---
title: "Big Night"
year: 1996
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/big-night-1996"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 18203
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 109
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Big Night (1996) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/big-night-1996

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Big Night is a film first released in 1996. Catalogued under Drama, Romance, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Rysher Entertainment. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two immigrant brothers gamble on a single banquet to rescue their failing restaurant."

### Why Watch
- Blend of drama, romance, and comedy
- Explores immigrant experience and culinary passion

### Caveats & Content Note
- Deliberate pacing may feel slow for some viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s mature themes and realistic drama make it best suited for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: bittersweet, intimate, culinary

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/big-night-1996#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Stanley Tucci, Campbell Scott
- **Networks / Studios**: Rysher Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Minnie Driver** as *Phyllis*
- **Ian Holm** as *Pascal*
- **Isabella Rossellini** as *Gabriella*
- **Tony Shalhoub** as *Primo*
- **Stanley Tucci** as *Secondo*
- **Caroline Aaron** as *Woman in Restaurant*
- **Marc Anthony** as *Cristiano*
- **Allison Janney** as *Ann*
- **Larry Block** as *Man in Restaurant*
- **Andre Belgrader** as *Stash*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the main plot of Big Night?
It follows two immigrant brothers who hope a special banquet will save their struggling restaurant.

### Q: What genre does Big Night belong to?
It is classified as drama, romance, and comedy.

### Q: When was Big Night released?
It was released in the United States on September 20, 1996.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 49 minutes.

### Q: Does the film feature music by Louis Prima?
The banquet in the story honors Louis Prima, indicating his music is central to the plot.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Big Night — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/18203)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*