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.
#1 - & 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.
#2 - 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.
#3 - 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?
#4 - 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.
#5 - 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.
#6 - 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.
#7 - 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.
#8 - 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.
#9 - 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.
#10 - 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.
#11 - 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.
#12 - 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.
#13 - 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.
#14 - 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.
#15 - 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.
#16 - 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.
#17 - 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.
#18 - 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.
#19 - The Black-Lash
Season 7 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/15/2026
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.
#20 - Save Face
Season 7 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/15/2026
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.
#21 - Gone Awry
Season 7 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/15/2026
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.
#22 - Indy Streets
Season 7 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/15/2026
Lucretia helps Regina polish her pitch. A shady customer makes Bennie a tempting offer. Bernard's attempt at adulting gets messy.
#23 - Cold Shoulder
Season 7 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/15/2026
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.
#24 - Hole-y Hell
Season 7 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/15/2026
A busted sports car could be Bennie's ticket out of money trouble. Seeking endorsements, Regina discovers that politics can be a ruthless game.
#25 - Great Points
Season 7 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/15/2026
Bennie and Aaliyah bond over an unlikely sport. Regina and Spencer square off in a debate. Bernard refuses to get kicked to the curb.