Created by Greg Daniels.
Upload premiered on May 1, 2020.
Distributed by Amazon Prime Video.
Series Review
Upload is a smart and funny sci-fi show about a digital afterlife where people can keep living online after death.
Season 1 sets up the world with Nathan’s upload to Lakeview, mixing romance, humor, and a mystery about his death.
Season 2 explores more of the company Horizen, workplace drama, and the growing bond between Nathan and Nora.
Season 3 raises the tension with new bosses, powerful AI, and choices that test friendships and love.
Season 4 is shorter but wraps things up, focusing on Nathan’s future, Nora’s decisions, Ingrid’s growth, and the fight against corporate control, though some parts feel rushed.
Overall, Upload is a mix of love story, comedy, and big ideas about technology and class.
It makes you laugh, think, and sometimes feel emotional, leaving viewers with a creative and heartfelt ending.
Ratings
• IMDb: 7.8/10
• Rotten Tomatoes: 88%
• Google Audience Score: 76% liked this TV show.
Upload (TV Series) Actors
Robbie Amell as Nathan Brown
DOB: October 21, 1988.
Bio: Canadian-American actor and producer whose career has spanned teen comedies, sci-fi, and superhero shows.
He first gained notice in projects like The DUFF, The Tomorrow People, and recurring roles on The Flash.
He co-created and produced the indie sci-fi hit Code 8 alongside his cousin Stephen Amell, demonstrating his range both on-screen and behind the camera.
Role: Nathan Brown is a 20-something app developer who dies in a car accident and is “uploaded” to Lakeview.
The series follows his attempts to navigate a virtual afterlife, his complicated relationship with his jealous girlfriend Ingrid, and a slowly-unfolding mystery about his death.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–4 (29 eps).
What to Expect: Nathan is the emotional anchor of the series, blending awkward charm, wit, and vulnerability.
Interesting facts: Robbie Amell is first cousins with Arrow star Stephen Amell. In addition to acting, he is actively involved in producing projects, most notably Code 8 and its sequel.
Notable Works: Code 8, The DUFF, The Tomorrow People, The Flash (recurring).
Andy Allo as Nora Antony
DOB: January 13, 1989.
Bio: Cameroonian-American actress, singer, and songwriter.
Before moving into screen acting, she built a career in music, notably performing with Prince as a singer and guitarist in his New Power Generation band.
Her artistry blends soulful presence with natural charisma, which translates seamlessly into her acting work.
Role: Nora Antony is a customer service “angel” for Horizen, the corporation behind the digital afterlife Lakeview.
She becomes Nathan’s guide after his upload, balancing the demands of her stressful real-world life, including family and financial struggles, with her growing emotional connection to Nathan.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–4 (29 eps).
What to Expect: Nora is practical, compassionate, and increasingly driven to uncover the truth behind Nathan’s death while juggling real-world familial strain.
Interesting facts: Before acting she had a strong music career and has talked in interviews about working with Prince and cooking; these varied talents feed into her grounded, soulful performance.
Notable Works: Pitch Perfect 3, Chicago Fire, multiple solo music albums, and collaborations with Prince.
Allegra Edwards as Ingrid Kannerman
DOB: April 19, 1988.
Bio: American actress best known for her breakout role on Upload.
Born in Denver, Colorado, she studied theatre at Pepperdine University and earned her MFA in acting from the American Conservatory Theater (ACT) in San Francisco.
Role: Ingrid Kannerman is Nathan’s wealthy, controlling, and image-obsessed girlfriend.
Determined to maintain their relationship even after his death, Ingrid goes to extreme lengths, including pretending to upload herself at one point.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–4 (29 eps).
What to Expect: Ingrid is often the show’s foil: glamorous, entitled, and unexpectedly sympathetic in quieter moments.
Interesting facts: Edwards has spoken about the craft of playing a character whose public face masks insecurity, she leans into the show’s satirical layer about status.
Notable Works: Briarpatch, Friends from College, Ghost.
Zainab Johnson as Aleesha Morrison-Downey
DOB: March 22, 1982.
Bio: American stand-up comedian and actress originally from Harlem, New York.
She began her career in comedy, performing nationally before transitioning into acting.
Known for her quick wit, sharp timing, and magnetic stage presence, Johnson has built a strong following both on screen and in stand-up.
Role: Aleesha Morrison-Downey is Nora’s outspoken co-worker at Horizen.
She manages “uploads” like Luke and is equal parts blunt, funny, and loyal.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–4 (29 eps).
