January Dream (1979): cast, story & where to watch

1979 · Film · ★ 5.5

January Dream poster

Released in 1979, January Dream is a drama and history film directed by Nicolae Oprițescu, running about 94 minutes.

What it’s about. Young Moldovan nobles try to overthrow King Mihail Sturdza. They plot an assassination and spread flyers. On this backdrop, there is a romance story between Franz Liszt, in tournament, and one of the noblemen's daughter, who is close to the plotters.

Who’s in it. January Dream stars Gabriela Cuc as Dafina Vultur, Marcel Iureș as Franz Liszt, Gelu Nitu as Nicu Vernescu and Gelu Colceag as Iordache Vultur, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, January Dream 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 January Dream page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch January Dream (1979)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for January Dream change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is January Dream worth watching?
January Dream holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in January Dream?
January Dream stars Gabriela Cuc, Marcel Iureș, Gelu Nitu, Gelu Colceag and Rodica Tapalagă.
When was January Dream released?
January Dream was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.