The American Girls

The American Girls (1978)

EndedScripted showDrama, Adventure

The adventures of two roving journalists, Becky, a sophisticated blonde, and Amy, a guileless brunette, who go wherever their producer, Casey, sends them. They travel by van, while Casey sits anxiously next to a telephone in New York wondering what kind of hot scoops—and hot water—his American girls will fall into this time. The ladies work for a New York City-based TV newsmagazine.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06The Phoenix Connectionnov. 10, 1978
S01E05A Crash Course in Survivaloct. 21, 1978
S01E04Fireflyoct. 14, 1978
S01E03The Haunting of Chatham Bayoct. 7, 1978
S01E02The Beautiful People Junglesept. 30, 1978
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The American Girls' premiere?

'The American Girls' premiered on September 23, 1978.

Who were the main characters in 'The American Girls'?

The main characters in 'The American Girls' were Addie Mills and her family.

What was the setting of 'The American Girls'?

'The American Girls' was set in the fictional town of Ashford.

What was the genre of 'The American Girls'?

'The American Girls' was a family drama television series.

Who played the role of Addie Mills in 'The American Girls'?

Amy Linker portrayed the character of Addie Mills in 'The American Girls'.

Who created 'The American Girls'?

'The American Girls' was created by Shirl Hendryx.

What was the premise of 'The American Girls'?

'The American Girls' followed the life of Addie Mills, a young girl growing up in the late 1960s.

How many episodes were there in 'The American Girls'?

'The American Girls' had a total of 18 episodes.

What was the target audience of 'The American Girls'?

'The American Girls' was primarily targeted towards a young audience.

Did 'The American Girls' receive any awards or nominations?

No, 'The American Girls' did not receive any major awards or nominations.

What were some recurring themes in 'The American Girls'?

Some recurring themes in 'The American Girls' included friendship, family dynamics, and societal changes.

Did 'The American Girls' address any social issues?

Yes, 'The American Girls' addressed social issues like racial tension and women's rights.

How was the character of Addie Mills portrayed in 'The American Girls'?

Addie Mills was portrayed as an intelligent, curious, and independent young girl in 'The American Girls'.

Did 'The American Girls' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'The American Girls' featured guest appearances by actors like Patty Duke and Robby Benson.

Did 'The American Girls' have a theme song?

Yes, 'The American Girls' had a theme song titled "American Girls."

What was the reception of 'The American Girls' among audiences?

'The American Girls' received positive reviews from critics and was well-received by its target audience.

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