The Purge (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2013, The Purge is a thriller, horror and science fiction film directed by James DeMonaco, running about 86 minutes. “One night a year, all crime is legal.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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 themselves from a home invasion.
Who’s in it. The Purge stars Ethan Hawke as James Sandin, Lena Headey as Mary Sandin, Max Burkholder as Charlie Sandin and Adelaide Kane as Zoey Sandin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Purge has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $89.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Purge page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Purge tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Purge (2013)?
- In US, The Purge is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Purge worth watching?
- The Purge holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Purge?
- The Purge stars Ethan Hawke, Lena Headey, Max Burkholder, Adelaide Kane and Edwin Hodge.