The Purge: Anarchy (2014)
One night per year, the government sanctions a 12-hour period in which citizens can commit any crime they wish -- including murder -- without fear of punishment or imprisonment. Leo, a sergeant who lost his son, plans a vigilante mission of revenge during the mayhem. However, instead of a death-dealing avenger, he becomes the unexpected protector of four innocent strangers who desperately need his help if they are to survive the night.
Details
Budget
$9,000,000
Rating
7/10 (6456 votes)
Status
Released
Production Companies
Why Not Productions, Platinum Dunes, Blumhouse Productions, 5150 Action
About The Purge: Anarchy
The 2014 film "The Purge: Anarchy" expands the scope of its predecessor by taking the concept of the annual Purge out of a contained home invasion setting and onto the streets of a dystopian Los Angeles. This horror thriller explores a 12-hour period where all crime, including murder, is legal. The narrative follows a sergeant, Leo, who intends to use the Purge for a personal revenge mission but finds himself protecting a group of strangers from the night's violence.
The film delves into themes of survival horror, revenge, and the societal implications of such a violent event. With keywords like "dystopia," "masked man," "death," and "cautionary," it suggests a focus on the brutal consequences and the broader breakdown of order during the Purge. The story centers on characters navigating a city overrun by psychopaths and rampaging groups, using assault rifles, machetes, and even a gatling gun.
"The Purge: Anarchy" received a 7 out of 10 average vote from over 6,000 users on TMDB, and a 58% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The critical response on Metacritic was 50 out of 100, indicating a mixed reception. The film leans into continuous action and suspense as its characters try to outlast the sanctioned mayhem.
Why you might be searching for The Purge: Anarchy
People often search for "The Purge: Anarchy" due to its expansion of the original film's premise, specifically the shift from a home invasion to a city-wide survival narrative. The film's depiction of a chaotic, lawless night and its memorable masked figures are also distinguishing details that draw viewer interest.
What reviewers are saying
One reviewer noted that this sequel fulfilled the potential of the initial concept, which the first film did not fully explore.
Read the full reviewA user commented on the sequel's focus on how the poor cope with the Purge, though they felt the acting and jump scares were not strong.
Read the full reviewAnother review criticized the film as a disorganized production that prioritized violence over emotional depth or a clear narrative, despite attempting to broaden the story's scope.
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You can stream *The Purge: Anarchy* on Amazon Prime Video, with or without ads, or for free with ads on YouTube Free. It's also available to rent or purchase on Amazon Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. If you prefer physical media, you can buy the DVD or Blu-ray from retailers like Amazon and Barnes & Noble. [justwatch.com](https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/the-purge-anarchy)
*The Purge: Anarchy* is not based on a true story. It is a fictional action-horror film set in a dystopian near-future United States. [wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Purge:_Anarchy)
At the end of *The Purge: Anarchy*, Leo confronts Warren Grass, the drunk driver who killed his son. Despite earlier pleas from Eva and Cali, Leo enters Warren's house. However, instead of killing Warren, Leo forgives and spares him. As Leo leaves, he is shot by Big Daddy, the leader of an NFFA death squad, who reveals the government secretly dispatches these squads to increase the death toll of the Purge. Warren then kills Big Daddy, saving Leo. Sirens signal the end of the Purge, making Big Daddy's death legal, and Warren takes Leo, Eva, and Cali to the hospital. [wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Purge:_Anarchy)
*The Purge: Anarchy* has received mixed reviews, with a 58% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics found it an improvement over its predecessor, offering more visceral thrills and expanding the premise beyond a home invasion to a street-level action film. It explores themes of human nature, revenge, and class, though some critics felt these provocative ideas could have been developed further. [hollywoodreporter.com](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-reviews/purge-anarchy-film-review-718619/)