The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985)

03/01/1985 (US) • 1h 22m

Fantasy, Comedy, Romance

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.

Top Billed Cast

Mia Farrow

Cecilia

Jeff Daniels

Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd

Irving Metzman

Theater Manager

Stephanie Farrow

Cecilia's Sister


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

$15,000,000.00

Revenue

$10,631,333.00

Keywords

new york city

great depression

falling in love

movie star

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