Dreams of Leaving (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film
Released in 1980, Dreams of Leaving is a drama and tv movie film directed by David Hare, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. William came to work in Fleet Street in 1971. London meant girls, as many girls as he could find. Then he met Caroline and so it began, that very strange summer ... Caroline said the best of her life.
Who’s in it. Dreams of Leaving stars Bill Nighy as William, Kate Nelligan as Charlotte, Andrew Seear as Andrew and Mel Smith as Xan, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dreams of Leaving page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dreams of Leaving tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dreams of Leaving (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dreams of Leaving change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Dreams of Leaving?
- Dreams of Leaving stars Bill Nighy, Kate Nelligan, Andrew Seear, Mel Smith and Johnny Shannon.
- When was Dreams of Leaving released?
- Dreams of Leaving was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.