Ugly Betty
Ugly Betty (2006) Overview "Ugly Betty" is a comedy-drama series that premiered on ABC in 2006 and quickly gained a massive fan base worldwide. An American adaptation of the Colombian series "Yo Soy Betty, La Fea," this production…
Ugly Betty (2006)
Overview
"Ugly Betty" is a comedy-drama series that premiered on ABC in 2006 and quickly gained a massive fan base worldwide. An American adaptation of the Colombian series "Yo Soy Betty, La Fea," this production tells the story of an unconventional young woman trying to carve out a place for herself in the glamorous and competitive world of fashion. The show ran for four seasons and earned praise from both critics and viewers.
The production stars America Ferrera in the lead role, with a supporting cast that includes Eric Mabius, Vanessa Williams, Ana Ortiz, Tony Plana, and Michael Urie. Additionally, Rob Bartlett, who appears as a guest star in the series, added color to several episodes with his distinctive comedic style, delivering enjoyable scenes for viewers during the character's humorous moments. With its visual elegance, sharp dialogue, and depth of character, "Ugly Betty" is remembered as one of the most memorable television productions of the 2000s.
The series received nominations at prestigious awards including the Emmys and the Golden Globes, and won America Ferrera the Golden Globe for Best Actress. This achievement demonstrates that the show was not only entertaining but also an artistically valuable production.
Plot
The story revolves around Betty Suarez, who starts working as an assistant at one of New York's most prestigious fashion magazines despite an appearance and style that don't fit into the fashion world at all. With her eye-catching outfits, unpretentious manner, and sincere personality, Betty stands in complete contrast to the superficial and competitive environment around her. Starting as the assistant to the magazine's young and indecisive editor, Daniel Meade, Betty quickly has to learn how to survive in this glittering yet ruthless world.
While depicting Betty's struggles in her professional life, the series also focuses on her relationships with her family, her personal dreams, and her journey of self-discovery. The clash between the fashion world's superficial values and Betty's genuine, honest character forms the show's central theme. This conflict, filled with both comedic and emotional moments, offers viewers a rich storytelling experience.
Supporting characters are also an important part of the story; Betty's family, coworkers, and rivals at the magazine form a complex web of relationships that fuels both the dramatic and comedic sides of the show. The characters' development over time is one of the elements that draws viewers even further into the story.
Why Should You Watch It?
"Ugly Betty" goes beyond being simply a story about the fashion world, offering a powerful exploration of themes like confidence, identity, and staying true to oneself. The show's greatest strength lies in its realistic, multidimensional characters. Betty is a relatable, sympathetic, and inspiring figure that viewers can easily connect with.
While the series takes a humorous look at the flashy world of the fashion industry, it also carries a critical message about society's beauty standards. This balance offers a viewing experience that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. Additionally, the distinctive personalities and evolving storylines of the supporting characters keep viewers consistently engaged.
Visually rich as well, "Ugly Betty" successfully brings the vibrant, colorful atmosphere of the fashion world to the screen. The costume design and set decoration are elements that strengthen the show's aesthetic appeal. A script that masterfully balances comedy and drama delivers scenes that both make you laugh and move you emotionally.
Who Is It For?
"Ugly Betty" is an ideal choice especially for viewers who enjoy character-driven stories and the comedy-drama genre. Those interested in the fashion world will enjoy the show's entertaining approach to the industry. It also offers a satisfying viewing experience for those drawn to stories exploring family relationships, personal growth, and self-confidence.
Suitable for both young adults and adult viewers, the series is a balanced option for anyone seeking content that is both light and meaningful. Viewers who enjoy long-running series formats and following character development over time will greatly enjoy the four-season journey that "Ugly Betty" offers.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
1. America Ferrera's strong, heartfelt performance makes the character unforgettable.
2. The rich, multidimensional supporting cast adds depth to the story.
3. The critical yet humorous take on the fashion world gives the series its distinctive edge.
Cons:
1. Some storylines can start to feel repetitive as the seasons progress.
2. The show's melodramatic elements may feel excessive for some viewers.
Genre and Tone
The series has a tone that skillfully combines comedy and drama. Humorous dialogue and exaggerated character interactions form the show's light and entertaining side, while themes like family relationships and personal struggles add dramatic depth. This balance makes "Ugly Betty" a viewing experience that is both relaxing and thought-provoking.
