The Dream (1985): cast, story & where to watch

1985 · Film

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Released in 1985, The Dream is a drama and history film directed by Pieter Verhoeff, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. On the turn of the 20th century, in Netherlands, three socialist activists and brothers are imprisoned for a crime they didn't commit. The prosecutor tries to get to the truth, but their comrades and others betray them.

Who’s in it. The Dream stars Huub Stapel as Inspecteur van politie, Peter Tuinman as Wiebren Hogerhuis, Freark Smink as Pieter Jelsma and Rense Westra as Paulus van Dijk, among others.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Dream (1985)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dream change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Dream?
The Dream stars Huub Stapel, Peter Tuinman, Freark Smink, Rense Westra and Arend Jan Heerma van Voss.
When was The Dream released?
The Dream was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.