First Born (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1988, First Born is a drama and science fiction film directed by Philip Saville, running about 150 minutes.
What it’s about. Edward Forester is a genetic researcher, intent on breeding primate hybrids. But his experiments take a strange turn when he succeeds in breeding a human/gorilla hybrid. He hides the results of the experiment, adopting the child, and helps Gor to speak and blend into society. But Gor can't help being what he is, and tragedy and revelations are the ultimate result.
Who’s in it. First Born stars Charles Dance as Edward Forester, Peter Elliott as Mary, Ralph Harvey as Brigadier and Philip Madoc as Lancing.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, First Born has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch First Born page.
If you liked it. Fans of First Born tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch First Born (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for First Born change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is First Born worth watching?
- First Born holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and science fiction. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in First Born?
- First Born stars Charles Dance, Peter Elliott, Ralph Harvey and Philip Madoc.
- When was First Born released?
- First Born was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 150 minutes.