The Haunted Hathaways

Premise: “The Haunted Hathaways” follows the comedic adventures of the Hathaway family after they move to New Orleans and discover that their new home is already occupied by a ghostly family, the Prestons. The two families, despite their differences (one being living and the other being supernatural), must learn to live together under one roof, leading to a myriad of hilarious situations and unexpected friendships.

Main Characters:

• Michelle Hathaway (played by Ginifer King): The mother of the Hathaway family, who’s adjusting to her new life in New Orleans while managing a pie shop.
• Taylor Hathaway (played by Amber Montana): Michelle’s eldest daughter, a talented gymnast who tries to adjust to her new supernatural surroundings.
• Frankie Hathaway (played by Breanna Yde): The younger, more adventurous daughter of Michelle.
• Ray Preston (played by Chico Benymon): The ghostly father of the Preston family, a former saxophone player.
• Miles Preston (played by Curtis Harris): Ray’s teenage son, who becomes close friends with Taylor.
• Louie Preston (played by Benjamin Flores Jr.): Ray’s younger son, who often gets into mischiefs with Frankie.

Themes: At its core, “The Haunted Hathaways” is about blending families and the challenges and rewards that come with it. Through the lens of comedy and supernatural antics, the series delves into themes of acceptance, understanding differences, cooperation, and the deepening of bonds formed out of unexpected circumstances.

Rating: 3/5 Critically, the show garnered mixed reviews. While its unique premise and the cast’s performance were lauded, some felt the execution of certain storylines could be predictable. The family-oriented comedy and supernatural elements appealed to a younger demographic, but older viewers sometimes found the humor repetitive.

TV Parental Guidelines Rating: TV-G The show is rated TV-G, indicating it’s suitable for a general audience. The content is mild and child-friendly, with the supernatural elements presented in a lighthearted and comedic manner.

Broadcast Details: “The Haunted Hathaways” aired on Nickelodeon from 2013 to 2015.

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5. “Henry Danger”