Betsy Brandt
Known for
Marie Schrader, the kleptomaniac sister-in-law dressed in purple in 'Breaking Bad' (2008-2013), made Betsy Brandt a familiar face to a generation of viewers, a role she revisited in 'Better Call Saul' (2022). Born in Bay City, Michigan in 1973 and trained at the University of Illinois and in classical theatre, she balanced Albuquerque's darkness with network comedy, playing Michael J. Fox's wife in 'The Michael J. Fox Show' (2013-2014) and Heather in the ensemble sitcom 'Life in Pieces' (2015-2019). Her register is the ordinary woman rendered vivid: warm, brittle, funny and capable of sudden emotional depth.
Betsy Brandt
20 Movies
28 Series
Marie Schrader, the kleptomaniac sister-in-law dressed in purple in 'Breaking Bad' (2008-2013), made Betsy Brandt a familiar face to a generation of viewers, a role she revisited in 'Better Call Saul' (2022). Born in Bay City, Michigan in 1973 and trained at the University of Illinois and in classical theatre, she balanced Albuquerque's darkness with network comedy, playing Michael J. Fox's wife in 'The Michael J. Fox Show' (2013-2014) and Heather in the ensemble sitcom 'Life in Pieces' (2015-2019). Her register is the ordinary woman rendered vivid: warm, brittle, funny and capable of sudden emotional depth.
Movies
Plays Banker
Magic Mike
2012
Plays Kathryn Royce
The Valet
2022
Plays Judy
Run Sweetheart Run
2020
Plays Topanga
Straight Up
2020
Plays Gigi
Between Us
2016
Plays Anne
Fall Risk
2024
Plays Anya Grillo
Killing Eleanor
2020
Plays Tess Daniels/ Galanica
FANatic
2017
Plays Madame Zaleski
Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life
2012
Plays Fiona Sanders
Landline
2017
Plays Claire
Claire in Motion
2017
Plays Jeanine
We the Coyotes
2018
TV Shows
Plays Heather Short
Life in Pieces
2015
Plays Marie Schrader
Breaking Bad
2008
Plays Annie Henry
The Michael J. Fox Show
2013
Plays Mia Thomas
Saint X
2023
Plays Sandy
Parenthood
2010
Plays Barbara Sanderson
Masters of Sex
2013
Plays Stephanie Novak
Pearson
2019
Plays Dawn
Love, Victor
2020
Plays Caroline
The Unicorn
2019
Plays Libby Coulter
Without a Trace
2002
Plays Joanna Gibbs
Private Practice
2007
Plays Karen Banks
Medical Investigation
2004
Plays Dawn Hanson
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
2000
Plays Lynda Hobbs
The Practice
1997
Plays Karen Randall
Close to Home
2005
Plays Nono
Hallmark Hall of Fame
1951
Plays Franny Myers
ER
1994
Plays Gwen Richards
Boston Legal
2004
Plays Natalie Roberts
Fairly Legal
2011
Plays Dr. Kids
Childrens Hospital
2008
Plays Marie Schrader
Better Call Saul
2015
Plays Barbara Swain
NCIS
2003
Plays Nurse Jocelyn (voice)
American Dad!
2005
Plays Colleen Stewart
A Million Little Things
2018
Plays Caitlin
Soulmates
2020
Plays Kara
Accused
2023
Plays Sofia Trokey
The Guardian
2001
Plays Katherine
Mayfair Witches
2023
Latest Trailers
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Adult Children
Full Filmography
Adult Children
Lisa
2025
Film
Fall Risk
Anne
2024
Film
Saint X
Mia Thomas · 8 episodes
2023–
TV
Accused
Kara · 1 episode
2023–
TV
Mayfair Witches
Katherine
2023–
TV
The Grotto
Alice Kendall
2022
Film
The Valet
Kathryn Royce
2022
Film
Love, Victor
Dawn · 4 episodes
2021
TV
Killing Eleanor
Anya Grillo
2020
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Betsy Brandt and where are they from?
Betsy Brandt is 53 years old, born on March 14, 1973 in Bay City, Michigan, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Betsy Brandt?
Betsy Brandt is best known for roles in Magic Mike, The Valet, Run Sweetheart Run.
How many movies has Betsy Brandt been in?
Over a 28-year career (since 1998), Betsy Brandt has appeared in 20 movies and 28 TV shows.
What was Betsy Brandt's first movie?
The career of Betsy Brandt began with Confidence (1998).
What is Betsy Brandt's most recent movie or series?
Betsy Brandt's most recent release is Adult Children, which premiered on June 19, 2025.
What TV shows has Betsy Brandt appeared in?
On television, Betsy Brandt has appeared in Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, NCIS.
Betsy Brandt
1973-03-14 · Bay City, Michigan, USA
Betsy Ann Brandt is an American actress. She portrayed Marie Schrader in Breaking Bad (2008–2013) and played Heather Hughes in the CBS sitcom Life in Pieces (2015–2019).