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The First(TV show/series, 2018)

46min per episode | Genres: Drama, Science-Fiction & Fantasy

Scripted Reality in 1 season with 8 episodes

The FirstRating: 3.1/5 (with 38 votes)
The First is an American-British science fiction drama television series, about a team of astronauts who prepare to become the first humans to visit Mars. It was created by Beau Willimon and stars an ensemble cast including Sean Penn, Natascha McElhone, LisaGay Hamilton, Hannah Ware, Keiko Agena, Rey Lucas, James Ransone, Anna Jacoby-Heron, Brian Lee Franklin, Oded Fehr, Norbert Leo Butz, Annie Parisse, Melissa George, Jeannie Berlin, and Bill Camp. The series, a co-production between American streaming service Hulu and British television network Channel 4, debuted on September 14, 2018, in the United States and on November 1, 2018 in the ... ()
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About The First

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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THE FIRST Official Trailer (2018) Sean Penn, TV Series HD(Trailer, 1:49)

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The First Seasons and Episodes

09/14/2018Season 1 - 8 episodes
#1 | 09/14/2018Separation
3.8/5 (with 8 votes)
On launch day, Vista CEO Laz Ingram and the Providence crew count down to the first manned mission to Mars. Former mission commander Tom Hagerty watches from home. After an intense day he is confronted by an unexpected visitor.
#2 | 09/14/2018What’s Needed
3.4/5 (with 6 votes)
With the mission in danger of being shut down, the Vista team travels to Washington to testify before Congress. Meanwhile, the Castillo family pursues their lawsuit against Vista. Tom and his daughter Denise work to repair their relationship.
#3 | 09/14/2018Cycles
3.5/5 (with 4 votes)
Kayla and Tom find themselves at odds when faced with a difficult decision. A problem arises with the Mars Ascent Vehicle (MAV) that may jeopardize the crew’s safety. Aiko hosts a dinner party to celebrate Sadie and Ollie’s wedding anniversary.
#4 | 09/14/2018Where Life Is
3.8/5 (with 4 votes)
Sadie and Ollie’s marriage is tested. Laz works with the engineers as pressure builds to find a solution to the MAV malfunction. Tom and Ellen grow closer.
#5 | 09/14/2018Two Portraits
3.6/5 (with 4 votes)
Denise confronts her turbulent upbringing as she paints a portrait of her late mother, revisiting a lifetime of joy and trauma.
#6 | 09/14/2018Collisions
3.6/5 (with 4 votes)
Laz attempts to sway an influential reporter who is critical of the Mars program. Aiko and Eitan test a solution to the MAV problem. An incident with Denise forces Tom to reconsider his priorities.
#7 | 09/14/2018The Choice
3.8/5 (with 4 votes)
Tom and the Providence crew must make a choice with potentially life-threatening consequences. Matteo wrestles with his past. Tom and Denise must deal with unfinished business.
#8 | 09/14/2018Near and Far
3.8/5 (with 4 votes)
The members of Providence 2 gear up for their mission on launch day. Laz and Denise must prepare for a new chapter in their lives.

Additional Information

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Production country: United States of America (USA)
Original language: English (EN)
Spoken languages: German (DE), English (EN)
Translated into 18 languages: Bulgarian (BG), Bosnian (BS), Czech (CS), German (DE), Greek (EL), English (EN), Spanish (ES), French (FR), Hebrew (HE), Hungarian (HU), Italian (IT), Japanese (JA), Korean (KO), Polish (PL), Portuguese (PT), Russian (RU), Swedish (SV), Chinese (Mandarin) (ZH)
Status: Canceled
First episode released on: 09/14/2018
Alternative titles in other countries (from previews, ads etc.):
"火星先驱"
"The Firstu"
"Первые на Марсе"

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WatchPlayStream ID: SHOWS:830, Added: 05/10/2018, Last updated: 02/29/2024