Season 9

2021 · 22 episodes

Episodes

1WhiplashWhile recovering from his injuries, C.J. comes under investigation for his conduct during the fire, and Lisa feels judged by Malik's family.
2A Payneful LessonCalvin tries to impress Laura by cooking her an elegant meal, and C.J. resists his family's attempts to help him while he recuperates.
3All Lumped TogetherElla receives alarming news after a routine mammogram, and Malik is in danger of losing his scholarship after he's had to shoulder the responsibilities of his household.
4Back That Thang UpCalvin and Floyd help Ella around the house, C.J. seeks alternative treatments for his back problems, and a car robbery takes everyone by surprise.
5Sauce BossesC.J. tries to talk Floyd out of selling the family barbecue sauce recipe, and Calvin grows concerned when he learns Miranda wants to buy a gun for protection.
6Missing Mustard SeedsCurtis puts Ellas’ big day in peril and Malik takes a class that doesn’t go over well with the family.
7In the Hot SeatAs Calvin and Laura prepare for premarital counseling, Curtis steps in to give them relationship advice of his own, which leaves the couple at odds with each other.
8KarenCalvin's life is turned upside down when a white woman posts false theft accusations against him on social media, and C.J. is disappointed to learn that Malik doesn't vote.
9Me Against the WorldElla plans a family game night, but things get awkward when Miranda shows up to the party, and Clarence suspects Floyd is trolling him online.
10Pow Wow at the PaynesAfter a police shooting at a music festival, Malik joins a protest to demand the release of bodycam footage, and Ella tries to be supportive of Lisa's jewelry-making ambitions.
11Bearer of Bad NewsElla steps in as mediator when Miranda refuses to allow her son to participate in Calvin and Laura's upcoming wedding, and C.J. worries that Lisa may have betrayed Malik.
12Fake NewslettersThings get ugly between Curtis and C.J. as they face off against each other in a contentious local election, and Ella tries her hand as a life coach to Lisa.
13Home InvadersElla's house is turned upside down thanks to a termite problem, and Malik tries to take control when his living situation with Lisa gets increasingly frustrating.
14DNAin’tFloyd arranges genetic testing for the family to prove he has superior African DNA, and Calvin prepares Malik for his upcoming road trip across the country with Lisa.
15Stop Shop and RollFloyd leads a home safety training session for the family, Ella covers up her online shopping addiction, and Lisa bets Malik that he can't stay off his phone for 24 hours.
16Paynefully HonestCalvin and Miranda struggle to navigate coparenting with Laura in the picture, and Ella plans an intimate night to reconnect with Curtis.
17Wondering PrinceC.J.'s excited about his high school reunion, but his Prince versus Stevie Wonder debate with Floyd and Calvin may cost him his caterer, and Lisa teaches Miranda how to navigate dating apps.
18A Little DisciplineMiranda flies off the handle when she learns Laura disciplined Christian, and Malik is conflicted when he suspects his prospective employer is racist.
19A Payneful CompromiseCalvin, C.J. and Ella join forces to help Floyd get in better shape after finding out he is prediabetic, and Calvin grows increasingly frustrated with Miranda's frequent visits.
20Fine WineCalvin assures his skeptical family he's ready to give up his playboy ways and settle down for good with Laura, but an encounter with a beautiful realtor tests his resolve.
21The First DayC.J. obsesses over being in tip-top shape for his first day back at work, and Miranda's request for more child support interferes with Calvin's and Laura's extravagant wedding plans.
22Payneful SufferingIn preparation for Janine's early return home, Lisa insists on making a special dinner to impress her, Curtis and Ella catch wind of damaging family drama, and C.J. receives unexpected news.