
"Tyler Perry's House of Payne" is a comedy series about a multi-generational, working-class family who experience all of life's struggles with faith, love and humor. Atlanta firefighter Curtis "Pops" Payne thinks his home is his castle, but he needs a bigger moat around it. His nephew CJ and the kids invade his space for an extended stay, and his penniless son Calvin still visits regularly, mostly for mealtimes and laundry days. Luckily, Curtis has a loving wife who never gives up and keeps him from breaking down.

Calvin goes out of his way to show Laura how wonderful their marriage will be despite what went wrong in his previous marriage.

During a routine mammogram, a lump is found in Ella's breast; Malik may lose his scholarship while helping take care of the family.

C.J.'s recurring back problem forces him to face an even bigger issue.

Floyd gets an offer to buy out he and Curtis's barbecue sauce after winning a contest, but C.J. raises concerns about the family's legacy.