Fancy Nancy (TV series) explained

Alt Name:Fancy Nancy Clancy (outside the U.S. and Canada)
Genre:Family
Creator:Anne Smith
Developer:Krista Tucker
Director:Jamie Mitchell
Composer:TJ Hill
Matthew Tishler
Theme Music Composer:Matthew Tishler
Krista Tucker
Endtheme: (instrumental)
Country:United States
Language:English
Num Seasons:3
Num Episodes:63
List Episodes:List of Fancy Nancy episodes
Executive Producer:Jamie Mitchell
Krista Tucker
Editor:Pieter Kaufman
Runtime:22 minutes
Company:Disney Television Animation
Animator:
  • Toiion Animation Studios (season 1)
  • Snowball Studios (seasons 2–3)
  • Stellar Creative Lab (season 2)
Network:

Fancy Nancy (titled Fancy Nancy Clancy internationally) is an American animated family comedy children's television series developed by Jamie Mitchell and Krista Tucker and produced by Disney Television Animation for Disney Junior based on the eponymous children's picture book series by Jane O'Connor with illustrations by Robin Preiss Glasser. The show follows the adventures of Nancy Clancy, a 6 (and then later 7) year-old girl who loves everything fancy and French,[1] while living with her family and friends in a fictional version of Plainfield, Ohio.

The series premiered on July 13, 2018, in the United States and in Canada the following day. Disney Junior renewed the series for a second season,[2] which premiered on October 4, 2019, in the United States. On September 18, 2019, a third season was commissioned,[3] and Krista Tucker confirmed that it would be the last for the entire series.[4] The third season began simulcasting on Disney Junior, DisneyNOW and Disney+ on November 12, 2021.[5] The series finale aired on February 18, 2022. Fancy Nancy received generally positive reviews from critics.

Premise

Six-year-old Nancy Clancy enjoys fancy and French things that range from her outfit to her creative elaborate attire as she plans to teach some fanciness to her ordinary family and her friends.

Characters

Episodes

See main article: List of Fancy Nancy episodes.

Release

Fancy Nancy premiered in the United States and in Canada on July 13, 2018.[11] The series was later made available to stream on Disney+.[12] [13]

Home media

Reception

Critical response

Alex Reif of LaughingPlace.com called Fancy Nancy "full of bright colors, fun characters, and musical numbers," writing, "Like the beloved book series, kids are going to think Disney’s Fancy Nancy is très magnifique. Nancy will inspire viewers to be themselves and to make every day extra special. Her interests gravitate towards things that are pink and sparkly, but her personality is optimistic and friendly. Not only will kids expand their vocabulary, but they will also see a great role model for overcoming personal struggles and being a better friend."[14] Emily Ashby of Common Sense Media gave Fancy Nancy a grade of four out of five stars, complimented the educational value, citing self-expression and individuality, and praised the depiction of positive messages and role models, stating that the show promotes respect and positivity across its characters.[15]

Dave Trumbore of Collider included Fancy Nancy in their "2018's Best New Animated Series for Kids" list, saying that the series celebrates "uniqueness, diversity, and individuality."[16] Azure Hall and Casey Suglia of Romper included Fancy Nancy in their "Great Shows Your Kids Will Love To Stream On Disney+" list, stating, "Although Nancy likes everything fancy, the TV series promotes individuality and self expression, rather than materialism. Throughout the show, Nancy learns about the beauty of people’s differences and learns to appreciate all that makes her friends unique. This mirrors itself in the show’s positive messages about family members, as Nancy loves on her younger sister and her supportive parents. While Nancy might not necessarily be your cup of tea, you have to give credit to a show that teaches kids to embrace their truest selves."[17]

Nuray Bulbul of WalesOnline included Fancy Nancy in their "6 Best Disney Plus animated films and TV shows in 2021" list, asserting, "From her vast vocabulary to her creative attire, six-year-old Nancy is one to look out for. A high-spirited young girl whose imagination and enthusiasm transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary - showcases it’s important to make the most of each day and encourage others to do the same."[18] Charles Curtis of USA Today ranked Fancy Nancy 6th in their "20 Best Shows For Kids Right Now (March 2020)" list.[19]

