Three Coins in the Fountain
“You've Never Lived Until You've Loved in Rome!”
Synopsis
Three American roommates working in Italy wish for the man of their dreams after throwing coins into Rome's magnificent Trevi Fountain. Frances, a secretary at a government agency, sets out to win the heart of her smooth-talking novelist employer; Anita, her coworker, defies office regulations by romancing an Italian who works at the agency; and office newcomer Maria meets a real Italian Prince Charming and falls madly in love. The only thing the three hopeful ladies need to do is seal their fate.
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Top Cast
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Clifton Webb
John Frederick Shadwell
Dorothy McGuire
Miss Frances
Jean Peters
Anita Hutchins
Louis Jourdan
Prince Dino di Cessi
Maggie McNamara
Maria Williams
Rossano Brazzi
Georgio Bianchi
Howard St. John
Burgoyne
Kathryn Givney
Mrs. Burgoyne
Cathleen Nesbitt
Principessa
Gino Corrado
Principessa's Butler (uncredited)
Celia Lovsky
Baroness (uncredited)
Luciana Paluzzi
Angela Bianchi (uncredited)
Norma Varden
Woman at Cocktail Party (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1954
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Negulesco
- Screenplay & Story
- John Patrick
- Original Score
- Victor Young
- Original Title
- Three Coins in the Fountain
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Negulesco
John Patrick, John H. Secondari
Victor Young
Milton Krasner
William Reynolds
Sol C. Siegel
Department Leadership Roster
John Patrick
Screenplay
Jean Negulesco
Director
Milton Krasner
Director of Photography
Sol C. Siegel
Producer
William Reynolds
Editor
Dorothy Jeakins
Costume Design
Victor Young
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Three Coins in the Fountain
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What is Three Coins in the Fountain about?
Three American roommates working in Italy wish for the man of their dreams after throwing coins into Rome's magnificent Trevi Fountain. Frances, a secretary at a government agency, sets out to win the heart of her smooth-talking novelist employer; Anita, her coworker, defies office regulations by romancing an Italian who works at the agency; and office newcomer Maria meets a real Italian Prince Charming and falls madly in love. The only thing the three hopeful ladies need to do is seal their fate.
Who directed Three Coins in the Fountain?
Three Coins in the Fountain was directed by Jean Negulesco.
Who stars in Three Coins in the Fountain?
The principal cast of Three Coins in the Fountain includes Clifton Webb, Dorothy McGuire, Jean Peters, Louis Jourdan, Maggie McNamara.
When was Three Coins in the Fountain released and how long is it?
Three Coins in the Fountain was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Three Coins in the Fountain?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Three Coins in the Fountain was composed by Victor Young.
Is Three Coins in the Fountain based on a book or true story?
Three Coins in the Fountain is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "John H. Secondari".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Three Coins in the Fountain?
Three Coins in the Fountain holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).