On the Up
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On the Up

6.2 / 10
1990
3 seasons
19 episodes
Comedy

On the Up is a British sitcom written by Bob Larbey about a self-made millionaire and his staff of domestic helpers who he treats like family, much to the annoyance of his upper class wife. The show ran for three series, from 1990 to 1992.

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  • Ep 1

    1.Walking Out

    04-09-199030m

    Tony turns to his chauffeur, secretary and housekeeper for support when his wife walks out.

  • Ep 2

    2.Mum

    11-09-199030m

    Tony's mother is hospitalized with appendicitis; Ruth returns home.

  • Ep 3

    3.Mr Burton

    18-09-199030m

    Tony takes a marquee at the County Show to promote his business.

  • Ep 4

    4.Dawn

    25-09-199030m

    Ruth returns and accuses Tony of sleeping with Dawn; Tony takes Sam, Maggie and Mrs. Wembley to Stephanie's Open Day at school.

  • Ep 5

    5.Maggie's Dad

    02-10-199030m

    Tony throws a birthday party for his mother; Maggie's father visits

  • Ep 6

    6.Douglas

    09-10-199030m

    Mrs. Wembley gives her good friend Sir Douglas another cooking lesson; Tony and Maggie spend time alone.

  • Ep 7

    7.Barbados

    16-10-199030m

    Tony asks Sam to accompany him to Barbados when Ruth goes to Spain with another man.

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