Runtime and Viewing Experience
Consisting of four seasons and 85 episodes in total, "Ugly Betty" follows a standard series format with each episode running approximately 42-45 minutes. The fluid structure of the episodes and its intriguing storylines make it easy for viewers to become attached to the show. As the seasons progress, character development becomes more apparent, offering a rewarding long-term viewing experience.
Similar Productions
- Devil Wears Prada (2006)
- Gossip Girl (2007)
- Desperate Housewives (2004)
- Grey's Anatomy (2005)
Final Verdict
"Ugly Betty" is a warm, heartfelt production that tells the real human stories behind the glamorous surface of the fashion world. America Ferrera's unforgettable performance and the show's balanced comedy-drama tone made it one of the most beloved television productions of the 2000s. Exploring universal themes such as identity, self-confidence, and family bonds, the series offers a viewing experience that is both entertaining and meaningful. For anyone seeking a long-running series and who enjoys character-driven stories, "Ugly Betty" is definitely a production worth watching.
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2009 Sezon 1 · 23 bölüm
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Pilot
· 28.09.2006
· 43 dk
Betty has always dreamed of working in the publishing world, but it seems as though there's no place for the non-thin and non-beautiful in the business. People …
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The Box and the Bunny
· 05.10.2006
· 43 dk
Betty loses a book, which is the complete new edition of the magazine and is containing un-retouched photos of a popular actress. She has to find the book befor…
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Queens for a Day
· 12.10.2006
· 43 dk
Betty uses her Queens connections to lure big time photographer Vincent Bianchi to shoot for the magazine. When Bianchi insists that Betty meet him at a posh re…
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Fey's Sleigh Ride
· 19.10.2006
· 43 dk
After Mode is forced to abandon its big Christmas photo shoot because another magazine has copied the idea, Betty forms an uneasy alliance with Marc and Amanda.…
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The Lyin', the Watch and the Wardrobe
· 26.10.2006
· 43 dk
It's Halloween and Betty is in for a series of frightful experiences, ranging from showing up dressed for the Mode costume contest until she learns that there i…
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Trust, Lust, and Must
· 02.11.2006
· 43 dk
Wilhelmina deals with the strong character of her daughter while Betty and Hilda try to gather $20,000 to save their father from deportation.
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After Hours
· 09.11.2006
· 43 dk
Betty takes a break from her escalating family troubles when she's assigned to review a posh new hotel. Meanwhile, Daniel is dismayed when Sofia Reyes and her t…
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Four Thanksgivings and a Funeral
· 16.11.2006
· 43 dk
To his dismay, Daniel must attend his family's Thanksgiving gathering at the Country Club. Meanwhile, Amanda and Marc create their own gathering at Mode and the…
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Lose the Boss
· 23.11.2006
· 43 dk
Betty is left alone during an important photo shoot during which the photographer, Bruno, has come up with questionable concepts. Meanwhile, Daniel wants people…
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Fake Plastic Snow
· 30.11.2006
· 43 dk
While everyone at Mode is celebrating Christmas, Betty is questioning her relationship with Walter and the feelings she has for Henry. Meanwhile, Daniel is sure…
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Swag
· 04.01.2007
· 43 dk
Christina's swag lottery, with the Mode closet clothes and accessories, creates a feeding frenzy among the office fashionistas, while Betty wears herself out he…
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Sofia's Choice
· 11.01.2007
· 43 dk
Betty meets a look-a-like -- Ruthie, an editorial assistant at MYW Magazine who dresses and looks like her. Meanwhile, Daniel is in for a surprising revelation …
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In or Out
· 18.01.2007
· 43 dk
While Daniel is still suffering from his break up with Sofia, Betty is doing her best to get him back to work and over Sofia. Meanwhile, Wilhelmina decides who …
