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The Upper Hand (1990)

TV Series ★ 7.2 30 min

Comedy

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.

Blake Hunter Creator

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Released
May 1, 1990
Runtime
30 min
IMDb
tt0098939
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Cast

Honor Blackman Honor Blackman Laura West Kellie Bright Kellie Bright Joanna Burrows Joe McGann Joe McGann Charlie Burrows Diana Weston Caroline Wheatley William Puttock Tom Wheatley

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Upper Hand about?
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.
Who created The Upper Hand?
The Upper Hand was created by Blake Hunter.
Who stars in The Upper Hand?
The Upper Hand stars Honor Blackman, Kellie Bright, Joe McGann, Diana Weston.
When was The Upper Hand released?
The Upper Hand is a 1990 comedy series.
Where can I watch The Upper Hand?
You can watch The Upper Hand with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.