7.2
Where can I stream One-Upmanship legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for One-Upmanship in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
One-Upmanship
1976·Show
One-Upmanship fingerprint
Very funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace4
- Tension3
- Adrenaline1
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Wholesome5
- Hopefulness4
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and satire
- Wit & Wordplay9
- Satire & Parody9
- Situational Comedy7
World
Everyday modern life and society
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout dialogue and performances
- Dialogue Quality9
- Acting8
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
Very highPlenty of sharp wit and satire
Expect plenty of sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay9Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and society
Its world is built around everyday modern life and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumStandout dialogue and performances
The dialogue and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization2Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every show. Select a row to see all of them.
About
A quintessentially British comedy-of-manners. Based at the fictional Yeovil College of Lifemanship, Richard Briers plays Stephen Potter and is joined by Peter Jones as the snooty Gatling-Fenn and Frederick Jaeger, complete with monocle, playing Cogg-Willoughby. "The world is divided into two types of people," Potter says, "winners and losers, the one-up and the one-down. He who is not one-up is surely one-down".
British ComedySocial SatireWit & WordplayManners ComedyIntellectual HumorQuizzical ObservationHuman FoiblesClever DialogueCharacter StudyDry Humor
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Titles like One-Upmanship
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: One-Upmanship
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with One-Upmanship
One-Upmanship1976 · Show
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Portlandia (2011)Becker (1998)Yes Minister (1980)Fisk (2021)King of the Hill (1997)All in the Family (1971)Office Space (1999)Tires (2024)Still Game (2002)The Vicar of Dibley (1994)The IT Crowd (2006)Chappelle's Show (2003)Roseanne (1988)Yes, Prime Minister (1986)Abbott Elementary (2021)Boston Legal (2004)I'm Alan Partridge (1997)Superstore (2015)Kopps (2003)Keeping Up Appearances (1990)Maamla Legal Hai (2024)Welcome to the Sticks (2008)Peep Show (2003)Tash ma Tash (1993)Letterkenny (2016)The Odd Couple (1968)Seinfeld (1989)The Thick of It (2005)Barareh Nights (2005)Spin City (1996)Motherland (2017)Close Enough (2020)This Country (2017)Sarabhai vs Sarabhai (2004)The Closet (2001)Adults (2025)English Teacher (2024)Frasier (1993)Extras (2005)Derek (2013)Dave Chappelle: Killin' Them Softly (2000)A.P. Bio (2018)Comidark Films 2: Insane (2020)CM101MMXI Fundamentals (2013)The Golden Girls (1985)Suburgatory (2011)My Name Is Earl (2005)Materialists (2025)The Jeffersons (1975)Samantha Who? (2007)What's in a Name (2012)Trying (2020)The Russians Are Coming! The Russians Are Coming! (1966)The Royle Family (1998)Trading Places (1983)Stromberg (2004)Hello Ladies (2013)A Bit of Fry & Laurie (1989)An Idiot Abroad (2010)What About Bob? (1991)Father Ted (1995)Murphy Brown (1988)Citizen Ruth (1996)Clerks (1994)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about One-Upmanship
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is One-Upmanship worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does One-Upmanship have?
3 seasons
It has 3 seasons with 17 episodes of about 30 minutes each.
Is One-Upmanship based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
When did One-Upmanship air?
S1S2S3
It ran from 1976 to 1978 and has ended.
What language is One-Upmanship in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.