An American in Rome (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1954, An American in Rome is a comedy film directed by Steno, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Nando Moriconi is a young Italian living in the early '50s Roma. He is completely crazy for everything that comes from the States. He tries to speak American-English (the most funny ever), to wear like he thinks Americans do, to walk like John Wayne, trying to eat cornflakes with ketchup... His life is a complete parody of the real American way of life, which he couldn't ever get.
Who’s in it. An American in Rome stars Alberto Sordi as Nando Moriconi, Maria Pia Casilio as Elvira, Ilse Peterson as Molly and Anita Durante as Mother of Nando, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, An American in Rome has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch An American in Rome page.
If you liked it. Fans of An American in Rome tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch An American in Rome (1954)?
- In US, An American in Rome is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is An American in Rome worth watching?
- An American in Rome holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in An American in Rome?
- An American in Rome stars Alberto Sordi, Maria Pia Casilio, Ilse Peterson, Anita Durante and Giulio Calì.
- When was An American in Rome released?
- An American in Rome was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.