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The Worst 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. 6.5/10(173 votes)

    #1 - Birthday B.S.

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    S1:E1

    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.

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  2. 7.1/10(115 votes)

    #2 - Joy Ride

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    S1:E3

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

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  3. 7.3/10(66 votes)

    #3 - 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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  4. 7.3/10(24 votes)

    #4 - Running Numbers

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    S4:E3

    Regina's annoyed when Lucretia undermines her vision for the clinic. Bennie gets an idea to make money after taking Maya and Sydney to their soccer game.

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  5. 7.3/10(19 votes)

    #5 - Buy Now

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    S4:E10

    Bernard and Aaliyah help Regina make a list of things that could hurt her run for city council. Bennie takes out a loan to get Lucretia off his back.

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  6. 7.4/10(74 votes)

    #6 - Maybe Daddy

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    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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  8. 7.4/10(55 votes)

    #7 - Off Beat

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    S2:E12

    In need of a break, Regina crashes Lucretia's homecoming weekend. Bernard attempts to connect with his daughter. Aaliyah deals with a friendship breakup.

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  9. 7.4/10(50 votes)

    #8 - Need Change

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    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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  10. 7.4/10(45 votes)

    #9 - Forbidden Fruit

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    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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  11. 7.4/10(45 votes)

    #10 - 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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  12. 7.4/10(25 votes)

    #11 - She's Back

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    S4:E2

    Bennie and Regina get a surprise when they pick up Maya from school. A salary dispute stirs trouble at the garage, threatening to derail Regina's plans.

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  13. 7.5/10(132 votes)

    #12 - The Hook-Up

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    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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  14. 7.5/10(70 votes)

    #13 - 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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  15. 7.5/10(49 votes)

    #14 - Lane Change

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    S2:E13

    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.

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  16. 7.5/10(46 votes)

    #15 - 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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  17. 7.5/10(35 votes)

    #16 - 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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  18. 7.5/10(23 votes)

    #17 - Hold Up

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    S4:E4

    Bennie's blabbermouth puts Regina in a dangerous situation. Lucretia's feelings are hurt when she takes Aaliyah to tour a prospective college.

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  19. 7.5/10(25 votes)

    #18 - Grifter, Grifter

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    S4:E5

    Everyone's on guard when Glodine drops in on the Upshaws — with big news. Bernard tests the dating waters, but things don't go quite as he planned.

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  20. 7.6/10(67 votes)

    #19 - 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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  21. 7.6/10(51 votes)

    #20 - Now What

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    S2:E16

    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.

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  22. 7.6/10(54 votes)

    #21 - Thera Please

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    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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  23. 7.6/10(42 votes)

    #22 - 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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  24. 7.6/10(37 votes)

    #23 - 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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  25. 7.6/10(27 votes)

    #24 - Gone, But...

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    S4:E1

    Regina misses her sister but makes a new bestie — much to Aaliyah's annoyance. In Atlanta, Lucretia worries about fitting in with Frank's rich friends.

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  26. 7.6/10(21 votes)

    #25 - Who, Me?

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    S4:E6

    After a window at Bernard's gym gets broken, a guilt-stricken Bennie tries to piece together his wild night. Lucretia and Frank go apartment shopping.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Birthday B.S." is the worst rated episode of "The Upshaws". It scored 6.5/10 based on 173 votes. Directed by Ken Whittingham and written by N/A, it aired on 5/12/2021. This episode scored 0.6 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Joy Ride".