Roman Holiday (1953)
Kernel Score: 87% · 2,217 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Romance, Comedy, Drama
Released: 1953-08-26
Runtime: 119 minutes
Is Roman Holiday worth watching?
Must-watch. Roman Holiday is a charming romance about a runaway princess and a reporter in Rome. The leads are wonderful and the ending is bittersweet and graceful. It's a classic for a reason.
Watch it if you
- love classic Hollywood romances
- enjoy sweet, witty love stories
- like travel films set in beautiful places
Skip it if you
- dislike black-and-white films
- want modern pacing or edge
Best for: Date night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Roman Holiday
- Stream: Fubo, Philo, MGM+
- Free with ads: YouTube Free
- Rent: JustWatch TV Free, Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
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.
Roman Holiday parents' guide: ages 5+
Parents need to know that Roman Holiday is a wholesome G-rated romantic comedy about a princess who secretly explores Rome.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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- The Apartment (1960) — 91%: Classic romantic comedy with wit and a bittersweet streak
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- The Heiress (1949) — 88%: Classic drama by the same director, quieter and sadder
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- Letters to Juliet (2010) — 76%: Modern romance set in a beautiful Italian setting
Director
Cast
- 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
- Tullio Carminati as Gen. Provno
- Paolo Carlini as Mario Delani
- Claudio Ermelli as Giovanni
- Paola Borboni as Charwoman
Roman Holiday FAQ
Is Roman Holiday worth watching?
Must-watch. Roman Holiday is a charming romance about a runaway princess and a reporter in Rome. The leads are wonderful and the ending is bittersweet and graceful. It's a classic for a reason.
Where can I watch Roman Holiday?
In the US you can stream Roman Holiday on Fubo, Philo and MGM+, watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and rent it from JustWatch TV Free, Prime Video, Apple TV and Google Play.
Is Roman Holiday OK for kids?
Roman Holiday is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 5+. Parents need to know that Roman Holiday is a wholesome G-rated romantic comedy about a princess who secretly explores Rome.
What movies are like Roman Holiday?
If you liked Roman Holiday, try The Apartment, City Lights, Trouble in Paradise and The Heiress.