Back To One

She’s wonderful in comedies like “Man Up” and dramas like "No Escape,” but Lake Bell shines brightest in material she writes and directs herself, like her indie hit "In A World." Now the mega-talented multi-hyphenate has joined forces with Liz Meriwether (“New Girl”) on the ABC sit-com “Bless This Mess.” We talk about the benefits and challenges of writing, directing and starring in a network show; knowing when to land the joke slightly off the landing pad; and doing it all as a mom.