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The Purge
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The Purge

Tue, Sep 4, 2018
  • Mystery
  • Crime
  • Drama
Series · Synopsis

Synopsis

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.

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Cast

Top of the call sheet

  • Paola Nuñez
    Paola Nuñez
    as Esme Carmona
  • Max Martini
    Max Martini
    as Ryan Grant
  • Derek Luke
    Derek Luke
    as Marcus Moore
  • J
    Joel Allen
    as Ben
  • Lindsey Pearlman
    Lindsey Pearlman
    as Linda
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Episodes

2 seasons · 20 episodes

Ended · 20 aired
Season 1
10 episodes · 10 aired
▾
  • E1
    What Is America?
    Aired · Wed, Sep 5, 2018 · 60m

    As Purge Commencement looms, several characters find themselves unexpectedly venturing into the chaos of the night.

  • E2
    Take What's Yours
    Aired · Wed, Sep 12, 2018 · 60m

    Jane considers the morality of the Purge. Miguel searches for Pete the Cop.

  • E3
    The Urge to Purge
    Aired · Wed, Sep 19, 2018 · 60m

    Penelope prepares for her sacrifice. Rick and Jenna weigh the cost of closing their business deal.

  • E4
    Release the Beast
    Aired · Wed, Sep 26, 2018 · 60m

    Jane must leave the office. Lila consoles Jenna. Penelope is thrust into the Carnival of Flesh.

  • E5
    Rise Up
    Aired · Wed, Oct 3, 2018 · 60m

    Catalina warns Jenna. Henry torments Penelope. Jane goes on a ride along with the Matron Saints.

  • E6
    The Forgotten
    Aired · Wed, Oct 10, 2018 · 60m

    Joe remembers the past. Miguel confronts Henry. Jane learns a dark truth about David Ryker.

  • E7
    Lovely Dark and Deep
    Aired · Wed, Oct 17, 2018 · 60m

    Miguel and Penelope hike the forest. Jane must endure David's party. Rick doubts Lila's intentions.

  • E8
    The Giving Time is Here
    Aired · Wed, Oct 24, 2018 · 60m

    Lila grapples with rejection. Miguel and Penelope seek the safety of the Cantina.

  • E9
    I Will Participate
    Aired · Wed, Oct 31, 2018 · 60m

    Joe debates the Purge with Jane. Miguel teams up with Pete to rescue Penelope.

  • E10
    A Nation Reborn
    Aired · Wed, Nov 7, 2018 · 60m

    Penelope takes charge. Miguel and Pete grapple with an unexpected enemy.

Season 2
10 episodes · 10 aired
▾
  • E1
    This Is Not a Test
    Aired · Wed, Oct 16, 2019 · 60m

    Four interconnected characters navigate the aftermath of the Purge over the ensuing year.

  • E2
    Everything is Fine
    Aired · Wed, Oct 23, 2019 · 60m

    The city cleans up last night's Purge, but Ryan, Marcus, Esme and Ben can't shake its effects.

  • E3
    Blindspots
    Aired · Wed, Oct 30, 2019 · 60m

    The residual effects of Purge Night infect the lives of Ryan, Marcus, and Esme.

  • E4
    Grief Box
    Aired · Wed, Nov 6, 2019 · 60m

    Marcus confronts his past. Esme learns the truth. Ryan changes his plan. Ben seeks understanding.

  • E5
    House of Mirrors
    Aired · Wed, Nov 13, 2019 · 60m

    In the world of The Purge, Ryan, Marcus, Esme, and Ben learn that some lines can't be un-crossed.

  • E6
    Happy Holidays
    Aired · Wed, Nov 20, 2019 · 60m

    Marcus sinks into darkness; Esme is on the run; Ben returns home; Ryan gets an unexpected visitor.

  • E7
    Should I Stay or Should I Go
    Aired · Wed, Nov 27, 2019 · 60m

    Marcus' family makes a tough decision; Esme and Ryan risk it all; Ben destroys someone he loves.

  • E8
    Before the Sirens
    Aired · Wed, Dec 4, 2019 · 60m

    Purge Night looms; Ryan and Esme put a plan into motion; Marcus readies for a showdown; Ben spirals.

  • E9
    Hail Mary
    Aired · Wed, Dec 11, 2019 · 60m

    As Purge Night rages on, Esme, Ryan, Marcus and Ben fight for their lives.

  • E10
    7:01am
    Aired · Wed, Dec 18, 2019 · 60m

    As Purge Night rages on, Esme, Ryan, Marcus and Ben fight for their lives and their loved ones.