The Color Purple
First aired on Dec 18, 1985
80%
Genres: Drama, History
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.
Featured Cast: click image to view more
Danny Glover | Albert
Whoopi Goldberg | Celie
Margaret Avery | Shug Avery
Oprah Winfrey | Sofia
Willard E. Pugh | Harpo
Akosua Busia | Nettie
Featured Crew
Steven Spielberg | Director
Alice Walker | Novel
Menno Meyjes | Screenplay
Steven Spielberg | Producer
Frank Marshall | Producer
Kathleen Kennedy | Producer
