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The Great American Dream Machine

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The Great American Dream Machine was a weekly satirical variety television series, produced in New York City by WNET and broadcast on PBS from 1971 to 1973. The program was hosted by humorist and commentator Marshall Efron. The show…

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Not available in Australia
Streaming in 3 other countries

The Great American Dream Machine isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Canada, Mexico, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 15
Sep 29, 1971
E2
Episode 16
Oct 6, 1971
E3
Episode 17
Oct 13, 1971
E4
Episode 18
Oct 20, 1971
E5
Episode 19
Oct 27, 1971
E6
Episode 20
Nov 3, 1971
E7
Episode 21
Nov 10, 1971
E8
Episode 22
Nov 17, 1971
E9
Episode 23
Nov 24, 1971
E10
Episode 24
Dec 1, 1971
E11
Episode 25
Dec 8, 1971
E12
Episode 26
Dec 15, 1971
E13
Episode 27
Dec 22, 1971
E14
Episode 28
Dec 29, 1971
E15
Episode 29
Jan 5, 1972
E16
Episode 30
Jan 12, 1972
E17
Episode 31
Jan 19, 1972
E18
Episode 32
Jan 26, 1972
E19
Episode 33
Feb 2, 1972
E20
Episode 34
Feb 9, 1972

Cast

ABAlbert Brooks
Albert Brooks
Himself
CCChevy Chase
Chevy Chase
Himself
HWHenry Winkler
Henry Winkler
Himself
PMPenny Marshall
Penny Marshall
Herself
LLLinda Lavin
Linda Lavin
Herself
CGCharles Grodin
Charles Grodin
Himself
MEMarshall Efron
Marshall Efron
Himself / Host

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The Great American Dream Machine — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Great American Dream Machine?

The Great American Dream Machine isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in Canada, Mexico and United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Great American Dream Machine on Netflix?

No, The Great American Dream Machine is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Great American Dream Machine on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Great American Dream Machine isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Great American Dream Machine for free?

The Great American Dream Machine isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

How many seasons are in The Great American Dream Machine?

The Great American Dream Machine has 2 seasons in total (34 episodes). The series concluded in 1972.

Are all episodes of The Great American Dream Machine out yet?

Yes — all 34 episodes across 2 seasons of The Great American Dream Machine are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 3 of The Great American Dream Machine?

No — The Great American Dream Machine ended after 2 seasons, so there is no Season 3.