Roman Holiday

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Roman Holiday

1953

1h 59m

Romance

Comedy

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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.

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Critics Consensus

With Audrey Hepburn luminous in her American debut, Roman Holiday is as funny as it is beautiful, and sets the standard for the modern romantic comedy.

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Adam Kempenaar

Filmspotting

05/17/2024

4.5/5

It's as if the close-up was invented for [Audrey Hepburn].

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Kevin Maher

The Times (UK)

02/04/2023

5/5

A rom-com colossus, and one that has been aped and emulated in everything from Notting Hill to Trainwreck to Jennifer Lopez’s recent Marry Me...

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Milton Luban

The Hollywood Reporter

08/30/2019

With Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn turning in superb performances, Roman Holiday is 118 minutes of sheer entertainment.

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Fico Cangiano

CineXpress Podcast

03/28/2025

3.5/5

A lovely "Golden Age of Hollywood" romance that stands the test of time. [Full review in Spanish]

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Patricia Karounos

Refinery29

10/23/2023

Rome is the perfect backdrop for this royal-commoner romance (and war of wits).

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Steph Green

WeLoveCinema

02/13/2023

4/5

It is purely a rom-com, filmed with warmth and style – as sweet and inconsequential as a scoop of gelato on a summer’s day.

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T M

@RT55749265 Mar 28

A classic of its genre. Dated of course, but to be appreciated for what it was. Romantic, humorous and fantastical. One can immediately see the appeal of Hepburn and why she then went on to have the career she did.

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YINUO P

@EnochPan Mar 1

Absolutely masterpiece ！

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Sha M

@RT81175301 Nov 23

Still perfect after all these years

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Biggie B.

@BiggieBaller19 Oct 17

In my top 5 movies of all time

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Jacob B

@RT89309114 Sep 29

A delightful romcom with great performances from its two leads, hilarious moments, heartfelt scenes and a surprisingly bittersweet conclusion, Roman Holiday is, as the adage goes, an oldie but a goodie. Wow, what a daring and controversial opinion, I know. Sometimes a film can just be breezy fun about a countess taking a break from her duties before coming home gaining more agency who won't be told what she can and can't say. Somebody will probably do a better job than me talking about her character arc in a video essay one day. But yes, Roman Holiday is a sweet film, go watch it if you haven't already.

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Alessio C

@alessiocherry Sep 19

"Roman Holiday" (1953) turned out to be exactly the kind of film you just sink into. Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn make a perfect duo – charming, playful, and believable. The humor still works, the pacing is smooth, and the whole thing has this warm, lighthearted atmosphere that makes it feel timeless. And then there’s Rome – not just a backdrop, but a character on its own. Those familiar streets and piazzas hit me with a wave of nostalgia, reminding me of my own trip to Italy. It’s not the greatest masterpiece ever made, but it’s definitely one of those films you can rewatch and feel comfortable in every time. Solid 8/10.

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William Wyler

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Gregory Peck

Joe Bradley

Audrey Hepburn

Princess Ann

Eddie Albert

Irving Radovich

Tullio Carminati

Gen. Provno

Hartley Power

Mr. Hennessy

Roman Holiday: Official Clip - The Mouth of Truth

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Roman Holiday: Official Clip - I Don't Know How to Say Goodbye

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Roman Holiday: Official Clip - Cherished Memory

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Roman Holiday: Official Clip - The Morning After

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Roman Holiday: Official Clip - Take a Holiday

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Roman Holiday: Official Clip - Alone With a Man

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Roman Holiday: Official Clip - Where's the Story?

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Roman Holiday: Official Clip - Princess Ann's Breakdown

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Roman Holiday: Official Clip - Short Haircut

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Roman Holiday: Official Clip - Vespa Ride

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Synopsis

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.

Director: William Wyler
Producer: William Wyler
Screenwriter: Dalton Trumbo, Ian McLellan Hunter, John Dighton
Distributor: Paramount Pictures
Production Co: Paramount Pictures
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 27, 1953, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 6, 2014
Runtime: 1h 59m
Sound Mix: Mono

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