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Roman Holiday (1953)

7.9/10 ยท 2,338 votes 1h 59m g ComedyRomanceDrama

#4 of 16 films from 1953 #82 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by William Wyler ยท Written by Dalton Trumbo, Ian McLellan Hunter, John Dighton

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Overview

Overwhelmed by her suffocating schedule, touring European princess Ann takes off for a night while in Rome. When a sedative she took from her doctor kicks in, however, she falls asleep on a park bench and is found by an American reporter, Joe Bradley, who takes her back to his apartment for safety. At work the next morning, Joe finds out Ann's regal identity and bets his editor he can get exclusive interview with her, but romance soon gets in the way.

Cast

Audrey Hepburnas Princess Ann
Gregory Peckas Joe Bradley
Eddie Albertas Irving Radovich
Hartley Poweras Mr. Hennessy
Harcourt Williamsas Ambassador
Margaret Rawlingsas Countess Vereberg
Tullio Carminatias General Provno
Paolo Carlinias Mario Delani
Claudio Ermellias Giovanni
Paola Borbonias Charwoman
Alfredo Rizzoas Cab Driver
Laura Solarias Hennessy's Secretary
Gorella Gorias Shoe Seller
Armando Annualeas Admiral Dancing with Princess (uncredited)

Facts

Release dateAugust 26, 1953
Runtime119 min (1h 59m) โ€” longer as the 1953 average of 103 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$1,500,000
Box office$12,000,000 (8.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0046250

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Questions

How long is Roman Holiday?
Roman Holiday runs 119 minutes (1h 59m).
Is Roman Holiday worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.9/10 across 2,338 votes, which places it #4 of 16 films released in 1953 in this index (top 81%) and #82 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Roman Holiday?
Roman Holiday was directed by William Wyler. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Ben-Hur (1959), The Best Years of Our Lives (1946), How to Steal a Million (1966).
Who stars in Roman Holiday?
Audrey Hepburn as Princess Ann; Gregory Peck as Joe Bradley; Eddie Albert as Irving Radovich; Hartley Power as Mr. Hennessy; Harcourt Williams as Ambassador; Margaret Rawlings as Countess Vereberg.
What is Roman Holiday rated?
It carries a g certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Roman Holiday?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/73992.

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