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When in Rome

1952·Movie
1h 18min·NR
71
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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Nostalgia5
  • Romance4
  • Pathos4

Humor

Some situational comedy and satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy6
  • Satire & Parody5
  • Wit & Wordplay4

World

History

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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You'll have a wonderful time!

An American fugitive flees to Rome and eludes capture by masquerading as the American priest he met enroute.
American FugitiveRomeMasqueradeSatirical ComedyReligious Disguise1950s FilmHistorical SettingCrime Comedy

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about When in Rome

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Where can I stream When in Rome legally?

When in Rome is included with a subscription to YouTube TV and TCM in the United States. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is When in Rome worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is When in Rome rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is When in Rome?

1 h 18 min

When in Rome runs 1 h 18 min.

What language is When in Rome in?

EnglishItalian

It was made in English, with some Italian. Produced in United States.

What tropes does When in Rome use?

Actor AllusionAuthor AppealCar Meets HouseCasting GagChekhov's LectureFake NationalityThe KlutzPair the SparesPair the SuitorsPoor Communication KillsStalker with a CrushHeld Gazeand 6 more

TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for When in Rome, including Actor Allusion, Author Appeal, Car Meets House.