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The Best Episodes of Tyler Perry's House of Payne Season 2

Every episode of Tyler Perry's House of Payne Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Tyler Perry's House of Payne Season 2!

The Best Episodes of Tyler Perry's House of Payne Season 2

The show revolved around a multi-generational family living under one roof in Atlanta led by patriarch Curtis Payne and his wife Ella.

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  1. Background image for Wife Swap
    5.5/10(44 votes)

    #1 - Wife Swap

    S2:E1

    Curtis and Ella's relationship hits a bump when Ella claims that Curtis takes her for granted. Curtis learns his lesson when the always sassy Madea materializes in one of his dreams as his wife. Elsewhere, Malik takes up football in order to woo a cheerleader.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Stop Being All Funky
    5.1/10(30 votes)

    #2 - Stop Being All Funky

    S2:E2

    C.J. meets Janine's new boyfriend, Bryan and becomes jealous when Bryan spoils the kids with expensive gifts.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  3. Background image for Guess Who Is Coming to Dinner
    5.6/10(24 votes)

    #3 - Guess Who Is Coming to Dinner

    S2:E3

    As Malik invites his new girlfriend to a Payne family dinner, Calvin again woos Miranda, who ripped him off during a previous romance but now insists she's changed her ways. Miranda's acceptance back into the Payne house is slow at first, but eventually she charms her way back. Meanwhile, Malik's new girlfriend has a surprise that beats Miranda's return. Will the Paynes ever have a normal day?

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  4. Background image for Game Over
    5.1/10(28 votes)

    #4 - Game Over

    S2:E4

    The men and women prepare for game night at the Payne house. Meanwhile, Ella's old college friend comes to visit, and she brings with her an old secret about her and Curtis that upsets Ella. The secret also sparks an argument among all the younger couples. The Payne house has never been so heated.

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    Director:Unknown
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  5. Background image for Crazy in Love
    5.8/10(27 votes)

    #5 - Crazy in Love

    S2:E5

    Curtis' womanizing friend Jimmy, who sponges off women, charms Claretha. Meanwhile C.J. has to deal with an all too grateful woman after saving her life - much to the amusement of his fellow firefighters.

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    Director:Unknown
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  6. Background image for Time to Clean House
    5.2/10(20 votes)

    #6 - Time to Clean House

    S2:E6

    The family has had it with Calvin's shenanigans, so they lay down some house rules. Calvin decides to move in with his girlfriend, who finds out just how dependent he is. Meanwhile, Malik and Jazmine help Claretha clean house.

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    Director:Unknown
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    5.0/10(19 votes)

    #7 - Living with Liz

    S2:E7

    Janine's mother, Liz, comes for a surprise visit, but she brings with her an attitude that needs readjusting. Fortunately, the Paynes are all about readjusting attitudes, especially Curtis. The Paynes discover that Janine's father threw Liz out of the house, so they attempt to bring the two back together. Meanwhile, Janine's having a hard time hiding that she's pregnant.

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    Director:Unknown
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  9. Background image for Aches and Paynes
    5.3/10(19 votes)

    #8 - Aches and Paynes

    S2:E8

    Jazmine reveals her fear of visiting the dentist when she develops a painful toothache. Meanwhile, Calvin is devastated once he receives the news that Tracie wants to see other people and end their relationship.

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    Director:Unknown
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  10. Background image for It's a Boy
    4.7/10(20 votes)

    #9 - It's a Boy

    S2:E9

    While the crew responds to an emergency call, Curtis finds himself all alone at the firehouse with a very pregnant woman. Meanwhile, Calvin and Tracie's relationship begins to wilt when Tracie questions if Calvin's ready for a mature relationship.

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    Director:Unknown
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    4.2/10(24 votes)

    #10 - The Big Bang Theory

    S2:E10

    Blue, Janine's former drug dealer, demands that he receives the money that she owes him or he will threaten to harm the family. Meanwhile, another bully at Malik's school starts to harass him. But he finds Curtis' gun in the closet and soon believes that he's found the answer to his problem.

