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

Cold Opening

The act of jumping directly into the story in a video game or tv show/movie

The game Inside has a cold opening

by sppoooppy August 12, 2016