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I'm Coming Out
· 01.02.2007
· 43 dk
Betty has her job cut out for her getting prepared for Mode's huge event during New York City's Fashion Week. Meanwhile, Marc and Amanda can't delay getting the…
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Brothers
· 08.02.2007
· 43 dk
Alexis' shocking announcement causes great commotion at both Mode and the Meade home. Betty tries to maintain the peace and order at Mode, however, she is about…
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Derailed
· 15.02.2007
· 43 dk
Daniel reconnects with Grace Chin, a girl he once stood up for a date in college, and who is now New York City's top lawyer. Meanwhile, Betty befriends Charlie,…
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Icing on the Cake
· 15.03.2007
· 43 dk
Daniel keeps secret from Alexis the fact that he is the one who hired Grace to defend their father, something which Wilhelmina uses to bring the siblings apart.…
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Don't Ask, Don't Tell
· 22.03.2007
· 43 dk
Betty is in for some wild drama when Marc's mother stops by, given that the latter doesn't seem to know that her son is gay and Betty acts as his girlfriend to …
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Punch Out
· 19.04.2007
· 43 dk
The Meades are in for some troubling times when a tell-all writer in possession of Fey Sommer's diaries starts stalking the family. Meanwhile, Betty has a hard …
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Petra-Gate
· 26.04.2007
· 43 dk
After seeing her working relationship with Daniel, her close friendship with Christina, and her chance to date Henry all fall apart, Betty is left with no choic…
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Secretaries' Day
· 03.05.2007
· 43 dk
Betty struggles with a dilemma as she attempts to bail her family out of a financial crisis while juggling with the task of planning MODE's big assistants week …
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A Tree Grows in Guadalajara
· 10.05.2007
· 43 dk
The Suarez family travel to Mexico in a effort to help Ignacio obtain a US Visa and find out more about their true family roots, especially Ignacio's real ident…
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East Side Story
· 17.05.2007
· 43 dk
Betty and Henry's romance heats up. Meanwhile, Wilhelmina makes great strides in her ambitious power play, as Daniel descends further in a downward spiral. The …
Sezon 2 · 18 bölüm
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How Betty Got Her Grieve Back
· 27.09.2007
· 43 dk
Betty's life is turned into turmoil after the numerous upsetting events that have recently occurred. Despite all this, she refuses to accept the fact that Henry…
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Family/Affair
· 04.10.2007
· 43 dk
Betty gets a little overwhelmed about Wilhelmina's brand new hunky bodyguard. Plus, Henry returns to pay for insurance, which has Betty concerned about their r…
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Betty's Wait Problem
· 11.10.2007
· 43 dk
Even though Henry is kind of back in her life, Betty finds herself annoyed and yet intrigued by the new sandwich guy, Giovanni. Meanwhile, everyone at Mode pre…
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Grin and Bear It
· 18.10.2007
· 43 dk
Betty gets into trouble in her writing class when she submits a pre-written MODE story written by a woman who survived a bear attack (hence the title). Alexis …
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A League of Their Own
· 25.10.2007
· 43 dk
Betty tries internet dating and she gets asked out; Marc attracts the attention of a photographer that Marc doesn't see as attractive; Wilhelmina tries to prove…
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Something Wicked This Way Comes
· 01.11.2007
· 43 dk
Betty and Henry secretly go on a date to see Wicked, but Daniel, thinking that her date is Gio, gives two tickets to Betty and Gio and Gio does not want to give…
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A Nice Day for a Posh Wedding
· 08.11.2007
· 43 dk
As Wilhelmina prepares for her flamboyant wedding, she quickly realizes that her maid of honor, Victoria Beckham, is stealing all her thunder. Meanwhile, Betty …
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I See Me, I.C.U.
