Dream Ballerina (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1950, Dream Ballerina is a drama film directed by Ludwig Berger, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. A young dancer, disappointed with her debut on stage, has three dreams: fame in dancing at the Paris Opera, wealth through her marriage to an important jeweler, and love in the person of a petty hood. Disappointed even in her dreams, the ballerina takes refuge in her art.
Who’s in it. Dream Ballerina stars Violette Verdy as Nicole, Gabrielle Dorziat as Aunt, Henri Guisol as Jeweler and Philippe Nicaud as Loulou, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Dream Ballerina 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 Ballerina page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dream Ballerina tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dream Ballerina (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dream Ballerina change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dream Ballerina worth watching?
- Dream Ballerina holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dream Ballerina?
- Dream Ballerina stars Violette Verdy, Gabrielle Dorziat, Henri Guisol, Philippe Nicaud and Nicholas Orloff.
- When was Dream Ballerina released?
- Dream Ballerina was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.