Mel is a local politician from a political family. When a family scandal leaves her niece, Lennox, and nephew, Ryder, without their parents, Mel takes them in. She hires Joe to become the family's male nanny, or "manny," after a Ponzi scheme leaves him broke.
Cast: Melissa Joan Hart, Joey Lawrence, Taylor Spreitler
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30 episodes
1. PilotFormer wild child Mel Burke has just been elected as city council person for Toledo, Ohio. However, in addition to her new job, she is also forced into raising her niece, Lennox, and her nephew, Ryder. Lennox and Ryder's father, Louis Scanlon, was part of a ponzi scheme and fled the country. Their mother was sent to prison, leaving Mel as the only option. Joe Longo, a former employee of Louis and lost all of his money. His wife kicked him out and left him with nothing. Joe tracks down Mel for information on Louis. Their paths continue to cross until Mel accidentally offers Joe a job to help her take care of the kids. Lennox got suspended from school and Joe saves the day getting Lennox to talk to the principal and accept her punishment.TV-14CC22minAug 17, 2010
2. Moving OnMel dates a guy with ulterior motives. Joe deals with getting his stuff back from his ex-wife, most importantly his flat screen TV. Lennox tries to make friends in her new school.TV-14CC22minAug 17, 2010
3. Nanny LoveJoe fears that being a nanny will prevent him from having a love life. Mel is worried that a depressed Joe means no more gourmet food so she lies to help him get a date with her former sorority sister. Joe needs to keep the lie going to help out Mel in her job.TV-14CC22minAug 24, 2010
4. Boy Toys 'R' UsLennox starts dating a bad boy that Mel disapproves of, while Mel is also dating a bad boy of her own. Joe takes it upon himself to reorganize Mel‘s closet.TV-14CC22minAug 31, 2010
5. The Perfect StormMel grounds Lennox because she is failing chemistry and needs to study. However, when Senator Russell Burke, Mel‘s father, shows up unexpected, he undermines her authority. Senator Burke sweet talks Joe and takes the kids out for a night of fun against Mel‘s wishes. Seeing the conflict between Mel and Lennox, Senator Burke invites Lennox to move in with him and her grandmother in Washington, D.C.TV-14CC22minSep 7, 2010
6. Spies & LiesMel catches Joe having secret meetings with a girl named Tessa in the basement. When Mel begins to spy, she learns that Joe & Tessa are on a manhunt for her brother-in-law Lewis Scanlon. Mel & Joe think Ryder is getting bullied at school because he keeps losing his stuff. Joe & Mel come to his rescue by getting his stuff back, but proceed to make everything worse.TV-14CC22minSep 14, 2010
7. Up Close & PersonalMel is working on her public image and invites a TV reporter to do a story on her and the kids. Celeste Vega (Valery Ortiz) finds out that Mel has a male nanny working for her and shifts the story to Joe. Stephanie alerts Joe that the piece is not flattering for Mel. Joe goes down to Celeste‘s office to defend Mel.TV-14CC22minSep 21, 2010
8. Dancing With the Stars of ToledoMel agrees to dance with a dancer from "Dancing with the Stars'' at a charity event.TV-14CC22minSep 28, 2010
9. Seoul ManDue to a recent scandal at the city council, Mel is asked to prove Joe’s legal working status in the United States. Much to her surprise, Joe was born in Korea while his family was stationed abroad, and he can’t find his legal documents. Meanwhile, when Lennox decides to go to a school dance with one of her girlfriends, rumors start circulating about her sexuality.TV-14CC22minOct 5, 2010
10. In Lennox We TrustLennox dates the Mayor's son, who may not be the good influence Mel thinks he is.TV-14CC22minOct 12, 2010
11. A Fright In The AtticMel hears something in the attic but when she goes to investigate it is the last thing she expected.TV-14CC22minOct 19, 2010
12. Joe KnowsLennox has a crush on her tutor. Joe creates a web site where he gives financial advice.TV-14CC22minOct 26, 2010
