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The Best Episodes of On the Up

Every episode of On the Up ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of On the Up!

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...
Genre:Comedy
Network:BBC One
Episodes
19
Avg. Rating
7.4
S1
S2
S3
S4
E1
E2
E3
7.3
7.1
7.4
7.7
6.4
7.6
8.0
6.5
7.3

Best Episodes Summary

"Mr Burton" is the best rated episode of "On the Up". It scored 8/10 based on 21 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/18/1990. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Dawn".

  • Mr Burton
    8.0/10(21)
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    #1 - Mr Burton

    Season 1 Episode 3

    Aired 9/18/1990

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Dawn
    8.0/10(21)
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    #2 - Dawn

    Season 1 Episode 4

    Aired 9/25/1990

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Divorce
    7.9/10(16)
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    #3 - Divorce

    Season 3 Episode 6

    Aired 11/2/1992

    Ruth returns home believing divorce is the only option.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Mum
    7.7/10(25)
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    #4 - Mum

    Season 1 Episode 2

    Aired 9/11/1990

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Meeting Jane Webster
    7.6/10(15)
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    #5 - Meeting Jane Webster

    Season 2 Episode 5

    Aired 10/4/1991

    Tony's marriage hits another rough patch; Mrs. Wembley sets up a date for Sam and Maggie.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Fishing Trip
    7.6/10(15)
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    #6 - The Fishing Trip

    Season 3 Episode 2

    Aired 10/5/1992

    Tony and Dawn go fishing, which does not please Ruth.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

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  • Maggie's Dad
    7.5/10(20)
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    #7 - Maggie's Dad

    Season 1 Episode 5

    Aired 10/2/1990

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Douglas
    7.5/10(20)
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    #8 - Douglas

    Season 1 Episode 6

    Aired 10/9/1990

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Barbados
    7.5/10(21)
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    #9 - Barbados

    Season 1 Episode 7

    Aired 10/16/1990

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Stephanie
    7.5/10(15)
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    #10 - Stephanie

    Season 3 Episode 5

    Aired 10/26/1992

    Tony's new woman is a hit with everyone except Ruth.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Golf Tournament
    7.4/10(15)
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    #11 - The Golf Tournament

    Season 3 Episode 1

    Aired 9/28/1992

    The Carpenter household cannot get straight whether they will have a fancy dress party.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Walking Out
    7.3/10(25)
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    #12 - Walking Out

    Season 1 Episode 1

    Aired 9/4/1990

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Temporary Secretary
    7.3/10(15)
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    #13 - Temporary Secretary

    Season 3 Episode 3

    Aired 10/12/1992

    Dawn arrives for her new job; three of Tony's drivers go home sick; Tony picks up Jane.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Parental Choice
    7.2/10(13)
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    #14 - Parental Choice

    Season 3 Episode 4

    Aired 10/19/1992

    Tony, Mrs. Wembley and Sam act out 'Sunset Boulevard'; Mrs. Wembley auditions gardeners.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • After the Holiday
    7.1/10(18)
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    #15 - After the Holiday

    Season 2 Episode 1

    Aired 9/6/1991

    Tony and the gang return from Barbados to find a little surprise awaiting them.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Competition
    6.9/10(17)
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    #16 - Competition

    Season 2 Episode 4

    Aired 9/27/1991

    Tony finds out another firm is undercutting his prices and decides to plant a mole in the opposition's camp.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A Date With Jane Webster
    6.9/10(15)
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    #17 - A Date With Jane Webster

    Season 2 Episode 6

    Aired 10/11/1991

    Tony makes another date with Jane Webster, against Sam's advice; Maggie and Sam go to a football game.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Maggie Gives Notice
    6.5/10(20)
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    #18 - Maggie Gives Notice

    Season 2 Episode 3

    Aired 9/20/1991

    Tony's happy to have his whole family home together; Maggie gives her notice.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Ruth Makes An Effort
    6.4/10(18)
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    #19 - Ruth Makes An Effort

    Season 2 Episode 2

    Aired 9/13/1991

    Ruth and Tony reconcile; Tony's secretary, Maggie, has trouble being civil to Ruth.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A