Translation guide
A showing of a film or performance before its official release, often for promotional purposes or for a select audience.
advance screening (film)
Most common term for promotional film previews.
advance screening (theater)
Used for stage performances before opening night.
A preview showing of a movie, play, or other performance before its general release.
The most common term for an advance screening of a film, often used for promotional events where tickets are given away.
I was invited to an advance screening of the new movie next week.
Literally 'advance showing', used for films or performances shown ahead of the official release date, often in limited theaters.
This movie will have advance screenings at select theaters.
Refers to a premiere screening, often a red-carpet event with cast and crew. More specific than a general advance screening.
The director and lead actor appeared at the premiere screening.
A preview performance of a play or show before its official opening night.
試写会 often implies a free promotional event with giveaways, while 先行上映 simply means an early showing, possibly with paid tickets. 試写会 is more common in everyday conversation.
I won tickets to an advance screening!
Advance screenings will start next month.
プレミア上映 or プレミア公演 implies a gala event with celebrities. Use it only when the screening has a red-carpet or special guest element.
The advance performance was held for invited guests.