13. Enemies With BenefitsJoe's ex, Tiffany, tries to rekindle their relationshipTV-14CC22minJun 29, 2011
14. Don't Train On My ParadeMelissa's trainer, "Lindsay Gates" (Jessalyn Wanlim) has a physical thing for Joey.TV-14CC22minJul 6, 2011
15. Lost in TranslationMel has an important deal with a Japanese businessman and asks Joe to teach her Japanese. When the businessman's son arrives in his place and speaks no English, Joe has to translate between the two. When the Japanese businessman develops a romantic interest in Mel, Joe sabotages the translation. Meanwhile, Lennox is forced to work with her ex-best friend on a school project, and Ryder tries to mediate.TV-14CC22minJul 13, 2011
16. Joe Versus The ReunionAfter debating whether to show his face after the tumultuous year he's had, Joe ultimately decides to go to his 10-year college reunion. On the same evening, per the Mayor's request, Mel goes out to dinner with an artist to discuss bringing his installations to Toledo. But when Mel gets a call from a depressed Joe at his reunion, she rushes over there to surprise him by posing as his girlfriend and save the day - only to realize that in the meantime, Joe has found and reconnected with an old flame. And Lennox and Ryder decide to throw a party with Mel and Joe out for the evening, but it does not go as planned.TV-14CC22minJul 20, 2011
17. Toledo's Next Top ModelLennox is asked to be a model but she must get permission from Mel. Joe helps Ryder ask a girl out.TV-14CC22minJul 27, 2011
18. The Mel WordMel plans a wedding at her home; Lennox and Ryder work on a documentary.TV-14CC22minAug 3, 2011
19. Auction HeroMel volunteers Joe for a school charity auction but the winner of the auction may have ulterior motives.TV-14CC22minAug 3, 2011
20. Waiting for Mr. RightMel feels the pressure to find someone after her last single friend gets engaged.TV-14CC22minAug 10, 2011
21. Young LoveMel begins dating a younger man (Scott Michael Foster). Elsewhere, Lennox encourages her classmate to edit the school blogTV-14CC22minAug 17, 2011
22. Mel and Joe's AnniversaryGeorge has a party to introduce Mel to his friends. Meanwhile, Joe gets upset at his ex-wife for disrespecting their anniversary.TV-14CC22minAug 17, 2011
23. Going the Distance?Mel reexamines her romance with George. Elsewhere, Holly introduces her folks to Ryder.TV-14CC22minAug 24, 2011
24. All Politics is LocalMel's dad comes back to town to support a bill Mel opposes. Meanwhile, Lennox's poetry proves popular with a classmate who's an aspiring singer.TV-14CC22minAug 24, 2011
25. The Other LongoJoe's younger brother visits and takes an interest in Mel.TV-14CC22minAug 31, 2011
26. Teacher/TeacherJoe gets Ryder in trouble with his teacher; Mel sneaks Lennox into an 18-and-over concert.TV-14CC22minAug 31, 2011
27. Play BallMel recruits Joe to play on her office softball team, as she is determined to beat her rival's team (Tom Wilson). Meanwhile, Ryder wants Lennox to feature Holly's short story in the school blog.TV-14CC22minSep 7, 2011
28. A House DividedMel and Joe get into a property dispute with their neighbor; Ryder films a PSA starring Lennox.TV-14CC22minSep 7, 2011
29. Do as I Say, Not as I DidFearing that she will give into peer pressure, Mel and Joe follow Lennox to her all night after-party. Meanwhile, while studying with another girl, Ryder seizes the opportunity to stand up to Holly.TV-14CC22minSep 14, 2011
30. The SettlementJoe considers newfound possibilities, when he comes into a large sum of money. Meanwhile, a water leak is found on the living room ceiling.TV-14CC22minSep 14, 2011
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Mel is a local politician from a political family. When a family scandal leaves her niece, Lennox, and nephew, Ryder, without their parents, Mel takes them in. She hires Joe to become the family's male nanny, or "manny," after a Ponzi scheme leaves him broke.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Bob Young, David Kendall
- Studio
- Hartbreak Films
Maturity rating
TV-14Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
