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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.
Status
Ended
Created By
John Esmonde, Bob Larbey
Network
BBC One
Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
Episodes
Walking Out
Tony turns to his chauffeur, secretary and housekeeper for support when his wife walks out.
Mum
Tony's mother is hospitalized with appendicitis; Ruth returns home.
Mr Burton
Tony takes a marquee at the County Show to promote his business.
Dawn
Ruth returns and accuses Tony of sleeping with Dawn; Tony takes Sam, Maggie and Mrs. Wembley to Stephanie's Open Day at school.
Maggie's Dad
Tony throws a birthday party for his mother; Maggie's father visits
Douglas
Mrs. Wembley gives her good friend Sir Douglas another cooking lesson; Tony and Maggie spend time alone.
Barbados
Tony asks Sam to accompany him to Barbados when Ruth goes to Spain with another man.
Top Cast
Joan Sims
Sam Kelly
Jenna Russell
Dennis Waterman