· 15.11.2007
· 43 dk
Following the wedding fiasco, Wilhelmina wastes no time and plots her next move to conquer Mode. Meanwhile, Betty tries her best to regain Daniel's affections.
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Giving Up the Ghost
· 22.11.2007
· 43 dk
A crisis caused by Wilhelmina has the team at Mode struggling to meet a deadline under extreme time constraints. Consequently, Alexis is forced to flirt with th…
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Bananas for Betty
· 06.12.2007
· 43 dk
Henry and Betty go on a double date with Hilda and Gio. Wilhelmina tries to change her image as the queen of mean but fails miserably.
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Zero Worship
· 10.01.2008
· 43 dk
When Justin and his classmates visit Mode, Betty is bothered by the message the magazine is sending across to the kids and encourages Daniel to use ordinary wom…
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Odor in the Court
· 17.01.2008
· 43 dk
Wilhelmina tries to becomes part of the Meade family by any means necessary. Amanda withholds evidence and Betty applies a deadly perfume made by Fey Sommers.
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A Thousand Words by Friday
· 24.01.2008
· 43 dk
Betty is assigned to interview a novelist. Amanda and Marc may have uncovered who Amanda's biological father is. Daniel unknowingly dates Wilhelmina's sister.
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Twenty-Four Candles
· 24.04.2008
· 43 dk
Betty plans to spend her 24th birthday accompanied by Henry, but Charlie's sudden appearance jeopardizes her plans. Meanwhile, Wilhelmina plots against Renee an…
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Burning Questions
· 01.05.2008
· 43 dk
Renee becomes convinced that Betty is in love with Daniel and thus starts a rivalry between the two for his affections. In the meantime, Gina returns to Queens …
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Betty's Baby Bump
· 08.05.2008
· 43 dk
Betty decides to patch things up with Charlie by throwing her an unforgettable baby shower. Meanwhile, Hilda decides to confront Justin's teacher after learning…
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The Kids Are Alright
· 15.05.2008
· 43 dk
Betty finds her attempts to suppress her feelings for Gio useless when the two end up chaperoning Justin's school dance together. Meanwhile, Amanda agrees to do…
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Jump
· 22.05.2008
· 43 dk
Betty finds herself in a dilemma between Henry and Gio when each makes a romantic offer to her. Meanwhile, a softball game between ELLE and Mode has rivals Wilh…
Sezon 3 · 24 bölüm
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The Manhattan Project
· 25.09.2008
· 43 dk
Betty must make a life-altering decision about what to do with her life. Meanwhile, Ignacio lands a job at a fast food restaurant while Wilhelmina forces Daniel…
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Filing for the Enemy
· 02.10.2008
· 43 dk
Wilhelmina, getting ready for her first issue as editor, offers Betty a job as her assistant. Meanwhile, Daniel learns he will have to undergo a custody battle …
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Crimes of Fashion
· 09.10.2008
· 43 dk
A tragic accident leaves the Mode staff stunned and Betty must find out what really happened when a detective comes looking for answers. Meanwhile, Ignacio lear…
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Betty Suarez Land
· 16.10.2008
· 43 dk
Gio returns to town, forcing Betty to attempt to make amends. However, Gio resists her attempts to make things right. Meanwhile, Daniel must cope with shocking …
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Granny Pants
· 23.10.2008
· 43 dk
Kimmie Keegan goes to Betty for help in finding a job. Meanwhile, Daniel decides to try a matchmaking service and gets a shocking "perfect" match. Elsewhere, Ju…
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Ugly Berry
· 30.10.2008
· 43 dk
Betty finds herself competing with Kimmie who finally shows her true colors, and new citizen Ignacio prepares to vote for the first time.
