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The Purge

The Purge

One night a year, all crime is legal.

Given the country's overcrowded prisons, the U.S. government begins to allow 12-hour periods of time in which all illegal activity is legal. During one of these free-for-alls, a family must protect themselves from a home invasion.

Where to Watch

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Purge
  • Genres: Science Fiction, Horror, Thriller
  • Release Date: 2013-05-31
  • Runtime: 86 minutes
  • Rating: 6.253/10 (8544 votes)
  • Budget: $3,000,000
  • Revenue: $91,266,581
  • Production Companies: Universal Pictures, Why Not Productions, Platinum Dunes, Blumhouse Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 6.2392
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Ethan Hawke

Ethan Hawke

as James Sandin

Lena Headey

Lena Headey

as Mary Sandin

Max Burkholder

Max Burkholder

as Charlie Sandin

Adelaide Kane

Adelaide Kane

as Zoey Sandin

Edwin Hodge

Edwin Hodge

as Bloody Stranger

Rhys Wakefield

Rhys Wakefield

as Polite Leader

Tony Oller

Tony Oller

as Henry

Arija Bareikis

Arija Bareikis

as Mrs. Grace Ferrin

Tom Yi

Tom Yi

as Mr. Cali

Chris Mulkey

Chris Mulkey

as Mr. Halverson

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Knock Knock - Extended Preview

Ethan Hawke Fights Purgers

"Let Us Purge" Clip

"We Don't Feel The Need" Clip

"Going to Fight" Clip

External Links

Keywords

californiadystopiabarricadebloody fighthome invasionsurvival horrorblood lustrich vs poorconstitutional conventionlegalized murdersocial allegorypurgebloodybloody deathbloody deathsfamily's house

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Purge?

The Purge is a Science Fiction, Horror, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 2013-05-31.

Who are the main actors in The Purge?

The main cast includes Ethan Hawke, Lena Headey, Max Burkholder, Adelaide Kane, Edwin Hodge, .

Where can I watch The Purge online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Purge is available.

Is The Purge based on a true story?

One night a year, all crime is legal.

What is the IMDb rating of The Purge?

The Purge has an IMDb rating of 6.253/10 based on 8544 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Purge?

The movie had a production budget of $3,000,000 and earned $91,266,581 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Purge?

The soundtrack was composed by Universal Pictures, Why Not Productions, Platinum Dunes, Blumhouse Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Purge filmed?

The Purge was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Purge?

The total runtime of The Purge is 86 minutes.

Is The Purge suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Purge?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Purge.

Does The Purge have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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