Manzo'd with Children

Manzo'd with Children
Genre Reality television
Starring
Country of origin United States
Original language(s) English
No. of seasons 1
No. of episodes 8
Production
Executive producer(s)
  • Lucilla D’Agostino
  • Valerie Haselton
  • Rebecca Toth Diefenbach
Camera setup Multiple
Running time 22 minutes
Production company(s)
  • Sirens Media
Broadcast
Original channel Bravo
Picture format 480i (SDTV)
1080i (HDTV)
Original run October 5, 2014 – present
Chronology
Related shows The Real Housewives of New Jersey
External links
Website

Manzo'd with Children is an American reality documentary television series on Bravo which premiered on October 5, 2014.[1][2][3] Bravo announced the series in April 2014, making it the first spin-off show of The Real Housewives of New Jersey.[4][5] The first season concluded on November 2, 2014.[6] In March 2015, Bravo renewed Manzo'd with Children for a second season.[7]

Cast

The Manzo family: Chris, Albie, Caroline, Al and Lauren. (from left)

Premise

The reality series follow the daily life of Caroline Manzo and her family: husband Albert, sons Albie and Chris, daughter Lauren and sister Fran.[13] Caroline spent five seasons being a cast member of popular reality television series The Real Housewives of New Jersey before getting her own show.[14] Manzo decided to quit the series before the sixth season.[15] In October 2013, she explained the decision on her personal blog telling that her "role has run its course," adding that "peace and integrity cannot be bought with money or fame."[16] Manzo also added that she was already in production on a pilot, Manzo'd With Children;[17][18] the show was eventually picked up.[2]

Episodes

No. Title Original air date U.S. viewers
(million)
1"The Princess Bride"October 5, 20141.72[3]
Lauren prepares for her wedding and decides to do a bridal dress photo shoot. She also chooses to get botox injections in her armpits to eliminate the sweat and Jacqueline suggests her help. Caroline overhears their conversation and disapproves.[19]
2"The Flying Manzos"October 5, 20141.57[3]
Albie and Chris move back to their parents' house. Caroline does not feel comfortable about her weight but is resistant toward exercising. Albie, Chris and Lauren suggest Caroline to start taking trapeze lessons.[20]
3"Off to the Races"October 12, 20141.34[21]
Albie introduces her new girlfriend, Brittany, to her family. However, his family members were not impressed. Albie and Chris plan to open a new restaurant.[22]
4"Brothers & Sisters"October 19, 20141.05[23]
Lauren and Albie get into an argument as Lauren questions his relationship with Brittany. When things get too serious, Caroline comes between them and demands them to make up. Caroline continues working on her sauce line.[24]
5"In Your Cafface!"October 26, 20141.31[25]
Lauren starts renovating Cafface, turning it into a blowout bar. Caroline gets very upset about the changes and concerns about the questionable business decisions. Caroline is not sure whether Brittany is right for her son.[26]
6"Secret Sauce"October 26, 20141.00[25]
Caroline together with her family travels to Texas for a family vacation in order to have fun and do some research on her upcoming BBQ sauce line.[27]
7"Tattoo Nightmare"November 2, 20141.39[28]
Caroline works on her BBQ sauce line. The episode mostly focuses on Albie and Brittany's relationship. Things get a little tense as his girlfriend is not very happy about a gift Albie gave to her. He considers breaking up with her and decides to get a tattoo.[29]
8"The Love Boat"November 2, 20141.14[28]
Albie asks Caroline for a relationship advice. Caroline and her husband spend their 30th wedding anniversary going on a trip along the Hudson River on their new boat. Lauren and Chris argue about what anniversary gift to give to their parents.[6]

