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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 step up and care for his family and tolerate his

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    The Upshaws Season 5 Episode 1 - The Black-Lash
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #1 - The Black-Lash

    S5:E1

    After running into red tape, Bennie hustles to keep the garage afloat. Regina scrambles to spin a past mistake that could blow up her campaign.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Upshaws Season 5 Episode 2 - Save Face
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    #2 - Save Face

    S5:E2

    As the race heats up, Lucretia pushes Regina to fight dirty. Bernard juggles work and parenting. Bennie and the crew hit the road to restock their stash.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Upshaws Season 5 Episode 3 - Gone Awry
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    #3 - Gone Awry

    S5:E3

    When Frank loses a tangle with a treadmill, Lucretia's vulnerable side emerges. An ambitious sales promotion at the garage drives Bennie to the brink.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Upshaws Season 5 Episode 4 - Indy Streets
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    #4 - Indy Streets

    S5:E4

    Lucretia helps Regina polish her pitch. A shady customer makes Bennie a tempting offer. Bernard's attempt at adulting gets messy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Upshaws Season 5 Episode 5 - Cold Shoulder
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    #5 - Cold Shoulder

    S5:E5

    Soul food and tough love fuel a family meeting about Kelvin's future. Lucretia gets chilly when Frank would rather hit the slopes than snuggle.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Upshaws Season 5 Episode 6 - Hole-y Hell
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    #6 - Hole-y Hell

    S5:E6

    A busted sports car could be Bennie's ticket out of money trouble. Seeking endorsements, Regina discovers that politics can be a ruthless game.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Upshaws Season 5 Episode 7 - Great Points
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    #7 - Great Points

    S5:E7

    Bennie and Aaliyah bond over an unlikely sport. Regina and Spencer square off in a debate. Bernard refuses to get kicked to the curb.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Upshaws Season 5 Episode 8 - Worked Up
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    #8 - Worked Up

    S5:E8

    Lucretia isn't thrilled when Bennie puts a mechanic with a past on the payroll. Regina struggles to balance her dreams with her day job.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Upshaws Season 5 Episode 9 - Election Day
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    #9 - Election Day

    S5:E9

    Regina gets a reality check during a campaign stop at a nursing home. A familiar face stirs up emotions at the gym. Aaliyah receives exciting news.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Upshaws Season 5 Episode 10 - I Swear
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    #10 - I Swear

    S5:E10

    Family chaos complicates Regina's big day. Bennie faces a turning point for the shop's survival. Bernard and Hector come to Maya's rescue.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Upshaws Season 5 Episode 11 - Help Less
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    #11 - Help Less

    S5:E11

    A helping hand sparks family friction when Lucretia opens her checkbook one time too many. Bennie's shortcut to success leaves him with a stack of IOUs.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Upshaws Season 5 Episode 12 - Bon Voyage
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    #12 - Bon Voyage

    S5:E12

    The Upshaws face change with heart and humor as they juggle overdue endings, new beginnings and an ethical dilemma.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Upshaws Season 2 Episode 8 - Goin' In
    4.0/10(2 votes)

    #13 - Goin' In

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Upshaws Season 2 Episode 1 - Maybe Daddy
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #14 - Maybe Daddy

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Upshaws Season 2 Episode 2 - Bennie's Woman
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #15 - Bennie's Woman

    S2:E2

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Upshaws Season 2 Episode 3 - Testing, Testing
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #16 - Testing, Testing

    S2:E3

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Upshaws Season 2 Episode 4 - Control Issues
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #17 - Control Issues

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Upshaws Season 2 Episode 5 - Duct Up
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #18 - Duct Up

    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.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Upshaws Season 2 Episode 6 - New Growth
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #19 - New Growth

    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.

    Director:Phill Lewis
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Upshaws Season 2 Episode 7 - Sista, Sista
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #20 - Sista, Sista

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. The Upshaws Season 2 Episode 9 - The Unforgiven
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #21 - The Unforgiven

    S2:E9

    With Bennie and Lucretia in a pinch, a jobless Regina must drum up cash fast — and try to hide the situation from the kids.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Upshaws Season 2 Episode 10 - Home Repairs
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #22 - Home Repairs

    S2:E10

    Frustrated with his job at the garage, Bennie starts a new business closer to home. Aaliyah yearns to fit in. Bernard's relationship hits a bump.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Upshaws Season 2 Episode 11 - Treading Water
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #23 - Treading Water

    S2:E11

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Upshaws Season 2 Episode 12 - Off Beat
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #24 - Off Beat

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. The Upshaws Season 2 Episode 15 - Heart Matters
    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #25 - Heart Matters

    S2:E15

    An unexpected crisis puts the family on edge and forces Regina to take a pause. Meanwhile, Lucretia and Bennie handle responsibilities at home.

    Director:Unknown
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Worst Episodes Summary

"The Black-Lash" is the worst rated episode of "The Upshaws". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/15/2026. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Save Face".