Mr. Holland's Opus
In 1965, passionate musician Glenn Holland takes a day job as a high school music teacher, convinced it's just a small obstacle on the road to his true calling: writing a historic opus. As the decades roll by with the composition unwritten but generations of students inspired through his teaching, Holland must redefine his life's purpose.
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Streaming now in the United States on Disney Plus and Wonder Project Amazon Channel.
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Frequently asked questions about Mr. Holland's Opus
Where can I watch Mr. Holland's Opus in the United States?
Mr. Holland's Opus is available to stream on Disney Plus and Wonder Project Amazon Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Mr. Holland's Opus on Disney Plus?
Yes. Mr. Holland's Opus is streaming on Disney Plus in the United States, alongside Wonder Project Amazon Channel.
Can I watch Mr. Holland's Opus for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Mr. Holland's Opus needs a subscription to Disney Plus and Wonder Project Amazon Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Mr. Holland's Opus?
Mr. Holland's Opus scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Mr. Holland's Opus?
Mr. Holland's Opus stars Richard Dreyfuss, Glenne Headly, Jay Thomas, Olympia Dukakis, and William H. Macy. Stephen Herek is the director.
How long is Mr. Holland's Opus?
Mr. Holland's Opus runs 2h 23m (143 minutes).
When did Mr. Holland's Opus come out?
Mr. Holland's Opus was released on December 29, 1995.
Which studio made Mr. Holland's Opus?
Mr. Holland's Opus was produced by Hollywood Pictures, Interscope Communications, and PolyGram Filmed Entertainment in the United States.
What was the budget for Mr. Holland's Opus?
Mr. Holland's Opus was made on a budget of $31,000,000.
How much did Mr. Holland's Opus make at the box office?
Mr. Holland's Opus grossed $106,300,000 worldwide, against a budget of $31,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.