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Purple Hearts

Purple Hearts is a 2022 American romantic drama film directed by Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum and released on Netflix.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Purple Hearts is a 2022 American romantic drama film directed by Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum and released on Netflix. It stars Sofia Carson and Nicholas Galitzine and is based on the novel of the same name by Tess Wakefield. The story follows a musician and a Marine who enter a marriage of convenience that becomes emotionally complicated.

Plot

Purple Hearts follows Cassie, a struggling singer-songwriter with diabetes, and Luke, a U.S. Marine with financial problems, who marry for convenience to access military benefits. Their arrangement becomes more complicated after a tragedy and as their relationship deepens.

Cast

The two lead roles are played by Sofia Carson and Nicholas Galitzine. The film’s central dynamic is built around their characters Cassie and Luke.

Production and release

The film was directed by Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum and distributed by Netflix. It premiered on the service on July 29, 2022.

Adaptation

The film is adapted from Tess Wakefield's novel Purple Hearts. The source material provides the basic romance premise of the story.

Key facts

  • The film was created for Netflix and released on July 29, 2022.
  • It is based on Tess Wakefield's novel Purple Hearts.
  • Sofia Carson plays Cassie and Nicholas Galitzine plays Luke.
  • The plot centers on a marriage of convenience for practical benefits.
  • The relationship develops into a real romance over the course of the film.
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Canadian context

The film was distributed by Netflix, so it has been widely accessible to Canadian viewers through the platform's Canadian service.

Frequently asked questions

What is Purple Hearts about?
It is about a singer-songwriter and a Marine who enter a marriage of convenience for practical reasons, then develop real feelings for each other.
Who stars in Purple Hearts?
The film stars Sofia Carson and Nicholas Galitzine in the lead roles.
When was Purple Hearts released?
Purple Hearts was released on Netflix on July 29, 2022.
Is Purple Hearts based on a book?
Yes. It is based on the novel Purple Hearts by Tess Wakefield.
What is the plot of Purple Hearts?
Cassie and Luke marry to gain access to military benefits, but their fake relationship becomes more serious after personal and emotional challenges.
Where can I watch Purple Hearts?
Purple Hearts is available on Netflix.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Purple_Hearts_(2022_film)
    Supports: Director, cast, basis in Tess Wakefield's novel, release date, and general premise.
  2. Netflix Tudum — https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/what-is-purple-hearts-meaning
    Supports: Plot premise, lead characters, and Netflix release context.
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/purple_hearts_2022
    Supports: Synopsis and release date on Netflix.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4614584/
    Supports: Cast and plot synopsis.