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    Director:Unknown
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  12. Background image for Step It Up
    4.2/10(22 votes)

    #11 - Step It Up

    S2:E11

    Curtis and Ella's niece comes to town for a scholarship interview, but her appearance and attitude hurt her chances of getting it. Aunt Ella and Janine help her work the judges, but it's them that end up learning a lesson. Meanwhile, Bart's obnoxious nephew hangs out at the firehouse and challenges Malik to a firefighter battle.

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    3.7/10(19 votes)

    #12 - Expectations

    S2:E12

    Janine, CJ and their respective dates attend a party, but revelations about Janine's pregnancy cause complications. Elsewhere, when the TV fades out, Curtis connects with the cable guy.

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    3.6/10(19 votes)

    #13 - Cheers

    S2:E13

    Malik tries out for cheer leading to obtain the girls' phone numbers but things backfire when he becomes the only male cheerleader. A pregnant Janine packs to move in with Bryan.

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    Writer:Unknown
  15. Background image for Can I Get a Witness?
    4.3/10(21 votes)

    #14 - Can I Get a Witness?

    S2:E14

    Ella heads to the hospital after a lump is found in her breast. She confides in Janine but hides it from the rest of the family. Meanwhile, another crisis develops when Calvin witnesses a neighborhood crime, and is urged to go under witness protection.

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  16. Background image for Commencement Day
    5.6/10(27 votes)

    #15 - Commencement Day

    S2:E15

    Janine asks Ella to keep her new-found pregnancy a secret. Meanwhile Calvin is going to graduate, but finds out he won't and delays telling Curtis about it.

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  17. Background image for A Shock to the System
    5.3/10(24 votes)

    #16 - A Shock to the System

    S2:E16

    Malik's best friend, Kevin gets into an accident while staying at the Payne's house. Malik fears losing his best friend. Meanwhile, Calvin gets a new job, but gets fired after insulting his boss, and starts working at the barbershop.

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  18. Background image for Moral Dilemma
    5.4/10(27 votes)

    #17 - Moral Dilemma

    S2:E17

    When $50,000 is found in CJ's truck, a moral dilemma about what to do with the cash begins tearing the Paynes apart. Of course, Curtis wants it as payment for housing CJ's family, but the Paynes can always rely on Ella to lead them to do the right thing.

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  19. Background image for Sex, Lies and Videotapes
    4.0/10(24 votes)

    #18 - Sex, Lies and Videotapes

    S2:E18

    CJ corners Tanya when he sees a too revealing video of her.

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  20. Background image for The Beat Down
    4.4/10(24 votes)

    #19 - The Beat Down

    S2:E19

    Ella and Claretha help a fellow churchgoer who has an abusive boyfriend. Meanwhile, Delante has 2 girlfriends and bites off more than he can chew.

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    4.6/10(26 votes)

    #20 - Respect Me

    S2:E20

    Angel is fed up with the boorish behavior of her fellow firefighters and complains. But when they no longer treat her as one of the guys she feels excluded. Ella and Malik put a stop to Jasmine's prank.

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  22. Background image for Trial By Fire Pt. 2
    4.6/10(25 votes)

    #21 - Trial By Fire Pt. 2

    S2:E21

    Curtis and his team continue to strategize the best way in order to rescue C.J., who remains trapped in the burning house unconscious. Meanwhile, Malik continues to win over his new crush, Taylor.

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    4.0/10(24 votes)

    #22 - Trial By Fire Pt. 3

    S2:E22

    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.

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  24. Background image for Crazy in Love
    3.8/10(22 votes)

    #23 - Crazy in Love

    S2:E23

    Curtis' old friend sets his sights on Claretha, and Ella doesn't it like it one bit. Curtis must choose between pleasing his wife, or staying cool with his friend. Meanwhile, C.J. is stalked by a woman he rescued.

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    3.6/10(28 votes)

    #24 - Reality Check

    S2:E24

    The firehouse becomes the subject of a reality show titled “Sparks,” but the firefighters get burned when the host manipulates their interviews. Elsewhere, Ella takes the children to visit Janine---without CJ's consent.

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  26. Background image for Piece of Mind
    5.2/10(32 votes)

    #25 - Piece of Mind

    S2:E25

    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.

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Wife Swap" is the best rated episode of "Tyler Perry's House of Payne" season 2. It scored 5.5/10 based on 44 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/5/2008. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Stop Being All Funky".