American Dream
Synopsis
A family moves from an affluent Chicago suburb to the mixed inner-city neighborhood where the father grew up, with the idea of giving the kids, who are becoming materialistic snobs, the feel of a big city environment.
Top Cast
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Stephen Macht
Danny Novak
Karen Carlson
Donna Novak
Hans Conried
Abe Berlowitz
Michael Hershewe
Todd Novak
Timothy Owen Waldrip
Casey Novak
Andrea Smith
Jenny Novak
John McIntire
Sam Whittier
John Karlen
Coach Ritter
Scott Brady
Mr. Becker
Hortensia Colorado
George Reynolds
Louie Lanciloti
John Malkovich
Harry Teinowitz
Jack Wasserman
Thomas O. Erhart Jr.
Tonya Pinkins
Dick Sasso
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mel Damski
- Screenplay & Story
- Ronald M. Cohen, Barbara Corday, Ken Hecht
- Original Score
- Artie Butler
- Original Title
- American Dream
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- Mace Neufeld Productions, Viacom Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mel Damski
Ronald M. Cohen, Barbara Corday, Ken Hecht
Artie Butler
Paul Vombrack
John McSweeney Jr.
Barney Rosenzweig, Mace Neufeld
Department Leadership Roster
Barney Rosenzweig
Producer
Ronald M. Cohen
Writer
Barbara Corday
Writer
Ken Hecht
Writer
Paul Vombrack
Director of Photography
Mel Damski
Director
John McSweeney Jr.
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for American Dream.
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Frequently Asked Questions About American Dream
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is American Dream about?
A family moves from an affluent Chicago suburb to the mixed inner-city neighborhood where the father grew up, with the idea of giving the kids, who are becoming materialistic snobs, the feel of a big city environment.
Who directed American Dream?
American Dream was directed by Mel Damski.
Who stars in American Dream?
The principal cast of American Dream includes Stephen Macht, Karen Carlson, Hans Conried, Michael Hershewe, Timothy Owen Waldrip.
When was American Dream released and how long is it?
American Dream was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.
Who composed the musical score for American Dream?
The original motion picture soundtrack for American Dream was composed by Artie Butler.