The Big Premiere (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1940, The Big Premiere is a comedy film directed by Edward L. Cahn, running about 11 minutes.
What it’s about. It is a premiere night at the Fox Carthay Circle theater, and the Our Gang show up to observe the festivities. But after the Gang causes a disruption, the police send them scurrying home. Not to worry--the Our Gang stage their own premiere night in the clubhouse barn.
Who’s in it. The Big Premiere stars Robert Blake as Mickey, Darla Hood as Darla, George McFarland as Spanky and Carl Switzer as Alfalfa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Big Premiere has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Premiere page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Premiere tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Premiere (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Premiere change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Big Premiere worth watching?
- The Big Premiere holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Premiere?
- The Big Premiere stars Robert Blake, Darla Hood, George McFarland, Carl Switzer and Darwood Kaye.
- When was The Big Premiere released?
- The Big Premiere was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.