Better Things (2016)

Synopsis

Sam Fox is a single, working actor with no filter trying to raise her three daughters – Max, Frankie and Duke – in Los Angeles. She is mom, dad, referee and the cops.

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Where to watch

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• Hulu

Buy

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• Apple TV Store
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Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Pamela Adlon as Sam Fox
• Celia Imrie as Phil
• Mikey Madison as Max
• Hannah Riley as Frankie
• Olivia Edward as Duke
• Diedrich Bader as Rich
• Kevin Pollak as Marion
• Rebecca Metz as Tressa
• Rosalind Chao as Caroline
• Mather Zickel

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• Family Guy
• Shameless
• Futurama
• Late Show with David Letterman
• Alice
• Hacks
• Weeds
• Shameless

BingeNext's take

If you’re into shows that mix comedy and drama in a way that feels real and raw, Better Things is a great pick. It follows Sam Fox, a single working actor in Los Angeles who’s juggling the chaos of raising her three daughters, Max, Frankie, and Duke, without much of a filter. The show captures the ups and downs of parenting and life with a kind of honesty that’s both funny and touching. Pamela Adlon leads the cast with a natural charm that makes you root for Sam as she plays mom, dad, and referee all at once. With five seasons and 52 episodes, each about 23 minutes long, it’s perfect for binge-watching when you want something that’s easy to get into but still meaningful. If you like shows like Shameless or Family Guy but want something a bit more grounded, this one’s worth your time.