Tyler Perry's House of Payne (season 6)

The sixth season of the Tyler Perry's House of Payne began airing on November 4, 2009, and concluded on June 30, 2010. It stars LaVan Davis as Curtis Payne, Cassi Davis as Ella Payne, Allen Payne as CJ Payne, Lance Gross as Calvin Payne, Demetria McKinney as Janine Payne and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda Payne. Larramie "Doc" Shaw, who play as Malik Payne, appears infrequently this season due to scheduling conflicts with two other shows he starred in, The Suite Life on Deck and Pair of Kings. This season also features the return of China Anne McClain as Jazmine Payne and Denise Burse as Claretha Jenkins, and consists of 46 episodes. This season uses film lookout throughout the all episodes.

Tyler Perry's House of Payne
Season 6
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Country of originUnited States
No. of episodes46
Release
Original networkTBS
Original releaseNovember 4, 2009 (2009-11-04) 
June 30, 2010 (2010-06-30)
Season chronology

Episodes

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1271"Where's the Payne?"Kim FieldsSteve CoulterNovember 4, 2009 (2009-11-04)601

Curtis' forced retirement creates obstacles, but the drama spikes when Miranda suddenly goes missing; Claretha returns without her husband and moves in with Curtis and Ella.

Note: This episode marks the return of Claretha Jenkins (Denise Burse).

Absent: Allen Payne as C.J., Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, Demetria McKinney as Janine and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
1282"Recurring Paynes"Kim FieldsRobin M. HenryNovember 4, 2009 (2009-11-04)602

With Miranda still missing, her mother storms over to the Paynes', blames Calvin for the disappearance, and calls the police on him. Meanwhile, a secret about Curtis' forced retirement is revealed; C.J., Janine, and Jazmine return, hoping to move back in; and Jazmine has changed since attending a school for gifted children.

Guest star: Valarie Pettiford as Sandra Lucas

Note: Keshia Knight Pulliam was uncredited for this episode. However, she appears in the closing moments of the episode. This episode marks the return of Jazmine Payne (China Anne McClain). This episode marks the return of C.J. Payne (Allen Payne) who was absent for eighteen episodes in the fifth season.

Absent: Denise Burse as Claretha
1293"Wigging Out"Kim FieldsDon WoodardNovember 11, 2009 (2009-11-11)603

Miranda finally returns and tells Calvin there is no baby. Despite all his efforts, Miranda refuses to let him stay in the condo, so he must move back in with Curtis and Ella. Meanwhile, Claretha decides to start a home business.

Absent: Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik and China Anne McClain as Jazmine
1304"Payne Speaking"Kim FieldsDon WoodardNovember 11, 2009 (2009-11-11)604

Curtis protests his retirement at City Hall and C.J. tells him he's taking his job at the firehouse. Meanwhile, Ella battles the innovative new pastor's plans to shut down the Help Center to make way for a new multimedia outreach program.

Guest star: James Black as Reverend Jordan

Absent: Denise Burse as Claretha, Lance Gross as Calvin, Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
1315"Parental Payne"Kim FieldsBrian EgestonNovember 18, 2009 (2009-11-18)605

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

Absent: Allen Payne as C.J., Denise Burse as Claretha, Demetria McKinney as Janine and China Anne McClain as Jazmine
1326"Payne, Payne Go Away"Kim FieldsErika Kaestle and Stacey Evans MorganNovember 18, 2009 (2009-11-18)606

C.J., Janine, and the children move out of the Paynes'--and Floyd moves in after his divorce. Jazmine, feeling ignored and jealous, runs away.

Absent: Denise Burse as Claretha, Lance Gross as Calvin and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
1337"Marriage Paynes"Kim FieldsDaniel Beaty and Stacey Evans MorganNovember 25, 2009 (2009-11-25)607

All 3 Payne couples (Curtis and Ella, C.J. and Janine, and Calvin and Miranda) go on an eye-opening marriage retreat, and Claretha and Floyd must babysit the twins. At the retreat's end, Miranda asks Calvin for a divorce.