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Crush'd
· 06.11.2008
· 43 dk
Betty wants to be noticed by her cute neighbor, Jesse, by coming home later each night. Meanwhile, Amanda unexpectedly moves in with Betty after having nowhere …
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Tornado Girl
· 13.11.2008
· 43 dk
Betty needs Daniel's help to prevent a PR nightmare for the magazine. The problem is, he's unreachable at a company retreat.
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When Betty Met YETI
· 20.11.2008
· 43 dk
Competition gets fierce when Betty and Marc both apply to YETI, the Young Editors Training Program that could be their ticket out of assistant-land.
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Bad Amanda
· 04.12.2008
· 43 dk
Amanda and Betty are forced to work together for an article called "How I Blew Ten Grand Without Spending a Dime."
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Dress for Success
· 08.01.2009
· 43 dk
Betty juggles work and family without much success as she struggles to impress her idol, Jodie Papadakis (guest star Bernadette Peters), the editor running YETI…
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Sisters on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown
· 22.01.2009
· 43 dk
Betty finds herself stuck between work and home life as she tries her best to appease both Hilda; Daniel, Molly, Connor and Wilhelmina.
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Kissed Off
· 05.02.2009
· 43 dk
Betty comes up with a solution to deal with her personal problems but she has her sexy neighbor Jesse who keeps her distracted from her goals. Daniel does his b…
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The Courtship of Betty's Father
· 12.02.2009
· 43 dk
It's Claire's 60th birthday and Betty makes her a video which reveals some unintentional footage of Mrs Meade. Also, Daniel and Wilhelmina are finding it hard h…
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There's No Place Like Mode
· 19.02.2009
· 43 dk
Fashion Week hits town which causes problems for the staff at Mode. Betty has to split her time between working on her Yeti assignment and working with a new de…
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Things Fall Apart
· 26.02.2009
· 43 dk
Betty and Marc team up together to analyse Mode's budget. Matt continues with his pursuit to win Betty while she deals with some startling news on Facebook by a…
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Sugar Daddy
· 05.03.2009
· 43 dk
The Suarez family attempt to buy their rented house from their landlord. Ignacio goes head to head with Frankie Burrata, a celebrity chef. While everyone in Mod…
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A Mother of a Problem
· 12.03.2009
· 43 dk
Betty meets Matt's mother, but the meeting turns into a disaster. Meanwhile, Wilhelmina comes up with a way to solve the company's cash problem; Daniel deals wi…
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The Sex Issue
· 19.03.2009
· 43 dk
Daniel and Wilhelmina make Mode's issue based on sex to spice things up. Matt is hesitant to take the next step with Betty. Marc and Amanda provide Betty with a…
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Rabbit Test
· 30.04.2009
· 43 dk
Daniel hatches up an idea to boost the Mode's financial situation after discovering that Betty and her family have been invited to the home of Matt's obscenely …
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The Born Identity
· 07.05.2009
· 43 dk
Baby William is the unlikely hold up in Mode receiving the money it needs to save the company, whilst Hilda is asked to help with a political campaign.
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In the Stars
· 14.05.2009
· 43 dk
Betty, Matt and Marc come together in order to succeded in their final YETI project, a photo session with singer, Adele. Love is in the air for one lucky couple…
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Curveball
· 21.05.2009
· 43 dk
Just as Betty agrees to move in with Matt, Henry pays a visit to NYC, forcing Betty to admit she still has feelings for her former fiancé.
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The Fall Issue
· 21.05.2009
· 43 dk
The sudden death of a Mode editor leaves Betty and Marc competing for the same job. Meanwhile, Matt lets his jealousy over Henry get the best of him.
