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The Dream Factory (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 6.8

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Released in 1997, The Dream Factory is a comedy film directed by Feng Xiaogang, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. Four friends come up with an unusual idea to make some money and have fun doing it. For a small fee, they will impersonate and act out any character role for their customers. In the course of executing this novel service, they encounter a whole spectrum of people in society, finding ways to genuinely help them boost their morale and overcome their fears, while gaining unusual and new insights into the human condition.

Who’s in it. The Dream Factory stars Ge You as Yao Yuan, Liu Bei as Zhou Beiyan, He Bing as Liang Zi and Feng Xiaogang as Qian Kang, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Dream Factory 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 Dream Factory page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Dream Factory tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Dream Factory (1997)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dream Factory change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Dream Factory worth watching?
The Dream Factory holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Dream Factory?
The Dream Factory stars Ge You, Liu Bei, He Bing, Feng Xiaogang and Ying Da.
When was The Dream Factory released?
The Dream Factory was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.