Betty in New York has quietly become one of the more dependable comedies currently available. The 1-season run is exactly the right length for what it is doing. An 8/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Elyfer Torres's performance alone is worth the time investment. Available now — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Betty in New York is not trying to be everything to everyone, and that focus is exactly what makes it work. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Betty in New York from the crowd. Betty is a young Latina in New York who, rejected in multiple jobs, accepts one below her qualifications in the fashion industry. Amid the glamor and business, the war between the pretty and the ugly, Betty grows and faces the biggest challenge of her life: love. Between them, Elyfer Torres and Cesar Bono carry the comedy without ever forcing it. It first aired in 2019. Betty in New York earns its laughs from character rather than situation, which is why it does not wear thin the way pure farce tends to. The hit rate here is high enough that skipping ahead never feels like an option.

For viewers who want something light without wanting something stupid, Betty in New York respects your intelligence. The Jeffersons is the obvious comparison, but Betty in New York earns its own place alongside it. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single week. Elyfer Torres is funny in a way that holds up on rewatch. Put it on when you need something guaranteed to land.

Betty in New York wrapped up in 2019, created by Valentina Párraga and Sandra Velasco — and 1 season is available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.