
Opening Night
“The Show Must Go On…”
Overview
Actress Myrtle Gordon is a functioning alcoholic who is a few days from the opening night of her latest play, concerning a woman distraught about aging. One night a car kills one of Myrtle's fans who is chasing her limousine in an attempt to get the star's attention. Myrtle internalizes the accident and goes on a spiritual quest, but fails to finds the answers she is after. As opening night inches closer and closer, fragile Myrtle must find a way to make the show go on.
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Director
- John Cassavetes
- Writer
- John Cassavetes
- Producers
- Michael Lally, Sam Shaw
- Production
- Faces International Films
Frequently asked questions
What is Opening Night rated?
Opening Night has an audience rating of 7.6 out of 10 from 263 votes.
Who directed Opening Night?
Opening Night was directed by John Cassavetes.
When was Opening Night released?
Opening Night was released in 1977.





















