TV series
American Dreamer
1990–1991, English, on NBC. Created by Susan Seeger.
After the death of his wife, former network correspondent Tom Nash leaves his career to raise his children and writes a column about ordinary people for a Chicago newspaper. His editor frequently tries to lure him back into hard news, while Tom adjusts to his new life in Wisconsin.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 17
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 1991
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Latest episode
S1 E17: They Shoot Ducks, Don't They?
Aired 22 June 1991
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Susan SeegerCreator
- Robert UrichTom Nash · 17 ep
- Carol KaneLillian Abernathy · 17 ep
- Chay LentinRachel Nash · 17 ep
- Johnny GaleckiDanny Nash · 17 ep
- Margaret WelshHolly Baker · 17 ep
- Jeffrey TamborJoe Baines · 17 ep
- John GloverCast · 4 ep
- Brice BeckhamCast · 3 ep
- Leslie JordanCast · 2 ep
- Christine EbersoleCast · 2 ep
- Mike HagertyCast · 1 ep
- Sal ViscusoCast · 1 ep
Details
- First aired
- 20 September 1990
- Last aired
- 22 June 1991
- Network
- NBC
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Scripted
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American Dreamer: quick answers
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How many seasons of American Dreamer are there?
American Dreamer has 1 season and 17 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is American Dreamer finished?
Yes. American Dreamer ended in 1991, so you can watch the whole story.
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What shows are like American Dreamer?
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Who created American Dreamer?
American Dreamer was created by Susan Seeger and stars Robert Urich, Carol Kane, Chay Lentin.