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The Upper Hand

  • 7 Series
  • 94 Episodes
  • Category: Classic Comedy & Sitcom
  • Subtitles available

Popular long-running sitcom starring Diane Weston, Joe McGann, and Honor Blackman. When Caroline Wheatley wants to hire a housekeeper, the last thing she expects is for a man to apply.

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All episodes for series 2 of The Upper Hand

  • S2 E1 · Christmas Special: Requiem

    Caroline and Laura fear that Charlie is in debt to the Mafia.

  • S2 E2 · Common Entrance

    Joanna has the last word when Charlie and Caroline clash over her choice of school.

  • S2 E3 · When Worlds Collide

    Caroline gets more than she bargained for when she offers to host Charlie's poker game.

  • S2 E4 · Wedding Bells: Part 1

    A family wedding brings everyone to the south of France, but Caroline misses out.

  • S2 E5 · Wedding Bells: Part 2

    Caroline is in Cannes for her ex-husband's wedding, and is preparing for a custody battle.

  • S2 E6 · Cupid's Arrows

    Domestic sitcom. Love is in the air for Charlie and Caroline - if Tom gets his way.

  • S2 E7 · The Babysitter

    Domestic sitcom. Charlie persuades a reluctant Caroline to let Joanna babysit.

  • S2 E8 · Playing to Win

    Caroline blames Charlie when Tom tries too hard in a gymnastics competition.

  • S2 E9 · The Heiress

    Domestic sitcom. Laura is mysteriously named in a billionaire's will.

  • S2 E10 · A Friend in Need

    A spoiled neighbour who has been jilted by her husband moves into Caroline's house.

  • S2 E11 · And the Winner Is...

    Domestic sitcom. Charlie helps Caroline cope with both victory and defeat.

  • S2 E12 · She's My Girl

    Domestic sitcom. Tom moves out after accusing Charlie of stealing his girlfriend.

  • S2 E13 · The Anniversary

    Charlie celebrates his first anniversary as Caroline's housekeeper with a romantic meal.

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