The Purple Rose of Cairo
The Purple Rose of Cairo is a 1985 BAFTA winning Comedy Fantasy film released on 1st March; Woody Allen directed the film which stars Jeff Daniels, Dianne Wiest, and Glenne Headly. The film was a box office failure, making a loss of $4,368,667 on its budget.
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 (15)
Production Companies
The Purple Rose of Cairo Stats
Cast Age
Estimated Ages At Time of Filming
13% 20-29
33% 30-39
7% 40-49
27% 50-59
7% 60-69
13% Unknown
Cast Genders
Who Is Most Represented
40% Female
60% Male
Good/Bad Characters
More Heroes of Villains?
100% Unknown
Character Types
What Characters Feature
100% Unknown
The Purple Rose of Cairo FAQ
When was The Purple Rose of Cairo released?
The Purple Rose of Cairo was released on Friday March 1st, 1985.
How much did The Purple Rose of Cairo cost to make?
The budget was $15,000,000.
How much money did The Purple Rose of Cairo make?
The worldwide revenue was $10,631,333.
Is The Purple Rose of Cairo on Netflix?
No, The Purple Rose of Cairo is not currently available on Netflix in the United States
Is The Purple Rose of Cairo on Amazon Prime?
No, The Purple Rose of Cairo is not currently available on Amazon Prime in the United States
Is The Purple Rose of Cairo on Disney Plus?
No, The Purple Rose of Cairo is not currently available on Disney+ in the United States