Why is the story called The Way Up to Heaven?

The story is called “The Way Up to Heaven” because Mrs. Foster’s path to heaven on earth comes from killing her husband by leaving him trapped in an elevator heading up in their six-story New York home. Her husband is a sadistic man, and she feels free with him gone.

What happens to Mr Foster in The Way Up to Heaven?

In the Tales of the Unexpected episode, the Fosters’ home is moved to Hampstead, London and Mr Foster becomes an Englishman, but Mrs Foster is depicted as an American expatriate (played by Julie Harris) returning to New York by air.

Why is Mrs Foster upset with her husband at the beginning of The Way Up to Heaven?

Expert Answers Mrs Foster has a phobia and an obsession with being on time for everything. At the beginning of the story we learn that her husband has a penchant for the opposite: He likes to arrive late or leave two minutes late for most activities.

What crucial decision did she finally make?

What does she finally decide to do? She says to the chaffeur that Mr. Foster will take a later cab so they could just leave for the airport now.

What is Mrs Foster’s first name?

Madame Foster Her imaginary friend is Mr. Herriman, whom she imagined when she was a child and never gave up, and is the only one who can control him. Like Bloo, Madame Foster occasionally becomes hyperactive and mischievous. However, there are times she is shown to be the wisdom of the house.

Where does Mr Foster plan to stay while Mrs Foster is away?

As they drive, Mr. Foster says that he arranged everything with the servants, giving them half-pay for six weeks, and he will telegram when he wants them back. He will be staying at the club while she is gone, only occasionally stopping by the house to get the mail.

Why is Mrs Foster upset with her husband at the beginning of the way up to heaven?