Tyler Perry's House of Payne

Tyler Perry's House of Payne

TV-PG 2007 · 14 seasons · 436 eps · ★ 7.6 · Comedy

Returning Series

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

Networks: BET, TBS

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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
China Anne McClain Jazmine Payne
Demetria McKinney Janine Shelton-Payne
Quin Walters Laura
Ahmarie Holmes Lisa
Denise Burse Claretha Jenkins
Palmer Williams Jr. Floyd Jackson

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