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The Upshaws
The Upshaws
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The Upshaws

“They're back and as imperfect as ever.”

7.6 / 10
2021
5 seasons
60 episodes
ComedyFamilyDrama

Bennie Upshaw, the head of a Black working class family in Indianapolis, is a charming, well-intentioned mechanic and lifelong mess just trying his best to step up and care for his family and tolerate his sardonic sister-in-law, all without a blueprint for success.

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Cast

Mike Epps

Kim Fields

Wanda Sykes

Khali Spraggins

Journey Christine

Jermelle Simon

Michel Estime

Diamond Lyons

Leonard Earl Howze

Lamont Thompson

Daria Johns

Page Kennedy

Seasons

A working-class Black family in Indiana strives for a better life and a happy home while juggling everyday struggles in this comedy series.

  • Birthday B.S.

    1.Birthday B.S.

    4.8
    12-05-202126m

    When two of his kids have birthday parties on the same day, Bennie scrambles to find a venue for one, then bounces back and forth between both events.

  • The Hook-Up

    2.The Hook-Up

    4.7
    12-05-202129m

    After meeting the manager of an upscale restaurant, Bennie takes Regina out hoping to break their dry spell but realizes the meal isn't on the house.

  • Joy Ride

    3.Joy Ride

    6.5
    12-05-202127m

    A customer entrusts his sleek ride with its secret compartment to Bennie. Duck overstays his welcome at the Upshaw residence. Regina eyes a promotion.

  • Big Plans

    4.Big Plans

    4.7
    12-05-202129m

    As Regina tries to land a better job at a different organization, Bennie’s friends get in his ear about her looking to level up her life without him.

  • Ridin' Dirty

    5.Ridin' Dirty

    5.0
    12-05-202127m

    Regina juggles family duties with work and studying for the GMAT, but Bennie doesn’t help lighten the load — and she reaches a boiling point.

  • Last Straw

    6.Last Straw

    5.0
    12-05-202128m

    When Tasha gets into an accident, Bennie comes up with a solution — without telling Regina. Meanwhile, conflicts erupt between other family members.

  • Yard Sale

    7.Yard Sale

    5.3
    12-05-202126m

    After Regina throws Bennie out, she starts cleaning house. Bennie tries his old tricks to get back in her good graces. Lucretia's affair takes a turn.

  • Night Out

    8.Night Out

    5.0
    12-05-202128m

    Regina goes to her work party solo while Bennie has his own fun with the guys. Lucretia and Bennie get drunk together, and Bernard reveals his truth.

  • Gloves Off

    9.Gloves Off

    5.0
    12-05-202130m

    When Bennie tries to live a healthier lifestyle, he winds up in a boxing ring with an emotional Bernard. Maya struggles with a school bully.

  • The Backslide

    10.The Backslide

    5.0
    12-05-202126m

    With Bennie back in the house and bonding more with the kids, Regina's frustrations start to show. After she takes the GMAT, the family comes together.

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