Fox orders full seasons of Ben and Kate, The Mindy Project

Fox has commissioned full seasons of comedies Ben and Kate and The Mindy Project.

A further six episodes of Ben and Kate and nine episodes of The Mindy Project have been ordered by the broadcaster.

Kevin Reilly, Fox chairman of entertainment, said: “Ben and Kate and The Mindy Project have everything we want to stand for in comedy – smart writing, hugely appealing casts and comedy that feels contemporary and real – which is why we’re confident they will continue to build on what is already an appointment comedy night for young, influential audiences on Tuesdays.”

Ben and Kate tells the story of a brother and sister who are exact opposites – Ben is an over-the-top dreamer, while younger sister Kate is a single mother trying to make ends meet. The pair move in together and attempt to push each other out of their comfort zones.
The Mindy Project stars Mindy Kaling as Dr. Mindy Lahiri, a doctor attempting to balance her personal and professional life.