The Color Purple
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.
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Streaming now in the United States on Philo.
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Frequently asked questions about The Color Purple
Where can I watch The Color Purple in the United States?
The Color Purple is available to stream on Philo in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Color Purple for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Color Purple needs a subscription to Philo, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
What are the ratings for The Color Purple?
The Color Purple scores 7.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Color Purple?
The Color Purple stars Danny Glover, Whoopi Goldberg, Margaret Avery, Oprah Winfrey, and Willard E. Pugh. Steven Spielberg is the director.
How long is The Color Purple?
The Color Purple runs 2h 34m (154 minutes).
When did The Color Purple come out?
The Color Purple was released on December 18, 1985.
Which studio made The Color Purple?
The Color Purple was produced by Amblin Entertainment, Warner Bros. Pictures, and The Guber-Peters Company in the United States.
What was the budget for The Color Purple?
The Color Purple was made on a budget of $15,000,000.
How much did The Color Purple make at the box office?
The Color Purple grossed $146,300,000 worldwide, against a budget of $15,000,000.
What languages is The Color Purple in?
The Color Purple is in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.