Tyler Perry’s House of Payne

Tyler Perry’s House of Payne is an American comedy-drama TV series crafted and produced by the multi-talented Tyler Perry, known for his work as a playwright, director, and producer. The narrative centers on a multi-generational family residing together in Atlanta, headed by the family patriarch Curtis Payne and his wife Ella. The series first aired in syndication on June 21, 2006, and later, new episodes were exclusively shown on TBS from June 6, 2007, to August 10, 2012. Although it is primarily a comedy sitcom, House of Payne is notable for addressing serious themes such as substance abuse and addiction, alongside its slapstick humor. The show features a serialized storyline, with numerous references to previous episodes, creating an ongoing narrative arc.

House of Payne holds the record for airing more episodes than any other television series with a predominantly African American cast, surpassing iconic shows like The Jeffersons, Family Matters, and The Cosby Show.