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The Dream Catcher

August 8, 1999 1h 39m 5.5/10 (16 votes)

Originally released in 1999. The Dream Catcher is a drama film. directed by Ed Radtke.

Starring Maurice Compte, Paddy Connor, and Jeanne Heaton

Synopsis

An abandoned teen jumps a freight train in Philadelphia intent on reaching his uncle in Indiana, whom he believes will help him with financial difficulties including a pregnant girlfriend. In Ohio, he meets another homeless teen, who escorts him to his uncle. Finding his uncle equally broke, the duo head on to Oklahoma City to try to find the first teen's long-gone ex-con father. A confrontation between father and son send the duo on into exploits in the west including getting beaten up, busting into an Indian reservation church, and hitch-hiking with a beautiful nurse.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 8, 1999 26 years ago
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Runtime 1h 39m 99 minutes total
User Rating 5.5/10 Mixed (16 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Time Warner Cable

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Dream Catcher about?

An abandoned teen jumps a freight train in Philadelphia intent on reaching his uncle in Indiana, whom he believes will help him with financial difficulties including a pregnant girlfriend. In Ohio,...

Who directed The Dream Catcher?

The Dream Catcher was directed by Ed Radtke.

How long is The Dream Catcher?

The Dream Catcher has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).

When was The Dream Catcher released?

The Dream Catcher was released on August 8, 1999 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Dream Catcher?

The main cast of The Dream Catcher includes Maurice Compte, Paddy Connor, Jeanne Heaton, Patrick Shining Elk, Larry John Meyers.