The First Purge

The film opens with Skeletor, an unstable junkie, expressing his dark desires and ambitions to another man. He reveals his intense urges to purge his frustrations against society, signaling the chaotic tone of the film.

Set in a declining mid-21st Century America, the New Founding Fathers of America announce a controversial experiment. They will allow residents of Staten Island to engage in a twelve-hour Purge where societal rules are lifted, offering $5,000 incentives for those who stay indoors.

Dmitri, a ruthless drug lord, instructs his dealers on how to escape Staten Island on Purge Night. Among them, one dealer, Capital A, opts to stay behind and participate in the Purge, foreshadowing the chaos to come.

Nya, in a determined stand against the Purge, confronts Dmitri about her brother Isaiah's involvement in the drug trade. This confrontation reveals Dmitri's ignorance of Isaiah's actions, leading to rising tensions.

Isaiah experiences a terrifying encounter with Skeletor, who threatens his sister Nya. Following the confrontation, Isaiah is injured and seeks refuge with Nya, setting the stage for their evolving struggle.

The night of the Purge descends upon Staten Island, prompting many civilians to evacuate via ferries. Nya, along with her friends, decides to take shelter in a church, unaware that Isaiah is staying to confront his fears.

As the Purge officially begins, Skeletor strikes first by violently attacking a man in an ATM robbery. This brutal act quickly captures public attention and is broadcast widely across social media, signaling the chaos about to unfold.

Skeletor escalates his violence as he attacks parties celebrating the Purge, slaughtering revelers in a frenzy. Isaiah, hidden and desperate, must find a way to survive as he attempts to evade Skeletor's wrath.

Dmitri faces an unexpected threat when deceptive hookers sent by Capital A turn against him. In a moment of bravery, Isaiah intervenes to protect Nya, highlighting the intertwining fates of the characters as violence escalates.

Nya, Isaiah, and their friends encounter a shocking scene when they return to the church. There, they are confronted by bloodied Purgers, illustrating the overwhelming horror and violence that has engulfed Staten Island.

Inside the NFFA headquarters, Dr. Updale discovers gruesome footage revealing a premeditated massacre of civilians. As the truth about the orchestrated violence surfaces, tensions rise, and Dr. Updale's life hangs in the balance.

Amid rising threats, Dmitri organizes a defense plan for Nya and the others as violent encounters heighten. He prepares to confront mercenaries intent on causing destruction in their building, showcasing his determination to protect them.

The survivors engage in a climactic battle against Skeletor and mercenaries. After a chaotic fight where casualties are sustained, they manage to survive as the sirens signal the end of the Purge, marking a moment of grim victory.

As the dust settles, Dmitri, though injured, is celebrated as a hero while Isaiah grapples with their uncertain future. The NFFA's announcement of a new nationwide Purge sets an ominous tone, leaving hope hanging by a thread.