Series regulars or semi-regulars in 'United States' from 1970-1982:
- Beau Bridges as Richard Chapin (1980)
- Helen Shaver as Libby Chapin (1980)
- Justin Dana as Nicky Chapin (1980)
- Rossie Harris as Dylan Chapin (1980)
1970-1982 Episode Guide for 'United States':
(Episodes with dates prior to 1970 aired as reruns.)
Season 1, episode 1
W: Larry Gelbart D: Nick Havinga Debut of a series which looks at contemporary married life through the eyes of the fictional Chapin family. In the opener, Richard and Libby, the young parents, have a late-night fight about the family's finances, leading the kids to believe that a divorce is forthcoming.
Season 1, episode 2
W: Gary Markowitz D: Will Mackenzie Richard and Libby try to satisfy their sons' curiosity about an uncle's funeral.
Season 1, episode 3
W: Larry Gelbart, Gary Markowitz D: Will Mackenzie Libby finally confesses a shocking childhood secret -- that, if possible, she would pay someone to kill her parents' best friend for the way he treated her as a child.
Season 1, episode 4
W: Carol Gary, Cathy Gelbart D: Nick Havinga Flashbacks from the early days of their marriage find Richard and Libby thrilled, nervous and scared when they learn that Libby is pregnant for the first time.
Season 1, episode 5
W: Larry Gelbart, Everett Greenbaum D: Nick Havinga Richard and Libby argue over an invitation list, child discipline and money.
Season 1, episode 6
W: Larry Gelbart
With Lola Mason (Interviewer), George Clifton (Interviewer). The Chapins answer personal questions asked during separate interviews for a marriage survey.
Season 1, episode 7
W: Gary Markowitz D: Nick Havinga
With Frances Lee McCain (Donna), Rita Gomez (Chambermaid). Staying in a motel after a fight with his wife, Richard is tempted to stray when a female friend visits to console him.
Season 1, episode 8
W: Larry Gelbart, Everett Greenbaum D: Will Mackenzie
With John Lawlor (Josh). Richard's friend announces he has found the right woman, though he had been homosexual until recent therapy. (Last show of the series.)