confronts Calvin about her daughter, and C.J., Janine, and Jazmine return to town

Miranda returns with shocking news for Calvin; Claretha decides to start a home business

Unaware that C.J. is his replacement, Curtis complains to city hall. Jazmine sees an entrepreneurial opportunity. And Ella deals with a new pastor who wants to go high tech by shutting down the church's help center for the poor.

Calvin confronts Miranda, thinking she had an abortion. Meanwhile, the school casts Malik in its production of Othello but the supposedly liberal father of the white girl cast opposite Malik won't allow Malik to kiss her in the play

C.J., Janine and the kids move out of the Payne house. Meanwhile, Jazmine, feeling ignored by everyone and jealous of the twins, decides to run away

All three couples 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 away--it's scary.

Calvin and Miranda are going to see a mediator as the first stage in their divorce. Ella discovers Curtis has been taking her estrogen pills and is about to tell him when she discovers an upside.

Family and friends share their own versions of the Nativity story when Jazmine fails to appreciate the real meaning of Christmas.

Curtis and Ella are shocked to learn that their marriage is null and void, so Claretha and Floyd persuade them to bask in single life.

Janine thinks she's pregnant while C.J. contemplates a vasectomy. Jazmine helps Calvin and Miranda reconcile their differences.

Janine thinks she's pregnant while C. J. contemplates a vasectomy. Jazmine helps Calvin and Miranda reconcile their differences.

A blackout uncovers issues for all three Payne couples.

Janine's former dealer returns with a secret that could unravel her new found happiness. Meanwhile, Curtis immerses himself in another culture.

Janine's former dealer returns with a secret that could unravel her new found happiness. Meanwhile, Curtis immerses himself in another culture.

The Paynes are surprised when Malik announces his intention to join the ROTC. Curtis is asked to rejoin the fire department, but not in the role he expected.

Curtis' financial plans take a turn for the worse when Ella makes an announcement. Meanwhile, Calvin has to deal with Miranda's disapproving Mom when she makes an unexpected visit

Curtis' surprise retirement party turns out to be a bigger surprise than he expected. Meanwhile, Jazmine develops a little crush

A depressed Curtis gets some advice from an unexpected source when he pitches in at the Help Center. Meanwhile, Floyd pits the two young couples against each other to win a weekend getaway.

A routine fire becomes C.J.'s worst nightmare. Meanwhile, Ella recommends a book to Miranda and Claretha and finds out why it's such a hot seller.

Calvin and Miranda have a pregnancy scare. Meanwhile, Curtis and Claretha team up to make some quick cash.

Janine's mom takes over the house, annoying a depressed C.J. Meanwhile, Curtis gig as the Safety Seal goes up in flames

Ella struggles to fit in with the college students in her study group. Meanwhile, Curtis teaches Jazmine's Bible study group

Miranda sees a different side to Calvin when he unexpectedly has to watch Calvin, Jr. Meanwhile, Curtis and Ella get new neighbors who have some new ideas about relationships.

C.J. finally meets his birth father. Curtis helps Jazmine pick an instrument for school.

Curtis gets a visit from an old friend who isn't quite what Curtis remembered. Meanwhile, Calvin tries to impress a nursery school recruiter to get his unborn child enrolled

The Payne men are forced to take their wives on a nice date, but the plans go awry.

Calvin and Ella enroll in the same college course and have to complete a project that's out of this world. Meanwhile, Malik helps Curtis prepare for his first post-retirement interview.

Malik and a friend take advantage of being home alone. Meanwhile, Curtis takes Ella out to dinner at a fancy restaurant and has a falling out with the snooty waiter.

C.J. gets a new boss who takes a special interest in his career. Meanwhile, Floyd's ex-wife returns unexpectedly surprising Claretha and drawing Ella and Curtis into the middle of a love triangle.

When a flood closes the doors of the help center, Ella must bring her work home to Curtis' dismay. Meanwhile, the mother of Calvin's child gets into a serious accident.

Curtis tries to help C.J. trap his new boss. Meanwhile, Calvin and Miranda's financial situation takes a turn for the worst

Malik must face a bully to win the heart of an upperclassman. Meanwhile, Calvin takes steps to solve his money woes.

The mother of Calvin's child returns with some life changing news. Meanwhile, Janine's new job schedule forces the family to hire a nanny, but they get more than they bargained for

Malik lies to his girlfriend about being a gourmet chef then must get Curtis' help to make a meal. Meanwhile, Calvin is working two jobs so he and Miranda have no time for each other

Millions of fans have made this series from Tyler Perry one of the most beloved family comedies ever. Now, in volume Eight, the Paynes are back in the house that laughter built. This fun-filled collection finds Pops nearly down to his last good nerve as son Calvin, nephew C.J. and C.J.'s kids, Malik and Jazmine, are up to their old tricks. Leave it Ella, Pop's ever-loyal wife, to smooth things out in this inspiring series that confronts real-life issues with good humor and grace.

Working two jobs puts Calvin in a dangerous situation. Meanwhile, Janine gets a promotion and things at home start to unravel.

Big Jesse returns, but Curtis is jealous when he starts hanging out with Ella. Meanwhile, Malik gets involved with the wrong crowd and pays a heavy price.

Malik's partner in crime comes to pay a visit despite C.J.'s rejections.

Calvin and Miranda ask Tracie to stop visiting the house unannounced.