ABC Spinning Off Supernanny With Supermanny

ABC is moving forward with its plans for a male-based Supernanny spinoff says The Hollywood Reporter. The network will air an episode of Supermanny as a back-door pilot in the fall. The spinoff’s format will remain similar to the original, with a child-development expert lending a family in crisis some tough-love guidance. However, instead of professional nanny Jo Frost leading the living room intervention, gruff Chicago child therapist Mike Ruggles will step in. Ruggles’ approach to diffusing family disputes will differ somewhat as well. Ruggles encourages parents to learn how to play with their kids and get to know them.