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Where to Watch The First Grader (2011) in the US
- 2011
- PG-13
- 1h 43m
- 7.4IMDb
- 62%Rotten Tomatoes
- 56Metascore
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What it's about
Set in a mountain village in Kenya the film tells the remarkable true and uplifting story of a proud old Mau Mau veteran who is determined to seize his last chance to learn to read and write - and so ends up joining a class alongside six year-olds. Together he and his young teacher face fierce resistance, but ultimately they win through - and also find a new way of overcoming the burdens of the colonial past.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Justin Chadwick
- Writer
- Ann Peacock
- Starring
- Naomie Harris, Oliver Litondo, Tony Kgoroge
Details
- Release date
- Jun 24, 2011
- Language
- English, Swahili
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States, Kenya, France, South Africa
- Box office
- $332,000
- Awards
- 18 wins & 12 nominations total
Where to Watch The First Grader (2011) in the US — common questions
- Where to watch The First Grader in the United States?
- The First Grader is available to rent or to buy in the United States. Rent the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video. Buy the movie on Apple TV Store.
- Can I stream The First Grader or do I have to rent it in the United States?
- Rent the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video. Buy the movie on Apple TV Store.
- Can I watch The First Grader for free in the United States?
- We have not confirmed a free option for The First Grader in the United States.
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