Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story (2005)
Kernel Score: 79% · 428 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Drama, Family
Released: 2005-09-10
Runtime: 106 minutes
Where to watch Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story
- Free with ads: Kanopy
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Ben Crane believes that a severely injured racehorse deserves another chance. He and his daughter Cale adopt the mare and save it from being sacrificed by the owner.
Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that Dreamer is a PG family drama based on a true story about a father, daughter, and an injured racehorse.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Involves a horse injury and racing peril but no graphic violence.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Kurt Russell as Ben Crane
- Dakota Fanning as Cale Crane
- Kris Kristofferson as Pop Crane
- Elisabeth Shue as Lily
- David Morse as Palmer
- Freddy Rodríguez as Manolin
- Luis Guzmán as Balon
- Oded Fehr as Prince Sadir
- Ken Howard as William Ford
- Holmes Osborne as Doc Fleming
Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story FAQ
Is Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story good?
Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 428 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story OK for kids?
Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that Dreamer is a PG family drama based on a true story about a father, daughter, and an injured racehorse.
What movies are like Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story?
If you liked Dreamer: Inspired By a True Story, try Our Hospitality, Hoosiers, Black Beauty and The Black Stallion.