A Night at the Opera (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1935, A Night at the Opera is a comedy and music film directed by Sam Wood, running about 96 minutes. “Don't miss it! The funniest picture ever made!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Marx Brothers take on high society and the opera world to bring two lovers together. A sly business manager and two wacky friends of two opera singers help them achieve success while humiliating their stuffy and snobbish enemies.
Who’s in it. A Night at the Opera stars Groucho Marx as Otis B. Driftwood, Chico Marx as Fiorello, Harpo Marx as Tomasso and Kitty Carlisle as Rosa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, A Night at the Opera has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Night at the Opera page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Night at the Opera tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Night at the Opera (1935)?
- In US, A Night at the Opera is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is A Night at the Opera worth watching?
- A Night at the Opera holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Night at the Opera?
- A Night at the Opera stars Groucho Marx, Chico Marx, Harpo Marx, Kitty Carlisle and Allan Jones.
- When was A Night at the Opera released?
- A Night at the Opera was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.