The Upshaws
The Upshaws

The Upshaws (2021)

7.65 seasonsComedy, Family, Drama

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 sardonic sister-in-law, all without a blueprint for success.

📺 Seasons & Episodes

Season 110 episodes
Birthday B.S.

1. Birthday B.S.

26 min

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.

The Hook-Up

2. The Hook-Up

29 min

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.

Joy Ride

3. Joy Ride

27 min

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

Big Plans

4. Big Plans

29 min

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.

Ridin' Dirty

5. Ridin' Dirty

27 min

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.

Last Straw

6. Last Straw

28 min

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

Yard Sale

7. Yard Sale

26 min

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.

Night Out

8. Night Out

28 min

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.

Gloves Off

9. Gloves Off

30 min

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.

The Backslide

10. The Backslide

26 min

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.

Season 216 episodes
Maybe Daddy

1. Maybe Daddy

27 min

When a surprise comes knocking on the family’s front door, Regina points the finger at Bennie and pushes Bernard to wise up.

Bennie's Woman

2. Bennie's Woman

27 min

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

Testing, Testing

3. Testing, Testing

24 min

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.

Control Issues

4. Control Issues

26 min

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.

Duct Up

5. Duct Up

26 min

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.

New Growth

6. New Growth

26 min

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.

Sista, Sista

7. Sista, Sista

26 min

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.

Goin' In

8. Goin' In

28 min

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.

The Unforgiven

9. The Unforgiven

24 min

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

Home Repairs

10. Home Repairs

26 min

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.

Treading Water

11. Treading Water

25 min

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.

Off Beat

12. Off Beat

25 min

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

Lane Change

13. Lane Change

22 min

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.

Heart Wants

14. Heart Wants

25 min

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.

Heart Matters

15. Heart Matters

23 min

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

Now What

16. Now What

28 min

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.

Season 312 episodes
Thera Please

1. Thera Please

24 min

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.

Need Change

2. Need Change

26 min

Lucretia receives life-changing news after agreeing to fund Bernard's business. When therapy with Bennie uncovers hard truths, Regina has a breakthrough.

Forbidden Fruit

3. Forbidden Fruit

25 min

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.

Slap Happy

4. Slap Happy

25 min

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.

Really, Mama?

5. Really, Mama?

22 min

A surprise visitor puts Bennie's loyalties to the test. Lucretia secures a new source of income that makes her circumstances more challenging.

Auto Motives

6. Auto Motives

25 min

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.

Hail Mary

7. Hail Mary

23 min

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?

Electric Feels

8. Electric Feels

28 min

The family adjusts to their new living situation. Bennie works to get his electric vehicle certification. Aaliyah tries to keep her boyfriend a secret.

Background Checkered

9. Background Checkered

29 min

Bennie meddles in Aaliyah's relationship, sparking memories of him meeting Regina's parents. Maya's school play about Black history riles Lucretia up.

Girl Trouble

10. Girl Trouble

26 min

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.

Ain't Broke

11. Ain't Broke

26 min

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.

Do I?

12. Do I?

31 min

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.

Season 410 episodes
Gone, But...

1. Gone, But...

31 min

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.

She's Back

2. She's Back

27 min

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.

Running Numbers

3. Running Numbers

26 min

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.

Hold Up

4. Hold Up

27 min

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

Grifter, Grifter

5. Grifter, Grifter

31 min

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.

Who, Me?

6. Who, Me?

25 min

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.

Tee'd Off

7. Tee'd Off

27 min

While Lucretia gets busy with renovations, Frank and Bennie attempt to bond over golf. Aaliyah goes through a bad-boy phase, testing Regina's patience.

& Son

8. & Son

26 min

When the garage gets busy, Bennie takes a chance and gives Kelvin a job. Althea and Regina try to persuade Lucretia to make up with Frank.

Lost Causes

9. Lost Causes

28 min

A drastic decision puts Maya and Aaliyah on their best behavior. Tasha joins in the search for Kelvin. Bernard and Regina take on city hall.

Buy Now

10. Buy Now

27 min

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.

Season 512 episodes
The Black-Lash

1. The Black-Lash

28 min

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.

Save Face

2. Save Face

27 min

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.

Gone Awry

3. Gone Awry

25 min

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.

Indy Streets

4. Indy Streets

26 min

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

Cold Shoulder

5. Cold Shoulder

30 min

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.

Hole-y Hell

6. Hole-y Hell

29 min

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

Great Points

7. Great Points

29 min

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

Worked Up

8. Worked Up

26 min

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.

Election Day

9. Election Day

28 min

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.

I Swear

10. I Swear

25 min

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.

Help Less

11. Help Less

30 min

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.

Bon Voyage

12. Bon Voyage

28 min

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

Cast

Mike Epps

Mike Epps

Bennie Upshaw

Kim Fields

Kim Fields

Regina

Wanda Sykes

Wanda Sykes

Lucretia

Khali Spraggins

Khali Spraggins

Aaliyah

Journey Christine

Journey Christine

Maya

Jermelle Simon

Jermelle Simon

Bernard

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