Mann & Wife

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Mann & Wife
Genre Sitcom
Created by David Mann
Tamela Mann
Roger M. Bobb
Starring
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons3
No. of episodes30 (list of episodes)
Production
Production location Long Beach, California
Running time22 minutes
Production company
  • Bobbcat Films
Release
Original network Bounce TV
Original releaseApril 7, 2015 (2015-04-07) –
May 23, 2017 (2017-05-23)

Mann & Wife is an American sitcom that premiered on the digital television network Bounce TV on April 7, 2015. [1]

Contents

The series stars real-life married couple David Mann and Tamela Mann as newlywed couple Daniel and Toni Mann, who blend their family together after getting married. Both police officer Daniel and teacher Toni have children from previous relationships; Daniel has two boys and Toni has two girls. Toni and her girls move into Daniel's house in Atlanta with Daniel, his sons, and his mother Lorraine (Jo Marie Payton). The blended family must navigate their new lives together.

Bounce TV announced the series on May 5, 2014 [2] and the series premiered on April 7, 2015, with the first season consisting of 10 episodes. On June 16, 2015, Bounce TV renewed the series for a second season. [3] On April 13, 2016, the show has been renewed for a third season. The show has yet to be cancelled or renewed for a fourth season.

Cast and characters

Recurring

Development and production

Bounce TV announced the series in May 2014 with the series set to premiere in the winter of 2015. [4] Production began in November 2014. [5]

Bounce TV and Bobbcat Productions were in a legal battle over the Mann's in November 2014. When co-creator Roger M. Bobb pitched the series in February 2014, Bobbcat Productions also announced a reality series featuring the couple to air on BET. Since, Bobbcat Productions has found a way to honor both series and the series premiered as scheduled on April 7, 2015. [6]

Episodes

SeasonEpisodesOriginally aired
First airedLast aired
1 10April 7, 2015 (2015-04-07)June 9, 2015 (2015-06-09)
2 10April 5, 2016 (2016-04-05)June 7, 2016 (2016-06-07)
3 10March 28, 2017 (2017-03-28)May 23, 2017 (2017-05-23)

Season 1 (2015)

No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air date
11"Pilot"Roger M. BobbDavid Mann, Tamela Mann, Roger M. Bobb & Dani ReneeApril 7, 2015 (2015-04-07)
In the series pilot, Daniel and Toni return from their honeymoon and have to come back to reality when trying to navigate their blended families living together. DJ is stunned when Toni is his substitute teacher. Meanwhile, Daniel meets his new partner when he returns to the station.
22"Mann's New Baby"Roger M. BobbEbony Rice & Indigo RuffinApril 14, 2015 (2015-04-14)
After the family falls sick, DJ's class assignment to care for an automated doll is left in the hands of Daniel. Lorraine substitutes for Toni's class and almost costs Toni her job.
33"Mann-datory Counseling"Roger M. BobbP.J. Paul, Jr.April 21, 2015 (2015-04-21)
After a series of unfortunate events occur from chasing a suspect, Daniel and Michael are forced to attend communication therapy. The kids fight for equal rights of their household chores.
44"The Ex-Mann"Roger M. BobbAri MadisonApril 28, 2015 (2015-04-28)
Daniel's ex-wife, Michelle, comes to visit and the family is anxious for her arrival. Michael's girlfriend has Daniel worried that she is more than just a pretty face.
55"The Mann Brothers"Roger M. BobbWalt UnderwoodMay 5, 2015 (2015-05-05)
When Daniel's brother, Lionel, makes a surprise visit, sibling rivalry takes over the Mann household. Toni tries to improve the school dress code, but upsets DJ in the process.
66"Mann's New Church"Roger M. BobbDani ReneeMay 12, 2015 (2015-05-12)
Toni wants to join a new church, which frustrates Lorraine, and starts a tug of war with the family. DJ has tryouts at school, but Daniel is way too aggressive with his enthusiasm.
77"Mann's Payback"Roger M. BobbChrystal A. EllzyMay 19, 2015 (2015-05-19)
When the family learns that a criminal Daniel put away years ago has been released, everyone is concerned with his safety. Toni tries to bond with DJ through video gaming and learns a valuable lesson.
88"Mann's Bodyguard"Roger M. BobbEbony Rice & Indigo RuffinMay 26, 2015 (2015-05-26)
Daniel is hired as a bodyguard for a celebrity singer, who drives the family crazy. Terri becomes friends with the mean girls at school but soon learns the value of real friendship.
99"Mann's to Make Her Dance"Roger M. BobbWalt UnderwoodJune 2, 2015 (2015-06-02)
Toni's mom, Carol, visits and clashes with Lorraine. Daniel is working on a case that may prevent him from going to Terri's father-daughter dance.
1010"Undercover Mann"Roger M. BobbP.J. Paul, Jr.June 9, 2015 (2015-06-09)
Daniel and Michael go undercover to catch an art thief. Michelle visits and is excited to help DJ with a school assignment, but has a hard time convincing DJ she's up for the job.

