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The Dream Cheater

8.019201h MovieHorror

An adaptation of Balzac's novel set in the roaring twenties, it tells the story of a young man who finds a magic piece of shagreen that fulfills his every desire. For each wish granted, however, the skin shrinks and consumes a portion of…

DirectorErnest C. Warde
WritersHonoré de Balzac·Jack Cunningham

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Cast · Directed by Ernest C. Warde

JKJ. Warren Kerrigan
J. Warren Kerrigan
Brandon McShane
WNWedgwood Nowell
Wedgwood Nowell
Angus Burton
AWAlice Wilson
Alice Wilson
Mimi Gascoigne
JDJoseph J. Dowling
Joseph J. Dowling
Shib Mizah
TGTom Guise
Tom Guise
Patrick Fitz-George
FBFritzi Brunette
Fritzi Brunette
Pauline Mahon
AHAggie Herring
Aggie Herring
Mrs. Mahon
SSSam Sothern
Sam Sothern
Shamus McShane

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The Dream Cheater — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Dream Cheater?

The Dream Cheater isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Dream Cheater on Netflix?

No, The Dream Cheater is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Dream Cheater on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Dream Cheater isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Dream Cheater for free?

The Dream Cheater isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Dream Cheater?

The Dream Cheater hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around May 23, 1920. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.