Cast of The Purple Rose of Cairo

Mia Farrow portrays Cecilia, a lonely waitress who finds solace in the escapism of movies and becomes infatuated with a character she watches on the screen.

Jeff Daniels plays dual roles as Tom Baxter, the charming character in a film, and Gil Shepherd, the actor who portrays Tom in the movie within the movie.

Danny Aiello takes on the role of Monk, Cecilia's tough but caring husband who struggles with her connection to a fictional character.

Irving Metzman appears as the Theater Manager, who is taken aback by the chaos caused when a character steps out of a movie and into the real world.

Stephanie Farrow portrays Cecilia's Sister, a supporting character who witnesses Cecilia's unusual relationship with a movie character.

Edward Herrmann takes on the role of Henry, a well-to-do and sophisticated man who shows an interest in Cecilia, adding a layer of complication to her fantasy.

John Wood plays Jason, the actor who portrays the villain in the movie within the movie, adding to the intrigue of the blending of fiction and reality.

Deborah Rush stars as Rita, Cecilia's coworker and friend who observes the unfolding events with a mix of curiosity and concern.

Van Johnson appears as Larry, a kind-hearted character who interacts with Cecilia and adds some lighthearted moments to the film.

Zoe Caldwell takes on the role of The Countess, a glamorous and enchanting character within the movie that captivates Cecilia and the audience.

Dianne Wiest appears as Emma, a character in the film who continues to exist within the movie even as her world is disrupted by the presence of a real person.