Los Angeles, July 15 -- Filmmaker James DeMonaco, best known for creating 'The Purge' franchise, is set to direct Miramax's upcoming thriller 'Vigilant', according to Deadline.

According to the makers, 'Vigilant' is set in a world where a pilot programme turns crime fighting into a cash-based game, rewarding ordinary citizens for capturing wanted criminals. As the nation prepares to vote on expanding the programme nationwide, the distinction between hero and hunter begins to blur, pushing the country toward sanctioned chaos.

The film is said to share a similar spirit with the 'The Purge' franchise.

'Vigilant' is being produced by Sebastien K. Lemercier from an original screenplay by Tyler Stevens and Wade Stanton. DeMonaco has also rew...