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The Best Episodes of Upright Season 1

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

When family outcast Lucky Flynn learns that his mother is dying, he decides to drive to the other side of Australia to see her, packing nothing but an upright piano for the journey. But his plans are soon turned upside down when he meets the runaway teenager Meg, who’s dealing with some family demons of her own.

Genres:ComedyDrama

Season 1 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Upright" season 1 is "Day One", rated 7.5/10 from 340 user votes. It was directed by Matthew Saville and written by Tim Minchin. "Day One" aired on 11/28/2019 and is rated 0.5 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Day Two".

  • Day One
    7.5/10 340 votes

    #1 - Day One

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 11/28/2019

    Self-destructive musician Lucky hasn't spoken to his family in years, but he packs up his battered old piano for a 4,000-mile road trip across Australia when he hears his estranged mother is dying.

    Director: Matthew Saville

    Writer: Tim Minchin

  • Day Two
    8.0/10 311 votes

    #2 - Day Two

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 11/28/2019

    Lucky struggles without his anxiety medication. While waiting for a chemist to open in Port Agusta, Meg picks a fight with bikers at the pub.

    Director: Matthew Saville

    Writer: Tim Minchin

  • Day Three
    7.8/10 278 votes

    #3 - Day Three

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 12/5/2019

    Meg is beside herself when she loses all of her's and Lucky's money. To make matters worse, they then run out of petrol.

    Director: Matthew Saville

    Writer: Leon Ford

  • Day Four
    7.7/10 267 votes

    #4 - Day Four

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 12/5/2019

    Waiting for their ute to be repaired, Meg and Lucky join a campground party on the Great Australian Bight, but the night takes a nasty turn when Lucky discovers a suicide note.

    Director: Matthew Saville

    Writer: Kate Mulvany

  • Day Five
    7.8/10 269 votes

    #5 - Day Five

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 12/12/2019

    Lucky starts to think he should give up when Meg takes off with his piano. Then, a snakebite gives him the wake-up call he needs.

    Director: Matthew Saville

    Writer: Kate Mulvany

  • Day Six
    7.7/10 236 votes

    #6 - Day Six

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 12/12/2019

    A transformed Lucky prepares to make a major sacrifice. But it's not long before some bad news sends him spiralling into despair.

    Director: Matthew Saville

    Writer: Leon Ford

  • Day Seven
    8.1/10 247 votes

    #7 - Day Seven

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 12/19/2019

    Lucky finds himself paying the price for Meg's misdemeanours. But that's just the start, things are about to get a whole lot worse.

    Director: Matthew Saville, Tim Minchin

    Writer: Tim Minchin, Chris Taylor

  • Day Eight
    8.9/10 312 votes

    #8 - Day Eight

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 12/19/2019

    There's tension as Lucky reunites with his brother. As Meg tries to smooth things over, she learns why Lucky had to bring the piano.

    Director: Matthew Saville, Tim Minchin

    Writer: Tim Minchin