The Color Purple (1985)

A tale spanning forty years in the life of Celie, an African-American woman living in the South who survives incredible abuse and bigotry.

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Domestic (100%)
$98,467,863
International ()
Worldwide
$98,468,102
Summary Details
Domestic DistributorWarner Bros.
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Domestic Opening$1,710,333
Earliest Release DateDecember 20, 1985 (Domestic)
Running Time2 hr 34 min
GenresDrama
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