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: 11/14/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Continuing

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#1 - 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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#2 - Thera Please

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/17/2023

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.

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#3 - 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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#4 - 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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#5 - Slap Happy

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

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.

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#6 - Really, Mama?

Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/17/2023

A 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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#7 - Auto Motives

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/17/2023

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.

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#8 - 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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#9 - 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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#10 - 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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#11 - 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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#12 - 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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48 votes

#13 - 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

85 votes

#14 - 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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7.23

47 votes

#15 - 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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7.27

67 votes

#16 - 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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7.28

47 votes

#17 - 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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7.33

33 votes

#18 - Lane Change

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/16/2023

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.

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7.34

35 votes

#19 - 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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7.37

63 votes

#20 - Maybe Daddy

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/29/2022

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

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7.38

64 votes

#21 - 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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7.42

55 votes

#22 - Bennie's Woman

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

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

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