What to Expect: Sharp one-liners, emotional loyalty, and a character who grounds the show’s satire with real human feeling.
Interesting facts: Johnson has said her background in stand-up helps her bring spontaneity and honesty to Aleesha’s lines, making the character both hilarious and relatable.
Notable Works: Stand-up specials, 100 Humans (Netflix), guest appearances on late-night and comedy shows.
Kevin Bigley as Luke Crossley
DOB: October 5, 1986.
Bio: American actor born in Yuba City, California.
He trained at DePaul University’s Theatre School in Chicago before moving into television and film.
Bigley built his reputation with comedic and dramatic roles, notably on Sirens (USA Network) and has since become recognized for bringing warmth, humor, and humanity to ensemble projects.
Role: Luke Crossley is a Lakeview resident and Nathan’s closest friend in the digital afterlife.
A former Army corporal, Luke brings loyalty, comic energy, and occasional mischief to Nathan’s journey.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–4 (29 eps).
What to Expect: Warmth, humor, and a storyline that explores life-after and relationships in Lakeview.
Interesting facts: Bigley has said that playing Luke allows him to explore both his comedic instincts and the bittersweet undertones of life and mortality.
Notable Works: Sirens, Stretch, Okie.
Josh Banday as Ivan Spelich
DOB: December 23, 1985.
Bio: American actor and writer, born in California.
He has appeared in both comedy and drama, often portraying witty, grounded characters with sharp timing.
Before landing his role in Upload, Banday guest-starred in shows like The Big Bang Theory and Love.
Role: Ivan Spelich is a Horizen customer service representative and co-worker of Nora and Aleesha.
Initially appearing as a background presence with dry one-liners, Ivan’s role expands across seasons, showing more of his perspective on the ethical and absurd corporate culture of the digital afterlife.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–4 (23 eps).
What to Expect: Workplace satire, quiet comedy, and a support role that becomes more textured as the series progresses.
Interesting facts: His character’s arc reflects the series’ concern with corporate culture and the people inside it.
Notable Works: The Big Bang Theory, Love.
Andrea Rosen as Lucy Slack
DOB: September 29, 1974.
Bio: American comedian, writer, and actress with a strong background in stand-up, improv, and sketch comedy.
She’s appeared in a wide range of comedic projects, often playing quirky, authoritative, or satirical characters.
Role: Lucy Slack is Nora and Aleesha’s overbearing boss at Horizen.
As a corporate middle manager, Lucy is domineering, sharp-tongued, and often the embodiment of bureaucratic absurdity.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–4 (21 eps).
What to Expect: Sharp comedic beats, workplace tension, and occasional vulnerability behind a brittle managerial exterior.
Interesting facts: Rosen’s improv and sketch comedy background helps make Lucy feel larger than life while still grounded.She has also written and created comedic projects outside of acting.
She has also written and created comedic projects outside of acting.
Notable Works: Stella, Flight of the Conchords, Michael & Michael Have Issues.
Owen Daniels as A.I. Guy (and other roles
DOB: N/A.
Bio: American actor and writer, and the son of Upload creator Greg Daniels.
With a background in comedy and writing, he has worked both behind the scenes and on screen.
Role: A.I. Guy, the endlessly polite but oddly unsettling virtual concierge and worker who appears throughout Lakeview.
As the face of Horizen’s automated workforce, he provides comic relief while underscoring the show’s themes of corporate control, dehumanization, and the blurred line between human and machine.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–4 (28 eps).
What to Expect: Meta-humor, clever AI-related arcs, and the show’s exploration of what “job” means for virtual beings.
Interesting facts: Plays multiple parts (A.I. Guy, Boris Netherlands, later B-HBSG) showcasing range and the show’s shifting tech themes.
Notable Works: Space Force (writer), The Office (guest appearance).
William B. Davis as David Choak
DOB: January 13, 1938.
Bio: Canadian actor, director, and acting teacher with a career spanning over six decades.
He is best known worldwide for his iconic role as “The Smoking Man” in The X-Files, which made him one of television’s most recognizable villains.
Role: David Choak is Nathan’s eccentric, wealthy neighbor in Lakeview.
As one of the long-term residents, he embodies the entitlement, quirks, and old-money culture within the digital afterlife.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–4 (16 eps).
What to Expect: Dry wit, generational contrasts, and a character who helps show Lakeview’s social strata.
Interesting facts: Davis began his career as a stage actor and has taught generations of Canadian performers.
Offscreen, he is also an avid water-skier and even published a memoir, Where There’s Smoke…: Musings of a Cigarette Smoking Man.
