Movie

The Purple Rose of Cairo

★ 7.4/10 · 1,170 votes 1985 1h 22m Released

FantasyComedyRomance

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.

Cast

Mia Farrow Cecilia Jeff Daniels Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd Danny Aiello Monk Dianne Wiest Emma Milo O'Shea Father Donnelly Van Johnson Larry