Accolades

YearAwardCategory Nominee(s) ResultRef.
2019 Outstanding Directing for a Preschool Animated Program Mircea Mantta, Jamie Mitchell [20]
Outstanding Writing for a Preschool Animated Program Krista Tucker, Matt Hoverman, Laurie Israel, Andrew Guerdat
2020 NAMIC Vision Awards Animation Fancy Nancy [21]
2021 Outstanding Children's Programming [22]
Annie AwardsOutstanding Achievement for Writing in an Animated Television/Media ProductionKrista Tucker, Andrew Guerdat, Matt Hoverman, Laurie Israel, Marisa Evans[23]
2022 GLAAD Media AwardsOutstanding Children's ProgrammingFancy Nancy[24]
Children's and Family Emmy AwardsOutstanding Original SongPhilip Bentley, Matthew Tishler, Andy Guerdat (for "If You Have a Dream") [25]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Littleton. Cynthia. 'Fancy Nancy' Set to Become Disney Junior Movie, TV Series. Variety. March 27, 2015 . January 6, 2016.
  2. Web site: Pedersen. Erik. 'Fancy Nancy' Renewed By Disney Junior Ahead Of Series Premiere . Deadline Hollywood. June 8, 2018. June 7, 2018.
  3. Web site: Milligan . Mercedes . September 18, 2019 . Disney Junior Orders 3rd Season of Emmy Nominated 'Fancy Nancy' . October 1, 2019 . Animation Magazine.
  4. Web site: Krista Tucker - Executive Producer in Development / Story Editor / Writer - Disney TV Animation. 1 December 2021. LinkedIn. Au revoir, Fancy Nancy! It was a fantastic experience and I'm so proud of the show we created. Now... I'm very excited to be developing two new projects for Disney TV Animation! Onward with joy, purpose and gratitude that I get to live every day playing in the creative process!.
  5. Web site: Haring . Bruce . November 8, 2021 . Disney+ Day: Full Slate Of New Content Unveiled, Company-Wide Promotions Include Discounted Streaming Subscription . December 1, 2021 . Deadline Hollywood.
  6. Web site: Voice Of Nancy – Behind The Voice Actors . Behind The Voice Actors . . Check marks indicates role has been confirmed using screenshots of closing credits and other reliable sources.
  7. Web site: Voice Of Jojo – Behind The Voice Actors . Behind The Voice Actors . . Check marks indicates role has been confirmed using screenshots of closing credits and other reliable sources.
  8. Web site: Voice Of Doug – Behind The Voice Actors . Behind The Voice Actors . . Check marks indicates role has been confirmed using screenshots of closing credits and other reliable sources.
  9. Web site: Voice Of Claire – Behind The Voice Actors . Behind The Voice Actors . . Check marks indicates role has been confirmed using screenshots of closing credits and other reliable sources.
  10. Web site: Voice Of Bree – Behind The Voice Actors . Behind The Voice Actors . . Check marks indicates role has been confirmed using screenshots of closing credits and other reliable sources.
  11. Web site: Prickett . Macon . July 18, 2018 . FANCY NANCY is Disney Junior's #1 Debut in Two Years With Girls 2-5 . 2023-08-16 . . en.
  12. Web site: Bojalad . Alec . October 16, 2020 . Disney+ New Releases: November 2020 . 2023-08-16 . . en-US.
  13. Web site: Reif . Alex . November 6, 2020 . Disney+ Watch Guide" November 6th – 12th . 2023-08-16 . LaughingPlace.com . en-US.
  14. Web site: Reif . Alex . 2018-07-16 . TV Review: Disney Junior's "Fancy Nancy" . 2022-11-19 . LaughingPlace.com . en-US.
  15. Web site: Ashby . Emily . Fancy Nancy TV Review Common Sense Media . 2022-11-19 . . en.
  16. Web site: Trumbore . Dave . December 13, 2018 . Best New Animated Kids Series of 2018 . 2023-08-16 . . en.
  17. Web site: Hall . Azure . Suglia . Casey . March 5, 2021 . 'Bluey' & 39 More Great Shows Your Kids Will Love To Stream On Disney+ . 2023-08-16 . . en.
  18. Web site: Bulbul . Nuray . 2021-07-30 . Best animated Disney Plus films and shows for kids this summer . 2023-08-16 . . en.
  19. Web site: Curtis . Charles . 2020-03-27 . The 20 Best Shows For Kids Right Now (March 2020) . 2022-11-27 . . en-US.
  20. Web site: Morin . Alyssa . March 20, 2019 . Daytime Emmy Awards 2019: The Complete List of Nominations . 2022-11-19 . E! Online.
  21. Web site: Umstead . R. Thomas . 2020-04-02 . HBO, NBC Top NAMIC Vision Awards Nominations . 2022-11-19 . . en.
  22. Web site: 2021-01-28 . The Nominees for the 32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards . 2022-11-19 . . en.
  23. Web site: Pedersen . Erik . 2021-03-03 . Annie Awards Nominations: 'Soul' & 'Wolfwalkers' Lead Field For Animation Prizes . 2023-08-19 . . en-US.
  24. Web site: 2021-09-15 . The Nominees for the 33rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards . 2022-11-19 . . en.
  25. Web site: 2022 CAFE Nominees (ALL) - The Emmys. Emmy Awards. November 1, 2022. November 1, 2022.

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