The Uplift

Watch The Uplift

  • TV-PG
  • 2022

Anchored by Tony Dokoupil, The Uplift spotlights stories that inspire, motivate and tug at your heart strings.

The Uplift is a series that ran for 2026 seasons (125 episodes) between January 27, 2022 and on Paramount+

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Michael Jordan
13. Michael Jordan
April 11, 2026
Gayle King sits down with Michael Jordan to talk about the basketball super star's newest sports venture: NASCAR. Plus, more heartwarming news.
An adoption story
11. An adoption story
March 28, 2026
A young boy, who showed to the hospital for a procedure alone, gets a happy ending when his doctor adopts
Surfing lessons
10. Surfing lessons
March 14, 2026
A Hawaii man gathers his group of friends to teach surfing lessons to strangers - and there is a powerful reason why they don't charge a cent. Plus, more heartwarming news.
The town of friendly people
9. The town of friendly people
March 7, 2026
The town of St. George, South Carolina, known for its friendly people, shines during a winter blast - not because of their storm preparedness, but because of their kindness. Plus, more heartwarming news.
New York to Florida
6. New York to Florida
February 14, 2026
Two New Yorkers bring their business to Florida to introduce the sunshine state to Big Apple food staples. Plus, a powerful story from David Begnaud about a mother-son duo who are using their life experience to help others.
Landman lesson
5. Landman lesson
January 31, 2026
A professor in Texas cleverly incorporates the popular Paramount+ show "Landman" into his lesson plan. A stranger becomes a friend after he heroically saves an elderly couple. Plus, more heartwarming news.
America the beautiful
4. America the beautiful
January 24, 2026
The Uplift: To mark the 250th anniversary of the United States this year, we are sharing what makes the country great from A to Z. This week, sixth graders share why they find America beautiful.
A surprise from Shaq
3. A surprise from Shaq
January 17, 2026
Shaquille O'Neal steps in to a young 7-foot-3 police recruit from Texas. Plus, a behind-the-scenes look at the reality competition show "The Traitors," and more heartwarming news.
Daddy daughter dance
2. Daddy daughter dance
January 10, 2026
David Begnaud takes us to a Louisiana prison where fatherhood is the focus. He meets inmates who got the chance to take part in a daddy-daughter dance and reconnect with their kids. Plus, more heartwarming news.
New beginnings
1. New beginnings
January 3, 2026
A boy who faced life-changing challenges gets by with help from his friends. A group of retired teachers gets together to continue the passion of helping kids. Plus, more good news.
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Where to Watch The Uplift
The Uplift is available for streaming on the Paramount+ website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Uplift on demand at Apple TV Channels, Paramount+ and Prime.
  • Premiere Date
    January 27, 2022