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 - 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.
#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?
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
#21 - 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.
#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.
#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.
#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.
