An American Family (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Series · ★ 5.4
Released in 1973, An American Family is a documentary series.
What it’s 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.
Who’s in it. An American Family stars Pat Loud as Self, Bill Loud as Self, Lance Loud as Self and Kevin Loud as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, An American Family has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch An American Family page.
If you liked it. Fans of An American Family tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch An American Family (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for An American Family change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is An American Family worth watching?
- An American Family holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in An American Family?
- An American Family stars Pat Loud, Bill Loud, Lance Loud, Kevin Loud and Grant Loud.
- When was An American Family released?
- An American Family was released in 1973.