The Purple Rose of Cairo(1985)
“She's finally met the man of her dreams. He's not real, but you can't have everything.”
Overview
Cecilia is a waitress in New Jersey, living a dreary life during the Great Depression. Her only escape from her mundane reality is the movie theatre. After losing her job, Cecilia goes to see 'The Purple Rose of Cairo' in hopes of raising her spirits, where she watches dashing archaeologist Tom Baxter time and again.
Director
Woody Allen
Studio
Jack Rollins & Charles H. Joffe Productions
Budget
$15M
Revenue
$11M
Cast
Mia Farrow
as Cecilia
Jeff Daniels
as Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd
Danny Aiello
as Monk
Irving Metzman
as Theater Manager
Stephanie Farrow
as Cecilia's Sister
Edward Herrmann
as Henry
John Wood
as Jason
Deborah Rush
as Rita
Van Johnson
as Larry
Zoe Caldwell
as The Countess
Milo O'Shea
as Father Donnelly
Dianne Wiest
as Emma
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1985
Runtime
1h 22m
Language
English
Rating
7.4 / 10
Budget
$15M
Box Office
$11M
Production Companies
Jack Rollins & Charles H. Joffe Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Purple Rose of Cairo?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985).
What is The Purple Rose of Cairo about?▼
Cecilia is a waitress in New Jersey, living a dreary life during the Great Depression. Her only escape from her mundane reality is the movie theatre. After losing her job, Cecilia goes to see 'The Purple Rose of Cairo' in hopes of raising her spirits, where she watches dashing archaeologist Tom Baxter time and again.
Who directed The Purple Rose of Cairo?▼
The Purple Rose of Cairo was directed by Woody Allen and released in 1985. It is a fantasy, comedy, romance film.
How long is The Purple Rose of Cairo?▼
The Purple Rose of Cairo has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
Who stars in The Purple Rose of Cairo?▼
The cast of The Purple Rose of Cairo includes Mia Farrow as Cecilia, Jeff Daniels as Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd, Danny Aiello as Monk, Irving Metzman as Theater Manager, Stephanie Farrow as Cecilia's Sister and more.
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