The First Error Step (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1980, The First Error Step is a drama and crime film directed by Tsai Yang-Ming, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Growing up without parents, Ma Sha has always worked as a lookout in a red-light district. When he is imprisoned for manslaughter following a customer's death, he breaks out of jail but is soon caught again and sent to a correctional institution on Orchid Island. Guided by his former elementary classmate, who is now a penal officer, Ma finally repents his wild past, writing down his stories and eventually publishing them.
Who’s in it. The First Error Step stars Ma Sha as Ma Sha, Hsiu-shen Liang, Yang Hui-shan as Su Chu and Wang Mo-chou, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The First Error Step has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The First Error Step page.
If you liked it. Fans of The First Error Step tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The First Error Step (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The First Error Step change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The First Error Step worth watching?
- The First Error Step holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The First Error Step?
- The First Error Step stars Ma Sha, Hsiu-shen Liang, Yang Hui-shan, Wang Mo-chou and Hsiao-fei Li.
- When was The First Error Step released?
- The First Error Step was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.