Caterina in the Big City (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2003, Caterina in the Big City is a comedy and drama film directed by Paolo Virzì, running about 105 minutes. “Sometimes you just want to fit in... or not.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When her social-climbing father is relocated from small-town North to his native Rome, 12-year-old Caterina enrolls to his old school, finding herself in an completely different environment where students rigidly divide themselves in subcultures based on social class and their parents' political affiliation.
Who’s in it. Caterina in the Big City stars Sergio Castellitto as Giancarlo Iacovoni, Margherita Buy as Agata Iacovoni, Alice Teghil as Caterina Iacovoni and Federica Sbrenna as Daniela Germano, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Caterina in the Big City has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Caterina in the Big City page.
If you liked it. Fans of Caterina in the Big City tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Caterina in the Big City (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Caterina in the Big City change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Caterina in the Big City worth watching?
- Caterina in the Big City holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Caterina in the Big City?
- Caterina in the Big City stars Sergio Castellitto, Margherita Buy, Alice Teghil, Federica Sbrenna and Carolina Iaquaniello.
- When was Caterina in the Big City released?
- Caterina in the Big City was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.