Young Malik is being bullied in school, but his tormentor is a girl with a formidable foster mother.
In an attempt to reinvent himself for his birthday party, Curtis bleaches his teeth, colors his hair and tries to fit into his rookie fireman uniform. Meanwhile, his family is trying to plan a surprise party but the fire alarm keeps interrupting.
Cj is down and Janine grows increasingly agitated in the wake of the destruction of their house due to a fire. As CJ deals with not having a home, he also investigates the cause of the blaze.
Family bonds are tested when Calvin has cash-flow issues and CJ confronts Janine about her problems.
The family searches for a missing Janine. Meanwhile, curmudgeonly Curtis lands in an anger-management class overseen by a flamboyant counselor.
CJ's frustration over Janine's predicament impacts his family life and career. Meanwhile, Curtis grows concerned when he sees young Malik wearing a ballerina tutu.
Curtis yearns for CJ and his family to finally move out of the house, so the cranky patriarch hands him money to do so---but CJ may need the cash for something else. Meanwhile, Calvin tries to impress a woman, fibbing to her that the Payne house is his.
An intense anti-drug school presentation disturbs young Jazmine, prompting CJ to counsel her. Meanwhile, after rescuing a poodle, Curtis plans to use the reward money to purchase a massage chair for his office.
Janine's self-righteous parents visit the Payne household searching for their daughter, and a wincing CJ realizes it's his job to inform them of Janine's serious personal problems.
Janine's somewhat smug parents---upon sensing a family situation that could be harmful for children---file for custody of young Jazmine and Malik. Meanwhile, Curtis' firehouse scores an award for fastest response time, but then its speedy fire truck vanishes.
When Curtis has intimacy problems with Ella, he seeks help from the firehouse gang and from his anger-management coach. Elsewhere, an in-debt CJ tries to ward off creditors.
As the firehouse guys fire off fund-raising ideas for charity, they await the imminent arrival of a new female firefighter, who just might stir up their male-dominated world. And Calvin gives commerce pointers to young Jazmine, who sets out to sell candy for her school.
Ella worries that Malik has obsessive-compulsive disorder when the youngster becomes overly consumed with taking showers. Meanwhile, the firehouse gang prepares for the annual inspection---sans help from Curtis.
Jazmine decides to enter politics by running for school president. Meanwhile, Curtis and Ella enroll in an art class together.
Part 1 of 2. CJ's life turns topsy-turvy upon the shocking discovery that he may have fathered another child. Meanwhile, Malik raises concerns when he keeps company with the wrong crowd.
Conclusion. The discovery that CJ may have fathered another child remains a family issue.
Janine returns with friends in tow, only to pilfer from the Payne home. Elsewhere, Calvin shapes up to participate in a marathon.
The Paynes journey to Florida sans Calvin, who stays at home---only to throw a house party. But a fire just might snuff out Calvin's party plans.
Ella is arrested when she's a victim of mistaken identity. Elsewhere, Calvin fumbles in his attempts to cram for college tests.
Curtis wheels, deals and spiels in order to get out of jury duty. Elsewhere, Malik designs his Internet profile and plunges into the computer-dating pool.
CJ finds that everyone wants to set him up with someone. Tension between Angel and Calvin grows, and an HIV-positive woman volunteers at the Help Center.
Curtis is unnerved about having to undergo a colonoscopy. Elsewhere, Calvin woos an HIV-positive woman.
Jazmine "rescues" a hamster from her school and Mrs. Jamieson, the assistant principal, comes to the Payne household to investigate. Malik finds out the truth behind the hamster, and he and Jazmine form a pact to keep it a secret. But when Calvin becomes involved, the whole situation spirals into mayhem.
A nasty storm hits Atlanta, overwhelming the firehouse. The chaos proves contagious as C.J., Ella and Claretha miscommunicate about retrieving the kids from school---a mix-up that leads to sparks flying between C.J. and the assistant principal.
Part 1 of 2. A neighbor moves in with the Paynes after a fire renders his home uninhabitable, but the man soon emerges as an annoying houseguest. Elsewhere, Calvin finds romance---with a con artist.
Tension escalates between Curtis and Mr. Brown, a Payne houseguest in the wake of his home fire. Meanwhile, Malik gets a tattoo and comes to regret that decision.
