
The Purple Rose of Cairo
The Purple Rose of Cairo
Release: 1985-03-01·Runtime: 82m·★ 7.4
FantasyComedyRomance
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.
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Orion Pictures
Jack Rollins & Charles H. Joffe Productions
Trailers & Videos
Cast
Edward Herrmannas Henry
John Woodas Jason
Raymond Serraas Hollywood Executive
Drinda Lalumiaas Hooker
Mia Farrowas Cecilia
Irving Metzmanas Theater Manager
Jeff Danielsas Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd
Zoe Caldwellas The Countess
Peter McRobbieas The Communist
Lela Iveyas Hooker
Van Johnsonas Larry
Dianne Wiestas Emma
John Rothmanas Mr. Hirsch's Lawyer
Camille Saviolaas Olga
Deborah Rushas Rita
Michael Tuckeras Gil's Agent
Peter Von Bergas Drugstore Customer
Tom Kubiakas Policeman #2
Peter Castellottias Penny Pitcher
Benjamin Raysonas Movie Goer
Mimi Weddellas Ticket Buyer
Milo O’Sheaas Father Donnelly
Paul Hermanas Penny Pitcher
Glenne Headlyas Hooker
Robert Treboras Reporter
James Prendergastas Waiter (uncredited)
Juliana Donaldas Usherette
Karen Akersas Kitty Haynes
George Martinas Movie Audience
Helen Hanftas Movie Audience
Danny Aielloas MonkCrew
" />Todd M. ThalerAdditional Casting
" />Juliet TaylorCasting
" />Charles H. JoffeExecutive Producer
" />Jack RollinsExecutive Producer
" />Isis MussendenCostume Assistant
" />Jonathan FilleyLocation Manager
" />Fred AstaireThanks
" />Gordon WillisDirector of Photography
" />Brian HamillStill Photographer
" />Jeffrey KurlandCostume Design
" />Thomas A. ReillyFirst Assistant Director
" />Robert GreenhutProducer
" />Dick HymanOriginal Music Composer
" />Woody AllenDirector, Screenplay