The Purple Rose of Cairo
1985, English. Directed by Woody Allen.
She's finally met the man of her dreams. He's not real, but you can't have everything.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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7.4/10 from 1,199 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Purple Rose of Cairo
The Purple Rose of Cairo isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 1 March 1985
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Woody Allen
- Budget
- $15M
- Box office
- $11M
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The Purple Rose of Cairo: quick answers
Is The Purple Rose of Cairo worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 1,199 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Purple Rose of Cairo?
The Purple Rose of Cairo runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).
Does The Purple Rose of Cairo have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Purple Rose of Cairo. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Purple Rose of Cairo parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Purple Rose of Cairo is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Purple Rose of Cairo on?
The Purple Rose of Cairo isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Purple Rose of Cairo?
If you liked The Purple Rose of Cairo, try Two of a Kind, Love Potion No. 9, Just Like Heaven.
Who directed The Purple Rose of Cairo?
The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) was directed by Woody Allen and stars Mia Farrow, Jeff Daniels, Danny Aiello.