Absent: Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik and China Anne McClain as Jazmine
1348"Ms. Curtis"Kim FieldsSpencer GilbertDecember 2, 2009 (2009-12-02)608

Calvin and Miranda get trapped in an elevator together, a chance to overcome their marriage problems before they reach the dreaded "33rd Floor." Meanwhile, Curtis unwittingly takes Ella's estrogen pills.

Absent: Denise Burse as Claretha, Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik and Demetria McKinney as Janine
1359"Oh, Christmas Payne"Chip HurdBrian Egeston & Torian HughesDecember 9, 2009 (2009-12-09)609

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

Goof: Ella refers to Curtis being teased at his retirement roast--which is yet to happen in the upcoming episode "How Do You Like Your Roast?".

Special Guest stars: David Mann as Mr. Brown and Tamela Mann as Cora Simmons
13610"Til Payne Do We Part"Chip HurdAdam SzymkowiczDecember 23, 2009 (2009-12-23)610

Curtis and Ella are shocked to learn that they're not legally married; Claretha and Floyd convince them to enjoy single life.

Guest star: Judith Scott as Prudence

Absent: Allen Payne as C.J., Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, China Anne McClain as Jazmine, Demetria McKinney as Janine and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
13711"Payneful Reunion"Chip HurdTorian HughesMarch 3, 2010 (2010-03-03)611

When Ella tries to arrange a family reunion, a chagrined Jazmine opposes the idea of connecting with her extended family, so Curtis and Ella try to teach her about honoring her heritage.

Absent: Allen Payne as C.J., Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, Denise Burse as Claretha, Demetria McKinney as Janine and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
13812"From the Mouths of Babes"Kim FieldsLisa Michelle PaytonMarch 3, 2010 (2010-03-03)612

The birth-control issue divides C.J. and Janine; Calvin and Miranda spend a day of surprises with Jazmine.

Absent: Cassi Davis as Ella, Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik and Denise Burse as Claretha
13913"Blackout X 3"Kim FieldsAdam SzymkowiczMarch 10, 2010 (2010-03-10)613

A blackout sheds light on all 3 Payne couples when it takes Curtis, CJ and Calvin from their televised football game and gives them spontaneous quality time with their wives.

Absent: China Anne McClain as Jazmine, Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik and Denise Burse as Claretha
14014"Lady Sings the Blues"Chip HurdSteve Coulter & Don WoodardMarch 10, 2010 (2010-03-10)614

The Paynes worry that the newly-happy Janine might be returning to drugs when her former dealer Blue, returns; Curtis becomes captivated by Japanese culture.

Absent: Lance Gross as Calvin, Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, Denise Burse as Claretha and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
14115"Something's Brewing"Chip HurdDon Woodard & Steve CoulterMarch 17, 2010 (2010-03-17)615

Janine cares for her dying former dealer, jeopardizing her relationship with C.J.; Floyd and Curtis launch a beer-brewing business. While at the help center C.J. and Janine pray that Blue will be led to Heaven while dying.

Absent: Lance Gross as Calvin, Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, China Anne McClain as Jazmine, Denise Burse as Claretha and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
14216"Seal of Approval"Chip HurdRobin M. Henry & Don WoodardMarch 17, 2010 (2010-03-17)616

Malik's decision to join the ROTC upsets Janine; the fire department hires Curtis--just not in the capacity he expected.

Absent: Lance Gross as Calvin, Denise Burse as Claretha and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
14317"Payneful Pie"Chip HurdKellie Zimmerman-GreenMarch 24, 2010 (2010-03-24)617

Ella breaks news that creates a downturn in Curtis' financial plans. Elsewhere, Calvin squares off against Miranda's critical mother.

