First and Last (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2003, First and Last is a war and documentary film directed by Matt Gallagher, running about 45 minutes.
What it’s about. The tragic story of the Great War is told through the accounts of the British and Canadian soldiers who were the first and last to die in battle. Private John Parr, a British bicycle scout who was the first British combat casualty on the Western Front, and Private George Price, a Canadian infantryman who was shot and killed just minutes before the Armistice went into effect in 1918
Who’s in it. First and Last stars Tom McCamus as narrator, Bryan Edwards as German soldier, Evert Houston as George Price and Krista Moore as Carrie Poisyn, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, First and Last sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch First and Last page.
If you liked it. Fans of First and Last tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch First and Last (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for First and Last change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is First and Last worth watching?
- First and Last holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in First and Last?
- First and Last stars Tom McCamus, Bryan Edwards, Evert Houston, Krista Moore and Devin Upham.
- When was First and Last released?
- First and Last was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 45 minutes.