The Princess Diaries

"The Princess Diaries" follows Amelia "Mia" Thermopolis, a bright but socially awkward 15-year-old girl from San Francisco, who discovers she is actually the princess of the small European country Genovia after her estranged father's passing. As she grapples with her new royal responsibilities alongside her beloved grandmother, Queen Clarisse Renaldi, Mia must decide whether to continue her ordinary teenage life or embrace her destiny as royalty.

Trivia:
1. Julie Andrews, who plays Queen Clarisse Renaldi, wore wigs throughout the movie because she had previously undergone surgery that affected her vocal cords.
2. Anne Hathaway was chosen for the role of Mia after a lengthy casting search; this film was her breakout role that launched her into stardom.
3. The lavish Genovian palace scenes were filmed in San Francisco's sister city, Pasadena, using historic buildings to bring the fictional kingdom to life.

Main Cast of The Princess Diaries

Crew of The Princess Diaries