The Color Purple (1985)

It's about life. It's about love. It's about us.

154 min★ 7.7 · 105,596 votes

• Drama

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.

Release date

December 16, 1985

Country of origin

United States

Budget

$15,000,000

Box office

$146,300,000