Synopsis
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.
Cast

Mia Farrow
Cecilia

Jeff Daniels
Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd

Danny Aiello
Monk

Irving Metzman
Theater Manager
Stephanie Farrow
Cecilia's Sister

Edward Herrmann
Henry

John Wood
Jason

Deborah Rush
Rita

Van Johnson
Larry

Zoe Caldwell
The Countess

Milo O'Shea
Father Donnelly

Dianne Wiest
Emma

Glenne Headly
Hooker

Paul Herman
Penny Pitcher
Rick Petrucelli
Penny Pitcher

Peter Castellotti
Penny Pitcher

John Rothman
Mr. Hirsch's Lawyer
David Kieserman
Diner Boss
Elaine Grollman
Diner Patron
Victoria Zussin
Diner Patron
Mark Hammond
Diner Patron
Wade Barnes
Diner Patron
Joseph G. Graham
Diner Patron
Don Quigley
Diner Patron
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