Where to Watch For the First Time (1959) in the US

What it's about

The brilliance of one of the world's most beloved tenors and the exciting world of opera highlight this delightful romantic adventure set in the most beautiful cities of Europe. Tonio Costa (Mario Lanza), the temperamental darling of the opera world, is forever missing performances because of impromptu street concerts and endless parties. But Tonio's carefree ways change when he falls in love with Christa, a beautiful deaf girl. Christa refuses to marry him until she can hear his sublime voice. So they embark upon a whirlwind concert tour of Europe where Christa consults with specialists while Tonio sings his heart out. Their love grows stronger and they realize that as long as they are together they can face whatever the future holds. Lush, exotic locations, fabulous operatic performances and the magic of Mario Lanza give this sparkling love story the look and sound of enchantment.

Cast and crew

Director

Rudolph Maté

Writer

Andrew Solt

Starring

Mario Lanza, Johanna von Koczian, Kurt Kasznar

Details

Release date

Aug 26, 1959

Language

English

Country

Italy, West Germany, United States

Awards

1 nomination

Where to Watch For the First Time (1959) in the US — common questions

Where to watch For the First Time in the United States?

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Can I stream For the First Time or do I have to rent it in the United States?

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