First Man (2017): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2017, First Man is a history and documentary film directed by Frédéric Fougea, running about 93 minutes. “Thirty million years ago a new group of creatures appeared on planet Earth: the great apes. From their ranks arose one family, gifted with exceptional skills: our protagonists.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Man’s early ancestors set off to conquer the world, to explore the unknown, to adapt to every environment. And one day, to conquer fire – a discovery that made them invincible. They built shelters. They transformed their environment. But still this did not slake their thirst for more. They sought to fathom Nature’s mysteries. They invented stories to explain the inexplicable. Now, they are Men. Here, for the very first time in television history, is the saga of our origins, told through the story of one single family - an epic journey upon which the latest scientific discoveries shine an exciting new light.

Who’s in it. First Man stars Nathan Willcocks as Narrator, Jacobus Claassen, Natalie Walsh and Sven Ruygrok, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, First Man sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch First Man page.

If you liked it. Fans of First Man tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.