A Special Day (1977)
Kernel Score: 88% · 749 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Drama, Romance
Released: 1977-08-11
Runtime: 106 minutes
Where to watch A Special Day
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Two neighbours — a persecuted journalist and a resigned housewife — forge a strong bond on the day of Adolf Hitler's historic 1938 visit to Rome.
A Special Day parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that this Italian drama set in fascist-era Rome involves a persecuted gay journalist and themes tied to Mussolini and Hitler's rise.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Sophia Loren as Antonietta Taberi
- Marcello Mastroianni as Gabriele
- John Vernon as Emanuele Taberi
- Françoise Berd as Concierge
- Patrizia Basso as Romana Taberi
- Tiziano De Persio as Arnaldo Taberi
- Maurizio Di Paolantonio as Fabio Taberi
- Antonio Garibaldi as Littorio Taberi
- Vittorio Guerrieri as Umberto Taberi
- Alessandra Mussolini as Maria Luisa Taberi
A Special Day FAQ
Is A Special Day good?
A Special Day has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 749 audience ratings.
Where can I watch A Special Day?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is A Special Day OK for kids?
A Special Day is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that this Italian drama set in fascist-era Rome involves a persecuted gay journalist and themes tied to Mussolini and Hitler's rise.
What movies are like A Special Day?
If you liked A Special Day, try Rome, Open City, The Goddess of Fortune, The Conformist and Casablanca.