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Better Things

TV·2016–2022·FX·Drama, Comedy, Family·35m·6.7·Created by Pamela Adlon, Louis C.K.

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Better Things is a semi-autobiographical vehicle for Pamela Adlon similar to the way "Louie" is for CK. It centers on Sam, a working actor with no filter trying to earn a living, navigate her daughters' lives, have fun with a friend or two and also — just maybe — squeeze in some private time once in a while.

Cast

Pamela AdlonPamela AdlonSam FoxCelia ImrieCelia ImriePhilMikey MadisonMikey MadisonMaxHannah RileyHannah RileyFrankieOlivia EdwardOlivia EdwardDukeKevin PollakKevin PollakMarion

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