What happens when two siblings step into the world of their own dreams — and realize their wishes might come true? In Your Dreams, the new animated adventure from Netflix USA, invites viewers to rediscover the wonder of childhood imagination and the power of hope. Directed by Alex Woo and Erik Benson, this colorful fantasy brings together humor, heart, and breathtaking visuals in equal measure.
The trailer is at the end of the article.
Stevie and her younger brother Elliot are ordinary kids until one night they find a portal to the dream world — a place where everything they imagine becomes real. From flying to meeting creatures made of clouds, their adventure feels like the best sleepover ever. But their true mission is deeper: finding the mythical Sandman and convincing him to grant their wish to save their parents’ marriage.
The story unfolds like a kaleidoscope of dreams — vibrant, emotional, and unpredictable. Each scene bursts with invention, from a sarcastic stuffed giraffe to “zombie breakfast foods” marching through moonlit kitchens. Yet beneath the surreal humor lies a heartfelt message about courage, family bonds, and facing uncomfortable truths with love.
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Jolie Hoang-Rappaport and Elias Janssen lend warmth and authenticity to the sibling duo, while Simu Liu and Cristin Milioti voice the parents with touching realism. Craig Robinson (as Baloney Tony) and Omid Djalili (as the Sandman) bring comic spark and whimsy, rounding out a stellar voice cast that keeps both kids and adults engaged.
Directed by Woo and Benson — both veterans of Pixar’s story department — In Your Dreams has the emotional clarity and visual wonder of a studio classic. Every frame feels alive with imagination: pastel skies, floating cities, swirling rivers of memory. The animation, crafted by Netflix Animation and Sony Pictures Imageworks, merges traditional storytelling with digital artistry, resulting in a movie that looks as heartfelt as it feels.
Released in U.S. theaters on November 7, 2025, before landing on Netflix USA on November 14, the film is a perfect addition to the streaming platform’s growing lineup of emotionally rich family stories. Early critics call it “one of the year’s most inventive animated features” and praise its mix of fantasy, warmth, and visual poetry.
- Original title: In Your Dreams
- Genre: Animated Adventure / Family / Fantasy / Comedy
- Country of production: United States
- Year of release: 2025
- Directed by: Alex Woo, Erik Benson
- Main voice cast: Jolie Hoang-Rappaport, Elias Janssen, Simu Liu, Cristin Milioti, Craig Robinson, Omid Djalili, Gia Carides, SungWon Cho
- Based on: Original screenplay by Alex Woo, Erik Benson & Stanley Moore
- Produced by: Netflix Animation / Kuku Studios / Sony Pictures Imageworks
- USA release date on Netflix: November 14, 2025
► WATCH ON NETFLIX: https://www.netflix.com/title/80992977
In the meantime, enjoy the trailer below.
In Your Dreams is more than just another animated movie — it’s a reminder that even in the chaos of imagination, love is what keeps us grounded. For more family adventures that mix heart and fantasy, explore these family favorites now streaming on Netflix.
