Betsy Thomas (Director)

American Housewife

A family comedy narrated by Katie, a strong-willed mother, raising her flawed family in a wealthy town filled with perfect wives and their perfect offspring.

Release Date2016-10-11

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Episode Count1

Vote Count164

Mom

Aan irreverent and outrageous take on true family love‐and dysfunction. Newly sober single mom Christy struggles to raise two children in a world full of temptations and pitfalls. Testing her sobriety is her formerly estranged mother, now back in Christy's life and eager to share passive-aggressive insights into her daughter's many mistakes.

Release Date2013-09-23

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Episode Count2

Vote Count594

Superstore

A hilarious workplace comedy about a unique family of employees at a super-sized mega store. From the bright-eyed newbies and the seen-it-all veterans to the clueless summer hires and the in-it-for-life managers, together they hilariously tackle the day-to-day grind of rabid bargain hunters, riot-causing sales and nap-worthy training sessions.

Release Date2015-11-30

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Episode Count2

Vote Count713

Men At Work

Men at Work is an American comedy series that airs on TBS. The series was created by Breckin Meyer and stars Danny Masterson, Michael Cassidy, Adam Busch, James Lesure and Meredith Hagner. The series premiered on May 24, 2012 at 10 pm. TBS second season premiered on April 4, 2013 with another 10 episode season.

Release Date2012-05-24

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Episode Count2

Vote Count47

The Carmichael Show

From the comedy of Jerrod Carmichael and Nick Stoller ("Neighbors") comes an irreverent sitcom inspired by Jerrod's relationships with his say-anything, contrarian father, his therapist-in-training girlfriend, his ever-hustling brother and his mother who is always, always, always right with Jesus. Taking the next step and moving in together, Jerrod and his girlfriend, Maxine (Amber West), are your average young couple trying to make it in the city. They’re smart, motivated and looking to build a fulfilling life together. The only thing standing in their way is family. Between Jerrod's larger-than-life brother, Bobby (Lil Rel Howery), and his smothering and passionate parents (David Alan Grier, Loretta Devine), Jerrod and Maxine are put to the test navigating the boundaries of romance, family and sanity.

Release Date2015-08-26

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Episode Count3

Vote Count42

My So-Called Life

The life of a 15 year-old high school student, whose angst-ridden journey through adolescence, friendship, parents, and life teaches her what it means to grow up.

Release Date1994-08-25

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Episode Count1

Vote Count143

Alone Together

Esther and Benji are platonic best friends who want nothing more than to be accepted by the vain and status-obsessed culture of Los Angeles. Despite their sometimes contentious relationship, when push comes to shove, they’ve got each other’s back … And they have nobody else to hang out with.

Release Date2018-01-10

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Episode Count1

Vote Count30

My Boys

My Boys follows PJ, a twenty-something professional sportswriter who is looking for love within her world which is dominated by her group of male friends. Her tomboyish, no-nonsense approach to relationships tends to freak out potential suitors which leads her only female friend to advise her to dress and act more feminine.

Release Date2006-11-28

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Episode Count9

Vote Count9

Dr. Ken

Dr. Ken is a brilliant physician with no bedside manner. He is always trying to be a good doctor, as well as a good husband and dad to his two kids. However, these good intentions have a way of driving everyone crazy at both work and at home. Luckily, his therapist wife Allison is just the right partner to keep things sane.

Release Date2015-10-02

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Episode Count1

Vote Count71

Superior Donuts

The relationship between Arthur, the gruff owner of a small donut shop, his enterprising new young employee, Franco, and their loyal patrons in a quickly gentrifying Chicago neighborhood.

Release Date2017-02-02

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Episode Count1

Vote Count44

The Unicorn

A tight-knit group of best friends and family helps Wade embrace his “new normal” in the wake of the loss of his wife. As a sometimes ill-equipped but always devoted single parent to his two adolescent daughters, he is taking the major step of dating again.

Release Date2019-09-16

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Episode Count1

Vote Count36

Abby's

The best bar in San Diego is an unlicensed, makeshift bar nestled in Abby's backyard. There are rules at Abby's: no cell phones, not even to "look something up," earning a seat at the bar takes time, and losing a challenge means drinking a limey, sugary "not-beer" drink.

Release Date2019-03-28

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Episode Count1

Vote Count26

Then Came You

Then Came You is a half-hour sitcom that aired on ABC for two months from March 22, 2000 to April 26, 2000. The show dealt with the romantic relationship between a young man and an older woman. It starred Susan Floyd, Thomas Newton, and Desmond Askew. This was not the first time ABC greenlighted a sitcom with this title; Then Came You was also the proposed title for the show that ultimately became the 1980s sitcom Webster. The title of the short-lived ABC TV series was taken from The Spinners 1974 song of the same name.

Release Date2000-03-22

DepartmentCreator

JobCreator

Vote Count1

Outmatched

A blue-collar couple in Atlantic City tries to raise four kids – three of whom just happen to be certified geniuses.

Release Date2020-01-23

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Episode Count4

Vote Count29

Turner & Hooch

A Deputy Marshal inherits an unruly dog who helps him solve crimes and investigate a family mystery.

Release Date2021-07-21

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Episode Count1

Vote Count242

Run of the House

Since mom and dad have made a temporary move from the frigid winters of Grand Rapids to sunny Arizona to protect dad's health, you'd think it'd be pretty sweet at home for 15-year-old Brooke Franklin. Well, think again. Brooke's brothers, Kurt and Chris and her sister Sally are in charge. Though there is the usual bickering about household responsibilities and personal lifestyles, Brooke's siblings share more than a common gene pool; they also share a real concern about Brooke's well-being and the intention to raise their youngest sister correctly. Unfortunately, they just can't agree how to do it.

Release Date2003-09-11

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Episode Count19

Vote Count3

Home Economics

The heartwarming yet uncomfortable relationship between three adult siblings: one in the 1%, one middle-class and one barely holding on.

Release Date2021-04-07

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Episode Count4

Vote Count42

Nicole Byer: BBW (Big Beautiful Weirdo)

Nicole takes the stage at the Gramercy Theatre for a HOT new set, discussing everything from how she basically is a vegan (she's just doing her part), what she's looking for in a man, and just how crazy this past year-and-a-half has been.

Release Date2021-12-07

DepartmentDirecting

JobDirector

Vote Count15