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The Best Episodes of The Purge

Every episode of The Purge ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Purge!

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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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Purge Season 2 Episode 8 - Before the Sirens
    7.7/10(566 votes)

    #1 - Before the Sirens

    S2:E8

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

    Director:Patrick Lussier
    Writers:James Roland, Lindsey Villarreal

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  2. The Purge Season 2 Episode 1 - This Is Not a Test
    7.6/10(794 votes)

    #2 - This Is Not a Test

    S2:E1

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

    Director:Tim Andrew
    Writer:Krystal Houghton Ziv

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  3. The Purge Season 2 Episode 9 - Hail Mary
    7.6/10(499 votes)

    #3 - Hail Mary

    S2:E9

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

    Director:Gigi Saul Guerrero
    Writers:Nina Fiore, John Herrera

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  4. The Purge Season 2 Episode 10 - 7:01am
    7.6/10(548 votes)

    #4 - 7:01am

    S2:E10

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

    Director:Tim Andrew
    Writers:Krystal Houghton Ziv, Nick Zigler

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  5. The Purge Season 2 Episode 5 - House of Mirrors
    7.5/10(602 votes)

    #5 - House of Mirrors

    S2:E5

    Ryan, Marcus, Esme and Ben learn that some lines can't be uncrossed.

    Director:Christoph Schrewe
    Writer:Lindsey Villarreal

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  6. The Purge Season 2 Episode 6 - Happy Holidays
    7.4/10(580 votes)

    #6 - Happy Holidays

    S2:E6

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

    Director:Jen McGowan
    Writers:Nina Fiore, John Herrera

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  7. The Purge Season 2 Episode 7 - Should I Stay or Should I Go
    7.3/10(562 votes)

    #7 - Should I Stay or Should I Go

    S2:E7

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

    Director:Darren Grant
    Writer:Nick Zigler

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  8. The Purge Season 2 Episode 2 - Everything Is Fine
    7.2/10(636 votes)

    #8 - Everything Is Fine

    S2:E2

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

    Director:Jessica Lowrey
    Writer:James Roland

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  9. The Purge Season 2 Episode 3 - Blindspots
    7.2/10(615 votes)

    #9 - Blindspots

    S2:E3

    The residual effects of the purge affect the lives of Ryan, Marcus, and Esme.

    Director:Tara Nicole Weyr
    Writer:Jeremy Robbins

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  10. The Purge Season 2 Episode 4 - Grief Box
    7.2/10(596 votes)

    #10 - Grief Box

    S2:E4

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

    Director:Jaime Reynoso
    Writer:Desta Tedros Reff

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  11. The Purge Season 1 Episode 9 - I Will Participate
    7.1/10(843 votes)

    #11 - I Will Participate

    S1:E9

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

    Director:Ernest R. Dickerson
    Writer:Nick Snyder

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  12. The Purge Season 1 Episode 8 - The Giving Time Is Here
    6.9/10(859 votes)

    #12 - The Giving Time Is Here

    S1:E8

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

    Director:Michael Nankin
    Writer:Thomas Kelly

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  13. The Purge Season 1 Episode 10 - A Nation Reborn
    6.9/10(843 votes)

    #13 - A Nation Reborn

    S1:E10

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

    Director:Ernest R. Dickerson
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Purge Season 1 Episode 1 - What Is America?
    6.8/10(1381 votes)

    #14 - What Is America?

    S1:E1

    Once a year, any and all crime -- including murder -- is legal in America for a period of 12 hours.

    Director:Anthony Hemingway
    Writer:James DeMonaco

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  15. The Purge Season 1 Episode 3 - The Urge to Purge
    6.8/10(1006 votes)

    #15 - The Urge to Purge

    S1:E3

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

    Director:David Von Ancken
    Writer:Mick Betancourt

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  16. The Purge Season 1 Episode 6 - The Forgotten
    6.8/10(884 votes)

    #16 - The Forgotten

    S1:E6

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

    Director:Nina Lopez-Corrado
    Writer:Jeremy Robbins

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  17. The Purge Season 1 Episode 7 - Lovely Dark and Deep
    6.8/10(867 votes)

    #17 - Lovely Dark and Deep

    S1:E7

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

    Director:Tara Nicole Weyr
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Purge Season 1 Episode 5 - Rise Up
    6.7/10(905 votes)

    #18 - Rise Up

    S1:E5

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

    Director:Julius Ramsay
    Writer:Jamie Chan

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  19. The Purge Season 1 Episode 2 - Take What's Yours
    6.6/10(1099 votes)

    #19 - Take What's Yours

    S1:E2

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

    Director:Anthony Hemingway
    Writer:Thomas Kelly

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  20. The Purge Season 1 Episode 4 - Release the Beast
    6.6/10(955 votes)

    #20 - Release the Beast

    S1:E4

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

    Director:Clark Johnson
    Writer:Krystal Houghton Ziv

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Best Episodes Summary

"Before the Sirens" is the best rated episode of "The Purge". It scored 7.7/10 based on 566 votes. Directed by Patrick Lussier and written by James Roland, Lindsey Villarreal, it aired on 12/3/2019. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "This Is Not a Test".