The Purge
"One night a year, all crime is legal."
Originally released in 2013. The Purge is a science fiction/horror film. directed by James DeMonaco. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ethan Hawke, Lena Headey, and Max Burkholder
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 31, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (8,699 votes)
Budget
$3M
Production budget
Box Office
$91.3M
30.4x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
France
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $3,000,000
- Revenue
- $91,266,581
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
- Why Not Productions
- Platinum Dunes
- Blumhouse Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Purge about?
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...
Who directed The Purge?
The Purge was directed by James DeMonaco.
How long is The Purge?
The Purge has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was The Purge released?
The Purge was released on May 31, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Purge?
The main cast of The Purge includes Ethan Hawke, Lena Headey, Max Burkholder, Adelaide Kane, Edwin Hodge.
Is The Purge worth watching?
The Purge has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 8,699 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.