When in Rome (2002): Cast & Plot
When in Rome is a 2002 adventure family film directed by Steve Purcell, starring Ashley Olsen as Leila Hunter, Mary-Kate Olsen and Archie Kao. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 34m (94 min)
- Director
- Steve Purcell
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Dualstar Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is When in Rome About?
The premise of When in Rome without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Teenage sisters Charli and Lola embark on a dream‑filled summer in Rome, interning for the glamorous tycoon Derek Hanson, whose empire spans airlines and high‑fashion. Between city sightseeing, they juggle impressing their boss, designing a trendy clothing line, and flirting with charming locals, turning their internship into an unforgettable adventure.
When in Rome Themes & Keywords
· 12 tags- intern
- teenage girl
- teenage protagonist
- female protagonist
- twin
- sister sister relationship
- theft
- rome italy
- photography
- photo shoot
- fashion
- fashion designer
When in Rome Cast & Characters
Ashley Olsen leads the cast as Leila Hunter, with Mary-Kate Olsen as Charli Hunter and Archie Kao as Nobu. Directed by Steve Purcell; 15 actors are credited in all.
- Director Steve Purcell
- Ashley Olsen as Leila Hunter
- Mary-Kate Olsen as Charli Hunter
- Archie Kao as Nobu
- Michelangelo Tommaso as Paolo
Also Starring in When in Rome
· 11 more- Valentina Mattolini Heidi
- Ilenia Lazzarin Daril
- Julian Stone Derek Henson
- Derek Lee Nixon Ryan
- Matt Patresi Enrico Tortoni
- Vittorio Duse Paolo's Grandfather
- Leslie Danon Jami
- Giorgio Caputo Cafe Waiter
- Alberto Bognanni Gianni
- Umberto Stazzi Paolo's Father
- Bob Corna Male Designer #1
More from Steve Purcell
More films directed by Steve Purcell, best-rated first: Brave, One Day in Auschwitz, The Carol Burnett Show: Let’s Bump Up the Lights and Getting There.
When in Rome Plot Summary
What happens in When in Rome from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Twins Leila Hunter, [Ashley Olsen], and Charli Hunter, [Mary-Kate Olsen], travel to Rome to join a Summer Intern Program alongside Paolo, Nobu, Dari, and Heidi. The city’s timeless energy surrounds them as they dive into a schedule of design briefs, daily critiques, and team lunches, all while chasing a chance to prove themselves in a high-stakes environment. From the first moments, the group feels the pull between bold creativity and the strict expectations of the professional world, and the interns begin to glimpse how much this opportunity could change their lives.
Full summary
The whole story of When in Rome, scene by scene
When in Rome Trailers & Videos
The trailer of When in Rome.
How Well Do You Know When in Rome?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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When in Rome Also Known As
14 alternative titles, including “Postkort fra Rom” and “Verliebt in Rom”.
- Also known as
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- Postkort fra Rom
- Verliebt in Rom
- Un Été à Rome
- Due gemelle a Roma - Un'estate da ricordare
- Római ikervakáció
- יום ברומא
- Un verano en Roma
- Olsen Twins: Vtedy v Ríme
- I Roma
- Férias em Roma
- Одного разу в Римі
- ラブ in ローマ
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- Однажды в Риме
- Výlet do Říma
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When in Rome FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of When in Rome, each answered in a sentence.
How long is When in Rome?
When in Rome runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
When was When in Rome released?
When in Rome was released on November 26, 2002.
Who directed When in Rome?
When in Rome was directed by Steve Purcell.
More films by Steve Purcell Who is in the cast of When in Rome?
When in Rome stars Ashley Olsen as Leila Hunter, Mary-Kate Olsen as Charli Hunter and Archie Kao as Nobu, among 15 credited actors.
Does When in Rome have a post-credit scene?
No. When in Rome has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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