Fancy Nancy (TV series)

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Fancy Nancy
Fancy Nancy TV.jpg
Also known asFancy Nancy Clancy (outside the U.S. and Canada)
GenreFamily
Created byAnne Smith
Based on Fancy Nancy
by Jane O'Connor
and Robin Preiss Glasser
Developed byKrista Tucker
Directed byJamie Mitchell
Voices of
Theme music composer Matthew Tishler
Krista Tucker
Opening theme"Add a Little Fancy"
by Mia Sinclair Jenness
Ending theme"Add a Little Fancy" (instrumental)
ComposersTJ Hill
Matthew Tishler
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons3
No. of episodes63 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producersJamie Mitchell
Krista Tucker
Animators
  • Toiion Animation Studios (season 1)
  • Snowball Studios (seasons 2–3)
  • Stellar Creative Lab (season 2)
EditorPieter Kaufman
Running time22 minutes
Production company Disney Television Animation
Original release
Network
ReleaseJuly 13, 2018 (2018-07-13) –
February 18, 2022 (2022-02-18)

Fancy Nancy (titled Fancy Nancy Clancy internationally) is an American animated children's television series developed by Jamie Mitchell and Krista Tucker and produced by Disney Television Animation for Disney Junior based on the eponymous children's picture book series by Jane O'Connor with illustrations by Robin Preiss Glasser. The show follows the adventures of Nancy Clancy, a 6 (and then later 7) year-old girl who loves everything fancy and French, [1] while living with her family and friends in a fictional version of Plainfield, Ohio.

Contents

The series premiered on July 13, 2018, in the United States and in Canada the following day. Disney Junior renewed the series for a second season, [2] which premiered on October 4, 2019, in the United States. On September 18, 2019, a third season was commissioned, [3] and Krista Tucker confirmed that it would be the last for the entire series. [4] The third season began simulcasting on Disney Junior, DisneyNOW and Disney+ on November 12, 2021. [5] The series finale aired on February 18, 2022. Fancy Nancy received generally positive reviews from critics.

Premise

Six-year-old Nancy Clancy enjoys fancy and French things that range from her outfit to her creative elaborate attire[ clarification needed ] as she plans to teach some fanciness to her ordinary family and her friends.

Characters

Episodes

SeasonSegmentsEpisodesOriginally aired
First airedLast aired
1 4925July 13, 2018 (2018-07-13)August 9, 2019 (2019-08-09)
2 5025October 4, 2019 (2019-10-04)May 9, 2021 (2021-05-09)
3 2413November 12, 2021 (2021-11-12)February 18, 2022 (2022-02-18)

Release

Fancy Nancy premiered in the United States and in Canada on July 13, 2018. [11] The series was later made available to stream on Disney+. [12] [13]

Home media

DVD release
RegionSet titleSeasonsAspect ratioEpisode countTime lengthRelease date
1 Fancy Nancy: Volume 111.78:16 (half-hours)139 minutesNov 20, 2018

Reception

Critical response

Alex Reif of LaughingPlace.com called Fancy Nancy "full of bright colors, fun characters, and musical numbers," writing, "Like the beloved book series, kids are going to think Disney’s Fancy Nancy is très magnifique. Nancy will inspire viewers to be themselves and to make every day extra special. Her interests gravitate towards things that are pink and sparkly, but her personality is optimistic and friendly. Not only will kids expand their vocabulary, but they will also see a great role model for overcoming personal struggles and being a better friend." [14] Emily Ashby of Common Sense Media gave Fancy Nancy a grade of four out of five stars, complimented the educational value, citing self-expression and individuality, and praised the depiction of positive messages and role models, stating that the show promotes respect and positivity across its characters. [15]

Dave Trumbore of Collider included Fancy Nancy in their "2018's Best New Animated Series for Kids" list, saying that the series celebrates "uniqueness, diversity, and individuality." [16] Azure Hall and Casey Suglia of Romper included Fancy Nancy in their "Great Shows Your Kids Will Love To Stream On Disney+" list, stating, "Although Nancy likes everything fancy, the TV series promotes individuality and self expression, rather than materialism. Throughout the show, Nancy learns about the beauty of people’s differences and learns to appreciate all that makes her friends unique. This mirrors itself in the show’s positive messages about family members, as Nancy loves on her younger sister and her supportive parents. While Nancy might not necessarily be your cup of tea, you have to give credit to a show that teaches kids to embrace their truest selves." [17]

Nuray Bulbul of WalesOnline included Fancy Nancy in their "6 Best Disney Plus animated films and TV shows in 2021" list, asserting, "From her vast vocabulary to her creative attire, six-year-old Nancy is one to look out for. A high-spirited young girl whose imagination and enthusiasm transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary - showcases it’s important to make the most of each day and encourage others to do the same." [18] Charles Curtis of USA Today ranked Fancy Nancy 6th in their "20 Best Shows For Kids Right Now (March 2020)" list. [19]

Accolades

YearAwardCategoryNominee(s)ResultRef.
2019 Daytime Emmy Awards Outstanding Directing for a Preschool Animated ProgramMircea Mantta, Jamie MitchellNominated [20]
Outstanding Writing for a Preschool Animated ProgramKrista Tucker, Matt Hoverman, Laurie Israel, Andrew GuerdatNominated
2020NAMIC Vision AwardsAnimationFancy NancyNominated [21]
2021 GLAAD Media Awards Outstanding Children's ProgrammingNominated [22]
Annie Awards Outstanding Achievement for Writing in an Animated Television/Media ProductionKrista Tucker, Andrew Guerdat, Matt Hoverman, Laurie Israel, Marisa EvansNominated [23]
2022 GLAAD Media Awards Outstanding Children's ProgrammingFancy NancyNominated [24]
Children's and Family Emmy Awards Outstanding Original SongPhilip Bentley, Matthew Tishler, Andy Guerdat (for "If You Have a Dream")Nominated [25]

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