The Upshaws (2021)
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.
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Episode 1 - Thera Please
Release Date: 2023-08-17In 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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Episode 2 - Need Change
Release Date: 2023-08-17Lucretia 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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Episode 3 - Forbidden Fruit
Release Date: 2023-08-17A 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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Episode 4 - Slap Happy
Release Date: 2023-08-17Aaliyah 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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Episode 5 - Really, Mama?
Release Date: 2023-08-17A 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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Episode 6 - Auto Motives
Release Date: 2023-08-17Now 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.
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Episode 7 - Hail Mary
Release Date: 2024-04-18With 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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Episode 8 - Electric Feels
Release Date: 2024-04-18The family adjusts to their new living situation. Bennie works to get his electric vehicle certification. Aaliyah tries to keep her boyfriend a secret.
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Episode 9 - Background Checkered
Release Date: 2024-04-18Bennie meddles in Aaliyah's relationship, sparking memories of him meeting Regina's parents. Maya's school play about Black history riles Lucretia up.
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Episode 10 - Girl Trouble
Release Date: 2024-04-18Regina 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.
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Episode 11 - Ain't Broke
Release Date: 2024-04-18Lucretia 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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Episode 12 - Do I?
Release Date: 2024-04-18Regina 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.