The Purge will continue for another season.
USA has picked up the dystopian thriller for a second season just before the series’ first-season finale.
“USA Network is so proud to be the television home for the iconic franchise The Purge,” Chris McCumber, president, Entertainment Networks for NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment, said in a statement. “The partnership and creative trust of [executive producer] Jason Blum and everyone at Blumhouse Television and Universal Pictures ensured The Purge’s successful transition from film to TV — and along with Universal Cable Productions, we look forward to digging even deeper into the mythology in season two.”
The series is based on the Blumhouse horror film franchise. It centers on a 12-hour period filled with crime in an America ruled by a totalitarian regime.
“James DeMonaco has done it again: The propulsive and compelling story he created for season one of The Purge truly resonated with audiences in a significant way,” said Jason Blum, of Blumhouse Productions. “We are thrilled to embark on season two and can’t wait to bring more of James’ vision to USA and fans of The Purge.”
According to Variety, the series is currently USA’s most-watched drama, averaging 2.3 million total viewers per episode.
