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The Upshaws

2021 Ended

7.6/10 69 votes

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.

Created by:: Regina Y. Hicks, Wanda Sykes
Cast:: Mike Epps, Kim Fields, Wanda Sykes, Khali Spraggins
Language:: English
Country:: United States of America
Network:: Netflix

Episode guide

Seasons

5 available

Season 1

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E01

Episode 1

★ 5.3

Birthday B.S.

2021-05-12 · 26m

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.

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E02

Episode 2

★ 5.6

The Hook-Up

2021-05-12 · 29m

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.

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E03

Episode 3

★ 6.8

Joy Ride

2021-05-12 · 27m

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

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E04

Episode 4

★ 5.4

Big Plans

2021-05-12 · 29m

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.

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E05

Episode 5

★ 5.0

Ridin' Dirty

2021-05-12 · 27m

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.

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E06

Episode 6

★ 5.0

Last Straw

2021-05-12 · 28m

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

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E07

Episode 7

★ 5.2

Yard Sale

2021-05-12 · 26m

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.

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E08

Episode 8

★ 5.0

Night Out

2021-05-12 · 28m

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.

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E09

Episode 9

★ 5.0

Gloves Off

2021-05-12 · 30m

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.

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E10

Episode 10

★ 5.2

The Backslide

2021-05-12 · 26m

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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