"The Purge: Election Year" is a 2016 horror-thriller film directed by James DeMonaco. It is the third installment in the Purge franchise, set in a dystopian future where the government allows an annual event called the Purge, during which all crime is legal for 12 hours. The story follows Senator Charlie Roan, who is running for president and seeks to end the Purge, as she becomes a target during the event. As the Purge night approaches, Senator Roan and her security team, led by Leo Barnes, must navigate the chaos and violence that ensues. The film explores themes of class struggle, government control, and morality, while showcasing the dangers of a society that permits lawlessness.