First Love (2020): cast, story & where to watch

2020 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 2020, First Love is a drama, crime, mystery and tv movie film directed by Yui Miyatake, running about 120 minutes. “To be honest, I'm a liar.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A university student kills her father with no apparent motive. But is her claim that she is a liar simply another lie? A psychologist burdened with her own scars seeks to uncover the truth. There, she discovers a fabricated past and the screams of a soul violated by those she loved. Based on the novel by Shimamoto Rio.

Who’s in it. First Love stars Yoko Maki as Yuki Makabe, Moka Kamishiraishi as Kanna Hijiriyama, Hitomi Kuroki as Akina Hijiriyama and Hisashi Yoshizawa as Gamon Makane, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, First Love 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 First Love page.

If you liked it. Fans of First Love tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch First Love (2020)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for First Love change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is First Love worth watching?
First Love holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime, mystery and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in First Love?
First Love stars Yoko Maki, Moka Kamishiraishi, Hitomi Kuroki, Hisashi Yoshizawa and Yuta Hiraoka.
When was First Love released?
First Love was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.