Mann & Wife
{{Use mdy dates|date=March 2025}}
{{Infobox television
| genre = Sitcom
| creator = David Mann
Tamela Mann
Roger M. Bobb
| starring = {{Plain list |
}}
| executive_producer = Angi Bones
Tamela J. Mann
Ri-Karlo Handy
| country = United States
| location = Long Beach, California
| language = English
| num_seasons = 3
| num_episodes = 30
| list_episodes =
| runtime = 22 minutes
| company = Bobbcat Films
| channel = Bounce TV
| first_aired = {{Start date|2015|4|7}}
| last_aired = {{end date|2017|5|23}}
}}
Mann & Wife is an American sitcom that premiered on the digital television network Bounce TV on April 7, 2015.{{cite web|url=http://tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com/2015/04/06/bounce-tvs-newest-original-series-mann-wife-premieres-tuesday-april-7th-at-9pm/385331/|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150410074036/http://tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com/2015/04/06/bounce-tvs-newest-original-series-mann-wife-premieres-tuesday-april-7th-at-9pm/385331/|url-status=dead|archive-date=2015-04-10|title=Bounce TV's Newest Original Series 'Mann & Wife' Premieres Tuesday, April 7th at 9PM|author=|date=}}
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{{cite web|url=http://tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com/2014/05/05/family-time-new-series-mann-wife-sisters-announced/260448/|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140505233716/http://tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com/2014/05/05/family-time-new-series-mann-wife-sisters-announced/260448/|url-status=dead|archive-date=2014-05-05|title='Family Time' & 'Off the Chain' Renewed by Bounce TV; New Series 'Mann & Wife' & 'Sisters' Announced|author=|date=}} 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.{{cite web|url=http://www.tvnewscheck.com/article/86187/bounce-tv-renews-mann--wife-for-season-2|title=Bounce TV Renews 'Mann & Wife' For|author=|date=}} 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
- David Mann as Daniel Mann, a police officer, Terri and Tasha's stepfather, DJ and Darren's father
- Tamela Mann as Antonia "Toni" Mann, a teacher, DJ and Darren's stepmother, Terri and Tasha's mother
- Jo Marie Payton as Lorraine Mann, Daniel's mother who lives with the family; a retired schoolteacher
- Tony Rock as Michael Hobbs, Daniel's new partner
- Tiny Lister as Daniel's former lieutenant and boss
- John Marshall Jones as Daniel's new lieutenant and boss
- Steven Walsh, Jr. as Daniel "D.J." Leviticus Mann, Jr., Daniel's older son
- Lauryn Kennedy Hardy as Terri, Toni's older daughter
- Amir O'Neil as Darren Mann, Daniel's younger son
- Jadah Marie as Tasha, Toni's younger daughter
=Recurring=
- Vivica A. Fox as Michelle Mann, DJ and Darren's biological mother, Daniel's ex-wife
- J. Anthony Brown as Lionel Mann, Daniel's brother and Toni's brother-in-law
- Rolonda Watts as Shawna, choir director
- Maverick White as Moenah, school teacher
Development and production
Bounce TV announced the series in May 2014 with the series set to premiere in the winter of 2015.{{cite web|url=http://thefutoncritic.com/news/2014/05/05/bounce-tv-announces-new-series-and-series-renewals-86004/20140505bouncetv01/|title=Bounce TV Announces New Series & Series Renewals|author=|date=}} Production began in November 2014.{{cite web|url=http://thefutoncritic.com/news/2014/09/24/bounce-tv-adds-stations-sponsors-viewers-movies-and-originals-381115/20140924bouncetv01/|title=Bounce TV Adds Stations, Sponsors, Viewers, Movies & Originals |author=|date=}}
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.{{cite web|url=http://buzz.eewmagazine.com/eew-magazine-buzz-blog/2015/3/16/entertainment-buzz-after-a-legal-battle-bounce-tvs-mann-wife.html|title=Entertainment Buzz: After A Legal Battle, Bounce TV's 'Mann & Wife' Featuring David & Tamela Mann Set To Air|author=|date=}}
Episodes
{{Series overview
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| link1 = #Season 1 (2015)
| episodes1 = 10
| start1 = {{Start date|2015|4|7}}
| end1 = {{End date|2015|6|9}}
| color2 = #FF7F00
| link2 = #Season 2 (2016)
| episodes2 = 10
| start2 = {{Start date|2016|4|5}}
| end2 = {{End date|2016|6|7}}
| color3 = #942F03
| link3 = #Season 3 (2017)
| episodes3 = 10
| start3 = {{Start date|2017|3|28}}
| end3 = {{End date|2017|5|23}}
}}
=Season 1 (2015)=
{{Episode table |background=#FF5F5F |overall=5 |season=5 |title=22 |director=20 |writer=20 |airdate=18 |episodes=
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 1
|EpisodeNumber2 = 1
|Title = Pilot
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = David Mann, Tamela Mann, Roger M. Bobb & Dani Renee
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2015|4|7}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 2
|EpisodeNumber2 = 2
|Title = Mann's New Baby
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = Ebony Rice & Indigo Ruffin
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2015|4|14}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
|LineColor = FF5F5F
}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 3
|EpisodeNumber2 = 3
|Title = Mann-datory Counseling
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = P.J. Paul, Jr.
