The First Man (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2011, The First Man is a drama film directed by Gianni Amelio, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on a novel that Albert Camus was working on when he died, we follow Jacques Comery as he travels back to Algeria in 1957, a place full of childhood memories. The country is split between those wanting to remain a part of France, and those demanding independence. Reminiscences of his mother, his stern grandmother and a young Arab boy come flooding back.
Who’s in it. The First Man stars Jacques Gamblin as Jacques Cormery, Maya Sansa as Catherine Cormery (1924), Denis Podalydès as Professor Bernard and Catherine Sola as Catherine Cormery - 1957, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The First Man has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The First Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The First Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The First Man (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The First Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The First Man worth watching?
- The First Man holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The First Man?
- The First Man stars Jacques Gamblin, Maya Sansa, Denis Podalydès, Catherine Sola and Nicolas Giraud.
- When was The First Man released?
- The First Man was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.