6.4/10164 votesLoading...#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
7.2/1063 votesLoading...#2 - Goin' In
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 6/29/2022
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.2/1045 votesLoading...#3 - Need Change
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 8/17/2023
Lucretia receives life-changing news after agreeing to fund Bernard's business. When therapy with Bennie uncovers hard truths, Regina has a breakthrough.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.3/1050 votesLoading...#4 - Off Beat
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 2/16/2023
In need of a break, Regina crashes Lucretia's homecoming weekend. Bernard attempts to connect with his daughter. Aaliyah deals with a friendship breakup.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.3/1041 votesLoading...#5 - Forbidden Fruit
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 8/17/2023
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.3/1041 votesLoading...#6 - Slap Happy
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 8/17/2023
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.4/1067 votesLoading...#7 - Maybe Daddy
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 6/29/2022
When a surprise comes knocking on the family’s front door, Regina points the finger at Bennie and pushes Bernard to wise up.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.4/1042 votesLoading...#8 - Really, Mama?
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 8/17/2023
A surprise visitor puts Bennie's loyalties to the test. Lucretia secures a new source of income that makes her circumstances more challenging.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/10124 votesLoading...#9 - 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
7.5/1045 votesLoading...#10 - Lane Change
Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 2/16/2023
Regina makes adjustments at her new job. Aaliyah believes Maya is possessed and sets out to film her. Kelvin’s return causes friction among the family.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/1037 votesLoading...#11 - Hail Mary
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 4/18/2024
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?
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.5/1028 votesLoading...#12 - Ain't Broke
Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 4/18/2024
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/1063 votesLoading...#13 - Bennie's Woman
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 6/29/2022
A suspicious Lucretia conducts a thorough investigation. Meanwhile, a big misunderstanding leads to a bigger mistake as Bennie attempts to close a deal.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/1061 votesLoading...#14 - Testing, Testing
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 6/29/2022
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/1060 votesLoading...#15 - Control Issues
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 6/29/2022
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/1048 votesLoading...#16 - Now What
Season 2 Episode 16 - Aired 2/16/2023
The family sends Regina off as she takes on a new endeavor, but a sudden change of plans has Lucretia and Bennie worried about her — and the future.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/1050 votesLoading...#17 - Thera Please
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 8/17/2023
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/1040 votesLoading...#18 - Auto Motives
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 8/17/2023
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/1034 votesLoading...#19 - Electric Feels
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 4/18/2024
The family adjusts to their new living situation. Bennie works to get his electric vehicle certification. Aaliyah tries to keep her boyfriend a secret.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/1033 votesLoading...#20 - Background Checkered
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 4/18/2024
Bennie meddles in Aaliyah's relationship, sparking memories of him meeting Regina's parents. Maya's school play about Black history riles Lucretia up.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10106 votesLoading...#21 - 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
7.7/1051 votesLoading...#22 - Treading Water
Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 2/16/2023
After running into a roadblock on her job search, Regina takes advantage of funemployment. Bennie gets a fancy new gig, and Aaliyah seeks a new friend.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/1047 votesLoading...#23 - Heart Wants
Season 2 Episode 14 - Aired 2/16/2023
After having a strange dream, Regina thinks of what could have been. Lucretia receives a tempting offer. Bennie's back issues cause problems at the shop.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/1031 votesLoading...#24 - Girl Trouble
Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 4/18/2024
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/1027 votesLoading...#25 - Do I?
Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 4/18/2024
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.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
The Worst Episodes of The Upshaws
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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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Worst Episodes Summary
"Birthday B.S." is the worst rated episode of "The Upshaws". 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 scored 0.8 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Goin' In".