Movie

The Purple Shell

★ 3.3(3)19671h 42m

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Good to know

Director: Pan Lei
Release date: 1967-08-02
Runtime: 1h 42m
Language: Mandarin
Status: Released
Country: Hong Kong
Studio: Shaw Brothers

About The Purple Shell

The Purple Shell is a 1967 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Pan Lei, starring Chiang Feng, Ling Yun and Ou Wei. It has a runtime of 1 hour 42 minutes. It holds an average rating of 3.3/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Purple Shell in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Hui Pui-ching, a gentle and fragile woman, endures relentless abuse from her violent husband Fan Pak-nan. By chance, she meets Ha Mon-hin, a cultured and compassionate businessman trapped in his own loveless marriage. Drawn together by loneliness and understanding, their relationship unfolds quietly along seaside walks, where a simple purple shell becomes a symbol of tenderness and fragile hope. As suspicion, jealousy, and blackmail close in, their impossible love spirals toward devastating consequences.

Cast

Chiang Feng

Ling Yun

Ou Wei

Wen Ling

Lui Ming

Pai Lin

Betty Ting Pei

Dance Hostess Dai-Dai

Lei Ko

Ku Chun

Pan Chieh-Yi

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Purple Shell in Mexico?+

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

Is The Purple Shell on Netflix?+

The Purple Shell is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Purple Shell?+

The Purple Shell has a runtime of 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).

Who stars in The Purple Shell?+

The Purple Shell stars Chiang Feng, Ling Yun, Ou Wei, Wen Ling and Lui Ming.

When did The Purple Shell come out?+

The Purple Shell is a 1967 movie directed by Pan Lei.

What genre is The Purple Shell?+

The Purple Shell is Drama film.

Who directed The Purple Shell?+

The Purple Shell was directed by Pan Lei.