American Dreams
Series Overview
Set to the soundtrack of the 1960s, a Philadelphia family moves toward the cultural upheaval in the years ahead. The Pryors' teen daughter Meg tries to shed her 'good girl' image by hanging with her worldly friend Roxanne and pursuing a dream of being an American Bandstand dancer. Meg's emerging personality, and the changes her mother's going through, don't sit well with Father.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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3 Seasons • 61 Episodes
2002 – 2005
Premiered: Sun, Sep 29, 2002
Jonathan PrinceLatest Aired Episode
Season 3, Episode 17: “It's My Life”
When Chris returns, Meg finds out that he has been drafted for the war and is going to Berkeley to avoid it. Meg must decide between being with Chris or being with her family but her decision is made even harder when Jack threatens to disown her if she leaves. Roxanne begins to cut hair at the Vinyl Crocodile much to Luke's dismay. JJ begins to feel overwhelmed at work when he volunteers to help on a project. Nathan is given a second chance by Mr. Pryor when he allows Nathan to do deliveries again. Helen decides to accompany a mother to pick up her son's coffin.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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American Dreams | NBC | Promo | 2003
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-02-27
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jonathan Prince
Dick Clark, David Semel
Department Leadership Roster
Dick Clark
Producer
David Semel
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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What is American Dreams about?
Set to the soundtrack of the 1960s, a Philadelphia family moves toward the cultural upheaval in the years ahead. The Pryors' teen daughter Meg tries to shed her 'good girl' image by hanging with her worldly friend Roxanne and pursuing a dream of being an American Bandstand dancer. Meg's emerging personality, and the changes her mother's going through, don't sit well with Father.
How many seasons does American Dreams have?
American Dreams comprises 3 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in American Dreams?
Key cast members in American Dreams include Gail O'Grady, Tom Verica, Brittany Snow, Will Estes, Jonathan Adams.
Who created or directed American Dreams?
American Dreams was developed and directed by Jonathan Prince.