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The First

2018·Series·TV-MA·46 min·5.9(96)
DramaSci-Fi & FantasyMore English titles

Follow the first human mission to Mars, exploring the challenges of taking the first steps toward interplanetary colonization. The story focuses not only on the astronauts, but also on their families and loved ones, as well as the ground team on Earth.

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Where to watch The First in United States

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Where is The First streaming around the world?

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About The First

The First is a 2018 English-language drama and sci-fi & fantasy series created by Beau Willimon. The cast is led by Sean Penn, Natascha McElhone, Oded Fehr. It spans 1 season and 8 episodes. Viewers rate it 5.9/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Hulu.

The First was produced by Endeavor Content, Channel 4 Television, and Westward and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was first aired on September 14, 2018, and carries a TV-MA certification.

Created by
Beau Willimon
First aired
September 14, 2018
Last aired
September 14, 2018
Original language
English
Age rating
TV-MA
Status
Canceled
Seasons
1 (8 episodes)
Network
Hulu
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Production
Endeavor Content, Channel 4 Television, Westward
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The First cast & crew

The First was created by Beau Willimon.

The cast features Sean Penn as Tom Haggerty, Natascha McElhone as Laz Ingram, Oded Fehr as Eitan Hafri, Anna Jacoby-Heron as Denise Hagerty, Hannah Ware as Sadie Hewitt, and LisaGay Hamilton as Kayla Price.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Colin Stetson, cinematography is by Adam Stone, and it was produced by Beau Willimon and Jordan Tappis.

Is The First worth watching?

The First holds an audience score of 5.9/10 from 96 ratings, a more divisive drama series.

With 1 season and 8 episodes, it's a quick, bingeable run.

If you enjoy drama and sci-fi & fantasy, The First is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The First

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Cast of The First

Sean Penn

Sean Penn

Tom Haggerty

Natascha McElhone

Natascha McElhone

Laz Ingram

Oded Fehr

Oded Fehr

Eitan Hafri

Anna Jacoby-Heron

Anna Jacoby-Heron

Denise Hagerty

Hannah Ware

Hannah Ware

Sadie Hewitt

LisaGay Hamilton

LisaGay Hamilton

Kayla Price

Keiko Agena

Keiko Agena

Aiko Hakari

James Ransone

James Ransone

Nick Fletcher

Rey Lucas

Rey Lucas

Matteo Vega

Brian Lee Franklin

Brian Lee Franklin

Lawrence

The First — FAQs

Where can I watch The First in United States?

The First is streaming on Hulu in United States.

Is The First on Hulu?

Yes — The First is currently available on Hulu in United States.

What language is The First in?

The First is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How many seasons of The First are there?

The First has 1 season with 8 episodes in total.

What is The First rated?

The First is rated TV-MA. It holds a 5.9/10 audience score from 96 ratings.

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