Following Pop Brown's funeral, Brown, Cora and Will head to the Payne household. Brown is upset over the fact that Pop Brown left him his beat-up house, which makes him think that his father hated him. Meanwhile, after a bad date, Calvin starts his own dating website, shesawhack.com, but it quickly backfires.
C.J. has a date with Nicole, who tells him she's waiting until marriage to have sex. Elsewhere, Jazmine cheats on a math test.
CJ tries to balance going out on a date with Nicole and having a father-daughter day with Jazmine. Elsewhere, Jazmine reinvents her look in an effort to woo Malik's pal Kevin.
Jazmine, worried that her father's newfound romance will rip apart their family, plots to break CJ and Nicole up. Elsewhere, Curtis is tasked to clean the attic, but the old items stir sentimental memories---and keep him from throwing anything away.
Curtis is unwittingly roped into helping a bank robber. Meanwhile, Malik must craft a documentary for a school assignment.
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.
CJ and Nicole's budding romance hits a bump when CJ's old friend resurfaces, stirring up jealousy in Nicole. Meanwhile, the Payne children push to get a pooch.
While an really cool kid from New York City comes and strikes up a friendship with Malik, Curtis set out to purchase a motorcycle but he needs to tap into his retirement fund to do so.
Curtis gears up to buy a motorcycle---but he needs to tap into his retirement nest egg to do so. Meanwhile, an ultracool kid from New York City arrives and strikes up a friendship with Malik.
An angry Ella boots Curtis out of the house in the wake of his self-indulgent motorcycle purchase. Holed up at the firehouse, Curtis seeks Ella's forgiveness. Meanwhile, CJ and Nicole's relationship is severely tested.
Malik and his buddy Kyle attend a court hearing for their motorcycle accident.
CJ's new apartment may be more than what he can handle. Ella's kindness towards Janine turns into exploitation.
Ella and Curtis enjoy having their home to themselves since CJ has moved out. But will a break in at CJ's apartment change all this.
Curtis' Christmas spirit disappears after his planned trip to Hawaii is canceled. But Madea steps in to teach Curtis what the holidays are all about.
While Curtis and his fire company engaged in a raging blaze, but when Calvin tries to prove himself during the fire which results in a perilous situation. Meanwhile, young Malik tries to act smooth with a girl while chatting on the phone.
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.
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.
Curtis sets his friend Jimmy up with Claretha; CJ has a stalker.
The Paynes appear on a local reality show.
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.
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.
Payne family ties are tested upon Janine's return home, as young Malik is taunted by his classmates because of his troubled mother.
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.
Curtis has been left alone at the firehouse with a pregnant woman who is in labor, as the crew goes on a call. Meanwhile, Tracie and Calvin's relationship wilts after she challenges his maturity level.
Tracie provides shocking news to Calvin, as he tried to prove his worth. Meanwhile, Jazmine refuses to see a dentist despite her painful toothache.
Janine's former drug dealer arrives seeking owed money, causing an unsettled Curtis to consider buying a handgun for safety. Elsewhere, bullying at school is wearing down Malik.
The Payne's welcome their niece Renee when she arrives in town for a scholarship interview. Meanwhile, Bart's nephew challenges Malik in a firefighting contest while visiting the fire station.
Jazmine is scheduled for surgery when she has an appendix attack. Meanwhile, Curtis is on the hunt for a pesky rat which is roaming the firehouse.
The Payne's fear Janine has returned to her old habits when she starts acting in a bizarre behavior and returns home with a black eye. Also, Malik wants to purchase a new pair of sneakers.
Curtis can't take much more when Ella comes down with the flu and is left in charge of cleaning, cooking and care for Malik, CJ and Janine, who also catch the bug. Meanwhile, Jazmine lands the lead role as a princess in a play.
A dinner invitation from a female counselor causes a mix up for Calvin. Meanwhile, Curtis is excited over a poker party to be held at the firehouse, that is, unless he needs to stay home and watch the kids.
A woman causes complications at a wedding when she eyes CJ, who has his sites set on Janine. Meanwhile, some of Calvin's friends offer to help at the firehouse.
A night together for CJ and Janine leads to an interrogation by the Payne family. Also, a jealous husband believes that Curtis has romantic feelings for his wife.
