The Upshaws
Netflix | Release Date: May 12, 2021
8.4
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Universal acclaim based on 7 Ratings
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EludiumQ36Feb 25, 2022
"The Upshaws" (S01, 10eps, 1/2hr, Netflix) is a fairly harmless sitcom featuring a "young" black family trying to make ends meet. The "young" is questionable since the parent stars are in their 50s but the kids range from elementary school to"The Upshaws" (S01, 10eps, 1/2hr, Netflix) is a fairly harmless sitcom featuring a "young" black family trying to make ends meet. The "young" is questionable since the parent stars are in their 50s but the kids range from elementary school to UPS driver. The humor is ethnically cutting and sharp, and they use the N-word on themselves more than a few times, but you'll hear no calls to cancel them or their show, because racial hypocrisy is a thing. Speaking of which, the few Euro-Americans on the show are either stupid, mean, or both so that's fresh. Look, the show is decent enough to keep your attention and make you laugh at times while it attempts to show black-culturally relevant issues in a humorous light. The season finale has a mildly interesting hook for a second season that's been granted.… Expand
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MindurbidnissJun 8, 2021
One of the few shows on Netflix that are actually funny. Great chemistry between a cast that are relatable without being caricatures or complete stereotypes. If you're a fan of shows like Sanford and Son or My Wife and Kids, you'll probablyOne of the few shows on Netflix that are actually funny. Great chemistry between a cast that are relatable without being caricatures or complete stereotypes. If you're a fan of shows like Sanford and Son or My Wife and Kids, you'll probably enjoy this. I do have one issue, not with the show, but with the reception of the show. The disparity between user ratings and critic ratings is so vast, it makes one wonder about the credibility of either.… Expand
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CaprettaMay 12, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This first episode lacks of inclusivity a little bit. I'm sure the others will be better.… Expand
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Phagin3May 14, 2021
Great family drama about a lower-middle class Black family. Kim Shields and Wanda are fire. The two little girls are cute snd funny. The men at the shop have great chemistry together, and the older son is hot. He has a great story line.Great family drama about a lower-middle class Black family. Kim Shields and Wanda are fire. The two little girls are cute snd funny. The men at the shop have great chemistry together, and the older son is hot. He has a great story line. I’m happy to see LGBT representation in the Black community. I’m also glad to see toxic masculinity snd step families addressed.… Expand
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Giovanni7590May 15, 2021
I really hope this show gets a second season Wanda Sykes did a amazong Job with this show
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anoyes19Aug 8, 2023
Funny and enjoyable! I like Wanda Sykes, Kim Fields, and Jermelle Simon's characters the most. I hope Netflix keeps the show going.
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