The First Seven Years (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 5.1

Released in 1930, The First Seven Years is a comedy film directed by Robert F. McGowan, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Jackie gets in a duel over the affections of Mary Ann.
Who’s in it. The First Seven Years stars Norman Chaney as Chubby, Jackie Cooper as Jackie, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins as Farina and Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins as Wheezer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The First Seven Years has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The First Seven Years page.
If you liked it. Fans of The First Seven Years tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The First Seven Years (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The First Seven Years change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The First Seven Years worth watching?
- The First Seven Years holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The First Seven Years?
- The First Seven Years stars Norman Chaney, Jackie Cooper, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins, Bobby 'Wheezer' Hutchins and Mary Ann Jackson.
- When was The First Seven Years released?
- The First Seven Years was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.
