Opened by Mistake (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film
Released in 1940, Opened by Mistake is a comedy and mystery film directed by George Archainbaud, running about 66 minutes. “IT'S A SHOWDOWN OF DOUGH FOR CHARLIE...and a Shower of Laffs for You and You and You!..when that old, forgotten trunk is...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A wise-guy reporter and a tippling sportswriter acquire an unclaimed trunk with a corpse inside.
Who’s in it. Opened by Mistake stars Charles Ruggles as Buzz Nelson, Janice Logan as Margaret Nichols, Robert Paige as Jimmie Daniels and William Frawley as Matt Kingsley, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Opened by Mistake page.
If you liked it. Fans of Opened by Mistake tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Opened by Mistake (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Opened by Mistake change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Opened by Mistake?
- Opened by Mistake stars Charles Ruggles, Janice Logan, Robert Paige, William Frawley and Florence Shirley.
- When was Opened by Mistake released?
- Opened by Mistake was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.