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Mr. Nanny (1993): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

Mr. Nanny (1993) movie poster

Mr. Nanny is a 1993 action comedy directed by Michael Gottlieb, starring Hulk Hogan, Sherman Hemsley and Ed Leslie. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes and earned $4.3 million worldwide. Critics gave it 6% on Rotten Tomatoes and 18 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
6%
worldwide gross
$4.3M
Metascore
18
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Mr. Nanny (1993) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 24m (84 min)
Director
Michael Gottlieb
Genres
Action , Comedy , Family
Original language
English
Studio
Entertainment Film Distributors
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Mr. Nanny About?

The premise of Mr. Nanny without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Former wrestler Sean Armstrong becomes the nanny for two energetic children, finding himself struggling to control their chaotic behavior. Using his wrestling techniques, he aims to connect with them and instill discipline. Their troubles escalate when the villainous Tommy Thanatos kidnaps the group, seeking a valuable high-tech chip. Sean must then rely on his strength and skills to rescue them and demonstrate his abilities extend beyond the wrestling ring.

Mr. Nanny Themes & Keywords

· 17 tags
  • slimehouse
  • couple
  • father
  • bodyguard
  • wrestler
  • nanny
  • children
  • male nanny
  • family relationships
  • period in title
  • abbreviation in title
  • armed
+5 more
  • gun
  • fishing
  • booby trap
  • ballet
  • independent film
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Cast & crew

Mr. Nanny Cast

Hulk Hogan leads the cast, with Sherman Hemsley and Ed Leslie. Directed by Michael Gottlieb; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Mr. Nanny

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From the director

More from Michael Gottlieb

More films directed by Michael Gottlieb, best-rated first: A Kid in King Arthur's Court, Mannequin and The Shrimp on the Barbie.

Full filmography
Ratings

Mr. Nanny Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Mr. Nanny 6% on Rotten Tomatoes and 18 on Metacritic.

Plot

Mr. Nanny Plot Summary

What happens in Mr. Nanny from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the sun-drenched streets of Palm Beach, Florida, the former wrestler Sean Armstrong is battling the shadows of his past as he now leads a reclusive life. His friend and former manager, Burt Wilson, knows pain all too well as he struggles with a bum leg, a constant reminder of the sacrifices he made to save Sean’s life. Despite grappling with his own financial difficulties, Burt persuades Sean to take a bodyguard position for Alex Mason Sr., the elusive head of Mason Systems. This tech firm is on the brink of transforming global security with its innovative Peacefinder Project. Their primary task is to protect the Mason children, Alex Jr. and Kate, whose antics have consistently bewildered their often preoccupied father.

Full summary

The whole story of Mr. Nanny, scene by scene

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Box office

Mr. Nanny Box Office

Mr. Nanny grossed $4.3 million worldwide.

1993 box office

Worldwide gross

$4.3M

US & Canada
$4.3M
Videos

Mr. Nanny Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Mr. Nanny.

Mr. Nanny Trailer 1993
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Mr. Nanny?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Cars

Cars in Mr. Nanny

14 cars on screen, including the Harley-Davidson Super Glide and the 1980 Rolls-Royce Corniche.

All 14 cars
  • Harley-Davidson Super Glide in Mr. Nanny Harley-Davidson Super Glide Important role
  • 1980 Rolls-Royce Corniche in Mr. Nanny 1980 Rolls-Royce Corniche Important role
  • 1990 Lincoln Town Car Stretched Limousine in Mr. Nanny 1990 Lincoln Town Car Stretched Limousine Minor role
  • 1991 Lincoln Town Car Stretched Limousine in Mr. Nanny 1991 Lincoln Town Car Stretched Limousine Minor role

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FAQ

Mr. Nanny FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Mr. Nanny, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Mr. Nanny?

Mr. Nanny runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

When was Mr. Nanny released?

Mr. Nanny was released on October 8, 1993.

Who directed Mr. Nanny?

Mr. Nanny was directed by Michael Gottlieb.

More films by Michael Gottlieb

Who is in the cast of Mr. Nanny?

Mr. Nanny stars Hulk Hogan, Sherman Hemsley and Ed Leslie, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Mr. Nanny make at the box office?

Mr. Nanny grossed $4.3 million worldwide.

How is Mr. Nanny rated?

Mr. Nanny has 6% on Rotten Tomatoes, 18 on Metacritic and 51% on TMDB.

Does Mr. Nanny have a post-credit scene?

No. Mr. Nanny has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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