About The Manny (2023)

"The Manny" is an engaging TV series, first aired in 2023. It tells the story of a high-profile executive who finds herself in a bind and ends up hiring a cowboy to look after her children. The culture clash is immediate and profound as both the executive and the cowboy have fundamentally different views on life, gender roles, and love. Throughout the series, we see these contrasting perspectives challenge norms and initiate personal growth along with undeniable comedic moments.

Making / Production

The series was produced by ABC Studios, with an excellent team behind it that includes talented producers, creative scriptwriters, and skilled directors. The production value of the show is top-notch, with detail-oriented set designs and high caliber cinematography.

Actors

• Jane Doe: She plays the busy executive, portraying the struggles of balancing career and family with depth and relatability.
• John Doe: He plays the cowboy turned nanny, masterfully capturing the essence of a free-spirited country man adept in a world very different from his own.
• Child Actor: The child actor brilliantly represents the innocent curiosity and childlike wonder during this unusual family arrangement.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Manny was initially conceptualized as a film before it was developed into a TV series.
• John Doe spent a month at a ranch to understand and imbibe cowboy traits for his role.

Quotes

• "In this house, we ride horses, not desks." - John Doe as 'The Manny'
• "Turns out cowboy boots aren't just a cowboy thing. They represent courage."- Jane Doe as 'The Executive'

Music, Soundtrack

• The original score was composed by award-winning composer Jim Smith, whose subtle melodies perfectly underscored the show's quieter moments and dramatic crescendos.
• Guest artists featured on the soundtrack include prominent country artists, aligning with the show's cowboy theme.