The Upshaws(2021)
They're back and as imperfect as ever.
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.
- Created by:
- Regina Y. Hicks, Wanda Sykes
- First aired:
- 2021-05-12
- Country:
- US
- Network:
- Netflix
Episodes
1. The Black-Lash
★ 5.02026-01-15 · 28m
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.
2. Save Face
★ 5.02026-01-15 · 27m
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.
3. Gone Awry
★ 5.02026-01-15 · 25m
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.
4. Indy Streets
★ 5.02026-01-15 · 26m
Lucretia helps Regina polish her pitch. A shady customer makes Bennie a tempting offer. Bernard's attempt at adulting gets messy.
5. Cold Shoulder
★ 5.02026-01-15 · 30m
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.
6. Hole-y Hell
★ 5.02026-01-15 · 29m
A busted sports car could be Bennie's ticket out of money trouble. Seeking endorsements, Regina discovers that politics can be a ruthless game.
7. Great Points
2026-01-15 · 29m
Bennie and Aaliyah bond over an unlikely sport. Regina and Spencer square off in a debate. Bernard refuses to get kicked to the curb.
8. Worked Up
2026-01-15 · 26m
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.
9. Election Day
2026-01-15 · 28m
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.
10. I Swear
2026-01-15 · 25m
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.
11. Help Less
2026-01-15 · 30m
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.
12. Bon Voyage
2026-01-15 · 28m
The Upshaws face change with heart and humor as they juggle overdue endings, new beginnings and an ethical dilemma.
Where to watch
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Cast
Mike Epps
Bennie Upshaw
Kim Fields
Regina
Wanda Sykes
Lucretia
Khali Spraggins
Aaliyah
Journey Christine
Maya
Jermelle Simon
Bernard
