Dreamchild (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1985, Dreamchild is a fantasy and drama film directed by Gavin Millar, running about 94 minutes. “He loved the child we will never forget...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Eighty-year-old Alice Hargreaves is about to visit Columbia University to attend a reception in honor of author Lewis Carroll. As a child, Alice had a close friendship with the writer, and their relationship was the creative catalyst for Carroll's most beloved work. However, as Alice reflects on her experiences with the author, she realizes the complexity of their bond has had lasting, deeply felt ramifications.
Who’s in it. Dreamchild stars Coral Browne as Alice Hargreaves, Ian Holm as Reverend Charles L. Dodgson / Lewis Carroll, Peter Gallagher as Jack Dolan and Caris Corfman as Sally Mackeson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Dreamchild has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Artiflix and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dreamchild page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dreamchild 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 Dreamchild (1985)?
- In US, Dreamchild is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Artiflix, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Dreamchild worth watching?
- Dreamchild holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dreamchild?
- Dreamchild stars Coral Browne, Ian Holm, Peter Gallagher, Caris Corfman and Nicola Cowper.
- When was Dreamchild released?
- Dreamchild was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.