The Purple Rose of Cairo
PG“She's finally met the man of her dreams. He's not real, but you can't have everything.”
1985·82 min·Released
Studio: Jack Rollins & Charles H. Joffe Productions
7.4TMDb
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Theatrical Mar 1, 1985
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USA · English · Kids
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.
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Crew
DirectorWoody Allen
WriterWoody Allen
Cast
Mia Farrow
Cecilia
Jeff Daniels
Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd
Danny Aiello
Monk
Irving Metzman
Theater Manager
Stephanie Farrow
Cecilia's Sister
Edward Herrmann
Henry
John Wood
Jason
Deborah Rush
Rita
Van Johnson
Larry
Zoe Caldwell
The Countess
Milo O'Shea
Father Donnelly
Dianne Wiest
Emma
Glenne Headly
Hooker
Paul Herman
Penny Pitcher
Rick Petrucelli
Penny Pitcher
Peter Castellotti
Penny Pitcher
John Rothman
Mr. Hirsch's Lawyer
David Kieserman
Diner Boss
Elaine Grollman
Diner Patron
Victoria Zussin
Diner Patron
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Keywords
new york citygreat depressionfalling in lovemovie star
Details
Budget
$15M
Revenue
$11M
TMDb Votes
1,140
Added May 14, 2026Updated Jun 3, 2026