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.
DirectorPaul Harrison
CreatorsJohn Esmonde, Bob Larbey
Walking Out
Sep 4, 1990
Tony turns to his chauffeur, secretary and housekeeper for support when his wife walks out.
Mum
Sep 11, 1990
Tony's mother is hospitalized with appendicitis; Ruth returns home.
Mr Burton
Sep 18, 1990
Tony takes a marquee at the County Show to promote his business.
Dawn
Sep 25, 1990
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
Oct 2, 1990
Tony throws a birthday party for his mother; Maggie's father visits
Douglas
Oct 9, 1990
Mrs. Wembley gives her good friend Sir Douglas another cooking lesson; Tony and Maggie spend time alone.
Barbados
Oct 16, 1990
Tony asks Sam to accompany him to Barbados when Ruth goes to Spain with another man.
