The Purple Rose of Cairo

The Purple Rose of Cairo (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.

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Top Cast

Mia Farrow

As Cecilia

Jeff Daniels

As Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd

Danny Aiello

As Monk

Irving Metzman

As Theater Manager

Stephanie Farrow

As Cecilia's Sister

Edward Herrmann

As Henry

John Wood

As Jason

Deborah Rush

As Rita

Van Johnson

As Larry

Zoe Caldwell

As The Countess

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