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John Esmonde
On the Up
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.
Top Cast
Joan Sims
Sam Kelly
Jenna Russell
Dennis Waterman
Dora Bryan
Judy Buxton
Vanessa Hadaway
Seasons
Season 1 (1990)
No overview available.
7 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: Walking Out
1990-09-04Tony turns to his chauffeur, secretary and housekeeper for support when his wife walks out.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 2: Mum
1990-09-11Tony's mother is hospitalized with appendicitis; Ruth returns home.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 3: Mr Burton
1990-09-18Tony takes a marquee at the County Show to promote his business.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 4: Dawn
1990-09-25Ruth returns and accuses Tony of sleeping with Dawn; Tony takes Sam, Maggie and Mrs. Wembley to Stephanie's Open Day at school.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 5: Maggie's Dad
1990-10-02Tony throws a birthday party for his mother; Maggie's father visits
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 6: Douglas
1990-10-09Mrs. Wembley gives her good friend Sir Douglas another cooking lesson; Tony and Maggie spend time alone.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 7: Barbados
1990-10-16Tony asks Sam to accompany him to Barbados when Ruth goes to Spain with another man.
Runtime: 30 min
Season 2 (1991)
No overview available.
6 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: After the Holiday
1991-09-06Tony and the gang return from Barbados to find a little surprise awaiting them.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 2: Ruth Makes An Effort
1991-09-13Ruth and Tony reconcile; Tony's secretary, Maggie, has trouble being civil to Ruth.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 3: Maggie Gives Notice
1991-09-20Tony's happy to have his whole family home together; Maggie gives her notice.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 4: Competition
1991-09-27Tony finds out another firm is undercutting his prices and decides to plant a mole in the opposition's camp.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 5: Meeting Jane Webster
1991-10-04Tony's marriage hits another rough patch; Mrs. Wembley sets up a date for Sam and Maggie.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 6: A Date With Jane Webster
1991-10-11Tony makes another date with Jane Webster, against Sam's advice; Maggie and Sam go to a football game.
Runtime: 30 min
Season 3 (1992)
No overview available.
6 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: The Golf Tournament
1992-09-28The Carpenter household cannot get straight whether they will have a fancy dress party.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 2: The Fishing Trip
1992-10-05Tony and Dawn go fishing, which does not please Ruth.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 3: Temporary Secretary
1992-10-12Dawn arrives for her new job; three of Tony's drivers go home sick; Tony picks up Jane.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 4: Parental Choice
1992-10-19Tony, Mrs. Wembley and Sam act out 'Sunset Boulevard'; Mrs. Wembley auditions gardeners.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 5: Stephanie
1992-10-26Tony's new woman is a hit with everyone except Ruth.
Runtime: 30 minEpisode 6: Divorce
1992-11-02Ruth returns home believing divorce is the only option.
Runtime: 30 min