Guest star: Valarie Pettiford as Sandra Lucas

Absent: Allen Payne as C.J., Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, Denise Burse as Claretha, China Anne McClain as Jazmine and Demetria McKinney as Janine
14418"How Do You Like Your Roast?"Chip HurdRobin M. Henry & Steve CoulterMarch 24, 2010 (2010-03-24)618

Curtis is the man of honor at a surprise retirement party, but the event doesn't go well as planned; Jazmine experiences her first crush.

Absent: Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, Denise Burse as Claretha and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
14519"Curtis Sings the Blues"Chip HurdRobin M. Henry & Don WoodardMarch 31, 2010 (2010-03-31)619

Curtis spirals into a depressive funk following successive life-altering events, but he gets support from an unlikely source. Elsewhere, Calvin and Miranda compete against C.J. and Janine in a bid for a weekend getaway.

Guest star: Ben Vereen as Clarence

Absent: Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, Denise Burse as Claretha and China Anne McClain as Jazmine
14620"Firestorm"Chip HurdTorian HughesMarch 31, 2010 (2010-03-31)620

During a fire routine, a fireman dies under C.J.'s authority and he blames himself. Meanwhile, Ella studies a book at school and recommends it to Miranda and Claretha.

Absent: Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, Lance Gross as Calvin and China Anne McClain as Jazmine
14721"Heartbeat"Chip HurdBrian EgestonApril 7, 2010 (2010-04-07)621

A pregnancy scare upends Calvin and Miranda's world. Elsewhere, Curtis' sales scheme lands him in trouble with the law.

Absent: Allen Payne as C.J., Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, Demetria McKinney as Janine and China Anne McClain as Jazmine
14822"Through the Fire"Chip HurdRobin M. HenryApril 7, 2010 (2010-04-07)622

Janine's mother arrives to a downcast C.J.'s immense annoyance. Elsewhere, Curtis guest-stars on a morning TV show.

Guest star: Anne-Marie Johnson as Liz Shelton

Absent: Lance Gross as Calvin, Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, Denise Burse as Claretha and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
14923"The Bible: King Payne's Version"Chip HurdDon WoodardApril 14, 2010 (2010-04-14)623

Ella futilely tries to fit in with college-age peers in her study group; Curtis offers his own unique spin on religion when he teaches at Jazmine's Bible school.

Absent: Allen Payne as C.J., Lance Gross as Calvin, Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, Denise Burse as Claretha, Demetria McKinney as Janine and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
15024"Matured Investment"Chip HurdTorian HughesApril 14, 2010 (2010-04-14)624

A different side of Calvin blossoms when he cares for Calvin Jr. Elsewhere, new neighbors arrive--with unique notions on relationships.

Guest stars: Richard Lawson as Mitch and Vanessa Bell Calloway as Fiona

Absent: Allen Payne as C.J., Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, Denise Burse as Claretha, China Anne McClain as Jazmine and Demetria McKinney as Janine
15125"Who's Your Daddy Now?"Chip HurdBrian EgestonApril 21, 2010 (2010-04-21)625

C.J. at long last meets his birth father, bit the surprise has unexpected results; Curtis helps Jazmine choose a musical instrument to learn.

Guest star: William Katt as Clive James

Absent: Lance Gross as Calvin, Denise Burse as Claretha, Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
15226"Feet of Clay"Chip HurdDon WoodardApril 21, 2010 (2010-04-21)626

Curtis' old pal Big Jesse, resurfaces, but he has seriously changed. Meanwhile, Calvin works to awe a nursery-school recruiter in the hopes of getting his child enrolled.

Guest star: J. Anthony Brown as Big Jesse

Absent: Allen Payne as C.J., Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, Denise Burse as Claretha, China Anne McClain as Jazmine and Demetria McKinney as Janine
15327"Date Night x 3"Chip HurdAdam SzymkowiczApril 28, 2010 (2010-04-28)627

The Payne men are pressured to take their wives out on the town; Curtis and Ella get locked out of their home and later has dinner in the backyard.

