The Purge
“Surviving the night is just the beginning.”
Series Overview
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.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 20 Episodes
43 min per episode
2018 – 2019
Premiered: Tue, Sep 4, 2018
James DeMonacoLatest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 10: “7:01am”
As Purge Night rages on, Esme, Ryan, Marcus and Ben fight for their lives and their loved ones.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Purge (TV Series) | Official Trailer | on USA NetworkOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-07-22
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James DeMonaco
James DeMonaco
Krystal Houghton Ziv, James DeMonaco, Sébastien K. Lemercier, Brad Fuller, Michael Bay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Purge
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What is The Purge about?
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 many seasons does The Purge have?
The Purge comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Purge?
Key cast members in The Purge include Paola Nuñez, Max Martini, Derek Luke, Joel Allen, Lindsey Pearlman.
Who created or directed The Purge?
The Purge was developed and directed by James DeMonaco.