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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
After running into red tape, Bennie hustles to keep the garage afloat. Regina scrambles to spin a past mistake that could blow up her campaign.
Guest stars Leonard Earl Howze, Michel Estime, Lamont Thompson, Jenifer Lewis, Phil Morris, Kim Coles, Mele Ihara
Episode 2
As the race heats up, Lucretia pushes Regina to fight dirty. Bernard juggles work and parenting. Bennie and the crew hit the road to restock their stash.
Guest stars Leonard Earl Howze, Michel Estime, Ayaamii Sledge, Phil Morris, Amanda Christine, Theodore Russell Jones, Erik Estrada Loaiza, Nikki Star
Episode 3
When Frank loses a tangle with a treadmill, Lucretia's vulnerable side emerges. An ambitious sales promotion at the garage drives Bennie to the brink.
Guest stars Leonard Earl Howze, Michel Estime, Ayaamii Sledge, Lamont Thompson, Matt Champagne, Kenny Howell, Anna Levin
Episode 4
Lucretia helps Regina polish her pitch. A shady customer makes Bennie a tempting offer. Bernard's attempt at adulting gets messy.
Guest stars Diamond Lyons, Leonard Earl Howze, Michel Estime, Emilio Rivera, Darryl Wesley, Joseph Keane, Shandra Graham, Christopher Michael Parker
Episode 5
Soul food and tough love fuel a family meeting about Kelvin's future. Lucretia gets chilly when Frank would rather hit the slopes than snuggle.
Guest stars Diamond Lyons, Gabrielle Dennis, Daria Johns, Leonard Earl Howze, Chris Wu, Lamont Thompson, Jenifer Lewis, Marvin Telp
Episode 6
A busted sports car could be Bennie's ticket out of money trouble. Seeking endorsements, Regina discovers that politics can be a ruthless game.
Guest stars Michel Estime, Phil Morris, Tim Bagley, Moe Jeudy-Lamour, Scarface, Ernest Lee Thomas
Episode 7
Bennie and Aaliyah bond over an unlikely sport. Regina and Spencer square off in a debate. Bernard refuses to get kicked to the curb.
Guest stars Leonard Earl Howze, Michel Estime, Kym Whitley, Phil Morris, Mariel Martínez
Episode 8
Lucretia isn't thrilled when Bennie puts a mechanic with a past on the payroll. Regina struggles to balance her dreams with her day job.
Guest stars Daria Johns, Leonard Earl Howze, Michel Estime, Dewayne Perkins, Dawan Owens, Bobby McGee, Dominique Witten, Brooklyn Bailey
Episode 9
Regina gets a reality check during a campaign stop at a nursing home. A familiar face stirs up emotions at the gym. Aaliyah receives exciting news.
Guest stars Daria Johns, Leonard Earl Howze, Michel Estime, Dayna Dooley, Dewayne Perkins, Lamont Thompson, Dawan Owens, Yvette Nicole Brown
Episode 10
Family chaos complicates Regina's big day. Bennie faces a turning point for the shop's survival. Bernard and Hector come to Maya's rescue.
Guest stars Dewayne Perkins, Lamont Thompson, Bill Bellamy
Episode 11
A helping hand sparks family friction when Lucretia opens her checkbook one time too many. Bennie's shortcut to success leaves him with a stack of IOUs.
Guest stars Diamond Lyons, Michel Estime, Lamont Thompson, Kym Whitley, Vladimir Perez, Steve Moulton, Alan Aymie, Gogo Lomo-David
Episode 12
The Upshaws face change with heart and humor as they juggle overdue endings, new beginnings and an ethical dilemma.
Guest stars Diamond Lyons, Gabrielle Dennis, Daria Johns, Leonard Earl Howze, Michel Estime, Ayaamii Sledge, Chris Wu, Lamont Thompson
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