Sezon 4 · 20 bölüm
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The Butterfly Effect (1)
· 16.10.2009
· 43 dk
Betty finds that everything is changing as she begins her new job as associate features editor, especially since her boss is her ex-boyfriend, Matt Hartley, who…
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The Butterfly Effect (2)
· 16.10.2009
· 43 dk
Betty gets to run her own Mode photo shoot at the United Nations to promote their anti-malaria initiative, "Nothing but Nets," but her big opportunity becomes a…
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Blue On Blue
· 23.10.2009
· 43 dk
Betty tries to get a scoop with Gucci's new designer, Evan York, through Hilda's customer, Sammy. Marc tries to stop her by getting Amanda and Matt to stage a s…
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The Wiener, the Bun and the Boob
· 30.10.2009
· 43 dk
Betty has Marc as be her temporary assistant thanks to Wilhelmina. Betty ends up covering the worst jobs in New York as an assignment but she needs to dress up …
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Plus None
· 06.11.2009
· 43 dk
At Wilhelmina's fund-raiser for Tibetan orphans Matt asks someone to be his partner. Daniel hires Natalie as his assistant, making Betty feel unneeded. Daniel f…
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Backseat Betty
· 13.11.2009
· 43 dk
Hilda has doubts over her relationship with Archie after seeing an old flame Bobby Talercio. Marc helps Justin to fit in high school by telling him to become fr…
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Level (7) with Me
· 27.11.2009
· 43 dk
Daniel hands over the power to the Community of the Phoenix to run Mode. Betty steps in to help Daniel with Bennet. She comes up with an cunning plan with the h…
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The Bahamas Triangle
· 04.12.2009
· 43 dk
Betty, Matt and Amanda's love triangle in the Bahamas reaches boiling point. Betty has trouble with a photo shoot when Penelope Graybridge steals the shoot from…
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Be-Shure
· 11.12.2009
· 43 dk
Ignacio prepares a romantic dinner for his Jean. Betty and Hilda take the Be-Shure instant pregnancy tests. Meanwhile, Hartley gets Denise Ludwig to fill in for…
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The Passion of the Betty
· 06.01.2010
· 43 dk
When Betty becomes concerned that she and Matt are spending too much time together, she tries to give him something else to be passionate about -- a surprise ga…
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Back in Her Place
· 13.01.2010
· 43 dk
A battered but unbowed Betty recounts her worst week EVER to Mr. Z as the show flashes back to her horrible last few days. Frustrated over the frivolous assignm…
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Blackout!
· 20.01.2010
· 43 dk
Betty invites Hilda and Justin to stay for dinner after Justin's acting class audition, but they decline. Living alone in her, Betty realizes that she misses Ma…
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Chica and the Man
· 03.02.2010
· 43 dk
Wilhemina is livid when she lays eyes on drag queen impersonator - Wilhediva Hater. Betty and Daniel go through a rough patch as she wins an award for her blog.…
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Smokin' Hot
· 10.02.2010
· 43 dk
Daniel helps Betty to cover a low-priority show. Betty discovers a new designer, Marisa, and decides to promote her however she faces stiff competition from Mar…
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Fire and Nice
· 10.03.2010
· 43 dk
To speed along the investigation into her house fire, Betty is pressured to date an annoying fireman. Wilhemina tries to prove to Don, an old flame from her pas…
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All The World's A Stage
· 17.03.2010
· 43 dk
Justin is enjoying his acting class with his eccentric teacher, Lena Korvinka. When Betty thinks there might be a problem with him and his friends, Austin and L…
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Million Dollar Smile
· 24.03.2010
· 43 dk
In the episode, Betty Suarez finally has her braces removed, but only after she enters a dream sequence in which she sees what her life would be like if she had…
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London Calling
· 31.03.2010
· 43 dk
Hilda is planning her wedding, which is getting closer and asks Betty about the plans for her bachelorette party. Betty tells her that she's planned a champagne…
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The Past Presents the Future
· 07.04.2010
· 43 dk
As Hilda's wedding approaches, Betty asks Daniel to be her guest, Amanda tries to set Marc up with soap opera star Spencer Cannon, Justin wonders whether he can…
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Hello Goodbye
· 14.04.2010
· 43 dk
The episode focuses on Betty Suarez struggling to tell her friend and boss, Daniel Meade about her new job in London. At the same time, Betty's sister, Hilda tr…
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