Manfred

2016

Movies and TV

Manny may refer to multiple characters across various films and television series. The most well-known is likely Manfred "Manny" the Woolly Mammoth from the Ice Age film franchise.

First appearing in 2002's Ice Age, Manny is depicted as a grumpy, solitary mammoth still grieving the loss of his family to human hunters. Initially cynical, he gradually warms to the company of Sid the Sloth and Diego the Saber-toothed Tiger, eventually forming a close-knit, albeit unconventional, family unit with them. Throughout the series, Manny evolves into a protective and caring figure, taking on the role of a father and husband.

Voiced primarily by Ray Romano, Manny provides a grounded, often sarcastic, counterpoint to the more comedic personalities of his companions. His character arc centers around healing from past trauma, embracing change, and learning to trust and love again. He is a central protagonist in all the main Ice Age films, becoming a symbol of resilience and the importance of found family.