American Dreamz
Comedy
Universal Studios  (2006) 108 mins PG-13

5.7 (12,267 votes)
A New Comedy from The Director of American Pie and About A Boy

Hugh Grant, Dennis Quaid and Mandy Moore star in this hilarious comedy about living the American Dream. The TV show "American Dreamz" is sweeping the ratings, and everyone wants to be a "Dreamer." But when two scheming, hopeful contestants face off in the final showdown, the audience gets an eyeful of on-air fireworks. The stage is set for the wickedly funny, n-holds-barred competition that is being called "a riot!" (US Weekly)...

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Cast and Crew
Dennis Quaid  ......  President Staton
Willem Dafoe  ......  Chief of Staff
Hugh Grant  ......  Martin Tweed
Mandy Moore  ......  Sally Kendoo
Marcia Gay Harden  ......  First Lady
Jennifer Coolidge  ......  Martha Kendoo
Director  .....  Paul Weitz
Producer  .....  Paul Weitz; Kerry Kohansky; Rodney Liber; Andrew Miano
Writer  .....  Paul Weitz
Notes
Goofs:
Continuity: On the tray with the President's breakfast there's a small coffee pot placed right at the middle of the tray, obscuring the reflection of the camera. When the tray enters the President's bedroom, the pot has moved to the side of the tray. (more)

Trivia:
Mandy Moore was Paul Weitz's only choice for the role of Sally Kendoo. (more)

Filming Locations:
Los Angeles, California, USA

Quotes:
President Staton: I've had speechwriters write for me all of my career and advisors telling me what positions to take. I can't even remember why I wanted to get into politics to begin with. I think it's because my mom wanted me to, to show my dad any idiot could do it. (more)