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American Dreams

Season 1 Episode 24: High Hopes

J.J. defies injury to join Lehigh football practice, while Roxanne confronts her past by reconnecting with her estranged father after eight years. Meanwhile, Meg asserts her independence by getting her learner's permit.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Pilot

1. Pilot

Aired: Sep 29, 2002

Meg Pryor's lifelong dream comes true as she and friend Roxanne Bojarski land...

Episode 3 New Frontier

3. New Frontier

Aired: Oct 13, 2002

Sam navigates the aftermath of a confrontational meeting with the East Cathol...

Episode 4 Pryor Knowledge

4. Pryor Knowledge

Aired: Oct 20, 2002

Meg's date with Jimmy Riley takes an unexpected turn at the cinema, where she...

Episode 5 The Fighting Irish

5. The Fighting Irish

Aired: Oct 27, 2002

The next episode of this show takes a dramatic turn as J.J. throws an impromp...

Episode 6 Soldier Boy

6. Soldier Boy

Aired: Nov 3, 2002

Meg's newfound fame earns her a prominent spot in American Bandstand magazine...

Episode 7 Cold Snap

7. Cold Snap

Aired: Nov 10, 2002

Luke's harsh words about Meg's music taste send her emotions soaring, while J...

Episode 8 Black and White

8. Black and White

Aired: Nov 17, 2002

As the city championships approach, a shocking revelation threatens to underm...

Episode 9 The Home Front

9. The Home Front

Aired: Dec 1, 2002

Luke and Meg perform in a church choir in North Philly's rough streets, accom...

Episode 10 Silent Night

10. Silent Night

Aired: Dec 15, 2002

Meg and Jimmy Riley are recognized as one of American Bandstand's top couples...

Episode 12 Great Expectations

12. Great Expectations

Aired: Jan 12, 2003

Meg's academic struggles become a growing concern, with her family urging her...

Episode 14 Heartache

14. Heartache

Aired: Feb 9, 2003

The upcoming Valentine's Day sparks romance and excitement as Meg prepares a ...

Episode 15 False Start

15. False Start

Aired: Feb 16, 2003

An unexpected friendship blossoms between J.J. and Sam as they work together ...

Episode 16 Act of Contrition

16. Act of Contrition

Aired: Mar 2, 2003

A grieving classmate's shocking loss of an unborn child leads Helen on a miss...

Episode 17 Past Imperfect

17. Past Imperfect

Aired: Mar 9, 2003

The Pryor family's annual visit to their father's grave takes an unexpected t...

Episode 18 The One

18. The One

Aired: Mar 16, 2003

Meg's emotional journey at the Vinyl Crocodile takes a dramatic turn as she g...

Episode 19 Where the Boys Are

19. Where the Boys Are

Aired: Mar 30, 2003

Meg navigates a demanding meeting with Bobby Darin, seeking to secure an inte...

Episode 20 The Carpetbaggers

20. The Carpetbaggers

Aired: Apr 6, 2003

Meg consults Roxanne about her relationship with Luke, who is inexperienced i...

Episode 21 Fear Itself

21. Fear Itself

Aired: Apr 13, 2003

Meg and Roxanne set out to convince the coolest seniors to star in candid pho...

Episode 22 Secrets and Lies

22. Secrets and Lies

Aired: Apr 27, 2003

J.J.'s senior prom is approaching, and he's torn between attending the tradit...

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 Wildwood v...

Episode 24 High Hopes

24. High Hopes

Aired: May 11, 2003

J.J. defies injury to join Lehigh football practice, while Roxanne confronts ...

Episode 25 City on Fire

25. City on Fire

Aired: May 18, 2003

A massive riot erupts in North Philly, fueled by racial tensions, as the city...

Info about American Dreams

Seasons: 3

Current Status: Ended

Network: NBC

Production Country: United States

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