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Cadillac Dreams

6.8198830mMovie

Cadillac Dreams is a 1988 American short film directed by Matia Karrell. In the film, a young drug runner's dreams of being a great inventor give way to the equally unlikely dream of living to be 20. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.

DirectorMatia Karrell
WritersEhrich Van Lowe·Matia Karrell
ProducerAbbee Goldstein

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Cast · Directed by Matia Karrell

CB
Claude Brooks
Eight Ball
DFDonald Fullilove
Donald Fullilove
Snake
MG
Mario Gardner
Spanky
WC
Wayne Collins
Markus
MG
Mimi Green
Mom
JJ
John H. Freeland Jr.
Gunner
LMLawrence Mandley
Lawrence Mandley
Ace
LJLewis Dix Jr.
Lewis Dix Jr.
Fuller
CB
Christopher Brown
Sly
CH
Charles Holman
Gamer
TM
Tommy Morgan
Ball-Handler
BB
Barbara Barnes
Wife

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Cadillac Dreams — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Cadillac Dreams?

Cadillac Dreams isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is Cadillac Dreams on Netflix?

No, Cadillac Dreams is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is Cadillac Dreams on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Cadillac Dreams isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch Cadillac Dreams for free?

Cadillac Dreams isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Cadillac Dreams?

Cadillac Dreams hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 19, 1988. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.