America's third political party, the New Founding Fathers of America, comes to power and conducts a sociological experiment: no laws for 12 hours on Staten Island. No one has to stay on the island, but $5,000 is given to anyone who does.
Given the country's overcrowded prisons, the U.S. government allows for one night a year in which all crime, including murder, is legal for 12 hours. During one of these free-for-alls, a wealthy family is held hostage for harboring the target of a murderous syndicate.
Three groups of people left stranded in the streets on Purge Night, an annual night in which all crime is legal for 12 hours, find themselves working together to try and survive the chaos and violence that occurs.
Once a year, any and all crime -- including murder -- is legal in America for a period of 12 hours.
Jane considers the morality of Purge while Miguel searches for Pete the Cop.
Carson Cruz and Rachel Stamp unveil the latest products as Purge Night approaches.
Penelope prepares for her sacrifice. Rick and Jenna weigh the cost of closing their business deal.
Jane must leave the office while Lila consoles Jenna. Penelope is thrust into the Carnival of Flesh.
Catalina warns Jenna. Henry torments Penelope. Jane goes on a ride along with the Matron Saints.
Joe remembers the past while Miguel confronts Henry. Jane learns a dark truth about David Ryker.
Miguel and Penelope hike the forest. Jane must endure David's party. Rick doubts Lila's intentions.
Lila grapples with rejection. Miguel and Penelope seek the safety of the Cantina.
Joe debates the Purge with Jane. Miguel teams up with Pete to rescue Penelope.
Penelope takes charge. Miguel and Pete grapple with an unexpected enemy.
Four interconnected characters navigate the aftermath of the Purge over the ensuing year.
The city cleans up last night's Purge, but Ryan, Marcus, Esme and Ben can't shake its effects.
The residual effects of Purge Night infect the lives of Ryan, Marcus, and Esme.
Marcus confronts his past. Esme learns the truth. Ryan changes his plan. Ben seeks understanding.
In the world of The Purge, Ryan, Marcus, Esme, and Ben learn that some lines can't be un-crossed.
Marcus sinks into darkness. Esme is on the run. Ben returns home. Ryan gets an unexpected visitor.
Marcus' family makes a tough decision. Esme and Ryan risk it all. Ben destroys someone he loves.
Purge Night looms. Ryan and Esme put a plan in motion. Marcus readies for a showdown. Ben spirals.
People risk it all to settle scores and do what's right on Purge Night. If only they can survive.
As Purge Night rages on, Esme, Ryan, Marcus and Ben fight for their lives and their loved ones.
Former Police Sergeant Leo Barnes becomes head of security for Senator Charlie Roan, a Presidential candidate who vows to eliminate the Purge. On the night of what should be the final Purge, a betrayal from within the government forces Barnes and Roan out onto the street where they must fight to survive the night.
All the rules are broken as a sect of lawless marauders decides that the annual Purge does not stop at daybreak and instead should never end as they chase a group of immigrants they want to punish because of their harsh historical past.
