Exclusive Interview: **Justine Bateman** Goes Off-Script on Hollywood, Politics, and Her New Sitcom

From 'Family Ties' to 'Men Behaving Badly' to Her New Show, 'Man Up!'

Justine Bateman has been a part of our lives for decades. From her breakout role as Mallory Keaton on 'Family Ties' to her starring role in 'Men Behaving Badly', Bateman has always been known for her wit, intelligence, and candor. So when we got the chance to sit down with her for an exclusive interview, we jumped at the opportunity.

Bateman's new sitcom, 'Man Up!', is a hilarious and thought-provoking look at modern relationships. The show follows the lives of three couples as they navigate the ups and downs of love, marriage, and parenting. Bateman plays Annie, a successful career woman who is struggling to find a balance between her personal and professional life.

In our interview, Bateman talked about everything from her new show to her thoughts on the current state of Hollywood and politics. She was candid, insightful, and funny, and we left feeling like we had a better understanding of one of the most talented and fascinating women in entertainment.

On Her New Show, 'Man Up!'

'Man Up!' is a show about modern relationships. It's about the challenges that couples face, the compromises they make, and the love that keeps them together. I think it's a show that everyone can relate to, no matter what their relationship status is.

I play Annie, a successful career woman who is struggling to find a balance between her personal and professional life. She's married to Jack (played by Dan Bucatinsky), a stay-at-home dad who is trying to find his own identity. They have two kids, and they're all trying to figure out how to make it work.

I think what makes 'Man Up!' so special is that it's a show about real people. The characters are flawed, they make mistakes, but they love each other and they're committed to making their relationships work.

On Her Thoughts on the Current State of Hollywood

I think Hollywood is in a state of flux right now. The old guard is being challenged by a new generation of filmmakers who are telling different stories and taking more risks. I think it's a really exciting time to be in the industry.

I also think that Hollywood is becoming more inclusive. There are more opportunities for women, people of color, and LGBTQ people to tell their stories. I think it's important that we continue to push for inclusivity and diversity in Hollywood.

On Her Thoughts on the Current State of Politics

I think the current state of politics is a mess. I'm not going to get into specifics, but I think we need to do a better job of listening to each other and trying to understand different points of view.

I also think it's important to remember that we're all in this together. We need to work together to make the world a better place.