Guest star: Brian Palermo as Phillipe

Absent: Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, Denise Burse as Claretha and China Anne McClain as Jazmine
15428"Watch the Son Shine"Chip HurdBrian Egeston & Adam SzymkowiczApril 28, 2010 (2010-04-28)628

Calvin and Ella work on a school project; Curtis gets pointers for his first post-retirement from Malik.

Absent: Allen Payne as C.J., Denise Burse as Claretha, China Anne McClain as Jazmine, Demetria McKinney as Janine and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
15529"The Drinking Game"Chip HurdKaren Felix and Don WoodardMay 5, 2010 (2010-05-05)629

Malik and his friend Kevin exploit the freedom of being home alone, but later have experience of alcohol drinking; Curtis and Ella dine at a top-notch resident but Curtis tangles with a snobby waiter.

Guest star: Brian Palermo as Phillipe

Absent: Lance Gross as Calvin, Denise Burse as Claretha, China Anne McClain as Jazmine and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
15630"Who's On Top?"Chip HurdRobin M. Henry & Torian HughesMay 5, 2010 (2010-05-05)630

C.J. meets his new boss; Floyd's ex-wife Vernita reappears, pulling Curtis and Ella into messy love-triangle drama.

Guest star: Penny Johnson Jerald as Maxine "Max" Bannon

Absent: Lance Gross as Calvin, Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, China Anne McClain as Jazmine and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
15731"Help, Help, Help"Chip HurdBrian Egeston & Robin M. HenryMay 12, 2010 (2010-05-12)631

A flood closes the help center, forcing Ella to work at home--or try to, amidst all the drama. Elsewhere, Calvin and Miranda has Calvin Jr. living with them after Tracie and her husband were in a severe auto accident which results in Tracie in a coma and her husband dead.

Absent: Allen Payne as C.J., Denise Burse as Claretha, Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, China Anne McClain as Jazmine and Demetria McKinney as Janine
15832"Stinging Payne"Chip HurdDon WoodardMay 12, 2010 (2010-05-12)632

C.J. enlists Curtis to help him set a trap for his new boss; Calvin and Miranda's financial condition worsens.

Guest star: Penny Johnson Jerald as Maxine "Max" Bannon

Absent: Cassi Davis as Ella, Denise Burse as Claretha, Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik and China Anne McClain as Jazmine
15933"Worth Fighting For"Chip HurdTorian HughesMay 19, 2010 (2010-05-19)633

Malik tries to win over an upperclassman by dueling with a bully. Meanwhile, Calvin puts into motion a plan to solve his financial problems.

Guest star: Tanisha Lynn as Tory

Absent: Denise Burse as Claretha, China Anne McClain as Jazmine and Demetria McKinney as Janine
16034"Who's Your Nanny?"Chip HurdRobin M. Henry & Adam SzymkowiczMay 19, 2010 (2010-05-19)634

Tracie announces the loss of her husband and asks Calvin and Miranda to look after Calvin Jr.; C.J. is chagrined when overworked Janine decides to hire a nanny.

Guest star: Eva Marcille as Tracie and Crystal R. Fox as C.J. & Janine's nanny/housekeeper

Absent: Denise Burse as Claretha, Cassi Davis as Ella and Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik
16135"The Chef"Chip HurdAnthony C. HillMay 26, 2010 (2010-05-26)635

Malik lies to his girlfriend that he's a gourmet chef, then asks Curtis to help him prepare something impressive. Meanwhile, Calvin's second job keeps him away from Miranda.

Guest star: Tanisha Lynn as Tory

Absent: Allen Payne as C.J., Denise Burse as Claretha, China Anne McClain as Jazmine and Demetria McKinney as Janine
16236"My Fair Curtis"Chip HurdDon WoodardMay 26, 2010 (2010-05-26)636

Hoping to win Claretha's heart, Floyd enlists Curtis and Ella's help; C.J.'s boss bombards him with advances.

