cold open

In a television show or movie, where it opens by going straight into a scene without any set-up or explanation.
The T.V. show HOUSE is known for its cold openings.
by Peter W.N. April 15, 2008
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Cold Opening

The act of jumping directly into the story in a video game or tv show/movie
by sppoooppy August 12, 2016
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