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2015|4|21}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
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}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 4
|EpisodeNumber2 = 4
|Title = The Ex-Mann
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = Ari Madison
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2015|4|28}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
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}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 5
|EpisodeNumber2 = 5
|Title = The Mann Brothers
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = Walt Underwood
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2015|5|5}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
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}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 6
|EpisodeNumber2 = 6
|Title = Mann's New Church
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = Dani Renee
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2015|5|12}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
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}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 7
|EpisodeNumber2 = 7
|Title = Mann's Payback
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = Chrystal A. Ellzy
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2015|5|19}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
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}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 8
|EpisodeNumber2 = 8
|Title = Mann's Bodyguard
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = Ebony Rice & Indigo Ruffin
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2015|5|26}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
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}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 9
|EpisodeNumber2 = 9
|Title = Mann's to Make Her Dance
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = Walt Underwood
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2015|6|2}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
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}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 10
|EpisodeNumber2 = 10
|Title = Undercover Mann
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = P.J. Paul, Jr.
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2015|6|9}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
|LineColor = FF5F5F
}}
}}
=Season 2 (2016)=
{{Episode table |background=#FF7F00|overall=5 |season=5 |title=22 |director=20 |writer=20 |airdate=18 |episodes=
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 11
|EpisodeNumber2 = 1
|Title = Mann Up
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = David Mann, Tamela Mann, Roger M. Bobb & Dani Renee
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2016|4|5}}
|ShortSummary= 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.
|LineColor = FF7F00
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 12
|EpisodeNumber2 = 2
|Title = Miracle Mann
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = Ebony Rice & Indigo Ruffin
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2016|4|12}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
|LineColor = FF7F00
}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 13
|EpisodeNumber2 = 3
|Title = State of Mann
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = P.J. Paul, Jr.
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2016|4|19}}
|ShortSummary = Michael falls in love. Terri's plans to attend college get derailed.
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}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 14
|EpisodeNumber2 = 4
|Title = Give That Man a Stake
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = Ari Madison
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2016|4|26}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
|LineColor = FF7F00
}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 15
|EpisodeNumber2 = 5
|Title = One Mann's Junk
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = Walt Underwood
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2016|5|3}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
|LineColor = FF7F00
}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 16
|EpisodeNumber2 = 6
|Title = Sick Mann
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = Dani Renee
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2016|5|10}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 17
|EpisodeNumber2 = 7
|Title = Funny Mann
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy = Chrystal A. Ellzy
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2016|5|17}}
|ShortSummary = 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).
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}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 18
|EpisodeNumber2 = 8
|Title = Don't Kiss and Yell Mann
|DirectedBy =
|WrittenBy =
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2016|5|24}}
|ShortSummary = Daniel's female sexual harassment training instructor (Elise Neal) makes a pass at him. Terri believes DJ's new girlfriend is bad news.
|LineColor = FF7F00
}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 19
|EpisodeNumber2 = 9
|Title = Secret Lover Mann
|DirectedBy =
|WrittenBy =
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2016|5|31}}
|ShortSummary = 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.
|LineColor = FF7F00
}}
{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 20
|EpisodeNumber2 = 10
|Title = Who's That Mann
|DirectedBy =
|WrittenBy =
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2016|6|7}}
|ShortSummary = 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).
|LineColor = FF7F00
}}
}}
=Season 3 (2017)=
{{Incomplete list|date=May 2020}}
{{No plot|section|date=May 2020}}
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 21
|EpisodeNumber2 = 1
|Title = Take Me to the Mann
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy =
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2017|3|28}}
|ShortSummary=
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 22
|EpisodeNumber2 = 2
|Title = Pressured By the Mann
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy =
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2017|3|28}}
|ShortSummary=
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 23
|EpisodeNumber2 = 3
|Title = Ramblin' Mann
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy =
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2017|4|4}}
|ShortSummary=
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 24
|EpisodeNumber2 = 4
|Title = Mann in Charge
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy =
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2017|4|11}}
|ShortSummary=
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 25
|EpisodeNumber2 = 5
|Title = Come On, Mann!
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy =
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2017|4|18}}
|ShortSummary=
|LineColor = 942F03
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 26
|EpisodeNumber2 = 6
|Title = Mann Shark
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy =
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2017|4|25}}
|ShortSummary=
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 27
|EpisodeNumber2 = 7
|Title = Dead Mann Walking
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy =
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2017|5|2}}
|ShortSummary=
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 28
|EpisodeNumber2 = 8
|Title = Dope Mann
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy =
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2017|5|9}}
|ShortSummary=
|LineColor = 942F03
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 29
|EpisodeNumber2 = 9
|Title = A Woman's Mann
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy =
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2017|5|16}}
|ShortSummary=
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{{Episode list
|EpisodeNumber = 30
|EpisodeNumber2 = 10
|Title = Mann, Shut Yo Mouth
|DirectedBy = Roger M. Bobb
|WrittenBy =
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2017|5|23}}
|ShortSummary=
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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.{{cite web|url=http://thefutoncritic.com/ratings/2015/04/09/mann-and-wife-series-premiere-becomes-most-watched-original-in-bounce-tvs-history-273115/20150409bouncetv01/|title="Mann & Wife" Series Premiere Becomes Most-Watched Original in Bounce TV's History |author=|date=}} The second episode grew to 1.3 million viewers over its time slots premieres.{{cite web|url=http://thefutoncritic.com/ratings/2015/04/16/mann-and-wife-viewership-grows-in-week-two-second-episode-becomes-most-watched-original-in-bounce-tvs-history-34111/20150416bouncetv01/|title="Mann & Wife" Viewership Grows in Week Two, Second Episode Becomes Most-Watched Original in Bounce TV's History|author=|date=}}
References
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External links
- {{Official website|http://www.bouncetv.com/shows/mann-and-wife/}}
- {{IMDb title|4485970|Mann and Wife}}
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Category:2010s American black sitcoms
Category:2015 American television series debuts
Category:Bounce TV original programming