The First Piano Quartette (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1954, The First Piano Quartette is a documentary film directed by Otto Lang, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. The First Piano Quartette is a 1954 short documentary film directed by Otto Lang. It shows the First Piano Quartette composed of Adan Garner, Edward Edson, Frank Mittler and Glauco D'Attilli as they play Lecuona's "Malaguena," Debussy's "Clair de Lune," and John Phillip Sousa's "The Stars and Stripes Forever." The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Short Subject, One-Reel.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The First Piano Quartette has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The First Piano Quartette page.
If you liked it. Fans of The First Piano Quartette tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The First Piano Quartette (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The First Piano Quartette change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The First Piano Quartette worth watching?
- The First Piano Quartette holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The First Piano Quartette released?
- The First Piano Quartette was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.