Prince: (July 2, 1986) Under the Cherry Moon Nationwide Premiere

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Release Date: July 2, 1986 Theatres: 941 cinemas across the United States “Under the Cherry Moon” Wide Release	Prince’s second feature film Under the Cherry Moon opened nationwide in the US on July 2, 1986, in 941 theatres. The romantic comedy-drama, directed by and starring Prince, followed the success of his 1984 film Purple Rain.

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The film features Prince as Christopher Tracy, a gigolo in the South of France, alongside Jerome Benton, Steven Berkoff, and others. It is accompanied by the critically acclaimed soundtrack album Parade by Prince & The Revolution. The wide release came shortly after special promotional events, including the surprise premiere in Sheridan, Wyoming.	This marked a major cinematic rollout for Prince as he continued expanding his multimedia presence in the mid-1980s. The film received mixed reviews but has since gained a cult following for its visual style, fashion, and soundtrack.

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