The First Purge
“Witness the birth of an American tradition.”
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.
Where to watch The First Purge in United States
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Where is The First Purge streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | JioHotstar | Zee5, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Joyn | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies |
| Brazil | Globoplay | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About The First Purge
The First Purge is a 2018 English-language action, horror and thriller film directed by Gerard McMurray. The cast is led by Y'lan Noel, Lex Scott Davis, Joivan Wade. It has a runtime of 1h 37m. Viewers rate it 6.0/10 across 4200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The First Purge was produced by Platinum Dunes, Blumhouse Productions, and Universal Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on July 4, 2018, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $13 million, it went on to gross $137 million worldwide.
- Director
- Gerard McMurray
- Writers
- James DeMonaco
- Release date
- July 4, 2018
- OTT release
- September 18, 2018
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $13 million
- Box office
- $137 million
- Production
- Platinum Dunes, Blumhouse Productions, Universal Pictures
The First Purge cast & crew
The First Purge was directed by Gerard McMurray and written by James DeMonaco.
The cast features 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 Patch Darragh as Arlo Sabian / Chief of Staff.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Anastas N. Michos and it was produced by James DeMonaco and Steven R. Molen.
Is The First Purge worth watching?
The First Purge holds an audience score of 6.0/10 from 4,244 ratings, a solidly received action films.
At 1h 37m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy action, horror, and thriller, The First Purge is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The First Purge
The First Purge isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
It first became available to stream digitally on September 18, 2018.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of The First Purge
Y'lan Noel
Dmitri Cimber
Lex Scott Davis
Nya Charms
Joivan Wade
Isaiah Charms
Steve Harris
Freddy
Mugga
Dolores
Patch Darragh
Arlo Sabian / Chief of Staff
Marisa Tomei
Dr. May Updale / Architect
Luna Lauren Vélez
Luisa
Kristen Solis
Selina
Rotimi Paul
Skeletor
Mo McRae
7 & 7
Jermel Howard
Lorenzo
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The First Purge — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The First Purge in United States?
The First Purge is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is The First Purge in?
The First Purge is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The First Purge?
The First Purge runs 1 hours 37 minutes (97 minutes).
▸What is The First Purge rated?
The First Purge is rated R. It holds a 6.0/10 audience score from 4,244 ratings.
▸When did The First Purge release on OTT?
The First Purge became available digitally on September 18, 2018.
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