The Upper Hand

1990•5 series•Entertainment / Comedy
Available on ComedyXtra
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A former footballer Charlie Burrows moves from a deprived area of London to leafy Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire to make a better life for his daughter, by taking a job as housekeeper for a well-off advertising executive.

You Shall Go to the Ball: Episode Image
Episode 10You Shall Go to the Ball

Laura borrows Caroline's identity to crash a society ball and quickly gets out of her depth.

To Let or Not to Let: Episode Image
Episode 11To Let or Not to Let

Charlie and Caroline clash over who should rent Caroline's cottage, mixing business with bias.

Big Bad Burrows: Episode Image
Episode 12Big Bad Burrows

A school fundraiser boxing match drags Charlie into a contest with more pride than sense.

Working Girls: Episode Image
Episode 13Working Girls

Charlie agrees to let Joanna spend a week with him on work experience. However, she soon wishes she was back at school. (S4, E13)

A Model Grandmother: Episode Image
Episode 14A Model Grandmother

Charlie and Caroline finally admit they are in love, but Charlie insists on keeping it secret.

The Manageress: Episode Image
Episode 15The Manageress

While Caroline recovers from a sprained ankle, Charlie's possessive care starts to alarm her.

Wish You Were Here: Episode Image
Episode 16Wish You Were Here

Joanna is allowed to attend a party, but drinking too much leaves her dangerously ill.

Walk on the Mild Side: Episode Image
Episode 17Walk on the Mild Side

Caroline's biggest client is shot, leaving Charlie and Laura with some awkward explanations to make.

Take Your Pick: Episode Image
Episode 18Take Your Pick

Charlie repays an old favour by taking on a friend's unruly daughter as a housekeeper.

Tunnel of Love: Episode Image
Episode 19Tunnel of Love

After Laura is stood up, Charlie takes her and Caroline to the casino as planned.

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