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TV series

The Upshaws

2021–2026· 5 seasonsTV-MA★ 7.6Ended

On Netflix — From Push It Productions · Naptown Productions

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Synopsis

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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Episodes

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  1. E1 Birthday B.S.Next upMay 12, 2021 · 26 min · ★ 5.3
    Synopsis

    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.

    Guest stars: Gabrielle Dennis (Tasha), Page Kennedy (Duck), Leonard Earl Howze (Davis), Michel Estime (Tony), Lovensky Jean-Baptiste (Jake)

  2. E2 The Hook-UpMay 12, 2021 · 29 min · ★ 5.6
    Synopsis

    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.

    Guest stars: Gabrielle Dennis (Tasha), Page Kennedy (Duck), Michel Estime (Tony), Hayley Marie Norman (Kyla), Brandon Mitchell (Randy Giles), Colin Koth (Waiter)

  3. E3 Joy RideMay 12, 2021 · 27 min · ★ 6.8
    Synopsis

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

    Guest stars: Gabrielle Dennis (Tasha), Daria Johns (Savannah), Page Kennedy (Duck), Michel Estime (Tony), Dayna Dooley (Sheila Morrison), Jahdai Pickett (Trey), Ronnie Alvarez (Dr. Alvarez), John S. Klein (Tim)

  4. E4 Big PlansMay 12, 2021 · 29 min · ★ 5.4
    Synopsis

    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.

    Guest stars: Page Kennedy (Duck), Leonard Earl Howze (Davis), Michel Estime (Tony), Jessica Morris (Amy Holmes), Casey J. Adler (Ernest Smalls), Maxwell Glick (Question Master), Chip Chinery (Malcolm), Dewayne Perkins (Hector)

  5. E5 Ridin' DirtyMay 12, 2021 · 27 min · ★ 5.0
    Synopsis

    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.

    Guest stars: Gabrielle Dennis (Tasha), Michel Estime (Tony), Dayna Dooley (Sheila Morrison), Adam Lazarre-White (Captain Cam Wilson), Diane Delano (Jan Dewitt), Aina Dumlao (Ms. Lee)

  6. E6 Last StrawMay 12, 2021 · 28 min · ★ 5.0
    Synopsis

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

    Guest stars: Gabrielle Dennis (Tasha), Daria Johns (Savannah), Page Kennedy (Duck), Dewayne Perkins (Hector), Adam Lazarre-White (Captain Cam Wilson), Cristela Alonzo (Anna Garcia), Jeremy Gimenez (Nathan Brash), Omar Ray (Chuck)

  7. E7 Yard SaleMay 12, 2021 · 26 min · ★ 5.2
    Synopsis

    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.

    Guest stars: Mike Dolphy (Donovan), Page Kennedy (Duck), Leonard Earl Howze (Davis), Michel Estime (Tony), Adam Lazarre-White (Captain Cam Wilson), Andrew Hansen (Customer)

  8. E8 Night OutMay 12, 2021 · 28 min · ★ 5.0
    Synopsis

    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.

    Guest stars: Page Kennedy (Duck), Michel Estime (Tony), Adam Lazarre-White (Captain Cam Wilson), Diane Delano (Jan Dewitt), Cristela Alonzo (Anna Garcia), Michelle N. Carter (Bobbie), Nikea Gamby-Turner (Nan), Christal Marie Deloney (Bartender)

  9. E9 Gloves OffMay 12, 2021 · 30 min · ★ 5.0
    Synopsis

    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.

    Guest stars: Daria Johns (Savannah), Page Kennedy (Duck), Leonard Earl Howze (Davis), Michel Estime (Tony), Michael Cory Davis (Dr. Keon Bevans), Frank Gallegos (Craig), Debbie Fan (Ms. Taniguchi), Kyausha Simpson (Corinne Owens)

  10. E10 The BackslideMay 12, 2021 · 26 min · ★ 5.2
    Synopsis

    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.

    Guest stars: Page Kennedy (Duck), Michel Estime (Tony), Sharifa Oliver (Monique), Ayaamii Sledge (Sydney)

Cast & crew

Created by Regina Y. Hicks, Wanda Sykes

Videos

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Reviews · from TMDB members

Peter89Spencer★ 8/10Jun 14, 2021

It was funky, fresh, funny... Wanda Sykes is brilliant. It's both an adult comedy AND a family comedy that's blended perfect together. Netflix hadn't shown a good sitcom since The Ranch!