Roman Holiday Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Roman Holiday.
Roman Holiday Ending Explained: Remake of the 1953 original. Directed by Noel Nosseck, this 1987 romance film stars Catherine Oxenberg (Princess Elysa), alongside Tom Conti as Joe Bradley, Ed Begley Jr. as Leonard Lupo, Eileen Atkins as Countess. Rated 4.7/10, the conclusion has sparked discussion among viewers.
What Happens at the End of Roman Holiday?
Remake of the 1953 original. Princess Elysa is touring Rome, and decides to get "out and about" away from her normal life. She meets with an American reporter and his photographer, who show her the sites. The reporter is initially more interested in a story than the Princess, but begins to fall for her.
Noel Nosseck's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Catherine Oxenberg (Princess Elysa)'s journey. Princess Elysa is touring Rome, and decides to get "out and about" away from her normal life.
How Does Catherine Oxenberg (Princess Elysa)'s Story End?
- Catherine Oxenberg: Catherine Oxenberg's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Tom Conti (Joe Bradley): Tom Conti's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Ed Begley Jr. (Leonard Lupo): Ed Begley Jr.'s character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Roman Holiday Mean?
The ending of Roman Holiday brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Catherine Oxenberg's story may not satisfy all audiences.