Netflix’s hit sitcom The Upshaws is gearing up for its penultimate season, Part 6, set to premiere globally on January 9, 2025. Joining the returning ensemble cast are Phil Morris, Cynthia Bailey, and Nene Leakes, who bring new energy to the beloved series. Fans can get their first glimpse of the season through the newly released trailer.
The main cast is back, including Mike Epps as Bennie, Kim Fields as Regina, Wanda Sykes as Lucretia, Jermelle Simon as Bernard “Bennie” Upshaw Jr., Journey Christine as Maya, Khali Spraggins as Aaliyah, and Diamond Lyons as Kelvin. The show will continue its tradition of mixing humor with heartfelt family dynamics.
Netflix’s synopsis teases plenty of twists:
“In this upcoming part, the Upshaws continue to ride life’s ups and downs, including new jobs, bigger dreams, health struggles, and some major life surprises—but still hanging on with the love that comes with family.”
This season comprises ten episodes, written by a talented team led by co-showrunners and creators Regina Hicks and Wanda Sykes. Additional writers include Annie Levine, Jonathan Emerson, Devon Shepard, and more. Hicks and Sykes also serve as executive producers alongside Mike Epps, Page Hurwitz, and Niles Kirchner.
Part 6 marks the start of the show’s concluding chapters. Netflix previously announced that The Upshaws would end with Part 7, set to include 12 episodes and bring the series’ total to 60. Production for the final episodes began in November 2024 and is scheduled to wrap in March 2025. While no release date has been set for Part 7, fans can expect it to debut later in 2025.
Reflecting on the series finale, Wanda Sykes shared, “A heartfelt thanks to Netflix for letting us send off The Upshaws with this fifth and final season. We’re excited to give the show and the fans a proper farewell.”
Since its debut in 2021, The Upshaws has been a fan favorite, following the lives of Bennie Upshaw (Mike Epps), a well-meaning but flawed mechanic, and his wife Regina (Kim Fields), as they navigate the challenges of raising a blended family in Indianapolis. The show has been praised for its relatable humor, strong performances, and authentic portrayal of a working-class Black family.
The latest trailer highlights the family’s resilience as they face life’s surprises and struggles while staying connected through love and laughter.
Fans can check out the trailer for The Upshaws: Part 6 now and prepare for the season’s release on January 9, 2025.
Stay tuned for updates on Part 7, and don’t miss this next chapter of The Upshaws as it continues to deliver heartwarming moments and laughs.
