Handy Manny
Handy Manny
TV-Y | 16 September 2006 (USA)

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    Actuakers One of my all time favorites.
    WillSushyMedia This movie was so-so. It had it's moments, but wasn't the greatest.
    Brendon Jones It’s fine. It's literally the definition of a fine movie. You’ve seen it before, you know every beat and outcome before the characters even do. Only question is how much escapism you’re looking for.
    Bessie Smyth Great story, amazing characters, superb action, enthralling cinematography. Yes, this is something I am glad I spent money on.
    Adriana Valenzuela (oonaheartsnonny96) I remember when this show first premiered on Playhouse Disney (now called Disney Junior) in 2006. At the time, and also a little bit now, I found it to be one of the most charming cartoons ever. A lot of people have compared it to Bob the Builder and have said that this is a rip off. Not only do I disagree with that statement, but I personally think that this is better than Bob the Builder. Handy Manny teaches preschoolers how to be honest, you should include others, everyone is different, and to ask for help if you really need it. Bob the Builder taught friendship and teamwork. Well, that's all fine and good but the lessons Handy Manny teaches seem much more fleshed out. On top of that, the characters of Handy Manny are much more three dimensional than the characters of Bob the Builder. Their personality traits are present and some of them start out a certain way and then go through a story arc that changes them. Bob the Builder was boring compared to the colorful and three dimensional world of Handy Manny.
    obtravelingnow Very well done children's program that teaches Spanish. This show is extremely creative and fun. There are a many characters for the children to fall in love with and the stories are well written. The incorporation of Spanish is a great idea with this program becoming a super teaching tool. This is much better than Dora since you can understand the articulation of these characters and voices so much more. Also, there is teaching as far as "community" terms and a great sense of being a part of a neighborhood and a group that works together. Apart from showing kids the value and importance of fixing things and exposing them to different stores, parts of the community, and businesses, it also shows the value of doing a good job. Manny, the main character, exemplifies great citizenship. Team work and a great attitude also make for a good message. I applaud the creators!
    littlestarsthree My husband, my 4 year old, my 2 year old, and me...We all love it! Our boys are into repairing things, but we didn't like how Bob the Builder often whined....since we don't like reinforcing something they do enough naturally without cartoon characters reinforcing it. :) Manny has a great attitude. We love that Mr. Lowpart's cat has a comb- over as well. :) So funny! Manny is humble, genuinely interested in others (more than just another repair job), has a positive attitude and great work ethic. His tools have such fun names and the music is catchy. We're all singing the songs around the house these days. My two year old gets up and dances when the song comes on. My 4 yr old talks about Manny and his tools and some of the other characters throughout the day. We were in the van last week and he was talking about Mr. Lowpart and his cat. I couldn't remember the cat's name, but my son reminded me that it's Fluffy. :) Great show that we all look forward to when we can tune in! :) ...Coming back to add that we recently noticed a theme in the shows. Every tool is useful...just for different jobs. It teaches turn taking...sometimes it's someone else's turn to help with a job, but we're all working together. Love this! Also my 4 yr old has learned to distinguish whether "Felipe" or "Turner" is needed just by looking at screws. :) He is constantly wanting to work with my husband now on projects around the house. LOVES going to the hardware store now. :)
    Irene-78 What a wonderful show. My 3 year old son just loves it. I wish it were on more often. The talking tools are his favorites. Its nice to see shows doing problem solving, and owning up for mistakes. I sit with my son and watch also. There is always a lesson to be learned. My son runs around the house speaking Spanish. He also goes around the house and when he see something that needs to be fixed, he says "Mom, lets call Handy Manny to come and fix it". The singing is very catchy, and my son sings along with Manny and the tools, and he dances all over the place. My family is looking forward to any publication that we hope will come out in support of this show, videos and such. This show is on a great level for the preschooler, and family.