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The Best Episodes of The Upshaws Season 1

Every episode of The Upshaws Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Upshaws Season 1!

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...
Genres:ComedyFamilyDrama
Network:Netflix

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Birthday B.S." is the best rated episode of "The Upshaws" season 1. It scored 6.4/10 based on 164 votes. Directed by Ken Whittingham and written by N/A, it aired on 5/12/2021. This episode is rated 1.1 points higher than the second-best, "The Hook-Up".

  • Birthday B.S.
    6.4/10164 votes

    #1 - Birthday B.S.

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 5/12/2021

    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.

    Director: Ken Whittingham

    Writer: N/A

  • The Hook-Up
    7.5/10124 votes

    #2 - The Hook-Up

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 5/12/2021

    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.

    Director: Ken Whittingham

    Writer: N/A

  • Joy Ride
    7.7/10106 votes

    #3 - Joy Ride

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 5/12/2021

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

    Director: Ken Whittingham

    Writer: N/A

  • Big Plans
    7.8/1099 votes

    #4 - Big Plans

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 5/12/2021

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Ridin' Dirty
    7.9/1099 votes

    #5 - Ridin' Dirty

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 5/12/2021

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Last Straw
    8.1/1097 votes

    #6 - Last Straw

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 5/12/2021

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Yard Sale
    7.8/1095 votes

    #7 - Yard Sale

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 5/12/2021

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Night Out
    8.5/10108 votes

    #8 - Night Out

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 5/12/2021

    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.

    Director: Phill Lewis

    Writer: N/A

  • Gloves Off
    8.1/1094 votes

    #9 - Gloves Off

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 5/12/2021

    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.

    Director: Phill Lewis

    Writer: N/A

  • The Backslide
    7.9/1091 votes

    #10 - The Backslide

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 5/12/2021

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A