Ella, believing that Curtis is taking her for advantage, causes a bump in their marriage. But things get worse when Madia ends up in one of Curtis' dreams. Meanwhile, Malik hopes to woo a cheerleader by becoming a football hero.
Janine dates an ex-football star, while CJ goes out with Tanya, as CJ is amazed to see Janine's date giving out lavish gifts to Malik and Jazmine. Meanwhile, Jazmine is plagued with odor problems.
The Payne family dinner will be graced by Malik's new girlfriend, and Miranda, who had ripped off Calvin in a previous romance but insists she has reformed.
Game night at the house finds the men challenging the women. Playing tonight besides the Payne's is Calvin and CJ's girlfriends, along with Janine's boyfriend and Ella's longtime friend. But the fun ends when a secret is exposed.
A lump in her breast sends Ella to the hospital for an examination. Meanwhile, Calvin sees a crime being committed in the neighborhood.
Janine wants to reveal a secret to CJ and the kids, while Calvin has some stunning news of his own concerning his education.
Malik's best friend Kevin is injured by a hit and run driver. Meanwhile, Calvin is hired for a most unusual job.
Curtis is offered a fire chief's job in Los Angeles, but Ella is against the move. Meanwhile, Tanya's over assertive girlfriend has a run in with CJ.
The Payne's are torn apart by a moral dilemma when $50,000 is found in CJ's truck.
Tanya is questioned by CJ after she appears in a racy music video. Meanwhile, the Payne's home is used for a stakeout as the FBI keeps an eye on their neighbor.
Calvin is causing friction within the house with his late nights and domestic irresponsibility, which makes him move in with his girlfriend. Meanwhile, one of Claretha's most prized possessions is damaged when Malik and Jazmine are hired to clean her house.
Janine's mother has left her husband and is coming to live with the Paynes, bringing along her pushy attitude and insensitive remarks. Meanwhile, Janine's pregnancy is becoming all too obvious.
An abuse victim receives support from Ella and Claretha. Meanwhile, Keenan's bachelor party features a stripper which exceeds expectations.
Revelations of Janine's pregnancy causes a stir when she and CJ attend a party with their dates. Curtis connects with the cable guy after his TV fades out.
Malik plans to become a cheerleader to get the phone numbers of all the girls on the squad. Meanwhile, Janine wants to take the next step with her relationship with Bryan, forcing her to bid adieu to the children.
Angel turns for advice from Ella and Claretha to better understand the guys objection of women at the firehouse. Meanwhile, Malik becomes headstrong with power after babysitting for Jazmine.
Claretha is upset when she learns her car has been stolen. Meanwhile, Calvin is mislead over the disposition of Miranda's nephew whom he has agreed to babysit, when he turns out to be a handful.
Curtis and Ella are excited about attending their college reunion until they discover that an ex-flame has written a book about the sexual activities of collegians. Meanwhile, CJ is being left in charge of a group of children by himself.
Kiki is not happy to learn that Dana is dating her brother. Also, Jazmine speaks a curse word in which she heard Curtis use.
Jazmine is jealous that Malik is going on a camping trip with the Payne men, but Ella assures her that they will have an all-girls night someday.
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.
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.
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.
Ella is going through menopause and the entire household is suffering with her.
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?
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.
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.
Ella gets an idea for a new business after she sells a bunch of cakes and cookies. Then, Malik takes up the saxaphone in hopes of impressing a girl.
A health crisis causes the Payne family to strengthen their bonds. Meanwhile, a jittery Calvin tries to make a visit by Miranda's parents a roaring success.
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.
Calvin's self doubt causes him to develop cold feet as he readies to pop a marriage proposal to Miranda. Pookie and Peanut offer a helping hand, but instead adds to his dilemma.
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.
Jazmine's teacher recommends she attends a school for the gifted after she aces an aptitude test, but the school is located in North Carolina. Elsewhere, CJ has difficulty in telling Tanya some shocking news.
Curtis seems annoyed as the Payne's prepare for Jazmine's slumber party.CJ and Janine's trip to the store for party supplies ends in chaos at the barbershop when they meet up with a robber.
Calvin's fiance meets Curtis' dad and discovers the both share an unpleasant history. A subplot for this episode includes a man who was impacted by hurricane Katrina.
