Movies like The Color Purple

The Help examines the lives of African American maids working in white households in Jackson, Mississippi during the early 1960s. It has a similar blend of storytelling that captures the racial injustices and female camaraderie seen in The Color Purple.

Offering a raw and emotional portrayal of an African-American teenager facing immense adversities, Precious mirrors The Color Purple's themes of struggle, empowerment, and the search for self-worth against the backdrop of an uncaring society.

With its Southern setting and exploration of female friendship and empowerment, Fried Green Tomatoes evokes a similar tone to The Color Purple. It tells the story of women who defy societal norms to live life on their own terms.

Beloved takes a deep dive into the emotional legacy of slavery, much like The Color Purple. Based on the novel by Toni Morrison, it blends the historical context with supernatural elements, offering a haunting narrative that fans of complex and poignant storytelling will appreciate.

Set in South Carolina in 1964, The Secret Life of Bees shares with The Color Purple the themes of race, redemption, and the strength found in female relationships as it follows a young girl's escape from her troubled past.

While lighter in tone, How Stella Got Her Groove Back offers another story of self-discovery and reclaiming one's life, akin to Celie's journey in The Color Purple. It’s a celebration of love, resilience, and the power of taking control of one's destiny.

Adapted from Zora Neale Hurston's classic novel, this film captures the life of an African American woman in the early 20th century who, like Celie in The Color Purple, seeks to find her identity and voice amidst tumultuous relationships and societal norms.