On the Up (1990) is a comedy web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch On the Up online in HD.
On the Up — Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
- Created by: John Esmonde, Bob Larbey
- Starring: Joan Sims, Sam Kelly, Jenna Russell, Dennis Waterman, Dora Bryan, Judy Buxton, Vanessa Hadaway
On the Up — Series Details
| First Air Date | 1990-09-04 |
| Seasons | 3 |
| Episodes | 19 |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Language | English |
| Network | BBC One |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 6.8/10 (6 votes) |
On the Up — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Walking Out (1990-09-04) — Tony turns to his chauffeur, secretary and housekeeper for support when his wife walks out.
- E2: Mum (1990-09-11) — Tony's mother is hospitalized with appendicitis; Ruth returns home.
- E3: Mr Burton (1990-09-18) — Tony takes a marquee at the County Show to promote his business.
- E4: Dawn (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 (1990-10-02) — Tony throws a birthday party for his mother; Maggie's father visits
- E6: Douglas (1990-10-09) — Mrs. Wembley gives her good friend Sir Douglas another cooking lesson; Tony and Maggie spend time alone.
- E7: Barbados (1990-10-16) — Tony asks Sam to accompany him to Barbados when Ruth goes to Spain with another man.
Season 2
- E1: After the Holiday (1991-09-06) — Tony and the gang return from Barbados to find a little surprise awaiting them.
- E2: Ruth Makes An Effort (1991-09-13) — Ruth and Tony reconcile; Tony's secretary, Maggie, has trouble being civil to Ruth.
- E3: Maggie Gives Notice (1991-09-20) — Tony's happy to have his whole family home together; Maggie gives her notice.
- E4: Competition (1991-09-27) — Tony finds out another firm is undercutting his prices and decides to plant a mole in the opposition's camp.
- E5: Meeting Jane Webster (1991-10-04) — Tony's marriage hits another rough patch; Mrs. Wembley sets up a date for Sam and Maggie.
- E6: A Date With Jane Webster (1991-10-11) — Tony makes another date with Jane Webster, against Sam's advice; Maggie and Sam go to a football game.
Season 3
- E1: The Golf Tournament (1992-09-28) — The Carpenter household cannot get straight whether they will have a fancy dress party.
- E2: The Fishing Trip (1992-10-05) — Tony and Dawn go fishing, which does not please Ruth.
- E3: Temporary Secretary (1992-10-12) — Dawn arrives for her new job; three of Tony's drivers go home sick; Tony picks up Jane.
- E4: Parental Choice (1992-10-19) — Tony, Mrs. Wembley and Sam act out 'Sunset Boulevard'; Mrs. Wembley auditions gardeners.
- E5: Stephanie (1992-10-26) — Tony's new woman is a hit with everyone except Ruth.
- E6: Divorce (1992-11-02) — Ruth returns home believing divorce is the only option.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does On the Up have? 3 season(s) with 19 episodes.
Who created On the Up? John Esmonde, Bob Larbey.
Where can I watch On the Up? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
