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Bennie Upshaw, the head of a Black working class family in Indianapolis, is a charming, well-intentioned mechanic and lifelong mess just trying his best to step up and care for his family and tolerate his sardonic sister-in-law, all without a blueprint for success.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Bennie Upshaw, the head of a Black working class family in Indianapolis, is a charming, well-intentioned mechanic and lifelong mess just trying his best to step up and care for his family and tolerate his sardonic sister-in-law, all without a blueprint for success.
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Episode 1
When a surprise comes knocking on the family’s front door, Regina points the finger at Bennie and pushes Bernard to wise up.
Guest stars Page Kennedy, Michel Estime, Sharifa Oliver, Ayaamii Sledge, April Hale
Episode 2
A suspicious Lucretia conducts a thorough investigation. Meanwhile, a big misunderstanding leads to a bigger mistake as Bennie attempts to close a deal.
Guest stars Daria Johns, Page Kennedy, Leonard Earl Howze, Michel Estime, Sharifa Oliver, April Hale, Alexis Landry
Episode 3
When Regina retakes the GMAT, Lucretia struggles to keep order in the house. Bennie and the crew scramble to get the shop up to code for an inspection.
Guest stars Gabrielle Dennis, Page Kennedy, Leonard Earl Howze, Michel Estime, Ayaamii Sledge, Chris Wu, Robert Buscemi
Episode 4
Regina is determined to throw a budget-friendly birthday party for Maya until Lucretia takes over. Bennie tries to bribe his way out of a lawsuit.
Guest stars Daria Johns, Leonard Earl Howze, Michel Estime, Dewayne Perkins, Anais Lee, Lamont Thompson, Joachim Powell
Episode 5
Regina plots to win over her boss at work. Lucretia dines with an old flame. Bennie lands in a tight spot. The kids are left to look after themselves.
Directed by Phill LewisGuest stars Daria Johns, Michel Estime, Dayna Dooley, Diane Delano, Ayaamii Sledge, Lamont Thompson, Keith Walker
Episode 6
A crisis forces Regina to seek out Tasha's services. At the shop, Lucretia tries to talk sense into Bennie. Aaliyah and Maya have a sibling squabble.
Directed by Phill LewisGuest stars Gabrielle Dennis, Leonard Earl Howze, Michel Estime, Chris Williams, Kevin Stidham, Rosalind Russell
Episode 7
With their unfiltered sister in town, Lucretia and Regina let a few things off their chests. Not to be outdone by Noah, Bennie makes a pricey purchase.
Guest stars Leonard Earl Howze, Chris Wu, Kym Whitley, Maya Nalli, Ronin Lee, Karen Armstrong
Episode 8
After their blowout, Lucretia takes time for herself while Regina gets fed up at work. Bennie fears he's losing Kelvin. All drama leads back to the shop.
Guest stars Gabrielle Dennis, Daria Johns, Page Kennedy, Michel Estime, Dayna Dooley, Dewayne Perkins, Anais Lee, Ayaamii Sledge
Episode 9
With Bennie and Lucretia in a pinch, a jobless Regina must drum up cash fast — and try to hide the situation from the kids.
Guest stars Daria Johns, Page Kennedy, Michel Estime, Dayna Dooley, Sharifa Oliver, Shaw Jones, Dani Woodson, Derek Yates
Episode 10
Frustrated with his job at the garage, Bennie starts a new business closer to home. Aaliyah yearns to fit in. Bernard's relationship hits a bump.
Guest stars Page Kennedy, Michel Estime, Dewayne Perkins, Anais Lee, Ayaamii Sledge, Layla Crawford, Nomsa Mlambo, Mateo Pollock
Episode 11
After running into a roadblock on her job search, Regina takes advantage of funemployment. Bennie gets a fancy new gig, and Aaliyah seeks a new friend.
Guest stars Daria Johns, Page Kennedy, Michel Estime, Maxwell Glick, Chris Williams, Chad Doreck, Melinda Chilton, Scott Cooper Ryan
Episode 12
In need of a break, Regina crashes Lucretia's homecoming weekend. Bernard attempts to connect with his daughter. Aaliyah deals with a friendship breakup.
Guest stars Daria Johns, Dayna Dooley, Ayaamii Sledge, Sheila E., Leonard Roberts, Kim Yarbrough, Ethan Corn, Dino Shorte
Episode 13
Regina makes adjustments at her new job. Aaliyah believes Maya is possessed and sets out to film her. Kelvin’s return causes friction among the family.
Guest stars Daria Johns, Dawan Owens, Charmel Catrell, Bobby McGee, Shatiana Banks
Episode 14
After having a strange dream, Regina thinks of what could have been. Lucretia receives a tempting offer. Bennie's back issues cause problems at the shop.
Guest stars Leonard Earl Howze, Michel Estime, Chris Wu, Lamont Thompson, Dawan Owens, Bobby McGee, C.W. Smith, Renda Pettis
Episode 15
An unexpected crisis puts the family on edge and forces Regina to take a pause. Meanwhile, Lucretia and Bennie handle responsibilities at home.
Guest stars Dayna Dooley, Lamont Thompson, Tasia Sherel, Jessica Buda, Elise Falanga, Brett Bartlett
Episode 16
The family sends Regina off as she takes on a new endeavor, but a sudden change of plans has Lucretia and Bennie worried about her — and the future.
Guest stars Gabrielle Dennis, Leonard Earl Howze, Michel Estime, Dewayne Perkins, Chris Wu, Lamont Thompson, Chris Williams, Dawan Owens
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Mike EppsBennie Upshaw
Kim FieldsRegina
Wanda SykesLucretia
Diamond LyonsKelvin
Khali SpragginsAaliyah
Gabrielle DennisTasha
Journey ChristineMaya
Jermelle SimonBernard
Netflix
Naptown ProductionsUnited States
