The American Dream Project

2014
4.2
679 reviews
TV-UNRATED
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Season 1 episodes (8)

1 Braddock: Courage & Rebuilding
12/31/14
Season-only
James Marshall and Todd Williams depart NYC on their cross-country journey to see if the American Dream is still alive. Their first stop is Braddock, Pennsylvania. Braddock was once a booming industrial town with a population of nearly 20,000. With the decline of the steel industry, a once thriving town became riddled with violence, crime, and the population dwindled by 90%. In Braddock, they are invited to stay with the Mayor, and participate in the rebuilding of a community.
2 Rendville: Working Together
12/31/14
Season-only
James and Todd head to Rendville, the smallest town in Ohio - population 35.  Riding into Rendville is like stepping back in time. As one of the first racially integrated towns in Ohio, Rendville possesses a rich legacy in the civil rights and labor movements. James and Todd learn a whole new meaning of community as they get a “hands on experience” in small town America.
3 St. Louis: Equality, Appreciation
12/31/14
Season-only
The Gateway to the West leads the guys to Wonderii, a boutique marketing company, run by three young, bright & ambitious women. These successful women shatter stereotypes when it comes to tech and business in the mid-west but can the guys keep up?
4 Iowa: Part 1 - Live to Fight Another Day
12/31/14
Season-only
Tension rises as James and Todd for the first time face defeat and an ultimate fear for their lives as Mother Nature puts a major obstacle in their course. Their faith is tested and their eyes are opened to some of the dangers of riding a motorcycle cross-country.
5 Iowa: Part 2: American Made, American Pride
12/31/14
Season-only
James and Todd get invited to the Indian Motorcycle Factory to see where their bikes are made. When they arrive at the factory they get to meet and work with the people on-the-line.
6 Wyoming: Faith & Resilience
12/31/14
Season-only
James and Todd are invited to Medicine Bow Lodge in Saratoga, Wyoming. No cell and no Internet allows the guys a chance to reflect on their journey. Tim and Debbie, owners of the ranch, share their idea of the American Dream and how their faith played a key role.
7 Taos: Innovation
12/31/14
Season-only
James and Todd are invited to meet Mike Reynolds a visionary engineer who has been developing sustainable structures for decades. The guys bunk with students at The Earthship Academy and spend the night in an actual Earthship, before joining their construction crew in the morning.
8 Los Angeles: Life Philosophy
12/31/14
Season-only
After traveling nearly 5000 miles, James and Todd reach the Pacific where Surf Legend Mickey Munoz invites them into his home. Mickey shares his philosophy on life while putting them to work and giving the guys a paddleboard lesson to remember.

About this show

The American Dream Project documents filmmaker James Marshall and his friend Todd Williams, who embark on an iconic journey across America determined to rediscover the American dream. By traveling from New York to Los Angeles on a shoe-string budget and by meeting people from all walks of life, they piece together an authentic picture of what it really means to be American today. The American Dream Project is a unique and intimate lens on the American dream and the individuals who comprise it.

Ratings and reviews

4.2
679 reviews
kyle wiand
March 1, 2016
Nice little show, I enjoyed it and will mention it to others. Born n raised n still living in Iowa, it cracked me up with the "Iowa nice" because most of us are like that...
56 people found this review helpful
janice knoxmiller
October 18, 2015
Best show ever gives hope to everyone who has a dream this brought dream alive I can have my dream of saving children your show made me cry very emotional n touching about the spirit within us all
202 people found this review helpful
Diana Taylor
December 29, 2016
Interesting,love learning about different cultures within our country.These guys are helping out in the cities and towns they travel through,and i found that to be refreshing.They utilize social media in a positive light.Very good show👍
40 people found this review helpful