Purple Rain (1984): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Purple Rain is a 1984 drama musical directed by Albert Magnoli, starring Prince and Apollonia Kotero. It runs 1 hour 51 minutes and earned $70.3 million worldwide. It won 1 Oscar, including Music (Original Song Score). Critics gave it 55 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 51m (111 min)
- Director
- Albert Magnoli
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Purple Rain About?
The premise of Purple Rain without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Amidst the dynamic music scene of Minneapolis, a young and rebellious musician known as the Kid seeks refuge in his artistry. As he leads his band, the Revolution, toward potential stardom, he grapples with a difficult past and the shadow of his father's mistakes. He also finds himself drawn to the captivating Apollonia, creating a complex web of love and conflict as he strives for success and personal redemption.
Purple Rain Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- motorcycle
- rock band
- 1980s
- singer
- musician
- minneapolis minnesota
- mother son relationship
- dysfunctional marriage
- rivalry
- african american
- father son relationship
- domestic violence
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- egotism
- tantrum
- possessiveness
- guitar as a gift
- lust
- female frontal nudity
- redemption
- skinny dipping
- premarital sex
- concert
- frustration
- undressing
- song
- sensuality
- electric guitar
- color in title
- marital abuse
- nightclub
- dysfunctional family
- basement
- attempted suicide
- stage performance
- narcissism
- national film registry
- two word title
- backstage
- interracial marriage
- title sung by character
- title based on song
- no opening credits
- price of fame
- ventriloquism
- guitar
- piano
- puppet
- semi autobiographical
- pop music
- lingerie
Purple Rain Cast
Prince leads the cast, with Apollonia Kotero. Directed by Albert Magnoli.
- Director Albert Magnoli
More from Albert Magnoli
More films directed by Albert Magnoli, best-rated first: Sign 'o' the Times, Tango & Cash, Dark Planet and Born to Run.
Purple Rain Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Purple Rain 55 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10.
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IMDb 6.5 /10
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Metacritic 55 Metascore
User score 7.0
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TMDB 67% User score
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Purple Rain Plot Summary
What happens in Purple Rain from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The film begins in the vibrant First Avenue nightclub in Minneapolis, where the electrifying band The Revolution, led by Prince, captivates the audience with their hit song “Let’s Go Crazy.” Among the attendees is the ambitious Apollonia, portrayed by Apollonia Kotero, who seeks to speak with the manager but finds him unavailable. Instead, a staff member takes her details, setting the stage for her journey in the world of music.
Full summary
The whole story of Purple Rain, scene by scene
Purple Rain Box Office
Purple Rain grossed $70.3 million worldwide. $70.3 million came from the US and Canada and $4,431 (0%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$70.3M
- US & Canada
- $70.3M
- International
- $4.4K
Purple Rain Awards & Nominations
Purple Rain won 1 Oscar, including Music (Original Song Score). Its biggest night was the Oscars 1985, with 1 win from 1 nomination.
1 win2 nominations2 ceremonies
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Oscars 1985 1 win · 1 nomination- Won Music (Original Song Score)
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Golden Globes 1985 1 nomination- Nominated Best Original Song – William Prince
Purple Rain Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Purple Rain.
How Well Do You Know Purple Rain?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Who is the lead singer of The Revolution?
Cars in Purple Rain
24 cars on screen, including the 1970 Cadillac Sedan DeVille and the 1981 Honda CM 400 A.
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1983 Cadillac Eldorado Background role -
1980 Cadillac Seville Background role
Purple Rain Also Known As
13 alternative titles, including “Prince: Purple Rain” and “Принц: Пурпурный дождь”.
- Also known as
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- Prince: Purple Rain
- Принц: Пурпурный дождь
- גשם סגול
- Bíboreső
- Lluvia púrpura
- Viva a Música
- Purpurowy deszcz
- Пурпурен дъжд
- Mor Yağmur
- プリンス／パープル・レイン
- 퍼플 레인
- 紫雨
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- Pluja roja
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Movies Like Purple Rain
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Graffiti Bridge, Purple Hearts and Purple Haze.
Purple Rain FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Purple Rain, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Purple Rain?
Purple Rain runs 1 hour 51 minutes (111 minutes).
When was Purple Rain released?
Purple Rain was released on July 27, 1984.
Who directed Purple Rain?
Purple Rain was directed by Albert Magnoli.
More films by Albert Magnoli Who is in the cast of Purple Rain?
Purple Rain stars Prince and Apollonia Kotero.
How much did Purple Rain make at the box office?
Purple Rain grossed $70.3 million worldwide ($70.3 million domestic, $4,431 international).
How is Purple Rain rated?
Purple Rain has 6.5/10 on IMDb, 55 on Metacritic and 67% on TMDB.
What awards did Purple Rain win?
Purple Rain won 1 award from 2 nominations, including Music (Original Song Score) at the Oscars 1985.
Does Purple Rain have a post-credit scene?
No. Purple Rain has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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