Somewhere in Dreamland (1936): cast, story & where to watch

1936 · Film · ★ 7.3

Somewhere in Dreamland poster

Released in 1936, Somewhere in Dreamland is a fantasy and animation film directed by Dave Fleischer, running about 9 minutes.

What it’s about. A poor boy and girl in rags gather wood in the snow. They pass by a tailor, a butcher and a baker, all of whom pity the children. Later, they arrive home. Their poor mother sets before them the only food she can: Stale bread. The children get ready for bed; In their dreams, visions of ice cream and donuts, candies and cakes fill their sleeping minds-- Will they awake to the same sorry situation?

Who’s in it. Somewhere in Dreamland stars Mae Questel as Mother / Boy / Girl (voice) and Gus Wickie as Baker (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Somewhere in Dreamland has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Somewhere in Dreamland page.

If you liked it. Fans of Somewhere in Dreamland tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Somewhere in Dreamland (1936)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Somewhere in Dreamland change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Somewhere in Dreamland worth watching?
Somewhere in Dreamland holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Somewhere in Dreamland?
Somewhere in Dreamland stars Mae Questel and Gus Wickie.
When was Somewhere in Dreamland released?
Somewhere in Dreamland was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.