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An American Family

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1973
1 Season
12 Episodes
EN
Ended

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Originally intended as a chronicle of the daily life of the Louds, a Santa Barbara upper-middle-class family, the groundbreaking program documented the breakup of the family via the separation and subsequent divorce of parents Bill and Pat Loud.

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Season 1

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Episode 1
E1

Episode 1

Jan 11, 197358m

Opens with scenes from the last day of filming, December 31, 1971. Pat Loud and four of her children are having a New Year's Eve party in their Santa Barbara, California, home. Bill and Pat's marriage has ended in separation. Their eldest son, Lance, is still living in New York. The scene changes to the first days of filming when the family gathers for an early breakfast one morning in mid-May, 1971.

Episode 2
E2

Episode 2

Jan 18, 197358m

Pat visits her son Lance in New York City. She takes a room in his hotel, the Chelsea, and spends a week with him meeting his circle of friends.

Episode 3
E3

Episode 3

Jan 25, 197358m

Before returning from New York, Pat stops in Baltimore to check on a shipment that Bill is expecting. Bill meets her plane; they go out to lunch, during which they discuss their children. Later, they attend a dance recital featuring their daughters Delilah and Michele.

Episode 4
E4

Episode 4

Feb 1, 197358m

Pat returns to her Eugene, Oregon birthplace, and visits her mother, who still lives there. They drive around town, stopping at the important places in Pat's early life and the first years of her marriage. After attending her mother's birthday party, Pat ereturns home.

Episode 5
E5

Episode 5

Feb 8, 197358m

The girls are leaving with Pat for a vacation in Taos, New Mexico; Kevin leaves for Australia with Bill's business associate; and Lance calls the family from New York.

Episode 6
E6

Episode 6

Feb 15, 197359m

After Pat and Michele return from Taos, Pat has lunch with Bill and again the topic of discussion is their children. Lance is visiting Paris with a friend. A brush-fire in the hills threatens the Loud home.

Episode 7
E7

Episode 7

Feb 22, 197358m

The growing antagonism between Pat and Bill comes out in the open. Grant is criticized by his parents for not working hard enough, and, shortly afterward, gets into an accident while driving home from work.

Episode 8
E8

Episode 8

Mar 1, 197357m

While Bill is away on business, Pat decides to file for divorce. She spends an evening with her brother and sister-in-law, discussing this decision.

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Stream An American Family online free in HD on CineFlixo. A talked-about documentary series originally produced in Inglés and released in 1973, it's earned a solid 5.4/10 from 5 viewers worldwide.

About An American Family

Originally intended as a chronicle of the daily life of the Louds, a Santa Barbara upper-middle-class family, the groundbreaking program documented the breakup of the family via the separation and subsequent divorce of parents Bill and Pat Loud. Across 1 season and 12 episodes, originally airing on PBS.

An American Family Cast and Characters

The cast features Pat Loud (as Self), Bill Loud (as Self), Lance Loud (as Self), Kevin Loud (as Self), and Grant Loud (as Self). Their performances are a major reason An American Family has built such a passionate audience.

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An American Family flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy Inglés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Who is in the cast of An American Family?

The main cast includes Pat Loud, Bill Loud, Lance Loud, and Kevin Loud, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is An American Family available in Inglés?

Yes — An American Family was originally produced in Inglés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.

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An American Family first aired in 1973.

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How many seasons and episodes does An American Family have?

An American Family currently has 1 season and a total of 12 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on CineFlixo and continue watching from where you left off.

What is An American Family about?

Originally intended as a chronicle of the daily life of the Louds, a Santa Barbara upper-middle-class family, the groundbreaking program documented the breakup of the family via the separation and subsequent divorce of parents Bill and Pat Loud. It belongs to the Documentary genre.

In which language is An American Family originally available?

An American Family was originally produced in English. On CineFlixo the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.

When was An American Family first released?

An American Family first premiered on January 11, 1973 (1973). The series has since concluded its run.

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