Movie

Purlie

★ 6.5(4)19812h 22m

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Good to know

Director: Rudi Goldman
Release date: 1981-10-12
Runtime: 2h 22m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: CBS Productions

About Purlie

Purlie is a 1981 movie in the Drama and Music genres, directed by Rudi Goldman, starring Robert Guillaume, Melba Moore and Sherman Hemsley. It has a runtime of 2 hours 22 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Purlie in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Purlie is a musical based on Ossie Davis' 1961 play Purlie Victorious. In the early days of the civil rights movement, a Southern plantation owner holds his sharecroppers in virtual slavery. Purlie comes home as a preacher who will shake things up and bring freedom to his people. This 1981 television adaptation won a CableACE Award.

Cast

Robert Guillaume

Purlie

Melba Moore

Lutiebelle

Sherman Hemsley

Gitlow

Linda Hopkins

Sister Hopkins

Rhetta Hughes

Missy

Brandon Maggart

Ol' Cap'n

Don Scardino

Charlie

Clarice Taylor

Idella

Loretta Abbott

Ensemble

Brenda Braxton

Ensemble

P.L. Brown

Ensemble

Olivia Detante

Ensemble

Themes & keywords

filmed theater

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Purlie in Mexico?+

Purlie is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Purlie on Netflix?+

Purlie is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Purlie?+

Purlie has a runtime of 2 hours 22 minutes (142 minutes).

Who stars in Purlie?+

Purlie stars Robert Guillaume, Melba Moore, Sherman Hemsley, Linda Hopkins and Rhetta Hughes.

When did Purlie come out?+

Purlie is a 1981 movie directed by Rudi Goldman.

What genre is Purlie?+

Purlie is Drama and Music film.

Who directed Purlie?+

Purlie was directed by Rudi Goldman.