Opera Prima (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1980, Opera Prima is a comedy and drama film directed by Fernando Trueba, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Matias meets Violeta, his cousin one morning in Madrid at the Plaza de Opera. He is twenty-five. She is 18. He's a divorced journalist trying to write a thriller. She studies violin. She's a vegetarian. He loves meat. Many things separate them, but he moves into her apartment.
Who’s in it. Opera Prima stars Óscar Ladoire as Matías, Paula Molina as Violeta, Antonio Resines as León and Luis González Regueral as Nicky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Opera Prima 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 Opera Prima page.
If you liked it. Fans of Opera Prima tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Opera Prima (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Opera Prima change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Opera Prima worth watching?
- Opera Prima holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Opera Prima?
- Opera Prima stars Óscar Ladoire, Paula Molina, Antonio Resines, Luis González Regueral and Kiti Mánver.
- When was Opera Prima released?
- Opera Prima was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.