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The Color Purple
“It's about life. It's about love. It's about us.”
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The Color Purple at a glance
The Color Purple is a 1985 drama film, running 2h 34m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Now TV Cinema and HBO Max.
Rated 15 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1985-12-18
- Runtime
- 2h 34m
- Genres
- Drama
- Director
- Steven Spielberg
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.7 / 10 · 2,058 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmAn 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.
Cast
14 names
Danny GloverAlbert
Whoopi GoldbergCelie
Margaret AveryShug Avery
Oprah WinfreySofia
Willard E. PughHarpo
Akosua BusiaNettie
Desreta JacksonYoung Celie
Adolph CaesarOld Mr.
Rae Dawn ChongSqueak
Dana IveyMiss Millie
Leonard JacksonPa
Bennet GuilloryGradyJohn Patton Jr.Preacher
Carl AndersonReverend SamuelQuestions about The Color Purple
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Color Purple in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Color Purple is listed on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Now TV Cinema, HBO Max. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Color Purple suitable for children?
The Color Purple is rated 15 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is The Color Purple on PelisPlus UK?
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What is The Color Purple about?
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…
How long is The Color Purple?
The Color Purple runs for 2h 34m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Color Purple trailer?
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