On the Up

6.3(5)|1990-09-04|3 seasons, 19 episodes

Comedy

Overview

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.

Episodes

Season 1(7)Season 2(6)Season 3(6)

S1E1 · 1990-09-04 · 30m

Walking Out

Tony turns to his chauffeur, secretary and housekeeper for support when his wife walks out.

S1E2 · 1990-09-11 · 30m

Mum

Tony's mother is hospitalized with appendicitis; Ruth returns home.

S1E3 · 1990-09-18 · 30m

Mr Burton

Tony takes a marquee at the County Show to promote his business.

S1E4 · 1990-09-25 · 30m

Dawn

Ruth returns and accuses Tony of sleeping with Dawn; Tony takes Sam, Maggie and Mrs. Wembley to Stephanie's Open Day at school.

S1E5 · 1990-10-02 · 30m

Maggie's Dad

Tony throws a birthday party for his mother; Maggie's father visits

S1E6 · 1990-10-09 · 30m

Douglas

Mrs. Wembley gives her good friend Sir Douglas another cooking lesson; Tony and Maggie spend time alone.

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Joan Sims

Sam Kelly

Jenna Russell

Dennis Waterman

Dora Bryan

Judy Buxton

Vanessa Hadaway