TV Guide: Denise Burse

Help Wanted

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 15:00:00 -0500

Thu Dec 24 03:00 PM TBS Still reeling from Calvin's kiss with Mercedes, Miranda decides to head out on her own. During her time alone, she happens upon a woman---but there may be more to the lady than meets the eye.

Til Payne Do We Part

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 22:00:00 -0500

Wed Dec 23 10:00 PM TBS 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.

Oh Christmas Payne---Part 1

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 21:00:00 -0500

Wed Dec 23 09:00 PM TBS Part 1 of 2. In a holiday episode, young Jazmine learns the meaningful values of Christmas when her family and friends relate the Nativity story.

Surprise, Surprise

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 20:00:00 -0500

Wed Dec 23 08:00 PM TBS 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. Tyler Perry directed the episode.

Old Lady Paynes

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 15:30:00 -0500

Wed Dec 23 03:30 PM TBS When Ella's demanding mother arrives, the elder exhibits a lapse of memory, causing Ella to worry that she has Alzheimer's disease. Meanwhile, there's a hair-raising quandary at the barbershop when Floyd's supposedly dead first wife emerges.

Paul Mall

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 15:00:00 -0500

Wed Dec 23 03:00 PM TBS Curtis had better watch out: Ella is introduced to a charming and handsome man at the mall. Elsewhere, Diego enlists Calvin and Miranda to scrutinize Mercedes' new beau.

Marriage Paynes

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:30:00 -0500

Tue Dec 22 03:30 PM TBS The couples attend a marriage retreat---but unfortunately it's Miranda who retreats from Calvin when she requests a divorce. In addition, Claretha and Floyd team up to babysit the twins.

Payne, Payne Go Away

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:00:00 -0500

Tue Dec 22 03:00 PM TBS It's a revolving door at the Payne house when CJ, Janine and the children move out, and Floyd in turn moves in because of his divorce. Then there's Jazmine. The youngster, feeling ignored and jealous, makes the choice to run away.

Parental Payne

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:30:00 -0500

Mon Dec 21 03:30 PM TBS Calvin corners Miranda when he suspects she had an abortion. Elsewhere, Malik shows off his acting chops when he scores a role in a school production, but an interracial kiss in the play soon becomes an issue. Kim Fields directed the episode.

Recurring Paynes

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:00:00 -0500

Mon Dec 21 03:00 PM TBS Miranda remains missing, with Calvin emerging as a suspect in her vanishing. Meanwhile, CJ, Janine and Jazmine return, hoping to stay with Curtis and Ella. And a secret is unearthed regarding Curtis's forced retirement. Valarie Pettiford guest stars. Kim Fields directed the episode.

Where's the Payne?

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:30:00 -0500

Fri Dec 18 03:30 PM TBS A forced retirement for Curtis creates obstacles, but the drama spikes when Miranda goes missing. Elsewhere, Claretha returns sans husband and moves in with Curtis and Ella. Kim Fields directed the episode.

Payne Speaking

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:00:00 -0500

Fri Dec 18 03:00 PM TBS A sour Curtis strongly objects to his forced retirement, a situation that turns worse when CJ is poised to take the job. Meanwhile, Ella tangles with a new pastor when he discontinues an HIV church program.

Wigging Out

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:30:00 -0500

Thu Dec 17 03:30 PM TBS A missing Miranda at long last reappears---but she arrives with stunning news. Meanwhile, a packed home drives Curtis bonkers, especially when houseguest Claretha launches a home business.

It's a Boy

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:00:00 -0500

Thu Dec 17 03:00 PM TBS 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.

Your Wife's a Payne

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 21:30:00 -0500

Wed Dec 16 09:30 PM TBS 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.

Casa De Payne

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 21:00:00 -0500

Wed Dec 16 09:00 PM TBS 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; Calvin and Miranda return from their honeymoon; and Jazmine journeys to a boarding school in North Carolina.

More Than Meets the Eye

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 20:30:00 -0500

Wed Dec 16 08:30 PM TBS CJ is downcast 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. Tyler Perry directed the episode.

A Shock to the System

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 20:00:00 -0500

Wed Dec 16 08:00 PM TBS Malik's best pal, Kevin (Kyre Batiste-Loftin), is injured in a hit-and-run accident. In other events, Calvin scores a job at a most unusual place.

Home Alone

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:30:00 -0500

Wed Dec 16 03:30 PM TBS It's domestic bliss for Ella and Curtis, whose home is at last their own after CJ moves out. However, a robbery at CJ's apartment may change all that.

Teacher's Pet

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:00:00 -0500

Wed Dec 16 03:00 PM TBS When Jazmine absconds with the class hamster, the school's attractive assistant principal (Robinne Lee) pays a visit to the Payne home to investigate. Before long, young Malik develops a crush on the woman.

True Lies

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:30:00 -0500

Tue Dec 15 03:30 PM TBS Malik and his bud Kevin (Kyre Batiste-Loftin) consider skipping school with two girls. Elsewhere, Calvin's pal Peanut (Clayton English) concocts a nutty plan to impress a woman: He professes to own the barbershop and poses as a Payne family member.

Unsung Heroes

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:00:00 -0500

Tue Dec 15 03:00 PM TBS Calvin and his posse decide to throw a surprise bash for a buddy returning from the Iraq War. Elsewhere, Malik pens an essay on a role model---but who will be his subject?

And Justice for All

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:30:00 -0500

Mon Dec 14 03:30 PM TBS 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.

The Wench Who Saved Christmas

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:00:00 -0500

Mon Dec 14 03:00 PM TBS In a holiday-themed installment, Curtis spirals into a Scrooge-like conniption when his highly anticipated trip to Hawaii is canceled. Enter sassy, brassy Madea (Tyler Perry), who teaches Curtis the true meaning of the holidays. Perry also directed the episode.

Funny Valentines

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 17:30:00 -0500

Sun Dec 13 05:30 PM BET

The Juror

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 03:40:00 -0500

Sat Dec 12 03:40 AM CINEMAX

Paternity and Fraternity

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:00:00 -0500

Fri Dec 11 03:00 PM TBS 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.