The Purge (2013)
Movie 1h 26m ★ 6.3/10
Good for tonight if you want to: keep me on the edge, scare me, blow my mind
Dating from 2013, The Purge sits in the horror, science fiction and thriller corner of our catalogue. It is directed by James DeMonaco. The cast includes Ethan Hawke, Lena Headey and Edwin Hodge. The running time is 1h 26m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.3 out of 10.
67Tonight Score Short enough for a weeknight.
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.
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Cast & crew
- James DeMonacoDirector
- Ethan Hawkeas James Sandin
- Lena Headeyas Mary Sandin
- Edwin Hodgeas Bloody Stranger
- Chris Mulkeyas Mr. Halverson
- Max Burkholderas Charlie Sandin
- Adelaide Kaneas Zoey Sandin
- Rhys Wakefieldas Polite Leader
- Tony Olleras Henry
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Questions about The Purge
- What genre is The Purge?
- The Purge is categorised as Horror, Science Fiction, Thriller.
- Who stars in The Purge?
- Ethan Hawke, Lena Headey, Edwin Hodge, Chris Mulkey, Max Burkholder appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Purge?
- James DeMonaco directed The Purge.
- How long is The Purge?
- The Purge runs for 1h 26m (86 minutes).
- Is The Purge worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.3/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Purge?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