Season 2 (2016)

No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air date
111"Mann Up"Roger M. BobbDavid Mann, Tamela Mann, Roger M. Bobb & Dani ReneeApril 5, 2016 (2016-04-05)
Toni's cousin comes to visit after another break up and gets set straight by Lorraine. DJ and Trey try to prove their masculinity by participating in a police ride along. Daniel and Michael fight for the Lieutenant's job.
122"Miracle Mann"Roger M. BobbEbony Rice & Indigo RuffinApril 12, 2016 (2016-04-12)
Tasha thinks she has healing powers when her goldfish dies and comes back to life the next morning. She doesn't know Daniel replaced the fish after it died in his care. Michael has a relative come to visit and he tries to keep everyone from knowing.
133"State of Mann"Roger M. BobbP.J. Paul, Jr.April 19, 2016 (2016-04-19)
Michael falls in love. Terri's plans to attend college get derailed.
144"Give That Man a Stake"Roger M. BobbAri MadisonApril 26, 2016 (2016-04-26)
Lorraine loses a pearl necklace when the choir members come over for practice. After missing several date nights, Daniel is forced to take Toni on a date, which is actually a stakeout.
155"One Mann's Junk"Roger M. BobbWalt UnderwoodMay 3, 2016 (2016-05-03)
Lorraine becomes extra nice when she thinks that Daniel and Toni are putting her in a retirement home. Daniel and Michael give the Lieutenant some tips before his big date.
166"Sick Mann"Roger M. BobbDani ReneeMay 10, 2016 (2016-05-10)
Toni takes things too far, when she helps Terri get ready for the school talent show. Daniel milks an injury to get pampered by the family.
177"Funny Mann"Roger M. BobbChrystal A. EllzyMay 17, 2016 (2016-05-17)
Daniel and Michael go undercover in a comedy club to catch a criminal. Toni runs for the school board and goes against a mean rival (CoCoa Brown).
188"Don't Kiss and Yell Mann"UnknownUnknownMay 24, 2016 (2016-05-24)
Daniel's female sexual harassment training instructor (Elise Neal) makes a pass at him. Terri believes DJ's new girlfriend is bad news.
199"Secret Lover Mann"UnknownUnknownMay 31, 2016 (2016-05-31)
When Lorraine discovers racy notes, new perfume, and sneaky behavior, she thinks Toni is cheating on Daniel. Daniel goes to war with his next-door neighbor.
2010"Who's That Mann"UnknownUnknownJune 7, 2016 (2016-06-07)
Daniel digs up clues about his real father in the season 2 finale. DJ tries to pass his driver's test with help from Daniel's former wife (Vivica A. Fox).

Season 3 (2017)

No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air date
211"Take Me to the Mann"Roger M. BobbUnknownMarch 28, 2017 (2017-03-28)
222"Pressured By the Mann"Roger M. BobbUnknownMarch 28, 2017 (2017-03-28)
233"Ramblin' Mann"Roger M. BobbUnknownApril 4, 2017 (2017-04-04)
244"Mann in Charge"Roger M. BobbUnknownApril 11, 2017 (2017-04-11)
255"Come On, Mann!"Roger M. BobbUnknownApril 18, 2017 (2017-04-18)
266"Mann Shark"Roger M. BobbUnknownApril 25, 2017 (2017-04-25)
277"Dead Mann Walking"Roger M. BobbUnknownMay 2, 2017 (2017-05-02)
288"Dope Mann"Roger M. BobbUnknownMay 9, 2017 (2017-05-09)
299"A Woman's Mann"Roger M. BobbUnknownMay 16, 2017 (2017-05-16)
3010"Mann, Shut Yo Mouth"Roger M. BobbUnknownMay 23, 2017 (2017-05-23)

Reception

Ratings

The premiere on April 7, 2015, was the most watched original programming for Bounce TV. The premiere episode garnered 0.46 million viewers, with 0.14 million in adults 18–49, and over .8 million viewers over its premiere time slots. [7] The second episode grew to 1.3 million viewers over its time slots premieres. [8]

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References

  1. ↑ "Bounce TV's Newest Original Series 'Mann & Wife' Premieres Tuesday, April 7th at 9PM". Archived from the original on 2015-04-10.
  2. ↑ "'Family Time' & 'Off the Chain' Renewed by Bounce TV; New Series 'Mann & Wife' & 'Sisters' Announced". Archived from the original on 2014-05-05.
  3. ↑ "Bounce TV Renews 'Mann & Wife' For".
  4. ↑ "Bounce TV Announces New Series & Series Renewals".
  5. ↑ "Bounce TV Adds Stations, Sponsors, Viewers, Movies & Originals".
  6. ↑ "Entertainment Buzz: After A Legal Battle, Bounce TV's 'Mann & Wife' Featuring David & Tamela Mann Set To Air".
  7. ↑ ""Mann & Wife" Series Premiere Becomes Most-Watched Original in Bounce TV's History".
  8. ↑ ""Mann & Wife" Viewership Grows in Week Two, Second Episode Becomes Most-Watched Original in Bounce TV's History".
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