Roman Holiday
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.
Critics Sentiment
Ann and Joe's wordless goodbye at press conference
Princess Ann endures exhausting diplomatic schedule in Rome
The film rises dramatically from its slower opening to the transcendent final press conference scene.
Roman Holiday builds steadily from a charming setup through increasingly beloved sequences of romance and adventure in Rome. The film peaks with universally acclaimed moments like the Vespa ride and Mouth of Truth scene, culminating in a finale that critics consistently describe as deeply moving and emotionally profound.
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Audrey Hepburn
Princess Ann
Gregory Peck
Joe Bradley
Eddie Albert
Irving Radovich
Hartley Power
Mr. Hennessy
Harcourt Williams
Ambassador
Margaret Rawlings
Countess Vereberg
Tullio Carminati
Gen. Provno
Paolo Carlini
Mario Delani
Claudio Ermelli
Giovanni
Paola Borboni
Charwoman
Alfredo Rizzo
Cab driver
Laura Solari
Hennessy's Secretary
Gorella Gori
Shoe Seller
Armando Annuale
Admiral Dancing with Princess (uncredited)
Maurizio Arena
Young Boy with Car (uncredited)
Gildo Bocci
Flower Seller (uncredited)
Andrea Esterhazy
Embassy Aide (uncredited)
George Higgins
Correspondent at Poker Game (uncredited)
Richard McNamara
Correspondent at Poker Game (uncredited)
Luigi Moneta
Old Man Dancing with Princess (uncredited)
Crew
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