Jordana Ariel Spiro (born April 12, 1977) is an American actress, writer and director whose career has spanned television comedies and dramatic independent films. She is best known for a leading role on the TBS comedy series My Boys and for writing and directing the feature film Night Comes On, which expanded her profile behind the camera as well as in front of it.

Career overview

Spiro began building a steady presence on television with a mix of guest and recurring appearances on procedural and dramatic series. Her versatility has allowed her to move between genres: she has performed in comedic ensemble work, long-form drama, and short-arc roles on established shows. Alongside television, she has taken part in independent film projects and shifted into writing and directing in the late 2010s.

Notable television and film work

  • My Boys — Spiro had a central role on the TBS comedy series that helped raise her profile with regular television audiences.
  • Guest and recurring appearances on series such as JAG, The Good Wife and crime and procedural dramas.
  • Later television credits include parts on contemporary series, including roles on Ozark and other network and cable dramas.
  • Night Comes On (2018) — Spiro co-wrote and directed this intimate drama for the feature slate, marking a shift into filmmaking and storytelling from a director’s perspective.

Directing and themes

With Night Comes On, Spiro moved into directing and screenwriting, focusing on character-driven material and social themes. The film attracted attention on the festival circuit and established her interest in stories about family, trauma and resilience. Her transition to filmmaking reflects a growing trend among actors who expand into writing and directing to explore original, personal material.

Personal background

Spiro was born in Manhattan, New York, and is of Jewish heritage. She lives with her husband, Matthew Spitzer, and the couple have one daughter. Outside of acting and filmmaking she has discussed the importance of creating opportunities for diverse voices in independent cinema and television.