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Man with a Plan 2016

★ 6.7/10 · 127 votes TV-PG Comedy 4 seasons · 69 eps Canceled
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What is Man with a Plan?

Man with a Plan is a television sitcom that premiered in 2016. The show centers on a father who discovers that managing household responsibilities and childcare presents unexpected challenges when his spouse returns to work.

Type
TV series
Year
2016
Status
Canceled
Episodes
69
Runtime
22 minutes
First aired
Oct 24, 2016
Last aired
Jun 11, 2020
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
CBS
Genres
Comedy
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Man with a Plan is a television sitcom that premiered in 2016. The show centers on a father who discovers that managing household responsibilities and childcare presents unexpected challenges when his spouse returns to work. The series explores the comedic situations that arise from this role reversal, as the main character navigates the complexities of domestic life and parenting duties. The program examines modern family dynamics and the adjustments that couples must make when traditional work arrangements change. Through its humor, the show highlights the often-overlooked difficulties of stay-at-home parenting and the importance of shared responsibility in contemporary households. The series ran for multiple seasons, depicting various scenarios that working parents and caregivers commonly encounter in their daily lives.

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Should you watch it?

“A father discovers the challenges of parenting when his wife returns to the workforce.”

Reasons to watch
  • relatable parenting scenarios
  • comedic take on household dynamics
Keep in mind
  • traditional sitcom structure

Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted stories about the daily realities of modern family life.

The series is a family-oriented sitcom focused on domestic situations.

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Season 1 · 22 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 21 episodes
Season 3 · 13 episodes
Season 4 · 13 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

A father takes on the primary responsibility of childcare after his wife returns to work.

When was the show released?

The series premiered in 2016.

What genre is the show?

It is a television sitcom.

Is the show about parenting?

Yes, the plot centers on a father learning that parenting is more difficult than he initially expected.

Who is the main character?

The story follows a father who stays home to care for his children.