Guest stars: Penny Johnson Jerald as Maxine "Max" Bannon and Brian Palermo as Phillipe

Absent: Lance Gross as Calvin, Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik, China Anne McClain as Jazmine and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
16337"Rest for the Weary"Chip HurdBrian EgestonJune 2, 2010 (2010-06-02)637

Calvin falls into peril when he takes on two jobs. Meanwhile, Janine's home life suffers when she scores a promotion.

Absent: Denise Burse as Claretha and Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik
16438"Thug Life"Chip HurdTorian HughesJune 2, 2010 (2010-06-02)638

Big Jesse reappears and inches closer to Ella, triggering jealousy in Curtis. Meanwhile, Malik faces the consequences of hanging out with some bad folks.

Guest stars: J. Anthony Brown as Big Jessie

Absent: Denise Burse as Claretha, Lance Gross as Calvin, China Anne McClain as Jazmine and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
16539"Rehabilitation"Chip HurdAdam SzymkowiczJune 9, 2010 (2010-06-09)639

C.J. protests when Malik's crime partner appears; Curtis starts a barbershop in the backyard.

Bobbi Baker as Kiki has a special appearance in this episode.

Absent: Denise Burse as Claretha, Lance Gross as Calvin and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
16640"A Payne In Need Is A Pain Indeed"Chip HurdDon WoodardJune 9, 2010 (2010-06-09)640

Tracie's unexpected visits to the house come under scrutiny; after Ms. Wilhelmina quits, C.J. and Janine enlist Curtis as babysitter.

Guest star: Eva Marcille as Tracie

Absent: Denise Burse as Claretha and Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik
16741"House Guest"Chip HurdDavid A. ArnoldJune 16, 2010 (2010-06-16)641

Ella helps a domestic abuse victim; C.J. and Jazmine anticipate for the father-daughter dance.

Guest star: Essence Atkins as Monica

Absent: Denise Burse as Claretha, Lance Gross as Calvin, Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik and Keshia Knight Pulliam as Miranda
16842"Payne Showers"Chip HurdOmega Mariaunnie Stewart and Torian HughesJune 16, 2010 (2010-06-16)642

Ella sets up a baby shower for Miranda while Curtis plans a "man shower" for Calvin.

Guest star: Essence Atkins as Monica, Eva Marcille as Tracie and Valarie Pettiford as Mrs. Lucas

Absent: Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik and China Anne McClain as Jazmine
16943"Playing With Fire"Chip HurdCarlos PortugalJune 23, 2010 (2010-06-23)643

Monica helps out around in C.J. and Janine's house. Tracie demands child support from Calvin.

Guest star: Essence Atkins as Monica and Eva Marcille as Tracie

Absent: Cassi Davis as Ella, Denise Burse as Claretha and Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik
17044"When the Payne's Away"Chip HurdKristin Topps and Don WoodardJune 23, 2010 (2010-06-23)644

C.J. and Monica goes to the movies while Janine is out of town.

Guest star: Essence Atkins as Monica

Absent: Denise Burse as Claretha and Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik
17145"Beginnings"Chip HurdMyra J.June 30, 2010 (2010-06-30)645

The family reminisce as Curtis decides to sell the Payne house.

Note: Larramie "Doc" Shaw didn't appear in this episode. However, he was credited due to his appearance in flashbacks.

Absent: Denise Burse as Claretha and Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik
17246"Payneful Resolution"Chip HurdAnthony C. HillJune 30, 2010 (2010-06-30)646

Curtis and Ella are given a lucrative offer for their house. Miranda goes into labor and is taken to the hospital. Calvin finally graduates college but is then arrested for back child support. Monica returns and tells C.J. of her new job. They then kiss before Janine finds out, leaving the episode in a cliffhanger.

Guest star: Essence Atkins as Monica

Note: Jazmine makes her final beginning with this episode.

Absent: Denise Burse as Claretha and Larramie "Doc" Shaw as Malik
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