The Dream Merchants (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Series · ★ 5.7
Released in 1980, The Dream Merchants is a drama series.
What it’s about. This star-laden adaptation of Harold Robbins' best-selling 1949 novel about the birth of the movies features Mark Harmon as a drifter who comes under the wing of visionary nickelodeon operator Vincent Gardenia and goes on to become a pioneer in the incipient film business, facing the good times and the bad over a 20-year period.
Who’s in it. The Dream Merchants stars Mark Harmon as Johnny Edge, Vincent Gardenia as Peter Kessler, Morgan Fairchild as Dulcie Warren and Brianne Leary as Doris Kessler, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Dream Merchants 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 Merchants page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dream Merchants tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dream Merchants (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dream Merchants change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Dream Merchants worth watching?
- The Dream Merchants holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Dream Merchants?
- The Dream Merchants stars Mark Harmon, Vincent Gardenia, Morgan Fairchild, Brianne Leary and Robert Picardo.
- When was The Dream Merchants released?
- The Dream Merchants was released in 1980.