The Opening Act

The Opening Act

Year: 2020

Runtime: 90 min

Language: English

Director: Steve Byrne

Echo Score: 77
Comedy

Will Chu juggles a regular job with his ambition to be a stand-up comedian. When he unexpectedly gets the opportunity to open for his idol, Billy G., he’s thrown into a whirlwind of challenges. He faces relentless hecklers, encounters groupies, and deals with skeptical DJs, all while trying to learn from a seasoned professional. Will must rise above these obstacles and prove that his dream of a successful comedy career is far more than just an opening act.

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