The Purge (2018)
A mysterious savior connects strangers in a relentless, gritty fight for survival during a night of lawlessness.
Set in a dystopian America ruled by a totalitarian political party, the series follows several seemingly unrelated characters living in a small city. Tying them all together is a mysterious savior who’s impeccably equipped for everything the night throws at them. As the clock winds down with their fates hanging in the balance, each character is forced to reckon with their pasts as they discover how far they will go to survive the night.
How intense is The Purge?
The Purge is properly scary, with graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated TV-MA.
What The Purge feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulgrittytensebleak
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Purge
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is The Purge for you?
Is The Purge scary?
Yes, properly. The Purge is scare level 2 of 3, the real thing without being an endurance test.
Is The Purge gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is The Purge sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Purge OK for kids?
It is rated TV-MA, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 2, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is The Purge?
Episodes run about 43m.
Where can I stream The Purge?
The Purge is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Purge have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves things open rather than tying them up.
Cast and crew
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