Notable Works: The X-Files (as The Smoking Man), Continuum.
Jessica Tuck as Vivian “Viv” Brown
DOB: February 19, 1963.
Bio: American actress with an extensive career in both daytime and primetime television.
She is best known for her Emmy-nominated role as Megan Gordon Harrison on One Life to Live, as well as memorable parts in Judging Amy, and True Blood.
Role: Vivian “Viv” Brown is Nathan’s loving but concerned mother.
She appears throughout the series as a grounding presence, offering emotional depth and perspective as she navigates the grief of losing her son while also adjusting to the surreal idea of his existence in Lakeview.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–4 (14 eps).
What to Expect: Family-focused beats that contrast with Lakeview’s corporate satire.
Interesting facts: Tuck has been active in TV and film for over three decades, seamlessly moving between soap operas, network dramas, and genre shows
Notable Works: One Life to Live, True Blood, Judging Amy.
Paulo Costanzo as Matteo
DOB: September 21, 1978.
Bio: Canadian actor with a career spanning film, television, and stage.
He gained early recognition for his breakout role in the comedy Road Trip (2000) and later became widely known for his work on the hit medical dramedy Royal Pains.
Role: Matteo, a charismatic and passionate anti-tech activist.
He becomes a central figure in Season 2, as he and Nora grow closer while she becomes involved with the anti-upload movement.
Seasons & Episodes: S2–3 (7 eps).
What to Expect: A charismatic foil/ally who brings new energy to Nora’s storyline.
Interesting facts: Costanzo’s comedic background lets him play a role that balances charm and emotional stakes.
Notable Works: Road Trip, Royal Pains, Designated Survivor.
Mackenzie Cardwell as Tinsley
DOB: N/A.
Bio: Canadian actress who has appeared in both film and television, steadily building a career with roles in youth-driven and genre projects.
She joined Upload in later seasons, bringing fresh energy and a contemporary presence that reflects the younger generation entering Horizen’s workforce.
Role: Tinsley is introduced as a temp worker at Horizen, representing the precarious nature of corporate labor.
Seasons & Episodes: S2–4 (14 eps).
What to Expect: Sharp takes on gig-economy life, and a character used for both comedy and critique.
Interesting facts: Tinsley’s character is written to satirize the disposability of younger workers in tech companies, making her both comic relief and a mirror for real-world issues.
Notable Works: Upload (primary recent credit).
More Actors
Season 1
• Andy Thompson as Lionel Winters / Professor.
• Barclay Hope as Oliver Kannermam.
• Rhys Slack as Dylan.
• Chris Williams as Dave Antony.
Season 2
• Vince Michaelis as Mildred Kannerman.
• Christine Willes as Janet Boxner.
• Tom Tasse as Brian Choak.
• Jessica Hayles as Rejoyce.
Season 3
• Erin Karpluk as Magruder.
• Bassem Youssef as Miro Mansour.
• Graeme Duffy as Rory Shickleman.
• Ravi Kapoor as Dr. Kapoor.
Season 4
• Lee Majdoub as Jitendra Baskar.
• Dayo Ade as Babatunde.
• Eduard Witzke as Sasha.
• Britney Mocca as Doctor.
FAQ – Upload TV Series
What is Upload about?
A near-future comedy-drama where people can upload their consciousness into a corporate-run digital afterlife called Lakeview.
Will there be a season 5 of Upload?
No, Upload will not have a Season 5. Season 4 is confirmed as the final season, wrapping up the story.
Will there be a spin-off to Upload?
There’s currently no official spin-off for Upload. The series ended with Season 4, which was always planned as the conclusion.
How many seasons and episodes are there?
Four seasons, 29 episodes total (10 + 7 + 8 + 4).
Where is Upload filmed?
Upload was filmed mainly in Vancouver, Canada, with the Lakeview hotel exterior shot at the Mohonk Mountain House in New York.
Interiors and city scenes were mostly done on Vancouver sets and locations.
Where can I watch Upload?
On Amazon Prime Video (it’s an Amazon Prime original).
Conclusion
Upload may not be perfect, but it stands out as one of the most creative sci-fi comedies in recent years.
It mixes sharp satire with heartfelt moments, balancing love, loss, and the impact of technology on our lives.
Each season brings something new, from mystery and romance to workplace humor and deep questions about identity.
While the final season feels a little rushed, it still delivers an emotional payoff and gives closure to the main characters.
For anyone who enjoys stories that make you laugh, think, and care about the people on screen, Upload is worth the watch.