References

  1. ↑ "Shows A–Z – manzo'd with children on bravo". The Futon Critic. Retrieved November 15, 2014.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Bibel, Sara (August 21, 2014). "'Manzo'd With Children' to Premiere Sunday, October 5 on Bravo" (Press release). Zap2it. Retrieved April 8, 2014.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Kondolojy, Amanda (October 7, 2014). "Sunday Cable Ratings: MLB Baseball Tops Night + 'The Strain', 'The Real Housewives of New Jersey', 'Alaska: The Last Frontier' + More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  4. ↑ Hyman, Viski (April 8, 2014). "Bravo picks up 'Real Housewives' spinoff 'Manzo'd with Children'". NJ.com. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  5. ↑ Kondolojy, Amanda (April 8, 2014). "Bravo Media Greenlights Most Diversified Slate Ever of New and Returning Unscripted and Scripted Series" (Press release). Zap2it. Retrieved April 8, 2014.
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 "Manzo'd with Children Season 1 Ep 8: The Love Boat". Bravo Media. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  7. ↑ Gerard, Jeremy (March 30, 2015). "Bravo Media Slates 10 New Series, Including ‘Recipe For Deception’ – Upfronts" (Press release). Deadline. Retrieved March 30, 2015.
  8. ↑ "Caroline Manzo — Biography". Bravo Media. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  9. ↑ "Al Manzo — Biography". Bravo Media. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  10. ↑ "Albie Manzo — Biography". Bravo Media. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  11. ↑ "Lauren Manzo — Biography". Bravo Media. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  12. ↑ "Chris Manzo — Biography". Bravo Media. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  13. ↑ "Manzo'd with Children Season 1: Cast & Info". Bravo Media. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 18, 2014.
  14. ↑ Harnick, Chris (April 8, 2014). "Caroline Manzo Returns With New Bravo Series Manzo'd With Children—Get a Sneak Peek!". E! Online. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  15. ↑ Takeda, Allison (October 14, 2013). "Caroline Manzo Confirms Real Housewives of New Jersey Exit After Season Finale". Us Weekly. Retrieved November 18, 2014.
  16. ↑ "Caroline Says Goodbye to #RHONJ". Bravo Media. NCUniversal. October 13, 2013. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  17. ↑ Johnson, Zach (October 15, 2013). "Caroline Manzo Reveals Why She Quit Real Housewives of New Jersey". E! Online. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  18. ↑ Rouse, Wade (October 14, 2013). "Caroline Manzo Is Leaving Real Housewives of New Jersey". People. Time Inc. Retrieved May 18, 2014.
  19. ↑ "Manzo'd with Children Season 1 Ep 1: The Princess Bride". Bravo Media. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  20. ↑ "Manzo'd with Children Season 1 Ep 2: The Flying Manzos". Bravo Media. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  21. ↑ Bibel, Sara (October 14, 2014). "Sunday Cable Ratings: 'The Walking Dead' Wins Night, 'Talking Dead', 'Boardwalk Empire', 'Homeland' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  22. ↑ "Manzo'd with Children Season 1 Ep 3: Off to the Races". Bravo Media. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  23. ↑ Kondolojy, Amanda (October 21, 2014). "Sunday Cable Ratings: 'The Walking Dead' Wins Night, 'Talking Dead', 'Boardwalk Empire', 'Homeland' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  24. ↑ "Manzo'd with Children Season 1 Ep 4: Brothers & Sisters". Bravo Media. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  25. ↑ 25.0 25.1 Bibel, Sara (October 28, 2014). "Sunday Cable Ratings: 'The Walking Dead' Wins Night, 'Talking Dead', 'Boardwalk Empire', 'Real Housewives of New Jersey', 'Homeland' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  26. ↑ "Manzo'd with Children Season 1 Ep 5: In Your Cafface!". Bravo Media. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  27. ↑ "Manzo'd with Children Season 1 Ep 6: Secret Sauce". Bravo Media. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  28. ↑ 28.0 28.1 Kondolojy, Amanda (November 4, 2014). "Sunday Cable Ratings: 'Walking Dead' Tops Night + 'Talking Dead', 'Skyscraper Live', 'The Real Housewives of New Jersey' & More". TV by the Numbers. Retrieved November 16, 2014.
  29. ↑ "Manzo'd with Children Season 1 Ep 7: Tattoo Nightmare". Bravo Media. NBCUniversal. Retrieved November 16, 2014.

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