The Color Purple
It's about life. It's about love. It's about us.
An epic tale spanning forty years in the life of Celie, an African-American woman living in the South who survives incredible abuse and bigotry. After Celie's abusive father marries her off to the equally debasing 'Mister' Albert Johnson, things go from bad to worse, leaving Celie to find companionship anywhere she can. She perseveres, holding on to her dream of one day being reunited with her sister in Africa.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Color Purple
- Genres: Drama, History
- Release Date: 1985-12-18
- Runtime: 154 minutes
- Rating: 7.76/10 (1832 votes)
- Budget: $15,000,000
- Revenue: $146,300,000
- Production Companies: Amblin Entertainment, Warner Bros. Pictures, Guber/Peters Company
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 8.136
- Languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish
Cast & Crew
Danny Glover
as Albert
Whoopi Goldberg
as Celie
Margaret Avery
as Shug Avery
Oprah Winfrey
as Sofia
Willard E. Pugh
as Harpo
Akosua Busia
as Nettie
Desreta Jackson
as Young Celie
Adolph Caesar
as Old Mr.
Rae Dawn Chong
as Squeak
Dana Ivey
as Miss Millie
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Trivia
Reconciliation
4K Ultra HD Extended Preview
Razor Looks Dull
Sister Song
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Color Purple?▼
The Color Purple is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 1985-12-18.
Who are the main actors in The Color Purple?▼
The main cast includes Danny Glover, Whoopi Goldberg, Margaret Avery, Oprah Winfrey, Willard E. Pugh, .
Where can I watch The Color Purple online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Color Purple is available.
Is The Color Purple based on a true story?▼
It's about life. It's about love. It's about us.
What is the IMDb rating of The Color Purple?▼
The Color Purple has an IMDb rating of 7.76/10 based on 1832 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Color Purple?▼
The movie had a production budget of $15,000,000 and earned $146,300,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Color Purple?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Amblin Entertainment, Warner Bros. Pictures, Guber/Peters Company. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Color Purple filmed?▼
The Color Purple was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Color Purple?▼
The total runtime of The Color Purple is 154 minutes.
Is The Color Purple suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Color Purple?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Color Purple.
Does The Color Purple have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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