The Purge: Election Year

Synopsis

In The Purge: Election Year, released in 2016, the third installment of the dystopian horror series takes viewers into a United States where all crime, including murder, is legal for 12 hours once a year. As Senator Charlie Roan runs for President with a campaign promise to end the Purge, she becomes a prime target on Purge night. Alongside her head of security, Leo Barnes, they must navigate the treacherous streets of Washington, D.C., evading danger and facing moral dilemmas. The Purge: Election Year delves into themes of politics, corruption, and survival in a chilling alternate reality.

Cast

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  Elizabeth Mitchell

  Senator Charlie Roan

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  Frank Grillo

  Leo Barnes

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  Mykelti Williamson

  Joe Dixon

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  Betty Gabriel

  Laney Rucker

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  J. J. Soria

  Marcos

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  Raymond J. Barry

  Leader Caleb Warrens

Reviews

The Purge: Election Year, with Elizabeth Mitchell, received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film's intense action sequences and timely political commentary, others criticized its predictability and lack of depth. Rotten Tomatoes gave the movie a 55% rating, with the consensus stating 'The Purge: Election Year may satisfy fans of the franchise, but it lacks the originality and bite of the earlier installments.' IMDb users rated it 6.0/10, highlighting the performances of the cast and the suspenseful plot twists. Metacritic awarded the movie a score of 55/100, indicating a mixed reception from critics.