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Better Things 2016

“Family gets real.”

★ 7.2/10 · 201 votes TV-MA ComedyDrama 5 seasons · 52 eps Ended
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What is Better Things?

Better Things is a television series that premiered in 2016. The show is a comedy and drama that follows the life of Sam Fox, a single, working actor.

Type
TV series
Year
2016
Status
Ended
Episodes
52
Runtime
23 minutes
First aired
Sep 8, 2016
Last aired
Apr 25, 2022
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
FX
Genres
Comedy, Drama
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85 /100 Highly Bingeable
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.9/10
🧠 Narrative Depth9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Bingeable Series #Comedy #Drama
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Better Things is a television series that premiered in 2016. The show is a comedy and drama that follows the life of Sam Fox, a single, working actor. She is a mother trying to raise her three daughters, Max, Frankie, and Duke, in Los Angeles. Her role as a parent is multifaceted, as she serves as both a mother and a father figure to her children, often taking on the responsibilities of a referee and law enforcement officer. The series explores the complexities of family life and the challenges that come with raising children.

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Should you watch it?

“A single, working actor navigates the chaotic demands of raising three daughters in Los Angeles.”

Reasons to watch
  • relatable family dynamics
  • sharp, unfiltered humor
Keep in mind
  • unconventional narrative pacing

Watch it if you enjoy authentic portrayals of motherhood and the complexities of balancing a career with family life.

The series features mature themes and candid language suitable for adult audiences.

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Mytharc (15): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (37): Character development & subplots
Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
Season 1 · 10 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →
Season 2 · 10 episodes Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →
Season 3 · 12 episodes Open the complete Season 3 guide & lore primer →
Season 4 · 10 episodes Open the complete Season 4 guide & lore primer →
Season 5 · 10 episodes Open the complete Season 5 guide & lore primer →
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What is the premise of the show?

The series follows Sam Fox, a single working actor raising three daughters in Los Angeles.

Who are Sam Fox's children?

Her three daughters are named Max, Frankie, and Duke.

What is Sam Fox's profession?

She works as an actor.

Where is the series set?

The show takes place in Los Angeles.

What is the tone of the series?

The show is characterized by an unfiltered and realistic look at the life of a single mother.

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