When Ella assists Miranda's registration for wedding gifts, it causes Calvin and Miranda's nuptial preparation turn ugly. Ella becomes the mother in law from hell when she begins making all of Ella's choices for her, and making it worse is that Calvin agrees with her choices. Elsewhere, the kids are hopeful that CJ and Janine are reconciling after they decide to go on a date together.
As wedding complications set in as the big day approaches, Calvin and Miranda decide to attend premarital counseling. But instead of helping, the sessions raise more doubt in Miranda's mind.
Although Calvin has promised Miranda that his bachelor party would be canceled, his family and friends go on with the celebration anyways. The couple's upcoming nuptials are threatened by ensuing complications.
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.
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.
Calvin and Miranda's wedding day continues on despite a number of predicaments plaguing them.
Janine begins her labor pains, which causes confusion and mix-ups, as the double wedding of CJ and Janine, along with Calvin and Miranda, gets shifted to the hospital.
Janine slips into postpartum depression as her labor pains continue.
Miranda's shady past as a con artist comes to the forefront as she and CJ move into their new digs. Elsewhere, while at the barbershop the couple start an argument concerning the way the shop is run.
Claretha's engagement to an African prince has her being treated like a queen. Since she is moving to Africa Claretha sells her house to a new family. Meanwhile, Curtis has a fit when he finds he has a slew of parking tickets. Also, Calvin and Miranda have returned from their honeymoon; and Jazmine is off to a boarding school in North Carolina.
Malik's friend Kevin has an intimate relationship with a woman who has syphilis. C.J. counsel's Malik which leads to a misunderstanding. Meanwhile, Calvin is pressured by Miranda to be more thoughtful towards their marriage.
The Payne's are invited for dinner at the Hernadez home which leads to a culture clash. Dana's falsehood's come back to haunt her back at the barbershop.
Calvin finds himself overly fatigued after following the instructions of a doctor who is helping he and Miranda with their problem conceiving. Meanwhile, Malik is hired as a errand-boy for the barbershop, but goes too far when he gives a haircut to a customer.
Ella takes Curtis along as she enters a wellness farm, in hopes of losing some weight. While there, they meet Francois, Ella's erstwhile trainer.
CJ heads to New Jersey to interview for the fire-chief post. Curtis is elated over the prospect of the youngest Payne moving out of the home. At the barbershop, Kiki asks them to hire her brother who has just been sprung from prison.
Penut reveals that he is an illiterate. Malik attempts to teach him how to grasp the written world. Meanwhile, Kiki and Dana both have their eyes on a new handsome stylist at the barbershop.
The Hernandez's oldest child makes his return from Iraq. Meanwhile at the barbershop, Floyd discovers that his extensive time spent at the casino has come back to haunt him.
Darnell, Kiki's brother, arrives with the hope of leaving behind his life as a drug dealer. As Kiki's ex-boyfriend tries to begin some trouble, it's Darnell who comes to her aid. Meanwhile, Malik and his neighbor go out on a romantic date as they move their relationship up to the next level.
Malik and Alex agree to go out on a date, but with adult supervision. So Calvin and Mercedes are enlisted for the job. Meanwhile, Janine discovers her mother is coming for a visit, but their relationship becomes tested.
The Payne's love their annual tailgating shindig, but when Miranda finds out about Calvin and Mercedes date, she becomes ill. Meanwhile, Diego becomes agitated and starts fighting with people.
Still upset that Calvin was seen kissing Mercedes, Miranda decides to leave. While on her own she meets a woman, but there maybe more to this lady than meets the eyes.
Ella's demanding mother comes for a visit and seems to be having trouble with remembering things, causing Ella to worry she may have Alzheimer's disease. Meanwhile back at the barbershop, Floyd is shocked when his supposedly dead wife emerges.
Ella and Rosie land jobs at the mall boutique as a means of seeking their independence and financial strength. Meanwhile, Curtis and Carlos become closer with all this new found man-time together, until they start missing their wives.
Curtis may need to be careful after Ella meets a handsome and charming man at the mall. Meanwhile, Diego asks for Calvin and Miranda's help in scrutinizing Mercedes newest man.
Malik forms a new friendship with a fellow student who is being abused in the classroom because of his HIV positive status. Elsewhere, when Rosie calls out sick, Consuela is left in charge with the boutique.
