A Special Day
1977, Italian. Directed by Ettore Scola.
A special film about two special people.
Two neighbours — a persecuted journalist and a resigned housewife — forge a strong bond on the day of Adolf Hitler's historic 1938 visit to Rome.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Italian
- Rated
- NR
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Absolute Cinema
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8.1/10 from 809 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch A Special Day
A Special Day isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Ettore ScolaDirector
- Sophia LorenAntonietta Taberi
- Marcello MastroianniGabriele
- John VernonEmanuele Taberi
- Françoise BerdConcierge
- Patrizia BassoRomana Taberi
- Tiziano De PersioArnaldo Taberi
- Maurizio Di PaolantonioFabio Taberi
- Antonio GaribaldiLittorio Taberi
- Vittorio GuerrieriUmberto Taberi
- Alessandra MussoliniMaria Luisa Taberi
- Nicole MagnyOfficer's Daughter
- Galeazzo CianoSelf (archive footage) (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 11 August 1977
- Original title
- Una giornata particolare
- Country
- Italy, Canada
- Written by
- Ettore Scola, Ruggero Maccari, Maurizio Costanzo
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A Special Day: quick answers
Is A Special Day worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.1/10 from 809 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Special Day?
A Special Day runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does A Special Day have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Special Day. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Special Day parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Special Day is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Special Day on?
A Special Day isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Special Day?
If you liked A Special Day, try Head in the Clouds, The Wings of the Dove, Love in the City.
Who directed A Special Day?
A Special Day (1977) was directed by Ettore Scola and stars Sophia Loren, Marcello Mastroianni, John Vernon.