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S2 E5 The Big 'no Substitutions Please' Episode

Comedy

9+

20 minutes

12 Oct 2003

With Big Dee Dee's pregnancy weighing heavy on her mind, Dee Dee obsesses over the fact that she's about to be replaced by the new baby, so much so, that she finds herself on Phyllis' psychiatrist couch.Featuring: Chico Benymon, Essence Atkins, Rachel True, Telma Hopkins, Valarie Pettiford

Season 2, 23 Episodes

Half & Half - The Big Mis-conception Episode (Part 1)

The Big Mis-conception Episode (Part 1),

When planning for Charles and Big DeeDee’s anniversary party, Dee Dee feels bad that Mona has spent significantly less time with her father over the years and tries to rectify the situation, only to further upset Mona.

Half & Half - The Big Mis-conception Episode (Part 2)

The Big Mis-conception Episode (Part 2),

When Big Dee Dee and Dee Dee both secretly take pregnancy tests, they’re surprised to discover that one actually turns out positive, but not nearly as surprised as the rest of the family is

Half & Half - The Big Keep Your Eyes Off My Prize Episode

The Big Keep Your Eyes Off My Prize Episode,

When Phyllis and Big Dee Dee set their daughters up with the same aspiring politician, Ron Brown (guest star Anthony Montgomery), the girls compete for his affections backed by encouragement from their mothers

Half & Half - The Big Birth-quake Episode

The Big Birth-quake Episode,

Considering that her birthday has historically been a disaster, Mona tells everyone that she doesn’t want anything special, which prompts Dee Dee, Spencer, and Adam to go shopping for gifts.

Half & Half - The Big 'no Substitutions Please' Episode

The Big 'no Substitutions Please' Episode,

With Big Dee Dee's pregnancy weighing heavy on her mind, Dee Dee obsesses over the fact that she's about to be replaced by the new baby, so much so, that she finds herself on Phyllis' psychiatrist couch.

Half & Half - The Big Forbidden Fruit Episode

The Big Forbidden Fruit Episode,

After a long dating dry spell, Phyllis reveals that she has a new man, Earl, who seems almost too perfect, but when Dee Dee discovers that Earl is married, Phyllis confesses that she already knew and must decide whether to do the right thing or her thing.

Half & Half - The Big Butting In Episode

The Big Butting In Episode,

Encouraging her mother Phyllis to get back out in the dating scene, Mona gets more than she bargained for when Phyllis decides to join Mona’s social circle and to make matters worse, Mona discovers that her mom is better at meeting men than she is.

Half & Half - The Big Foot In My Mouth Episode

The Big Foot In My Mouth Episode,

When Mona discovers a potential new talent Zora (guest star Tamyra Gray), she gets more than she bargains for when Zora makes a move on her.

Half & Half - The Big College Admission Episode

The Big College Admission Episode,

After years of claiming to be nothing more than friends, Spencer and Mona are shocked when Spencer’s cousin Chauncey is hired at Delicious Records and recalls the night in college when he caught Mona and Spencer having drunken sex

Half & Half - The Big Bitter Baby Shower Episode

The Big Bitter Baby Shower Episode,

Big Dee Dee’s baby shower turns cold when Mona feels her confidence has been betrayed after learning that Dee Dee has told her cousin Barbara (guest star Shari Headley) that Mona’s relationship problems stem from her mother’s bitterness

Half & Half - The Big How The Ex Stole Christmas Episode

The Big How The Ex Stole Christmas Episode,

When Dee Dee’s ex-boyfriend comes over for the family holiday dinner, he announces that he is getting married, and Mona warns Dee Dee against an effort to win him back

Half & Half - The Big Double Date With My Mate Episode

The Big Double Date With My Mate Episode,

When Mona gets set up on a date with Camille’s best friend Carlo (guest star Antonio Sabato Jr.), she is taken by his charm and good looks until he admits he’s actually in love with Camille

Half & Half - The Big 'you're Not The Boss Of Me' Episode

The Big 'you're Not The Boss Of Me' Episode,

When an uptight new boss (guest star MC Lyte) does some downsizing at Delicious Records, Mona and Spencer struggle to impress her and keep their jobs

Half & Half - The Big Love Is Here & Now You're Gone Episode

The Big Love Is Here & Now You're Gone Episode,

When Camille returns from a trip home to London, she contemplates leaving America and Spencer forever

Half & Half - The Big I Haven't The Vegas Idea Episode

The Big I Haven't The Vegas Idea Episode,

When Dee Dee’s formerly overweight childhood friend, Aurora, shows up with a sexy new physique, the rebounding Spencer whisks her off for a wild night in Las Vegas, but when they awake the next morning, they believe that they may have gotten married

Half & Half - The Big Labor Of Love Episode

The Big Labor Of Love Episode,

Dee Dee becomes hysterical when her mother goes into labor, while Mona remains calm; a motivational speaker (Evan Marriott) influences Charles.

Half & Half - The Big Good Help Is Hard To Fire Episode

The Big Good Help Is Hard To Fire Episode,

Mona discovers that her new vice president title comes with new, sometimes unpleasant, responsibilities as she's forced to fire her friend and assistant Adam at the request of her boss Kai.

Half & Half - The Big Practice What You Preach

The Big Practice What You Preach,

Using her womanly charm and baking skill, Phyllis competes with another female parishioner for the heart of the single and handsome Pastor Adams (guest star Clifton Davis), who is christening Big Dee Dee's new baby boy, Drew

Half & Half - The Big Employee Benefits Episode

The Big Employee Benefits Episode,

When Dee Dee and her law school rival vie for the same internship at a prestigious firm, Dee Dee resorts to dressing provocatively to gain a competitive edge and impress her potential new boss.

Half & Half - The Big Fetish What You Started Episode

The Big Fetish What You Started Episode,

When Dee Dee reluctantly rekindles a romance with her ex-boyfriend Clay (guest star Kiko Ellsworth), she wonders if he can appreciate her for more than her Jimmy Choos. Nu Soul Singer Musiq performs.

Half & Half - The Big Mother Of A Mother's Day Rides Again Episode

The Big Mother Of A Mother's Day Rides Again Episode,

When half-sisters Dee Dee and Mona compete over who can give the best Mother’s Day gift, the special day is overshadowed by their materialistic gestures

Half & Half - The Big Rules Of Engagement Episode

The Big Rules Of Engagement Episode,

Despite going to great lengths to impress Nick's parents, Mona learns from Dee Dee that they don't approve of interracial relationships, but when she attempts to confront Nick about it, he stops her short with a marriage proposal

Half & Half - The Big My Lover My Brother Episode

The Big My Lover My Brother Episode,

Dee Dee's overzealous attempts to help Mona bounce back from her recent broken engagement unintentionally drive Mona into Spencer's passionate arms. Alicia Calaway guest stars as a trainer.

Details

Half & Half

Comedy

9+

4 Seasons

20 minutes

Half-sisters Mona and Dee Dee had only one thing in common – their father. Though they grew up separately, when these two virtual strangers become neighbors in the same apartment building, they realize that they share more similarities than they thought.

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