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The Upper Hand
1990·7 Seasons·95 Episodes·★ 7.2
The Upper Hand is a British television sitcom, produced by Central Independent Television and Columbia Pictures Television and broadcast by ITV from 1990 to 1996. The programme was adapted from the American sitcom Who's the Boss?. As in the former series, an affluent single woman, raising a son with the help of her mother, hires a housekeeper only to have a man apply for the job.
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A lighter series choice built around character chemistry, recurring situations, or an easier episode-to-episode rhythm.
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Best suited to viewers who want something approachable that can work as a relaxed or repeat watch.
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Long-form commitment · 7 seasons
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Seasons
Season 1
13 episodes
1990
Season 2
12 episodes
1991
Season 3
13 episodes
1991
Season 4
19 episodes
1992
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Season 5
16 episodes
1993
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Season 6
15 episodes
1995
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Season 7
7 episodes
1996
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