On The Up
Season 2
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.
Where to Watch Season 2
6 Episodes
- After the Holiday
E1After the HolidayReturning from holiday with his staff Tony finds Ruth in his bed. She is anxious to make a fresh start with him but,knowing the mutual antipathy that exists between her and his staff,he has to be extra diplomatic. When his mother comes to visit,announcing that she would like to move in, everybody expects Ruth to react badly but she is surprisingly welcoming. - Ruth Makes An Effort
E2Ruth Makes An EffortTony's mum comes to live with him and,whilst Ruth promises to make the effort to get on with her,they are soon disagreeing. Mum identifies with the staff and wants to eat with them whilst Ruth believes that a formal family dinner is in order. Maggie confesses to Mum that she dislikes Ruth but it is the older Mrs Carpenter who,deciding to muck in and help out,drives the cleaning lady away. - Competition
E4CompetitionHaving carpeted dim driver Chalky Smith for moonlighting Tony assumes that similar practice by other drivers is responsible for the fall in his returns but,having sent Dawn undercover,learns that he is being under-cut by ruthless younger rival Jimmy Quinn. Using Chalky as his inside man Tony devises a plan that will leave Quinn substantially out of pocket whilst Tony undercuts him even further. - Meeting Jane Webster
E5Meeting Jane WebsterTony's mother decides to move back to London,believing she is the reason Ruth is living apart from her son. She goes to see her and tells her not to be a part-time wife though it has little effect and Ruth stays in the flat. Tony takes Stephanie back to school,where he meets Jane Webster,a charming and down-to-earth single parent and they go for a meal together. It is not long before the staff know all about it.
