American Dreams

American Dreams

TV-PG 2002 · 3 seasons · 61 eps · ★ 5.2 · Drama, Family

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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.

Created by Jonathan Prince

Network: NBC

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