The Big Dream (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2009, The Big Dream is a drama, romance and history film directed by Michele Placido, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. Italy, 1968. Aspiring actor Nicola enrolls in the police to pay for his studies, ending up undercover among college students protesting the government, the Vietnam War and the values of their parents' generation. However, he complicates his mission by falling for Laura, a bourgeois girl dreaming of a better world.
Who’s in it. The Big Dream stars Riccardo Scamarcio as Nicola, Jasmine Trinca as Laura, Luca Argentero as Libero and Laura Morante as Maddalena, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Big Dream has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Dream page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Dream tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Dream (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Dream change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Big Dream worth watching?
- The Big Dream holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Dream?
- The Big Dream stars Riccardo Scamarcio, Jasmine Trinca, Luca Argentero, Laura Morante and Massimo Popolizio.
- When was The Big Dream released?
- The Big Dream was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.