As a television director, his credits include The Facts of Life (1979), Sanford (1980-1981), Night Court (1984-1992), and The Golden Girls (1985); and more recently, The Suite Life of Zack and Cody (2005-2008). Drake's film credits include Mr. Bill's Real Life Adventures (1986), Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol (1987), and Speed Zone! (1989). He has been nominated for two Emmys and 2 Directors Guild Awards.