The Purple Taxi (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1977, The Purple Taxi is a drama film directed by Yves Boisset, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. With his mauve taxi, the old philosopher Dr. Seamus Scully runs around the small green roads of the south of Ireland, becoming confident of his patients, while trying to help them find their way.
Who’s in it. The Purple Taxi stars Charlotte Rampling as Sharon Frederick, Philippe Noiret as Philippe Marchal, Peter Ustinov as Taubelman and Fred Astaire as Dr. Seamus Scully, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Purple Taxi has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Purple Taxi page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Purple Taxi tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Purple Taxi (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Purple Taxi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Purple Taxi worth watching?
- The Purple Taxi holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Purple Taxi?
- The Purple Taxi stars Charlotte Rampling, Philippe Noiret, Peter Ustinov, Fred Astaire and Edward Albert.
- When was The Purple Taxi released?
- The Purple Taxi was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.