About this season
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 (7)
1. Walking Out
Aired 4 September 1990 • 30 min
Tony turns to his chauffeur, secretary and housekeeper for support when his wife walks out.
2. Mum
Aired 11 September 1990 • 30 min
Tony's mother is hospitalized with appendicitis; Ruth returns home.
3. Mr Burton
Aired 18 September 1990 • 30 min
Tony takes a marquee at the County Show to promote his business.
4. Dawn
Aired 25 September 1990 • 30 min
Ruth returns and accuses Tony of sleeping with Dawn; Tony takes Sam, Maggie and Mrs. Wembley to Stephanie's Open Day at school.
5. Maggie's Dad
Aired 2 October 1990 • 30 min
Tony throws a birthday party for his mother; Maggie's father visits
6. Douglas
Aired 9 October 1990 • 30 min
Mrs. Wembley gives her good friend Sir Douglas another cooking lesson; Tony and Maggie spend time alone.
7. Barbados
Aired 16 October 1990 • 30 min
Tony asks Sam to accompany him to Barbados when Ruth goes to Spain with another man.