American Family

TV Series
2002–2004
1h

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Raquel Welch, Sonia Braga, Edward James Olmos, Constance Marie, and Esai Morales in American Family (2002)

The head of the household, Jess Gonzalez (Edward James Olmos), is your average father who is forced to fight everyday troubles, following the death of his loving wife Berta (Sônia Braga). Th... Read allThe head of the household, Jess Gonzalez (Edward James Olmos), is your average father who is forced to fight everyday troubles, following the death of his loving wife Berta (Sônia Braga). Their beloved daughter Nina (Constance Marie) has recently graduated from law school and dec... Read allThe head of the household, Jess Gonzalez (Edward James Olmos), is your average father who is forced to fight everyday troubles, following the death of his loving wife Berta (Sônia Braga). Their beloved daughter Nina (Constance Marie) has recently graduated from law school and decides to work for Legal Services on behalf of immigrant rights, although Jess does not agre... Read all

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7.1/10

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Nominated for 4 Primetime Emmys
- 2 wins & 17 nominations total

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Kurt Caceres

Conrado Gonzalez

• 2002

Edward James Olmos

Jess Gonzalez…

• 2002

Patricia Velasquez

Adela…

• 2002–2004

Parker Torres

Cisco Gonzalez

• 2004

Constance Marie

Nina Gonzalez

• 2002

Austin Marques

Pablito Gonzalez

• 2002

Nicholas Gonzalez

Young Conrado

• 2004

Eddy Martin

Roberto

• 2004

Jossara Jinaro

• 2004

Yasmine Delawari

Yasmin Amir

• 2004

Jeanine Monterroza

Evangelina

• 2004

A.J. Lamas

Cisco Gonzalez

• 2002

Sonia Braga

Berta Gonzalez

• 2002

Kate del Castillo

Ofelia

• 2002

Raquel Welch

Aunt Dora

• 2002

Esai Morales

Esteban Gonzalez

• 2002

Alexis Cruz

Sgt. Joaquin Garcia

• 2004

John H. Brennan

Larry Taylor

• 2002

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CybrTygr

Another great show that doesn't get enough attention

I came across this show because of Edward James Olmos. And although I'm not Latino, I still find the show has many aspects that many people will find hit home. Each character in the show brings something from the different points of view in life. I'll admit I mostly lean toward Olmos' character and what he goes through to what he feels is right for the family. After all, it's not easy being a father (or admittingly a mother either). It was also saddening to see Conrado die doing what he felt was right and trying to make a difference. I think most people who see this can relate to at least one character in this show, and I hope PBS will be able to keep it going.

anyah_m

Fantastic

I've always loved Esai Morales and Mr. Almos. I'd never seen them together until now. What a wonderfully complex family. Thank you for creating a show about real Latinos, happy and successful people with real issues. Seeing brown people on tv and film always behind bars or causing trouble gets old really fast. I will watch this show faithfully!

kotsw85

A stellar series!

Look up the word "quality" and the definition is "American Family".

The Gonzalez clan happen to be Latino, but they could be any family in America. Edward James Almos and Sonia Braga are truly brilliant as Jess and Berta Gonzalez [sadly, as is with most quality televison, both were passed over for much deserved Emmy nominations].

American Family" is lovingly written with heart, humor and intimacy. If you didn't catch it on PBS, try and find it on video....it's well worth the effort!

celluloidmuggins

Great find

I just happened to come across this show and stopped because Edward James Olmos was in it. This is an excellent show, at first I thought it was a movie it was so well done. BOO CBS, for dropping such a wonderful show. Thank goodness for PBS, once again they save a meaningful program that illustrates the diversity of America.

pwargo

Network TV's loss is our gain.

After hearing the creator of the show interviewed on KPBS, I had to watch it. This show was piloted for CBS, but they ended up rejecting it. PBS picked it up, and I'm glad they did. This show is considerably better than most of the pap served up on the major networks, and has an incredible cast. This is a beautiful story about a family that is both funny and dramatic at the same time. (Much like life!) This show is truly worth watching.