
The First Purge(2018)
“Witness the birth of an American tradition.”
Overview
To push the crime rate below one percent for the rest of the year, the New Founding Fathers of America test a sociological theory that vents aggression for one night in one isolated community. But when the violence of oppressors meets the rage of the others, the contagion will explode from the trial-city borders and spread across the nation.
Director
Gerard McMurray
Studio
Platinum Dunes
Budget
$13M
Revenue
$137M
Cast

Y'lan Noel
as Dmitri Cimber

Lex Scott Davis
as Nya Charms

Joivan Wade
as Isaiah Charms

Steve Harris
as Freddy

Mugga
as Dolores

Patch Darragh
as Arlo Sabian / Chief of Staff

Marisa Tomei
as Dr. May Updale / Architect

Luna Lauren Vélez
as Luisa

Kristen Solis
as Selina

Rotimi Paul
as Skeletor

Mo McRae
as 7 & 7

Jermel Howard
as Lorenzo
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2018
Runtime
1h 37m
Language
English
Rating
6 / 10
Budget
$13M
Box Office
$137M
Production Companies
Platinum Dunes • Blumhouse Productions • Universal Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The First Purge?▼
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What is The First Purge about?▼
To push the crime rate below one percent for the rest of the year, the New Founding Fathers of America test a sociological theory that vents aggression for one night in one isolated community. But when the violence of oppressors meets the rage of the others, the contagion will explode from the trial-city borders and spread across the nation.
Who directed The First Purge?▼
The First Purge was directed by Gerard McMurray and released in 2018. It is a action, horror, thriller film.
How long is The First Purge?▼
The First Purge has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
Who stars in The First Purge?▼
The cast of The First Purge includes Y'lan Noel as Dmitri Cimber, Lex Scott Davis as Nya Charms, Joivan Wade as Isaiah Charms, Steve Harris as Freddy, Mugga as Dolores and more.
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