Opening Night (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 1957, Opening Night is an animation film directed by Nikola Kostelac, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. A poster announcing the opening night of an opera. A crowd of snobs, so called »music lovers« rushes in. The tenor, well aware of his magnificence, has some troubles in his wardrobe with his button refusing to fit in his collar.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Opening Night 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 Opening Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of Opening Night tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Opening Night (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Opening Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Opening Night worth watching?
- Opening Night holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Opening Night released?
- Opening Night was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.