The firehouse is being jeopardized by city budget cuts. But holding a big fund raising talent show, along with an appearance by Gladys Knight, could still save the firehouse and the firemen's jobs. Meanwhile, Diego is still dealing with post war anger issues.
Curtis comes up with a cost cutting method after discovering the Payne house foundation was in need of repair, but his plan goes horribly wrong. Elsewhere, Ella inches her way closer to a charmer she met at the mall. She also discovers that Curtis is not likely the man for her, at least according to a magazine quiz she took.
After making shoddy repairs on the home leaves Curtis, Ella and Malik homeless, they find they must all relocate to Calvin and Miranda's abode. Meanwhile, Floyd's beautiful daughter stops by the barbershop, creating some hair-raising drama in the process.
Miranda becomes upset with Calvin and the escapades with Mercedes, plus allowing his family to live at their house. Meanwhile, a quarrel over Ella's job has Curtis and Ella's marriage on shaky ground.
Curtis and Calvin move into the barbershop due to their marriage problems, which causes hair raising havoc in the process. Meanwhile, Floyd blows up when he learns of Zach and Olivia's act of love.
Calvin has gotten the $20,000 needed to repair his parent's house and surprises them with the check. Meanwhile, Janine reveals that CJ is in Chicago interviewing for a new job.
Calvin tries to fix the mess he is in with Miranda and the conflict only gets worse. Meanwhile, Janine, the twins and Malik are preparing to move.
Calving notices that Miranda is missing. Meanwhile, Curtis and Ella get a new housemate in Claretha.
Calvin is confronted by Miranda's mother. Meanwhile, C.J., Janine, and Jazmine come back to town.
Miranda returns with shocking news for Calvin; Claretha decides to start a home business.t
Curtis protests his retirement and the fact that C.J. will be taking over his job; Ella battles with a new pastor.
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.
It's an awkward up-and-down meeting for Calvin and Miranda when they get trapped in an elevator together, their first encounter after she asked for a divorce. Meanwhile, Curtis unwittingly takes Ella's estrogen pills.
Family and friends share their own versions of the Nativity story when Jazmine fails to appreciate the real meaning of Christmas.
Ella and Curtis finds out that their marriage is not legal
Calvin and Miranda have a pregnancy scare; Curtis and Claretha team up to make some quick cash.
Janine's mother takes over the house; Curtis's gig as the Safety Seal goes up in flames.
Ella's mother pays a visit. Elsewhere, Janine is risky and risqué when she texts a racy photo of herself to CJ.
Calvin discovers that Calvin Jr. was checked out of the hospital; Calvin and Miranda search for a place to stay.
Ella and Floyd intervene when Deshawn joins a gang. Meanwhile, household tension rises when Calvin and Miranda move in with CJ and Janine.
A teacher tries to help Deshawn by suggesting he enter the gifted program. Meanwhile, Calvin and Miranda enlist a contractor to revamp their condominium.
Bullying impacts Deshawn. Meanwhile, Miranda and Janine clash over petty issues.
CJ fails to remember Janine's three-year sober anniversary. Meanwhile, Deshawn is given an ugly outfit for school-picture day.
Tempers potentially flame up when CJ is forced to lay off firefighters because of budget cuts. Meanwhile, Calvin and Miranda are moving on up—they hope to move upstairs, stirring up household tension in the process.
Calvin and Miranda set out to throw a birthday bash for Calvin Jr. Meanwhile, Curtis and Ella square off against the homeowner association.
CJ hires Calvin, but Calvin's job performance fails to impress. Meanwhile, a bored Curtis brushes off retirement by taking up painting.
CJ investigates the firefighters' response time; Miranda struggles with her unemployment.
Ella's celeb friend arrives; Calvin is allowed supervised visits with Calvin Jr.
Janine serves as a mentor to a girl while Ella and Curtis become Deshawn's foster parents.
CJ and Janine balk when Malik gets a female roommate. Elsewhere, Claretha experiments with alternative cancer treatments.
Ella becomes director of the center; Malik gives careful thought about dropping out.
The family gets ready to have one last Sunday dinner at Curtis and Ella's.
Calvin battles for his life at the hospital. Ella's unwavering faith won't let the family get down.
Miranda takes over renovating the condo while Calvin and Deshawn bond.