Melissa & Joey (2010)

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.

Genres: Drama, Comedy, Family

What to watch after Melissa & Joey

• My Wife and Kids (2000) — Same feel: feel-good, cheerful
• Man with a Plan (2016) — Phill Lewis directed both
• Laverne & Shirley (1976) — Two steps away in the credits
• Cougar Town (2009) — Same feel: feel-good, cheerful
• Good Luck Charlie (2010) — Adam Weissman and Phill Lewis directed both
• The Nanny (1993) — Same feel: feel-good, cheerful