The Purge: Election Year Timeline ( Real )

announcement
October 1, 2015

Announcement of The Purge: Election Year

Universal Pictures officially announced the production of The Purge: Election Year, the third installment in The Purge film series.

production
April 22, 2016

Start of Filming for The Purge: Election Year

Principal photography began for The Purge: Election Year in Los Angeles, California.

release
July 1, 2016

Release of The Purge: Election Year

The Purge: Election Year was released in theaters in the United States, directed by James DeMonaco.

box_office
August 15, 2016

Box Office Success of The Purge: Election Year

The Purge: Election Year grossed over $118 million worldwide, solidifying the franchise's popularity.

The Purge: Election Year Timeline ( Fictional )

political_event
Year 2023, January 5

Senator Charlie Roan Declares Presidential Candidacy

Senator Charlie Roan announces her bid for the presidency on a platform to abolish the Purge.

event_start
Year 2023, July 21, 7:00 PM

Purge Night Begins

The annual 12-hour Purge night officially starts at 7 PM, allowing all crimes including murder to be legal.

security_event
Year 2023, July 21, 6:30 PM

Charlie Roan's Security Detail Assigned

Leo Barnes, former police sergeant, is assigned as Roan's head of security to protect her during Purge Night.

attack_event
Year 2023, July 21, 7:15 PM

Roan's Convoy Attacked

Roan's convoy is ambushed by Purge loyalists aiming to eliminate her.

safehouse_event
Year 2023, July 21, 9:00 PM

Roan and Leo Seek Shelter at House of Eden

Leo and Senator Roan take refuge at a heavily fortified compound owned by Purge support group 'House of Eden'.

rescue_event
Year 2023, July 21, 10:30 PM

Leo Rescues Roan from House of Eden

Leo fights off the cult members of the House of Eden to save Roan and drives her away from their compound.

infiltration_event
Year 2023, July 22, 2:00 AM

Roan and Leo Confront Purge Corruption

Roan and Leo infiltrate the New Founding Fathers headquarters to expose corruption linked to the Purge.

political_event
Year 2023, July 22, 3:00 AM

Roan Broadcasts Anti-Purge Message

Senator Roan records and broadcasts a message calling for the abolition of the Purge.

event_end
Year 2023, July 22, 7:00 AM

Purge Night Ends

The 12-hour Purge concludes at 7 AM, with Roan surviving and set to continue her campaign against the Purge.