The First
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Where to watch The First in United States
Hulu
Apple TV StoreClick a service to open The First there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is The First streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Hulu | Apple TV Store |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | Magenta TV+ | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | — | Canal VOD |
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
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
In United States, you can stream The First on Hulu, or rent and buy it on Apple TV Store. Click any service above to open it directly.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of The First
Sean Penn
Tom Haggerty
Natascha McElhone
Laz Ingram
Oded Fehr
Eitan Hafri
Anna Jacoby-Heron
Denise Hagerty
Hannah Ware
Sadie Hewitt
LisaGay Hamilton
Kayla Price
Keiko Agena
Aiko Hakari
James Ransone
Nick Fletcher
Rey Lucas
Matteo Vega
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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