On the Up
1990•30m•6.8/10
Comedy
Ratings
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6.8/10(6)
On the Up is a British sitcom written by Bob Larbey about a self-made millionaire and his staff of domestic helpers who he treats like family, much to the annoyance of his upper class wife. The show ran for three series, from 1990 to 1992.
Language
EN
Status
Ended
First Aired
September 4, 1990
Last Aired
November 2, 1992
Networks
BBC One
Created By
John Esmonde, Bob Larbey
Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season
E1
Walking Out
Air date: 1990-09-04
Tony turns to his chauffeur, secretary and housekeeper for support when his wife walks out.
E2
Mum
Air date: 1990-09-11
Tony's mother is hospitalized with appendicitis; Ruth returns home.
E3
Mr Burton
Air date: 1990-09-18
Tony takes a marquee at the County Show to promote his business.
E4
Dawn
Air date: 1990-09-25
Ruth returns and accuses Tony of sleeping with Dawn; Tony takes Sam, Maggie and Mrs. Wembley to Stephanie's Open Day at school.
E5
Maggie's Dad
Air date: 1990-10-02
Tony throws a birthday party for his mother; Maggie's father visits
E6
Douglas
Air date: 1990-10-09
Mrs. Wembley gives her good friend Sir Douglas another cooking lesson; Tony and Maggie spend time alone.
E7
Barbados
Air date: 1990-10-16
Tony asks Sam to accompany him to Barbados when Ruth goes to Spain with another man.
Cast
Joan Sims
Sam Kelly
Jenna Russell
Dennis Waterman
Dora Bryan
Judy Buxton
Vanessa Hadaway
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