The First Purge
"Witness the birth of an American tradition."
Originally released in 2018. The First Purge is a action/horror film. directed by Gerard McMurray.
Starring Y'lan Noel, Lex Scott Davis, and Joivan Wade
Synopsis
To push the crime rate below one percent for the rest of the year, the New Founding Fathers of America test a sociological theory that vents aggression for one night in one isolated community. But when the violence of oppressors meets the rage of the others, the contagion will explode from the trial-city borders and spread across the nation.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 4, 2018
7 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (4,151 votes)
Budget
$13M
Production budget
Box Office
$137.1M
10.5x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $13,000,000
- Revenue
- $137,056,262
Production Companies
- Platinum Dunes
- Blumhouse Productions
- Universal Pictures
- Man in a Tree Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The First Purge about?
To push the crime rate below one percent for the rest of the year, the New Founding Fathers of America test a sociological theory that vents aggression for one night in one isolated community. But ...
Who directed The First Purge?
The First Purge was directed by Gerard McMurray.
How long is The First Purge?
The First Purge has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was The First Purge released?
The First Purge was released on July 4, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The First Purge?
The main cast of The First Purge includes Y'lan Noel, Lex Scott Davis, Joivan Wade, Steve Harris, Mugga.
Is The First Purge worth watching?
The First Purge has a user rating of 6.0/10 based on 4,151 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.