

The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985)
7.4 ?
Mar 01, 1985
Fantasy, Comedy, Romance
1h 22m
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.
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.

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