Daydream Therapy (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1977, Daydream Therapy is a drama and fantasy film directed by Bernard Nicolas, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. Daydream Therapy is set to Nina Simone’s haunting rendition of “Pirate Jenny” and concludes with Archie Shepp’s “Things Have Got to Change.” Filmed in Burton Chace Park in Marina del Rey by activist-turned-filmmaker Bernard Nicolas as his first project at UCLA, this short film poetically envisions the fantasy life of a hotel worker whose daydreams provide an escape from workplace indignities. —Allyson Nadia Field
Who’s in it. Daydream Therapy stars Gay Abel-Bey, Marva Anderson, Larry Bell and Jeff Cox, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Daydream Therapy 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 Daydream Therapy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Daydream Therapy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Daydream Therapy (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Daydream Therapy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Daydream Therapy worth watching?
- Daydream Therapy holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Daydream Therapy?
- Daydream Therapy stars Gay Abel-Bey, Marva Anderson, Larry Bell, Jeff Cox and Keith Taylor.
- When was Daydream Therapy released?
- Daydream Therapy was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.