The Upshaws
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.
Seasons
1. Birthday B.S.
Air Date: 2021-05-12
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.
2. The Hook-Up
Air Date: 2021-05-12
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.
3. Joy Ride
Air Date: 2021-05-12
A customer entrusts his sleek ride with its secret compartment to Bennie. Duck overstays his welcome at the Upshaw residence. Regina eyes a promotion.
4. Big Plans
Air Date: 2021-05-12
As Regina tries to land a better job at a different organization, Bennie’s friends get in his ear about her looking to level up her life without him.
5. Ridin' Dirty
Air Date: 2021-05-12
Regina juggles family duties with work and studying for the GMAT, but Bennie doesn’t help lighten the load — and she reaches a boiling point.
6. Last Straw
Air Date: 2021-05-12
When Tasha gets into an accident, Bennie comes up with a solution — without telling Regina. Meanwhile, conflicts erupt between other family members.
7. Yard Sale
Air Date: 2021-05-12
After Regina throws Bennie out, she starts cleaning house. Bennie tries his old tricks to get back in her good graces. Lucretia's affair takes a turn.
8. Night Out
Air Date: 2021-05-12
Regina goes to her work party solo while Bennie has his own fun with the guys. Lucretia and Bennie get drunk together, and Bernard reveals his truth.
9. Gloves Off
Air Date: 2021-05-12
When Bennie tries to live a healthier lifestyle, he winds up in a boxing ring with an emotional Bernard. Maya struggles with a school bully.
10. The Backslide
Air Date: 2021-05-12
With Bennie back in the house and bonding more with the kids, Regina's frustrations start to show. After she takes the GMAT, the family comes together.
1. Maybe Daddy
Air Date: 2022-06-29
When a surprise comes knocking on the family’s front door, Regina points the finger at Bennie and pushes Bernard to wise up.
2. Bennie's Woman
Air Date: 2022-06-29
A suspicious Lucretia conducts a thorough investigation. Meanwhile, a big misunderstanding leads to a bigger mistake as Bennie attempts to close a deal.
3. Testing, Testing
Air Date: 2022-06-29
When Regina retakes the GMAT, Lucretia struggles to keep order in the house. Bennie and the crew scramble to get the shop up to code for an inspection.
4. Control Issues
Air Date: 2022-06-29
Regina is determined to throw a budget-friendly birthday party for Maya until Lucretia takes over. Bennie tries to bribe his way out of a lawsuit.
5. Duct Up
Air Date: 2022-06-29
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.
6. New Growth
Air Date: 2022-06-29
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.
7. Sista, Sista
Air Date: 2022-06-29
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.
8. Goin' In
Air Date: 2022-06-29
After their blowout, Lucretia takes time for herself while Regina gets fed up at work. Bennie fears he's losing Kelvin. All drama leads back to the shop.
9. The Unforgiven
Air Date: 2023-02-16
With Bennie and Lucretia in a pinch, a jobless Regina must drum up cash fast — and try to hide the situation from the kids.
10. Home Repairs
Air Date: 2023-02-16
Frustrated with his job at the garage, Bennie starts a new business closer to home. Aaliyah yearns to fit in. Bernard's relationship hits a bump.
11. Treading Water
Air Date: 2023-02-16
After running into a roadblock on her job search, Regina takes advantage of funemployment. Bennie gets a fancy new gig, and Aaliyah seeks a new friend.
12. Off Beat
Air Date: 2023-02-16
In need of a break, Regina crashes Lucretia's homecoming weekend. Bernard attempts to connect with his daughter. Aaliyah deals with a friendship breakup.
13. Lane Change
Air Date: 2023-02-16
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.
14. Heart Wants
Air Date: 2023-02-16
After having a strange dream, Regina thinks of what could have been. Lucretia receives a tempting offer. Bennie's back issues cause problems at the shop.
15. Heart Matters
Air Date: 2023-02-16
An unexpected crisis puts the family on edge and forces Regina to take a pause. Meanwhile, Lucretia and Bennie handle responsibilities at home.
16. Now What
Air Date: 2023-02-16
The family sends Regina off as she takes on a new endeavor, but a sudden change of plans has Lucretia and Bennie worried about her — and the future.
1. Thera Please
Air Date: 2023-08-17
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.
2. Need Change
Air Date: 2023-08-17
Lucretia receives life-changing news after agreeing to fund Bernard's business. When therapy with Bennie uncovers hard truths, Regina has a breakthrough.
3. Forbidden Fruit
Air Date: 2023-08-17
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.
4. Slap Happy
Air Date: 2023-08-17
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.
5. Really, Mama?
Air Date: 2023-08-17
A surprise visitor puts Bennie's loyalties to the test. Lucretia secures a new source of income that makes her circumstances more challenging.
6. Auto Motives
Air Date: 2023-08-17
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.
7. Hail Mary
Air Date: 2024-04-18
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?
8. Electric Feels
Air Date: 2024-04-18
The family adjusts to their new living situation. Bennie works to get his electric vehicle certification. Aaliyah tries to keep her boyfriend a secret.
9. Background Checkered
Air Date: 2024-04-18
Bennie meddles in Aaliyah's relationship, sparking memories of him meeting Regina's parents. Maya's school play about Black history riles Lucretia up.
10. Girl Trouble
Air Date: 2024-04-18
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.
11. Ain't Broke
Air Date: 2024-04-18
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.
12. Do I?
Air Date: 2024-04-18
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.
1. Gone, But...
Air Date: 2025-01-09
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.
2. She's Back
Air Date: 2025-01-09
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.
3. Running Numbers
Air Date: 2025-01-09
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.
4. Hold Up
Air Date: 2025-01-09
Bennie's blabbermouth puts Regina in a dangerous situation. Lucretia's feelings are hurt when she takes Aaliyah to tour a prospective college.
5. Grifter, Grifter
Air Date: 2025-01-09
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.
6. Who, Me?
Air Date: 2025-01-09
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.
7. Tee'd Off
Air Date: 2025-01-09
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.
8. & Son
Air Date: 2025-01-09
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.
9. Lost Causes
Air Date: 2025-01-09
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.
10. Buy Now
Air Date: 2025-01-09
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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Rating
7.9/10
Release Date
2021-05-12
Episodes
48 (4 seasons)
Status
Returning Series
Cast
Videos
Production Companies
Push It Productions