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All American's ambitious attempts to tackle class struggles and classroom drama largely play thanks to its winning cast -- an auspicious start to a promising new series.
Emily St. James Vox All American is an intriguing stew of teen soap tastes that taste great together. Oct 11, 2018 Full Review Natalie Autostraddle In a disappointing TV season, All American stands out as one of the fall's few bright spots, thanks in large part to the bond forged between Coop and Spencer. Oct 11, 2018 Full Review Kelly Lawler USA Today Watching "American" is like a class reunion: Comforting and nostalgic, but with a few surprises tucked up its sleeve. It's the kind of show that's easy to cheer for, even if its football team isn't that great yet. Rated: 3/4 Oct 11, 2018 Full Review Ja-Quan Greene Black Nerd Problems The show does a good job of taking advantage of the small joys and positive moments in a young person's life, and in particular, a young black man's life. Apr 28, 2020 Full Review Melissa Camacho Common Sense Media Football series addresses classism, racism, and bullying . Rated: 3/5 Oct 17, 2018 Full Review Sesali Bowen Refinery29 All American is, regardless, refreshingly Black... The interlocking politics of race, sports, and school is real and has been the subject of numerous documentaries, and this series dramatizes it effectively, if superficially. Oct 11, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews
SkyRo P This television series has had its fair share of highs and lows, with moments that feel like pure gold and others that come across as underwhelming. Season one took me on a roller coaster ride, piquing my interest in the show with its character development and intricate storylines. While Spencer's character initially threw me off with his over-the-top behavior, season two offered a different perspective and allowed for growth and redemption. Characters like Olivia, Jordan, and L added depth to the series, but Coop remained a weak link for me. As the series progressed into season three, I found myself falling behind and losing interest. Despite eventually catching up, I felt this season was the weakest link, lacking the engagement I had experienced before. However, season four marked a turning point, reigniting my excitement and setting the stage for a thrilling narrative shift. Season five soared to new heights, becoming the pinnacle of the series. The unexpected turn of events surrounding Billy left me eagerly anticipating the next chapter and the unfolding adventure. However, as the series heads towards its final season, I find myself less captivated. While I continue to follow the storyline, it lacks the gripping allure of earlier seasons, especially since Billy's character is no longer present. In hindsight, the final season may have struggled to maintain the series' initial charm, especially in the absence of Billy. Despite this, I remain committed to seeing the story through to its conclusion, even if it fails to capture my attention as effectively as earlier seasons. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 08/11/24 Full Review Leigh T These young actors are captivating. The main character (Spencer) is a brilliant actor. He has me convinced. I would love to see this for the next 10 years!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/28/23 Full Review Jenn H Great series, the actors held my attention. Very entertaining series… Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/22/22 Full Review Audience Member Despite some predictability, the season sets solid groundwork for many layers of depth for its main cast. It feels like they only scratched the surface of certain characters and storyline potential, which keeps you interested and engaged. Episodes are meaty, and it's a long season. It also boasts gripping performances and a constantly untangling storyline is believable and takes-on real-world issue such as classism, race, and intersectionality. Great modern soap/sports-drama series. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member This is an amazing start up to a show and introduces the characters pretty well. It's entertaining and hypes you up in the end which makes you want to watch the next episode automatically so that you can then go into an endless cycle of watching. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Curtis C There's a lot to like in Season 1. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/15/21 Full Review Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Oct 10, 2018 Pilot When Spencer James is recruited by Beverly High School's football coach, he feels conflicted on whether or not to move from South Crenshaw High. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 17, 2018 99 Problems While trying to be all things -- on and off the field -- Spencer discovers the rules he played by at Crenshaw no longer apply in Beverly Hills; Coop is forced to learn new ground rules with Spencer's protective Halo Effect now gone. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 24, 2018 i Spencer and Jordan spend an unexpected day together in Crenshaw and Jordan gets his first taste of real life in south central Los Angeles; Billy struggles with his identity as a father; Olivia and Layla attempt to rekindle their friendship. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 7, 2018 Lose Yourself While riding the exhilarating wave of a three-game winning streak, Spencer becomes seduced by the lifestyle, leading to an unexpected adventure with Asher; Coop is also being seduced by a new way of life -- gang life -- and everything it offers her. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 14, 2018 All We Got Spencer's worlds come together to celebrate his birthday in Beverly Hills but mixing the dysfunctional families ends in disaster; Olivia and Jordan discover a missing link to their father's past; Coop and Patience struggle to define their romance. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 28, 2018 The Choice Is Yours The return of Layla's father gives Spencer the perfect opportunity to give back to Crenshaw and reunite with an increasingly distant Coop; Billy, Jordan and Asher take a journey to Malibu to scout their next big rival. Details Episode 7 Aired Dec 5, 2018 California Love At an explosive homecoming dance, friendships in both Crenshaw and Beverly are put to the test; Spencer makes decisions that drastically change the course of several lives; Billy finds himself forced to spend some quality time with Grace. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 12, 2018 Homecoming Beverly has their big Homecoming game; Spencer feels the weight of the effects of his arrival at Beverly and tries to set things right; Billy tries to bring together his team for a win that will send them to the district playoffs. Details Episode 9 Aired Jan 16, 2019 Keep Ya Head Up Spencer can't shake a major tragedy that occurred, causing him to question everything; Coop learns some disturbing information about a friend; Jordan is worried about the results of a drug test that could end his football career for good. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 23, 2019 m.A.A.d. city Coop becomes more involved in gang life, which tests her relationship with Patience; Spencer looks for a way to help his community stop violence; Jordan's relationship with his grandfather brings up issues for Billy. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 30, 2019 All Eyez on Me At a college recruiting event, Spencer's former teammates from Crenshaw show up, causing him to lose focus; Olivia comes to Asher's aid; Jordan struggles with the opportunities that come with being Billy Baker's son. Details Episode 12 Aired Feb 6, 2019 Back in the Day Spencer tries not to repeat the mistakes of his past with his relationship with Layla; Olivia struggles with her sobriety; Billy reveals to Laura something he did to protect his family; Coop has conflicted emotions about reuniting with her father. Details Episode 13 Aired Feb 27, 2019 Legacy With playoffs and midterms looming, Spencer makes a few shocking discoveries about his father; Coop desperately wants to bring down her enemies; Jordan makes a connection with his grandfather. Details Episode 14 Aired Mar 6, 2019 Regulate Spencer wants no part of his father's return; Billy confronts Spencer's father; Layla forces Asher to re-evaluate his life. Details Episode 15 Aired Mar 13, 2019 Best Kept Secret Spencer learns the real reason his father left when he was growing up -- and is devastated by the truth; Billy must deal with the repercussions of decisions he made in the past; Coop tries to stop a plan she set in motion, with tragic consequences. Details Episode 16 Aired Mar 20, 2019 Championships Spencer suffers a devastating setback and gets strength from an unlikely source; Billy, while focused on the championship game, realizes that he has to face some tough truths to get his family back. Details
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Director
Rob Hardy, Elodie Keene, Michael Schultz, Darren Grant, David McWhirter
Executive Producer
April Blair, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Rob Hardy
Screenwriter
Nkechi Okoro Carroll, April Blair, Robert D. Doty, John A. Norris, Jameal Turner, Natalie Abrams, Johnny Norris, Mike Herro, Michael Bhim, David Strauss, Jon Alston
Network
The CW
Rating
TV-PG (L|V)
Genre
Drama, Sports
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 10, 2018
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