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The Best Episodes of The Upshaws

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...

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  1. 8.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Duct Up

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    S2:E5

    Regina plots to win over her boss at work. Lucretia dines with an old flame. Bennie lands in a tight spot. The kids are left to look after themselves.

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    Director:Phill Lewis
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  2. 8.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - New Growth

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    S2:E6

    A crisis forces Regina to seek out Tasha's services. At the shop, Lucretia tries to talk sense into Bennie. Aaliyah and Maya have a sibling squabble.

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    Director:Phill Lewis
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  3. 8.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Sista, Sista

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    S2:E7

    With their unfiltered sister in town, Lucretia and Regina let a few things off their chests. Not to be outdone by Noah, Bennie makes a pricey purchase.

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  4. 8.0/10(43 votes)

    #4 - Auto Motives

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    S3:E6

    Now flush with cash, Bennie splurges on a gift for the kids that stirs up tension with Bernard. At a crossroads, Lucretia weighs a difficult decision.

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  5. 7.8/10(38 votes)

    #5 - Girl Trouble

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    S3:E10

    Regina attempts to make good with an old rival for Aaliyah's sake. A heartbroken Tony seeks help from Bennie as he steps back into the dating scene.

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  6. 7.7/10(40 votes)

    #6 - Electric Feels

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    S3:E8

    The family adjusts to their new living situation. Bennie works to get his electric vehicle certification. Aaliyah tries to keep her boyfriend a secret.

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  8. 7.7/10(39 votes)

    #7 - Background Checkered

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    S3:E9

    Bennie meddles in Aaliyah's relationship, sparking memories of him meeting Regina's parents. Maya's school play about Black history riles Lucretia up.

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  9. 7.6/10(54 votes)

    #8 - Thera Please

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    S3:E1

    In the aftermath of her heart attack, Regina attempts to bring Bennie to therapy with her. An overwhelmed Lucretia starts to miss having her own space.

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  10. 7.6/10(42 votes)

    #9 - Hail Mary

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    S3:E7

    With the shop and their finances in jeopardy, Bennie and Lucretia search high and low for a solution and potential buyer. Is the family business a wrap?

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  11. 7.6/10(37 votes)

    #10 - Do I?

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    S3:E12

    Regina and Bennie are forced to help a newly single Tasha get back on her feet. Major doubts linger for Lucretia and Frank as the big day approaches.

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  12. 7.5/10(46 votes)

    #11 - Really, Mama?

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    S3:E5

    A surprise visitor puts Bennie's loyalties to the test. Lucretia secures a new source of income that makes her circumstances more challenging.

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  13. 7.5/10(35 votes)

    #12 - Ain't Broke

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    S3:E11

    Lucretia takes a big leap — but Regina worries her sister's making a big decision for the wrong reasons. Bennie pushes a nervous Bernard to open his gym.

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  14. 7.4/10(50 votes)

    #13 - Need Change

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    S3:E2

    Lucretia receives life-changing news after agreeing to fund Bernard's business. When therapy with Bennie uncovers hard truths, Regina has a breakthrough.

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  15. 7.4/10(45 votes)

    #14 - Forbidden Fruit

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    S3:E3

    A hot-headed Bernard teaches Aaliyah how to drive. Regina and Bennie find new thrills in sneaky rendezvous. Lucretia tries to resell gifts for money.

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  16. 7.4/10(45 votes)

    #15 - Slap Happy

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    S3:E4

    Aaliyah continues to shun Regina. A turn of events gives Lucretia cause for celebration, but not for long. Bennie acts fast when Kelvin lands in trouble.

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  17. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #16 - Ridin' Dirty

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    S1:E5

    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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  18. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #17 - Last Straw

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    S1:E6

    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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  19. 7.0/10(1 votes)

    #18 - Maybe Daddy

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    S2:E1

    When a surprise comes knocking on the family’s front door, Regina points the finger at Bennie and pushes Bernard to wise up.

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  20. 7.0/10(1 votes)

    #19 - Bennie's Woman

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    A suspicious Lucretia conducts a thorough investigation. Meanwhile, a big misunderstanding leads to a bigger mistake as Bennie attempts to close a deal.

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  21. 7.0/10(1 votes)

    #20 - Testing, Testing

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    When Regina retakes the GMAT, Lucretia struggles to keep order in the house. Bennie and the crew scramble to get the shop up to code for an inspection.

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  22. 7.0/10(1 votes)

    #21 - Control Issues

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    S2:E4

    Regina is determined to throw a budget-friendly birthday party for Maya until Lucretia takes over. Bennie tries to bribe his way out of a lawsuit.

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  23. 7.0/10(1 votes)

    #22 - Goin' In

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    S2:E8

    After their blowout, Lucretia takes time for herself while Regina gets fed up at work. Bennie fears he's losing Kelvin. All drama leads back to the shop.

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  24. 6.5/10(2 votes)

    #23 - The Hook-Up

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    S1:E2

    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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  25. 6.5/10(2 votes)

    #24 - Big Plans

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    S1:E4

    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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  26. 6.5/10(2 votes)

    #25 - Yard Sale

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    S1:E7

    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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Best Episodes Summary

"Duct Up" is the best rated episode of "The Upshaws". It scored 8/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Phill Lewis and written by N/A, it aired on 6/29/2022. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "New Growth".