The WORST episodes of The Upshaws

Every episode of The Upshaws ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of The Upshaws!

A working-class family in Indiana struggles to make it work and make it right without the blueprint to do it.

Last Updated: 3/12/2025Network: NetflixStatus: Continuing

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#1 - Buy Now

Season 6 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/9/2025

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.

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#2 - Hail Mary

Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/18/2024

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?

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#3 - Electric Feels

Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/18/2024

The 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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#4 - Background Checkered

Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/18/2024

Bennie 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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#5 - Girl Trouble

Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/18/2024

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.

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#6 - Ain't Broke

Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/18/2024

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.

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#7 - Do I?

Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/18/2024

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.

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#8 - Gone, But...

Season 6 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/9/2025

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.

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#9 - She's Back

Season 6 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/9/2025

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.

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#10 - Running Numbers

Season 6 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/9/2025

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.

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#11 - Hold Up

Season 6 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/9/2025

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

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#12 - Grifter, Grifter

Season 6 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/9/2025

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.

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#13 - Who, Me?

Season 6 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/9/2025

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.

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#14 - Tee'd Off

Season 6 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/9/2025

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.

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#15 - & Son

Season 6 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/9/2025

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.

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#16 - Lost Causes

Season 6 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/9/2025

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.

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7.12

50 votes

#17 - Duct Up

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/29/2022

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.

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7.18

89 votes

#18 - Birthday B.S.

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/12/2021

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.

Directors: Ken Whittingham

Writer: Regina Y. Hicks, Wanda Sykes

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49 votes

#19 - Sista, Sista

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/29/2022

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.

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7.29

21 votes

#20 - Forbidden Fruit

Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/17/2023

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.

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7.29

21 votes

#21 - Need Change

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/17/2023

Lucretia 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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7.29

70 votes

#22 - Joy Ride

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/12/2021

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

Writer: Mark Alton Brown, Regina Y. Hicks, Wanda Sykes

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7.31

36 votes

#23 - Off Beat

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/16/2023

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

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7.36

67 votes

#24 - The Hook-Up

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/12/2021

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.

Directors: Ken Whittingham

Writer: Annie Levine, Jonathan Emerson, Regina Y. Hicks, Wanda Sykes

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7.36

50 votes

#25 - New Growth

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/29/2022

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.

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