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7/10
Perfect to have a good time
egoitzam7 January 2024
At first, the plot of the series is a bit forced and mediocre, as things were too forced and didn't feel natural and flowing at all; In any case, as the series progresses, the characters evolve and the message that is wanted to be conveyed is beautiful and important. The series deals with important and interesting topics, such as divorce, the power of companies over workers, love, adolescence, improvement, trust and hope. Although it is not a masterpiece, it is a perfect comedy to watch with the family or to have a good time: being short, the episodes end quickly and it hooks you to continue watching and enjoying it; moreover, the characters are fun and easy to empathize with. In conclusion, it is a light and fun series!
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6/10
It was alright but it didn't satisfy me at all
shaikha-1594630 December 2023
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This series might not be for everyone including me because it just didn't hit the spot like the mom could've done more for her children but she didn't and plus on the romance side it was ugly because no only did the more she pushes him away the more she likes him and i don't like that i like straight up commitment, she kept pushing him away which annoyed me so much because she did it alot. I liked the series but it just didn't hit the spot and THE ENDING omg what was that about it was just terrible terrible terrible. They left us with lots and lots of questions like, will they get married? I don't recommend it honestly.
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6/10
great show
teddyber-5166513 May 2024
The Manny was a good story, though something about it doesn't let the audience invest in it too deeply. All of the characters were well sketched out, and even the children were written as reasonable people, which is a new thing. Maybe it would have been more impactful if it had been a few episodes shorter. The show ending also was not good. Shows like this should have like 20 to 25 episodes.do they dont they get together no one knows. I think season 2 should be about them getting married and she getting pregnant. If not then why would you make a season 2. I would loe to see another season thank you.
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10/10
Predictable, but very entertaining.
efemorandi30 December 2023
This series might not aim to tackle the world's complex issues-I stumbled upon it after reading a critique that seemed to miss its lighthearted essence. It's been ages since I've savored a romantic comedy this carefree, so far removed from reality that it echoes the seamless endings of festive holiday films. For aficionados of such cinematic delights, this one's a gem! It exudes a vibe reminiscent of Mexican soap operas, a touch that adds to its charm.

The magic lies not in its realism but in the delightful chemistry between the characters. Their interactions, nuanced relationships, and quirky dynamics are the true heartbeat of this show. Each episode gracefully unveils the plot, threading through expected tropes while occasionally surprising with some twists-a welcome deviation from the anticipated path.

Ultimately, the series accomplishes precisely what it sets out to do-offer a delightful escape. It might not mirror reality, but it excels in whisking audiences away on a charming, entertaining ride. For that reason, I'd confidently rate it a solid 10/10. It leaves a refreshing aftertaste, a reminder that sometimes, embracing the whimsical and predictable can be an immensely satisfying experience.
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10/10
Fun and light
Laughoutloud710 January 2024
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I honestly think this show is great to watch when you need to escape from reality and just see something light and whimsical. The Manny is this sweet guy who seems to know how to fix it all, and that is very refreshing. He takes charge and comes out with a win. I love the way he helps the kids to become friends and genuinely wants to help everyone. The main heroine is a bit uptight and at first hard to understand, or relate to, but as the show progresses it all makes sense. The ex-husband situation was confusing and how he goes from one side of extreme to the other, but I guess he adds comedy and idiocy to the plot. Episode 8 is probably my favorite, and episode 10 seems like it could have been three episodes in one, but I still think it works well.

I am not sure if there will be more episodes, but I could use more whimsy and lightness like this.
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1/10
Ridiculous
maryqueenofscotsmke27 December 2023
Poorly written and a horrible portrayal of working women .. whoever worked on this is very far removed from reality.

The first episode was saturated in stupidity.

Extremely insulting to business professional women who actually know how to manage their children and home life.

If she had been employed for anyone other than her father, she would've been out of a job.

The amount of times she bailed on her responsibilities because of "no nanny" was ludicrous and a weak excuse at best.

Her children were old enough to know how to act, yet were spoiled brats allowed to run amuck.

I felt no sympathy for them and didn't like any of their characters.

The youngest needed to learn manners and was in dire need of basic home training.

AND (shocker!) she was divorced - the father was never around to help out with kids but could take vacations with his much younger mistress.

*gag*

The eye candy of the "manny" is the only reason for the 3 stars and even that was being overly generous.

I don't know why I continue to renew my Netflix subscription because all they can manage to churn out is flops.
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10/10
Loved it
jennifer-9749517 January 2024
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Can't wait for season two to come out. Definitely love this series, love the connection the kids have with the manny especially the youngest. I love how it shows that men can easily be Nannies but would be better if there was no love interest between them but definitely reminded me of the Nanny which is why I liked it so much. I also hope to see Jimena spend more time with her kids next season now that Gaby is back at the ranch. I'm also glad that everything worked out in the end for Gabriel's dad and we didn't have to wait til next season to find out what happens but I do hope his father gets better and back on his feet.
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4/10
Some fun and chemistry wrapped in over exaggerated work tropes
gaever-606694 January 2024
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Full disclosure: I stopped watching after episode four's juvenile all-around tone followed by the dumb ending. There is stuff to like about The Manny when it's not showing Jimena at work. Jimena is mostly a solid and complex character. Good chemistry between the leads and among the children. The interaction between Gabriel and the children works. Same with the school and home interactions with the two oldest. Show has a penchant for older female/younger male relationships. But work is ridiculous; an over the top boy's club that I hope is, at least, usually more subtle. Virtually all of the adult male characters, with the usual exception of Gabriel, are caricatures of real people. En masse, nobody acts the way they do. At least not all the time. Pleasant moments overpowered by sheer stupidity.
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10/10
ROMANTIC COMEDY
starloveheaven9 January 2024
This romantic Comedy is not heavy dramatic. It is light, funny and romantic.

We did not want to watch horror, terror, violent or over sexual series. We were rewarded with a funny, not dramatic, fresh romantic comedy.

AWe stayed till 3.00 am trying to watch the whole lot, we had to wait till the next day to finish it.

We could not get enough of it.

We are sick and tired of the same Hollywood stories.

We highly recommend it. The story was different, touching on old fashion family stereotypes and how the world is changing and family roles are changing.

The actors really portrayed romance, so for those who feel like something romantic, fresh, new and light. Don't miss this romantic comedy.
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1/10
Disgusting Portrayal of Life in Mexico
leftbanker-14 January 2024
The woman has a cook and another servant cleaning her mansion, and she can't find time to take care of her children? Her kids are completely horrible and stupid, so nice job so far on your parenting. The gags are completely unfunny and put TV back at least sixty years, you know, back before there were writers. Every stereotype about the Mexican woman and Mexican man is in evidence here, and not in a manor to suggest that changes need to be made. But forget about the lack of astute social commentary, it's supposed to be a comedy and it isn't funny in the least.

The series is rated rather high here which I imagine is because there is so little quality entertainment available for the Spanish audience.
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