IMDb
7.6 /10
58k votes


Fantasy · Comedy · Romance · 1985 · 1h 22min
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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The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) Original Trailer [HD]
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IMDb
7.6 /10
58k votes
Rotten Tomatoes
The tomato isn't ripe
75 /100
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TMDB
7.4 /10
1k votes
Letterboxd
8.0 /10
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Weighted average
7.6/10