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American Dreams

Season 1 Episode 4: Pryor Knowledge

In the next episode, Meg's date with Jimmy Riley takes an exciting turn as they hit the cinema, and Sam finds himself walking her home afterwards. Meanwhile, J.J. stumbles through a college mixer, getting his two left feet tangled up with Beth.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Pilot

1. Pilot

Aired: Sep 29, 2002

Meg Pryor's lifelong dream comes true when she and her adventurous friend Rox...

Episode 3 New Frontier

3. New Frontier

Aired: Oct 13, 2002

Sam struggles to cope with the backlash from East Catholic's track team, whil...

Episode 4 Pryor Knowledge

4. Pryor Knowledge

Aired: Oct 20, 2002

In the next episode, Meg's date with Jimmy Riley takes an exciting turn as th...

Episode 5 The Fighting Irish

5. The Fighting Irish

Aired: Oct 27, 2002

J.J.'s impromptu party with Tommy DeFelice leaves him missing a crucial meeti...

Episode 6 Soldier Boy

6. Soldier Boy

Aired: Nov 3, 2002

Meg leverages her newfound fame to secure a coveted spot in American Bandstan...

Episode 7 Cold Snap

7. Cold Snap

Aired: Nov 10, 2002

Luke's opinion on Meg's music choice sparks her anger, while Jack's business ...

Episode 8 Black and White

8. Black and White

Aired: Nov 17, 2002

As the city championships approach, J.J. uncovers a shocking truth: some Phil...

Episode 9 The Home Front

9. The Home Front

Aired: Dec 1, 2002

The next episode's storyline centers around Meg, who chooses to spend quality...

Episode 10 Silent Night

10. Silent Night

Aired: Dec 15, 2002

As Christmas approaches, Meg and Jimmy Riley are crowned one of American Band...

Episode 12 Great Expectations

12. Great Expectations

Aired: Jan 12, 2003

Meg's academic performance sparks concern among her family members, particula...

Episode 14 Heartache

14. Heartache

Aired: Feb 9, 2003

As Valentine's Day approaches, Meg tries to win over her boyfriend Luke with ...

Episode 15 False Start

15. False Start

Aired: Feb 16, 2003

Next episode, a track meet sets the stage for an unexpected friendship betwee...

Episode 16 Act of Contrition

16. Act of Contrition

Aired: Mar 2, 2003

A sudden loss of an unborn child leads Helen to help a classmate recover, but...

Episode 17 Past Imperfect

17. Past Imperfect

Aired: Mar 9, 2003

The Pryor family gathers at the cemetery to pay respects to their father's gr...

Episode 18 The One

18. The One

Aired: Mar 16, 2003

Meg's visit to the Vinyl Crocodile to sign autographs is complicated by her c...

Episode 19 Where the Boys Are

19. Where the Boys Are

Aired: Mar 30, 2003

Meg navigates a tense encounter with Bobby Darin while trying to secure an in...

Episode 20 The Carpetbaggers

20. The Carpetbaggers

Aired: Apr 6, 2003

Meg's budding relationship with Luke sparks concerns about his romantic exper...

Episode 21 Fear Itself

21. Fear Itself

Aired: Apr 13, 2003

Meg and Roxanne are tasked with convincing cool seniors to take part in candi...

Episode 22 Secrets and Lies

22. Secrets and Lies

Aired: Apr 27, 2003

J.J.'s senior prom is approaching, but he's not going as Colleen has presente...

Episode 23 Down the Shore

23. Down the Shore

Aired: May 4, 2003

Jim Bunning pitches for the Phillies as the Pryors embark on their annual Wil...

Episode 24 High Hopes

24. High Hopes

Aired: May 11, 2003

Next episode, J.J. faces a setback as he arrives at Lehigh with a tender ankl...

Episode 25 City on Fire

25. City on Fire

Aired: May 18, 2003

As racial tensions escalate in North Philly, a massive riot erupts, threateni...

Info about American Dreams

Seasons: 3

Current Status: Ended

Network: NBC

Production Country: United States

Genres:Drama, Family, War, Romance, Music, History