The Purge
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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Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video and Peacock Premium.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
Trailers and promos
Official Trailer
The Purge - EST Trailer
Knock Knock - Extended Preview
Ethan Hawke Fights Purgers
"Let Us Purge" Clip
"We Don't Feel The Need" Clip
"Going to Fight" Clip
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Frequently asked questions about The Purge
Where can I watch The Purge in the United States?
The Purge is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Peacock Premium in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Purge on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. The Purge is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside Peacock Premium.
Can I watch The Purge for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Purge needs a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Peacock Premium, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Purge?
The Purge scores 6.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Purge?
The Purge stars Ethan Hawke, Lena Headey, Max Burkholder, Adelaide Kane, and Edwin Hodge. James DeMonaco is the director.
How long is The Purge?
The Purge runs 1h 25m (85 minutes).
When did The Purge come out?
The Purge was released on May 31, 2013.
Which studio made The Purge?
The Purge was produced by Universal Pictures, Why Not Productions, and Platinum Dunes in France and the United States.
What was the budget for The Purge?
The Purge was made on a budget of $3,000,000.
How much did The Purge make at the box office?
The Purge grossed $91,266,581 worldwide, against a budget of $3,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.