Dream Children (1993): cast, story & where to watch

1993 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 1993, Dream Children is a drama and romance film directed by Panos Glykofrydis, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. Young Giannis escapes from prison and hides in a deserted factory, with the dream of traveling far away. At the factory, a group of university students rehearse Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream, and a girl from the group discovers him. The students accept him into their group, offering him a part in the play as well. One night, three young men try to destroy the props for the theatrical performance, and Giannis tries to stop them, ending up back in prison. The students manage to get him out of jail, and he embarks on a ship and leaves far away.

Who’s in it. Dream Children stars Hristos Siaminos, Nadia Mourouzi, Kostas Bakalis and Kostas Bakalis, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Dream Children has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Dream Children tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Dream Children (1993)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dream Children change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Dream Children worth watching?
Dream Children holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Dream Children?
Dream Children stars Hristos Siaminos, Nadia Mourouzi, Kostas Bakalis, Kostas Bakalis and Despoina Drepania.
When was Dream Children released?
Dream Children was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.