Parade (1960): cast, story & where to watch

1960 · Film · ★ 9

Parade poster

Released in 1960, Parade is an animation and war film directed by Hristo Topuzanov, running about 10 minutes.

What it’s about. A human hand throws a box of cigarettes on the chessboard. It has a picture of a house and the sun on it. The chess king organized a military campaign against a foreign body. Chess rooks shoot. Chess knights are riding. The march of the troops goes to the end of the chessboard. The king decides to take over the surrounding space. Black and white squares cover one picture, a funny prankster, and even a globe. A human hand sweeps away the chess pieces and collects them in a box.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Parade sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Parade page.

If you liked it. Fans of Parade tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Parade (1960)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Parade change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Parade worth watching?
Parade holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Parade released?
Parade was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.