The First Lap (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 2017, The First Lap is a drama film directed by Kim Dae-hwan, running about 100 minutes. “The first step of starting a family, the first step of facing the family you have run away so far.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Between reproaches over past problems that were never resolved and the uncertainty of a future that is relentlessly coming closer, a young couple takes a trip that will leave them at the beginning of a new life.
Who’s in it. The First Lap stars Kim Sae-byuk as Ji-young, Cho Hyun-chul as Su-hyeon, Jo Kyung-sook as Ji-young's Mother and Ki Joo-bong as Ji-young's Father, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The First Lap 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 Lap page.
If you liked it. Fans of The First Lap tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The First Lap (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The First Lap change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The First Lap worth watching?
- The First Lap holds an audience score of 5.9 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 Lap?
- The First Lap stars Kim Sae-byuk, Cho Hyun-chul, Jo Kyung-sook, Ki Joo-bong and Jeong Do-won.
- When was The First Lap released?
- The First Lap was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.